In the United States, Queen Anne developed from the desire to establish a national style. This style includes decorative wall surface patterns, framed in strap-work, polychrome color schemes, and steeply pitched rooflines. Typically, the buildings are 1-2-stories in height. Preserving the ornamental details and the original materials of this style are high priorities.
Characteristics:
- irregular, asymmetrical massing
- forward extension of wall planes; towers and triangular sections
- decorative shingles
- spindlework porch supports with lace-like brackets
- windows with leaded or stained glass
- patterned window panes
- bay windows
- corbelled brick chimneys