Mission Architecture

Colonial Inspirations

The Mission Revival Style was an architectural movement that began in the late 19th century for a colonial style's revivalism and reinterpretation, which drew inspiration from the late 18th and early 19th century Spanish missions in California. The elements consist of Mission-shape roof parapets, wide overhang eaves with decorative brackets, red clay tile roofs and arched doorways. Religious portraits, wooden statues, and cross collections are common decorating elements found inside interiors.