Victorian

villas
CONTENT……

• Victorian
architecture
• Styles
• Case study
What is Victorian Architecture?

Victorian architecture isn't limited to one specific style.

Victorian architecture is a broad term that describes
the many different styles that emerged during
Victoria's 63 years as queen. There was no standard
style, which allowed architects and builders to create
buildings that suited their patron's wants and wishes.
The Industrial Revolution had prompted societal
change which influenced the
Victorian architecture describes buildings built during
the reign of England's Queen Victoria. Queen Victoria
reigned from 1837-1901, and was the longest reigning
queen of England until her great-great granddaughter
Elizabeth surpassed her in September of 2015
Building style….
Design of buildings, and the expansion of the railroads allowed for
prefabricated items such as window glass, tiles, and granite to be shipped.

Several different styles emerged during this period. Some prominent ones
were Queen Anne, Classical, Gothic Revival, Arts and Crafts, Italianate, and
Romanesque. Despite the various categories, there are several identifying
factors that Victorian buildings share. Generally, most Victorians can be
described as dollhouse-like, with curlicue trims, bright colors, and
asymmetrical designs. Most of the buildings were brick with large windows,
balconies, fireplaces in every room, large interior staircases, and porches.
Urban areas saw the construction of what we would call townhouses in the
United States - rows of houses built together.
Classical/Neoclassical…..

The classical, or neoclassical style of Victorian architecture, reflects

the influences of ancient Greek and Roman architecture. These
buildings are usually symmetrical with columns. One example of
neoclassical Victorian architecture is Witley Court. The neoclassical
elements were added during its remodeling in the 1850s. Witley
court is located in Worcestershire, England
Gothic Revival…
The Gothic Revival style of Victorian architecture had been used before
Victoria's reign, but was very popular from the 1850s to the 1880s in
England. John Ruskin was a prominent architect of this style. Influenced
by the cathedrals of European countries such as France, Gothic Revival
was mostly used for churches and some public government buildings,
such as the new Houses of Parliament. The new Houses of Parliament
were built in London starting in the 1840s until completion in the 1870s.
Arts and Crafts…
Another example of Victorian architecture is the Arts and Crafts style. It
grew in popularity near the end of the 19th century and fell out of favor
about twenty years later. Architects of this style rejected the premade
and machine like styles in favor of more unique designs. They wanted
them to look more natural and fit in with their surroundings. One
example of Arts and Crafts is the Red House, built in 1859 by Philip
Webb in Bexleyheath, England.
Typical features….
In addition to general architectural influences, this progressive change in
style resulted from several other factors. In the 1850s, the abolition of tax
on glass and bricks made these items cheaper yet a suitable material
and the coming of the railway allowed them to be manufactured
elsewhere, at low cost and to standard sizes and methods, and brought
to site. There was also progressive introduction from the 1850s of
various building regulations.There are a number of common themes in
Victorian housing

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STYLES…
The Victorian style originates in Britain, but the rumor of this gorgeous
style in architecture spread around the world very quickly. Furthermore, it
is a well know fact that a lot of British architects left their beloved country
and emigrated to other English speaking countries like the United States,
Canada, New Zealand and Australia. With the boom of technology and
the invention of the fast communications the architects all over the
different spots in the worlds began to exchange their experience and this
resulted into a fast progress of the architectural style. The most
impressive examples of Victorian homes in the United States date back
from the 1870 – 1910 and their primary location is San Francisco. In
Australia there are some really fine imposing examples also, like the
Rialto Building or the Royal Exhibition Building in Melbourne.
Victorian architecture style is various, but there are several repeated
elements that can be grouped in separate sub-categories as following:``
Second Empire Style…. The original appearance of the style
dates back from the moment when
American cities began to progress in
size and cultural variety. It was
something like a revolution in the
architecture there because the new
design felt in a way urban. It brought the
spirit of Western Europe homes. Typical
for that period were the buildings with a
lot of ornaments with tall facades and a
roof in a mansard style. Usually, the
architectural projects included dormer
windows at the highest level of the
construction which gives the impression
of a unique style, yet not so majestic
like the French chateau architectural
style, for example. Entry doors were
usually double and the floor plan
typically rectangular.
Gothic Revival Style…

Victorian style in its early years can surely

be defined as innovative. This is because it
recreates in a modern way the architectural
style of medieval churches and castles. Of
course, the typical for all the Victorian
houses elements still present, like the
multiple colors, walls rich in texture, steep
roof pitches and, this one is really specific,
below the gable there is usually a
vergeboard
Queen Anne Style…

This style is the most common among all

Victorian styles. Richard Norwan Shaw is
the most famous influencer in the years
between 1875 and 1905. Rich
ornamentation in British style is the most
typical feature of The Queen Anne style.
Porches with gables in combination with
towers in circular forms, windows used for
allowing huge amounts of light and also
functioning as decorative elements,
enormous variety of colorful accents,
textures and patterns – all this
characterize the Victorian architectural
style of that specific time period.
Stick Eastlake Style…

In Stick Eastlake homes one can find

the richness and creativity of human
mind in the wood and framing the
constructions. This is a natural
consequence of the time when the
building materials became more
affordable and easy to find. You can
recognize a home of that type by its
decorative trussworks. Another feature
that establish the distinguishment for
this particular type is the simple gables
and the specific form of the room –
usually they have a steep pitch. An
outstanding material that can be often
found in this types of homes is wood,
and especially shingles
Folk Victorian Style…
The Folk Victorian architectural style is marked by the
fascinating combination of Victorian romanticism,
classic English cottage and, an outstanding addition,
American homestead style. The location of these
homes can be rarely found the surrounding s of high
populated urban areas. They are usually nested in
rural settings matching together the functional
advantages of a house and the decorative beauty of
Victorian style

These homes are usually thought to have been inspired by

Italianate Style…
the county villas in Europe. Some of them are a true
replication of rural Italian houses in Roman architectural
style. In fact, such mixture of old traditions and modern
building technology allows the fantastic result called
Italianate Victorian Style. You will definitely recognize such
a house by its huge front porch decorated with brilliant
eaves, the gorgeous arched windows, Corinthian columns,
etc. This type is mostly preferred for luxury houses since it
creates an overall impression of majestic presence.
 Case study…
Charles Towne Place…

Charles Towne Place, designed by Mitch Ginn of Newnan,

Georgia, combines authentic styling with spacious interiors. Its
raised foundation certainly reflects the coastal styling along with
providing a lower level of 1,330 square feet of living space.

On the main floor, interiors are open and spacious for family
living. Ceiling heights are 9-feet-high on the ground floor, 10-
feet-high on the first floor, and 9-feet-high upstairs. A circular
stair provides access to the lookout tower, the perfect place for
enjoying views, reading, and relaxation

BASIC
Bedrooms:5 actual,6 possible KITCHEN
Baths:5 full,1 half
STYLE / INFLUENCES MASTER SUITE
FEATURES
Tidewater/Low Country FEATURES
Floors:3
Garage:3 , Double Doors
Foundations:Walkout Basement Island Spa/Whirlpool
Master Location:Main Floor
Country Open Layout
, Dual Sinks
Laundry Location:Main Floor Butler's Pantry Private Toilet
Fireplaces:2 Southern Pantry Shower
Snack Walk-in Closet
Outdoor Access
Floor plans..

First floor plan

Ground floor plan

Tower room plan