The finishing touches were made to the battlements on Thursday (February 28) and deputy head teacher, Mr Tim Lewis was particularly impressed by the use of the
keystone arch.
(3) This
keystone arch at the Upper Barton Mill site once topped the channel that let water flow from the power wheel back to the French River.
Its entire facade is comprised of 92
keystone arches crowned by an entablature comprised of several bands of intricate friezes.
Interesting rooflines,
keystone arches atop fanlight windows, and a dramatic covered entry precede the masterful plan within.
They can search for examples of arches in their communities and then build miniature
keystone arches. Modern suspension bridges, like the Verrazzano-Narrows in New York Harbor and Golden Gate in San Francisco Bay, span large, open spaces.
Fanlight windows with
keystone arches highlight this two-story brick home that finds inspiration in the Colonial period.
Stone, stucco and
keystone arches combine to create an attractive facade.