Prairie style


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Prairie style

n.
1. The architectural style of the Prairie School.
2. A style of decorative arts associated with this school, characterized especially by strong horizontal and vertical elements.
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It will begin with a foundation slab in place and end with all interior walls framed and the Prairie Style exterior nearly completed.
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