Federal

The Federal style, circa 1785-1830 influenced by English architectural books that reflected designs of British designers like Robert and James Adam. The Federal style in New England combined Adamesque details with native innovations to create uniquely American architecture. It is typified by a low pitched roof, smooth facade, large glazed areas and elliptical fan light with flanking slender side lights. Tripart windows often are framed in recessed arches. New Hampshire's most distinguished and plentiful pre-Civil War houses are in this style.

The Barrett Mansion Circa 1800 New Ipswich, NH The Barrett Mansion is an exceptional Federal-style country residence. Built by the father of Charles Barrett, Jr. at the time of his son's marriage, it resembles New England seacoast mansions of the period. This property is owned by Historic New England (the Society for the Preservation of New England Antiquities) and it is open to the public.

Elements of a Federal Style Home
Elliptical fan light Side lights Lintel-type window heads Bull's eye corner block Large lights Thin muntins	Low pitch roof Domed circular portico Tripart windows in arched opening Louvered shutters Swags or garlands Elliptical arch	Thin corner boards Reduced architrave Attenuatd columns Bowed bays Smooth brick finish with fine joints