1. Decorative details: Victorian Vernacular architecture features intricate detailing on the exterior, including decorative brackets, gingerbread trim, and carved moldings.
2. Steep gable roofs: Houses of Victorian Vernacular style typically have steeply-pitched gable roofs, often featuring decorative shingles, varied textures and colored roofing materials.
3. Wrap-around porches: Porches with ornamental detailing that wrap around the front and sides of homes were also common features of the style.
4. Natural materials: Natural materials such as brick, wood and stone were frequently used to construct Victorian Vernacular homes, and often combined in ornate combinations.
5. Tower-like structures: Victorian Vernacular style homes would sometimes feature tower-like structures, often with turrets, enriching the building’s aesthetic appeal.
6. Mullioned windows: Many Victorian Vernacular homes feature large or exaggerated windows featuring mullions or in sets of 2 or 3 which can give the building a distinct character.
7. Ornate interior details: Interiors of these homes are often richly decorated with intricate light fixtures, elaborate wallpapers, and decorative plaster moldings.
8. Variety of styles: Although it’s named after the reign of Queen Victoria in Britain, Victorian Vernacular architecture encompasses a broad variety of architectural styles from Queen Anne, Tudor Revival to Eastlake, each with their unique attributes.
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