Victorian House
Classic Victorian House with Iron Fence
Victorian houses are named for the famous Queen Victoria. The designation “Victorian” doesn’t describe a specific style of house but an “era” of house. While there were small Victorian houses inhabited by the poor, they were absolutely not the adorned beauties of the wealthy. The ones presented here are the haute houses of the era whose essence have long since surpassed the queen’s long reign.
There are many styles of Victorian houses differentiated by time periods, parts of the country, parts of the world, architectural influences, and materials available. We have Chicago Victorian, San Francisco Victorian, London Victorian, Country Victorian, and the list just goes on. Even a mix and match of styles is common.
Keeping it “Short & Sweet” is difficult with these works of art so I’ll highlight what is quintessence of Victorian houses. These features are what makes them so elaborately amazing.
Two or three stories high and asymmetrical, with towers, turrets, dormers, and steeply pitched roofs. Brick chimneys, large wraparound porches, and iron railings. This is the classic contour of these grand houses.
Ornate corbels, scrollwork, gingerbread trim, scalloped siding and colorful paint, bay and lancet windows, hood moldings, and stained glass are the spirit and artistry that sets them apart.
Inside you’ll find the same soul…hardwood floors, elegant staircases, ornate fireplace mantels, rich and intricate wallpaper, all an expression of romance, comfort, grace, and stature.
