Architecture Styles: Victorian · Architecture Styles: Victorian Dawn Chaelce Bernardo. History of the Victorian Style Most commonly used during last decades of Victorian era (1830-1910),

Architecture Styles:

Victorian Dawn Chaelce Bernardo

History of the Victorian Style Most commonly used during last decades of Victorian era (1830-1910), Queen Victoria reigned over the United Kingdom during this era. It heavily inspired structures in New England (Connecticut, Maine, etc.) and the United Kingdom.

Characteristics of the Victorian Style❖ Typically 2-3 stories high❖ Tall and asymmetrical❖ Common materials:

stone, brick, slate

❖ various textures are used, ranging from rough to smooth

❖ Common features:

turrets, colored bricks, decorative trim

Curved lines in the decorative trims and mansard roofs create a sense of freedom and an appearance of softness. Various colors and materials used makes victorian houses flashy and unique. Consistent use of curved lines ornamentation create a sense of unity.

-Used for mansions and housing in new industrial town

pediment

shingles

porch

Colored bricks

Decorative trim, “gingerbread”

Bay windows

Turret

Brooklyn Bridge

Harlem Courthouse

Warren Place Mews, Warren Pl between Baltic and Warren Sts, Cobble Hill, Brooklyn

Examples in NY

References“The Houses We Live In: An Identification Guide to the History and Style of American Domestic Architecture” by Jeffery Howe

https://www.liveurbandenver.com/posts/characteristics-of-victorian-architecture.html

https://www.usatoday.com/story/travel/destinations/2018/07/28/brooklyn-bridge/854534002/

https://www.tctcost.com/projects/dcas-harlem-courthouse/

https://www.timeout.com/newyork/things-to-do/most-beautiful-nyc-buildings