Queen anne style

Queen Victoria may have vacated the British throne long ago, but the regal and architecturally distinctive Victorian houses erected during her reign, from 1837 to 1901, remain fixtures in cities across the United States, where they've put their own American twist on the European archetype. Here you can sample a selection of our favorite stateside examples of the everlasting elegance of the Victorian home.

Custom Residential Architecture and Historic Preservation

Queen Anne VictorianWelcome to another installment in the ELEMENTS OF HOME series. Each month I showcase a different residential style here on the blog. It is my hope that this information will not only teach you a little something about the various styles; but also equip you if are designing or…

Victorian House, the make of an Queen Anne

Wonderful pictorial guide to housing styles!

Sherwin Williams "Heritage Colors" 1820-1920. 40 historic 19th C. hues that capture the grace and elegance of another era.

The asymmetrical facade, multiple gables, bay window, and wrap-around porches are all characteristics of the Queen Anne style of architecture

Where can you find Queen Anne homes in the U.S.? How much do these homes cost to restore? Learn more about these "painted ladies"...