Architecture: Mission Revival (1910 - 1940)

Building 1204, a barracks at Fort Winfield Scott, circa 1930.
Constructed in 1912, Building 1204 was a barracks at Fort Winfield Scott. Photo taken 1924-1938.

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The Mission Revival style grew from the desire to base architectural design on the southwest's regional historic influences—namely Spanish colonial history—rather than importing design influences from the east coast. By the early 1900’s, the style was popular in the western United States and was adopted by the Army in its construction of the Fort Winfield Scott barracks. As evident in Building 1204, Mission Revival is characterized by silhouetted shapes that mimic old Spanish missions, with large flat stucco surfaces often punctuated by deep windows and door openings. Exterior surfaces in Mission Revival are usually devoid of ornamental detail; however, the gable and hip roofs are typically sheathed in striking red clay tile.
 
A barracks at Fort Scott today.
A barracks at Fort Scott today.

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Last updated: February 28, 2015

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