American  Foursquare
Was very popular from 1895-1930s
Was economical to build
Cube shape made is possible to take
advantage of small lot size and
small budgets
Most commonly built in wood
frame; most popular style was a
pre-cut form, “Eastbourne”
Was influenced by Prairie Style
Features include:
n Square plan with two floors
n Pyramidal hipped roof
n Usually had a columned veranda
n Front dormer