Modern Colonial (New England) Architecture

Definition of "Modern colonial (New England) architecture"

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Same as term cape cod colonial house: Early American style 1 1/2 story house with a steep gable roof covered with shingles. The bedrooms are on the first floor, but the attic is often finished and made into additional bedrooms. Typically, the cape cod colonial has a front doorway in the center with windows on both sides. With variations, this style house has been extremely popular throughout America.

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