Second Renaissance Revival
Buildings in the Renaissance Revival style show a definite studied formalism. The tightly contained cube is a symmetrical composition of early 16th century Italian elements. Characteristics include finely cut ashlar that may be accentuated with rusticated quoins, architrave framed windows, and doors supporting entablatures or pediments. Each sash may have several lights or just one. A belt or string course may divide the ground or first floor from the upper floors. Smaller square windows indicate the top or upper story. (Kremer, 2017) A leading example is the United States Post Office in Charleston, South Carolina. Photo from Charleston, South Carolina, 2013.