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The Beauty and Charm of a Victorian Style House

architecture, historic homes April 10, 2020

When it comes to curb appeal, a Victorian style house never disappoints. Also known as painted ladies, most homeowners use color to highlight all the details of their beloved, historic home.

Victorian Style House Exterior with Large PorchPhoto by Marina Rubina, Architect

 

My personal preference are the houses that are painted in bolder colors to really make them pop. And when they come with a turret and wrap around porch – it’s all the better.

Blue Historic House with Turret and Wrap Around PorchPhoto by Omega Construction and Design, Inc.

 

I love this cheery little aqua house. Dental molding, fish scale trim, and two-tone windows really amp up the curb appeal on this charmer.

Aqua Victorian Style Cottage with Fish Scale Trim and Dental MoldingPhoto by Ronse Massey Developments

 

Subtle shades are equally as pretty as the brighter painted ladies. Note the detail of the tiles on the mansard roof.

Elegant Victorian home in neutral colorsPhoto by Haycon Inc.

 

A pale yellow Victorian home shows its elegance and stately appeal.

Pale Yellow House with Turret and Large PorchPhoto by Ashbourne Designs

 

Here’s a more formal Victorian style house in pastel colors. The curves create a modern, organic vibe.

Modern Victorian in the CityPhoto by Mark Bellingham Painting

 

Is this house adorable or what? I think what I love so much about architecture from the Victorian era is the thought and creativity that went into each design.

Pale Yellow House with Gingerbread TrimPhoto by 創業昭和四年 西洋建築専門 安城建築

 

A pair of arched windows take center stage amidst fishtail trim. A touch of gingerbread trim on the porch enhances this home’s curb appeal.

Victorian Farmhouse in Aqua SidingPhoto by Sacred Oak Homes

 

A large stately home in San Francisco is a show-stopper! I can’t help but think what it takes to paint a house like this. 

Historic San Francisco Painted LadyPhoto by Dijeau Poage Construction

 

You know I love my red houses and this post wouldn’t be complete without one! The lamppost holds it own against all the detailed trim of this gorgeous home.

Red Victorian Farmhouse House with White Gingerbread TrimPhoto by Fenwick Architects

Do you have a favorite among these 11 Victorian homes?

 

More Victorian Homes for You:

Victorian Home Exteriors: Off-the-Chart Curb Appeal

Victorian Schoolhouse Turned Home

Victorian Houses and Details

Painting Our Victorian Farmhouse

Victorian Home in Upstate New York

 

 

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  1. Deb says

    April 10, 2020 at 12:45 pm

    I’d have to go with the French style Victorian.
    We have ONE in Ocala and it is so pretty!

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  2. M says

    April 10, 2020 at 1:25 pm

    All of these are true beauties. I think the reason we don’t have more of this style today is, it would break the bank, to maintain them to the perfection they require..

    Reply
  3. Marlene Stephenson says

    April 10, 2020 at 3:08 pm

    I can’t pick just one they all have such style and personality.I am pretty sure they didn’t just throw them up like they do now, they were made to last and very artistically.

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