Architectural Styles - Romanesque Revival

romanInformation:

  • Location: George Street
  • Architect: Unknown
  • Status: Former YMCA
  • Build Date: 1890

Style:

  • Late 19th century
  • Heavy massive structures
  • Towers and turrets are common
  • Red sandstone and white limestone are common building elements
  • Inspired by Roman architecture
  • Popularized by American architect Louis Sullivan and Canadian architect, E.J. Lennox
  • Typically used for public buildings