Pediment
The classic look of this triangular facade is a traditional feature of stately homes and state departments
Common in classical architecture, a pediment is the triangular face and gabled roof of a structure. Greek architecture used the pediment as a decorative detail. The triangular faces of buildings such as the Parthenon had elaborate stone carvings of mythical characters and scenes. Pediments can also be found on entrances, cornices, and decoration on furniture of any style.
The entry of this home has a pediment supported by tapered columns.
Trim can mimic a pediment on the interior of an entry as well.
This modern pediment has a metal facade.
The two story pediment of this entrance and balcony is a contemporary take on a very classic facade.
The decorative elements on these windows are called "broken pediments," as they don't meet in the middle.
Fluted columns, dentil molding and elaborate gilded wood carvings adorn this interior pediment.
This beach pavilion resembles a Greek temple, with pediments at both ends.
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