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Free Classic Queen Anne meets Colonial Revival in this wonderful early 20th century streetcar suburb house with beautifully blended styles. Many elements of the house could be classified as either the Free Classic variation of Queen Anne or as Colonial Revival. It would be difficult to argue that either is predominant – though someone will probably try.
Many houses have elements drawn from more than one style. Sometimes they were designed that way, like this one, and sometimes they were altered after construction with elements of another style.
Understanding these stylistic elements is key to identifying the character-defining features of the house, which should be the first step in any restoration plan.
Chapter 2 of “Restoring Your Historic House, The Comprehensive Guide for Homeowners” explores architectural style identification and how to spot changes made over time.
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Want to learn more about historic house styles? “A Field Guide to American Houses” by Virginia McAlester is the classic volume on the subject and is available in our shop along with select preservation and restoration titles by other authors. Save with our multi-book combo packs!
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