A popular style known as "Tidewater" has extensive porches (or "galleries") sheltered by a broad hipped roof. The main roof extends over the porches without interruption.
French Creole Architecture
By Jackie Craven, About.com
You won't find many original Colonial French Creole homes still standing today. However, French Creole ideas are expressed in more recent homes.
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