Queen Anne Style Architecture

May 15th, 2008 by Angela

Queen Anne

1880-1910

The Queen Anne style was named and popularized by a group of 19th century English architects, led by Richard Norman Shaw. Decorative detailing includes spindlework, free classic design, half-timbering, or patterned masonry.

Elements of this style regained popularity in the Neoeclectic movement of the 70’s and 80’s.

Common Queen Anne architectural design features:

  • Steep-pitched roof of irregular shape
  • Patterned shingles
  • Cutaway bay windows
  • Asymmetrical facade with partial, full, or wrap-a-round porch
  • Corner tower

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