b) Grey

The White House, during its initial construction in the Revolutionary era, was originally colored grey. The choice of this color is reflective of the architectural styles and materials available at the time. Constructed using Aquia Creek sandstone, the building had a grey hue before its later painting. The White House, designed by James Hoban, was a symbol of the new nation’s aspirations and a focal point of the federal city. Its evolution in color and architecture mirrors the development of the United States, evolving from its early republic foundations to the iconic symbol of the presidency it is today.