The key features of the Eclectic style in architecture include:
1. Incorporation of elements from different styles: Eclectic architecture borrows elements and features from different architectural styles and combines them into a unique and eclectic design.
2. Ornate decoration: Eclectic architecture is often characterized by detailed and ornate decorations, such as intricate moldings, carvings, and embellishments.
3. Mixed materials: Unlike traditional styles that often use a limited range of materials, Eclectic architecture often incorporates a wide range of materials, such as brick, stone, metal, and wood.
4. Symmetry and balance: Despite the use of mixed materials and features, Eclectic architecture often maintains a sense of balance and symmetry in its design.
5. Large-scale buildings: Eclectic architecture was often used in the design of large-scale public buildings, such as museums, government buildings, and monuments.
6. Historic references: Eclectic architecture often incorporates references to historic architectural styles or features, such as Gothic arches, Greek columns, or Victorian turrets.
7. Fusion of cultures: Eclectic architecture often fuses different cultural design elements to create a unique and diverse design.
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