Architecture from 1910 - 1920
During this time period several important building and architectural advancements were made. In the 1910's the American people popularized styles in individual's homes such as; Prairie School, Bungalow, Queen Anne, with neoclassical elements. At this time, many houses were Vernacular, or built by the house owner or a few hired workers. The big buildings of this era mainly Historicist Skyscrapers, or the revival of old architecture.
- The Woolworth Building was completed in New York City, April 24, 1913. Tallest building in the world until 1930 (superseded by the Chrysler building).
- Pennsylvania station opened in New York, 1910.
- Pilgrim Monument opened in Provincetown, Massachusetts. 1910. Commemorating the Pilgrims landing in the new world.
- Grand Central Station re-opens in New York City, February 1, 1913.
- Panama Canal Opens, 1914
- Hallidie Building opens in San Francisco, 1918. Credited as the first glass curtain wall building.
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Primary Source
From New York of to-day. pg 265.
Impact
The era had a long-lasting affect on the world. It was at this point in history that the idea of "skyscrapers" first became popular, allowing cities to expand not just out, but up as well. Also the sheer size of the new world-famous Woolworth Building would spark and architectural race to see how high we could build. With the opening of the Panama Canal trading directly between the Atlantic and Pacific was finally possible, further strengthening the bonds holding the world together. The affects of this era will cause unprecedented changes in the world.