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Victorian Architecture. The architectural profession is largely a Victorian creation. In the 18th century it was common for architects to act as developers and surveyors too, but by the 1820s such roles were being devolved, leaving architects free to experiment with a profusion of styles.
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Victorian architecture is a series of architectural revival styles in the mid-to-late 19th century. Victorian refers to the reign of Queen Victoria (1837–1901), called the Victorian era, during which period the styles known as Victorian were used in construction.
Jan 29, 2024 · Victorian architecture originated in the United Kingdom during Queen Victoria’s reign and encompasses several revival architectural styles popular at that time. These styles include Gothic Revival, Italianate, Second Empire, Stick, and Queen Anne.
Sep 27, 2021 · The Victorian period refers to the years between 1837 and 1901, during which Queen Victoria ruled as the monarch over the United Kingdom. During these Victorian-era years, many various architectural styles overlapped, such as Gothic Victorian, Italianate, and Greek Revival.
Feb 26, 2024 · Victorian Houses: Everything You Need to Know. Named for the famous 19th-century queen, this classic style of residential architecture has transcended her reign. By Morgan Goldberg.
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Feb 24, 2022 · The term Victorian architecture refers not to a particular style but to an era—the reign of Queen Victoria over the United Kingdom of Great Britain from 1837 to 1901. Victorian-era architecture spanned more than 60 years and it encompasses a jumble of overlapping styles that include early Gothic Revival, Folk Victorian, Greek Revival ...
Jan 11, 2019 · Learn about the diverse styles and innovations of Victorian architecture in England, from Gothic Revival to Italianate, from shopping arcades to glasshouses. Explore five historic places that showcase the period's social, intellectual and technological change.
