One of the most easily recognized home styles, a Victorian home are all about decadence and fine details. Named after Queen Victoria’s reign in Great Britain, where these homes originated, Victorian architecture spread to the United States and is still present in historical sections of cities, on rural farmland, and is even replicated in new builds.
Exterior Features of a Victorian Home
Spurred by the idea that homes should be decadent and beautiful, Victorian homes are large. On the exterior, you will find multiple gables with steep roofs and towers. They are decorated with intricate gingerbread trim and have large porches. Homes were painted bright colors that we might find loud and overwhelming today. Unlike colonial homes, Victorian homes are not symmetrical.
Interior Features of a Victorian Home
The attention to detail follows through to the inside of a Victorian home. Tall ceilings highlight the grand staircases. Beautiful woodwork throughout the home surrounds windows, doors, and walls. Hardwood flooring, sometimes with intricate patterns, make every home unique. Stained Glass windows of varying sizes are scattered throughout the home. Completely opposite of a mid-century modern home, the interior floor plan of a Victorian is divided into rooms that each hold a distinct purpose like a formal living room, kitchen, butler’s pantry, library, and parlors for entertaining guests.
You can find examples of Victorian homes in the town of Culpeper. Take a look at the original Victorian homes for sale as well as new construction built in the style here.
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