Which residential architectural style features a symmetrical facade, pediments, a Palladian window, and columns or pilasters?

• A. Georgian
• B. Victorian
• C. Gothic
• D. Ranch

Answer: (A)

Symmetry and classical details define this style. A balanced facade with pediments, a Palladian window, and supporting columns or pilasters signals an 18th-century classical influence that became characteristic of Georgian architecture. This approach emphasizes proportion and order, drawing from ancient Greek and Roman traditions, which is why you often see a centered entryway, evenly spaced windows, and decorative pediments above openings. The Palladian window—a central arched or large opening flanked by two smaller ones—is a signature feature that reinforces the formal, measured geometry of this style.

Other options don’t fit as well: Victorian designs are known for ornate ornament and often asymmetrical layouts; Gothic revival highlights pointed arches and vertical emphasis; Ranch houses are typically single-story with a long, low, simple profile and minimal classical detailing.