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In the warm and expansive plantations of the South, colonial homes took on a different character, emphasizing comfort and social openness. Many showcased broad porches or verandas, facilitating shade and outdoor socializing during hot summers.
One of the finest surviving examples is Drayton Hall in Charleston, South Carolina, built in the 1750s. It reflects the Palladian style, distinguished by symmetry, classical proportions, and elegant interior design. The house interior reveals meticulous craftsmanship, with rooms that connect seamlessly through grand hallways and vaulted ceilings, illustrating the refined taste of the colonial elite.