The Spanish Colonial architectural style is typically characterized with simple courtyards and distinctive use of key details such as roof tiles, stucco walls, detailed wooden doors and ornamental ironwork. Walls convey a thick appearance with recessed door and window openings set back into smooth finished plane walls. The use of arches, courtyards, patios and colonnades enhance the theme. Balconies with wood details or canvas awnings may enhance the elevations along with classic shutters and pot shelves. A variety of gabled end details are encouraged along with the use of scalloped finishes to add a different feel to the elevation.