Renaissance/Victorian, at the same time dark blue

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Victorian mansion with tower: striking facade with contrasting materials

#14709. Victorian mansion with tower: striking facade with contrasting materials

This is a magnificent example of Victorian architecture, embodied in a blue-gray mansion with elements characteristic of this style. The facade of the building demonstrates a classic asymmetrical composition with an expressive round tower crowned with a conical roof. A special charm is created by the combination of materials: the main bluish-gray wooden covering is combined with a brick central part, which adds textural diversity to the building.

Attention is drawn to the rich decorative facade design with carved elements, especially noticeable on the cornices and window frames. Window openings are presented in various forms: from elegant stained glass in the tower to rectangular windows on the main part of the facade. Characteristic of the Victorian style, a veranda with decorative columns and a balustrade creates an inviting entrance to the building.

In the decor of the upper part of the facade, the ornate lace element on the pediment stands out especially, which emphasizes the status and artistic taste of the owners. Such solutions can be adapted for modern housing construction, where the competent use of contrasting materials, decorative elements and asymmetrical forms can create an expressive individual appearance of the building.