Question by corrina e: what is the round part of a Victorian home called? You don’t see it in all of the Victorian homes but I was just curious of what the specific name is for it. (normally a part of the house and has a point on the top) I wish I could describe it better. It’s normally as tall as the house itself Best answer: Answer by SkyhawkI’ve heard it called both a tower and a turret. Add your own answer in the comments! Vintage Antique Home Wall Decor Wood Gesso Frame Victorian Pic Print Lithograph US $95.00 End Date: Tuesday May-22-2012 18:14:20 PDTBuy It Now for only: US $95.00Buy it now | Add to watch list Read More →
As the years have seen progressive change in Blacksburg, Virginia, so has the historic Alexander Black House. Once nestled on Main Street as the home of Alexander Black and later as a landmark for commercial business, the Queen Anne Victorian house now has a new location and a new purpose as a cultural services facility. This video chronicles a very special time in local history when the Town of Blacksburg purchased the Alexander Black House and moved it to Draper Road. Read More →
Interior design has always been impacted by fashion trends – both historically and in the modern day. In this article series, “Designing in Style,” I explore the meaning of style for interior designers. I draw on my experience working alongside many of London’s best-known interior design teams. This second article in my series introduces traditional/period design, with a focus on the Jacobean and Victorian styles. Traditional design uses materials that reflect the wealth and opulence of historic times. London interior designers will often take the best of the features that were available back then and skilfully combine them with elements that are available today. Traditional/period interior design projects tend to focus on elegance, with a look and feel that is comfortable,...
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I am only going to replace a section of the clapboard around the main portion of the house, then reuse the good portion of that to repair the rest. I am going to repaint all so don’t really need a cedar shingle. Would also prefer not individuals shingles but either a strip or panel Read More →
A project to reduce and monitor CO2 emissions from a Victorian house in a conservation area in the London Borough of Camden by 90%. Read More →
A project to reduce and monitor CO2 emissions from a Victorian house in a conservation area in the London Borough of Camden by 90%. Read More →
A project to reduce and monitor CO2 emissions from a Victorian house in a conservation area in the London Borough of Camden by 90%. Read More →
I love old Victorian homes. I also find it fascinating not only the original design, but also all of the additions and retrofits done over the years. Also has lots of fans. Read More →
Part 1, a visit to a beautiful old Victorian in Alamo Square. Read More →