The term ‘Victorian architecture’ is derived from the reign of Queen Victoria in the UK from mid-1800 until the beginning of 1900. During this era, the British named the architectural designs after the monarch ruling in that particular period. Hence, this trend in the architectural designing originated in Britain but later it spread to other regions as well. Earlier, royalty was quite fond of art and influences from unfamiliar yet interesting cultures. This is why this specific style combines elements from the Asian and Middle Eastern region. It is believed that the Victorian style was conveyed to other continents by the English architects who migrated to other parts of the world taking their understanding and knowledge of what is actually in trend at home to the new place they wend their way to. That is one of the prime reasons why Victorian homes can be seen in the USA, Canada, Australia and even New Zealand, etc.
The Victorian era overlaps the industrial revolution, meaning the technology advancements. This certainly led to more complex elements related to home designing at the time. There are several typical traits of a home that is built on this particular style which are quite exclusive. The very first thing that is going to grab your attention while seeing such a design is the sort of tower-looking part of the roof, which is usually present. One other part of the roof would be steeply pitched and built as different parts and now as a whole, which means that it does not have a regular shape. Generally, the gable faces the front, not at the sides. But the roof gets divided into several parts; some of the gables may turn sideways. The walls do not have a smooth effect; hence they are built of textured shingles. Asymmetry was perhaps honored during this era as the entire house is constructed with such a concept in mind. Starting right from the front, the porch perhaps spread along a side of the house and have detailed ornaments on the railing. Dormers are quite typical as well. The Bay windows lay outwards which are quite common as well. These houses are generally built of wood and have two stories. The Victorian house exterior is quite easy to recognize.
Whether you believe this fact or not, the Victorian home designs are still taken as appealing and interesting by many worldwide. There are houses that are constructed to look that way, but of course, with a few modern touches. People also prefer to hire a Victoria colour consultant to finalize on the color combinations to give their home’s interior a Victorian color effect.
