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Victorian Polychrome Façade with Neo-Gothic Elements

#9221. Victorian Polychrome Façade with Neo-Gothic Elements

The photograph showcases a magnificent example of Victorian architecture with elements of Neo-Gothic and Eclecticism. This brick building features an expressive façade made of red brick with contrasting elements in cream and green colors. The central element of the composition is a large round rose window, framed with green ornamentation, which gives the façade a character reminiscent of church architecture.

The façade demonstrates a wealth of details: checkerboard brickwork in the upper part, a decorative frieze with colorful elements, elegant cornices, and Victorian-style dormers with triangular pediments. The mansard-type roof is covered with dark tiles, creating a striking contrast with the red brick walls. The symmetry of the façade is emphasized by the arrangement of side windows with green frames and doorways.

Particularly noteworthy is the polychromy of the façade—the use of multiple colors (red, cream, green, blue) to highlight architectural details. This technique, characteristic of the Victorian era, can be adapted in modern design by using contrasting colors to emphasize architectural elements. Also worthy of attention are the decorative cornices and ornamental inserts, which can be interpreted in a more restrained form for a contemporary residential house.

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