======Georgian======
=====Definition=====
Georgian architecture is a style of building that was prevalent in the United Kingdom and its colonies during the reigns of the four British monarchs named George, from 1714 to 1830. The style is characterized by its symmetry, proportion, and classical elements, drawing heavily from the architecture of ancient Greece and Rome. Key features often include sash windows, multi-paneled doors centered under a decorative pediment, and a simple, elegant façade typically made of brick or stone. The overall aesthetic emphasizes order, regularity, and a sense of refined taste.
=====Relevance in the Wizarding World=====
While the term "Georgian" is not used within the seven original novels, the architectural style is associated with the suburban environment of the [[Dursley family]]. The houses on [[Privet Drive]] in [[Little Whinging]], including [[Number Four, Privet Drive]], are described as being extremely uniform, boxy, and tidy. This conformity and obsession with normalcy are defining traits of the [[Muggles]] who reside there.
The neat, predictable design of the houses on [[Privet Drive]] reflects the Dursleys' desire to be seen as perfectly normal and respectable, creating a stark contrast with the chaotic and wondrous nature of the [[wizarding world]] that [[Harry Potter]] represents. The physical environment of Harry's childhood home is a symbol of the mundane and repressive life from which he escapes upon discovering his magical heritage.
=====Behind the Scenes=====
The direct identification of the architectural style of [[Privet Drive]] as Georgian comes from supplementary material written by J.K. Rowling. On the Pottermore website, she described the area where the Dursleys live as being comprised of "modern Georgian-style" houses, which were built to be spacious for middle-class families. (Pottermore)