National Style

          The idea of National style can be argued in many different ways. We see Roman and greek revival as the mode of design. In my own opinion I do not think that there is a true dominant, or specific style that can describe our nation but I tend to see more Greek style which incorporates temple styles. This style is seen in America and  ranges from state capitols, to banks,estates and even small homes. We see buildings such as the Tennessee state capitol that are a greek structure that represents pureness. The styles of the 19th century incorporated more light into the buildings with the use of different windows. Bay windows came into play with new houses being built. With respect to the civil war, we see two sides of America that completely disagree with each other. It was the industry versus agriculture. Each of them represents a different aspect of design. With the industrial revolution we see warehouse items, turned to art as we flow into the 20th century. We see classical ideas come together with modern ideas to form a super building. The Chrysler building is a good example of that. Below is an image of the Trump Building that represents modern design  the 21st century. I believe that all business strive for this type of building and the power of the building.