The Carpenter Gothic style of architecture is a form of Gothic Revival architecture that emerged in North America in the late 19th century. It is characterized by its use of wooden boards and decorative elements, such as trusses and gables, to mimic the stone carvings and other details found in Gothic stone buildings. This style was popular for churches, homes, and other buildings during the Victorian era, and often featured pointed arches, stained glass windows, steeply pitched roofs, and ornate woodwork. The name is derived from the fact that these buildings were often constructed by carpenters and other craftsmen rather than by trained architects.
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