Conch architecture

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Conch architecture is a vernacular building style of Key West and the Florida Keys characterized by wood-frame houses with broad porches, raised foundations, and features adapted to tropical climates and hurricane conditions.

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Conch architecture canonical 1

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Predicate Object
instanceOf regional architecture of the United States
vernacular architecture style
climateAdaptation anchored foundations for hurricanes
cross-ventilation design
shading from sun
storm-resistant framing
country United States of America
surface form: United States
developedIn 19th century
late 19th century
hasBuildingMaterial wood
hasCharacteristic adapted to hurricane conditions
adapted to tropical climate
elevated to reduce flood risk
emphasis on natural ventilation
influenced by Bahamian architecture
influenced by Caribbean architecture
influenced by New England frame houses NERFINISHED
lightweight construction
shaded outdoor living spaces
use of local materials
wide overhanging eaves
hasPart attic vents
broad porch
clapboard siding
elevated floor system
front porch columns
gable roof
large windows
louvered shutters
metal roof
raised foundation
shutters
ventilation openings
weatherboard siding
wooden siding
wraparound porch
hasStructuralSystem wood-frame construction
heritageDesignation historic district fabric of Key West
locatedInTheAdministrativeTerritorialEntity Florida NERFINISHED
mainLocation Florida Keys NERFINISHED
Key West NERFINISHED
roofShape gable roof
hip roof
typicalBuildingHeight one story
two stories
usedFor residential buildings
small commercial buildings

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Downtown Key West hasArchitecturalStyle Conch architecture