The homes built during the Victorian period are appreciated for their architecture, romantic interiors, and their often whimsical details. With a host of Victoriana this ample volume is an essential guide to this rich, eclectic, and arguably most popular American house style. Historical information is combined with design ideas and advice on how to decorate, renovate and maintain a Victorian house. Whether you live in a Victorian or just want to create the look and feel of one in your own home, this book is full of inspiring ideas, organized in a stepbystep, roombyroom fashion. The proper fixtures, fittings, colors, finishes, and furniture styles are discussed and construction features are highlighted -- amazon.com
A guide to the rich and eclectic styles of Victorian houses, with examples from Great Britain and the United States. With chapters on the Victorian inspiration, exterior features, fixtures and fittings, decorating in Victorian style kitchens and bathrooms, the private rooms and gardens.
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