Building Architecture and Design

Victorian: 92%

• Asymmetrical façade
• Gabled roofs
• Decorative trim (also known as "gingerbread")
• Bay windows and overhangs

Queen Anne: 75%

• Ornate gables
• Tower or turret
• Layered textures and patterns

Richardsonian Romanesque: 60%

• Round-headed Roman style arch at the entry
• Rusticated stone work

Victorian

The Victorian era (1837-1901) corresponds to the reign of Queen Victoria. Its architecture is characterized by highly ornamental and eclectic interpretations of past styles combined with the introduction of middle-east and Asian influences. Examples of Victorian architecture can be found worldwide, with numerous instances in the United Kingdom (such as the Victorian houses in San Francisco, USA).

Queen Anne

Inspired by a blend of medieval and classical details, the Queen Anne style shows up in British architecture between 1860 and 1900. It is characterized by elaborate ornamentation, multiple gables, and bold paint colors. A famous example is the Carson Mansion in Eureka, California.

Richardsonian Romanesque

Named after architect Henry Hobson Richardson, this style was popular in the United States from about 1880 to 1900. It is characterized by its use of Romanesque motifs, like semi-circular arches and heavy, rusticated stone blocks. A well-known example is the Marshall Field's Wholesale Store in Chicago, now demolished.