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Historical Design Styles Quiz Name: Period

ANSWER KEY Score: /22 pts.

Directions: Choose the correct design style that matches each of the following descriptions. Each answer is used only once. (Each Questions worth 5 pts/each)

What colonial design style uses lots of accessories and collections? c

What traditional design style uses dark polished woods, formal/symmetrical balance and elaborate window treatments? h

Which formal design style was ‘over the top’ in every detail of its design and homes of this style became a status symbol of the rich? f

What informal design style was known for its artisans and their trades, lacked embellishment and used natural oak furniture and woodwork? j

Which glamorous design style was modern for its time, streamlined, using geometric shapes; chevron and pyramid motifs? a

What other very modern design style was influenced primarily by German immigrants designing sculptural furniture forms to furnish open floor plans with large expanses of glass? d

Which design style was an outgrowth of Frank Lloyd Wright’s organic design with a Danish influence; more organic in form; less formal and severe than earlier contemporary design? k

Which feminine design style emerged from Europe with a rustic, casual elegance, curved lines and cheerful colors and patterns? L

Which feminine design style is known for its vintage, cottage style using a pastel color palette, slip covers and painted antique furniture? e

Which design style has a modern, minimalist style inspired by California design with comfort as it’s goal, using oversized upholstered furniture? g

Which design style is about mixing rather than matching, using a variety of periods and styles with a highly individualized result? b

Extra Credit: 10 pts.

1. What is a Design Style? A theme used to create a sense of unity in a room

Answer Choices:

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e. Shabby Chic

f. Victorian

g. Soft Contemporary

h. Trad’l 18th Cent.

j. Arts & Craft

k. Mid-Century

L. French Country

a. Art Deco

b. Eclectic

c. American Country

d. International

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