San Marcos Design Manual (March 16, 2021)

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Design Guidelines

Table 1.3 Expression Elements (continued)

Primary Expression Elements (continued)

Horizontal Expression Elements

Horizontal Expression Line Expression lines project sufficiently from the face of a building wall to cast a distinct shadow. In this particular example, horizontal expression lines are seen through moldings, window sills, awnings, canopies and the building cornice. Consider locating horizontal expression lines to reflect historic precedent.

Cornice

A cornice, which projects beyond the building face sufficiently to project a noticeable shadow, establishes a cap to a facade.

Varied Parapet Height

A variation in the height of the parapet provides articulation in facade and can break up a long cornice line. This expression tool does not provide additional interior square footage, despite the increase in height in this section of the facade.

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Amended: March 16, 2021 San Marcos Design Manual

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