Architecture and Design of the Building

Colonial Revival: 90%

• Symmetrical façade
• Pitch-roofed with side gables
• Front door with sidelights and a decorative crown (or a pediment)

Victorian: 65%

• Decorative trim and woodwork emphasizing verticality
• The presence of a porch with classical columns, for a part of the house.

Colonial Revival

• Inspired by American colonial architecture
• Popular from the late 19th century through the mid-20th century
• Features columns, pediments, dormers, and porticos

Instances of Colonial Revival

• Williamsburg, Virginia (restored colonial buildings)
• Suburban neighborhoods developed in the early to mid-20th century

Victorian

• Victorian architecture refers to a series of revival styles during the late 19th century
• Features ornate decoration, vibrant colors, and asymmetrical shapes
• Includes iconic styles such as Gothic Revival, Italianate, and Queen Anne

Instances of Victorian

• The Painted Ladies in San Francisco
• The Carson Mansion in Eureka, California