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Queen Anne architecture style

4.5/5(Based on 1 heritage site)
Rare
4.5/5(Based on 1 heritage site)
DescriptionA Victorian-era style characterized by asymmetrical facades, elaborate ornamentation, and a variety of materials, often featuring towers, turrets, and bay windows.
Also Known As
Queen Anne Eclectic Wooden Temple Architecture with Indo-Gothic Motifs
Queen Anne Architecture
Carpenter Gothic Detailing
Bengal Temple Architecture
Anglo-Indian Vernacular
Victorian Eclecticism
Arts
Crafts Craftsmanship
Mission Revival Interior Accents
Tags
Victorian architecture
Eclecticism
Ornamentation
Style ID
INHF-STY-0624196299-12:43:42:08:07:22:QAAS
URIhttps://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/queen-anne-architecture-style
API Endpoint
https://inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/queen-anne-architecture-style
Total Sites1
Primary Sites0
CreatedNovember 19, 2025
Last UpdatedNovember 29, 2025

External References

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Regions

Regions
United Kingdom
United States
California

Historical Context

Time Periods
1880-1910 CE

Sacred Context

Sacred Contexts
Residences
Commercial buildings
Temples (adaptation)

Architectural Details

Primary Materials
Wood
Brick
Stone
Architectural Features
Asymmetrical facade
Towers
Turrets
Bay windows
Elaborate ornamentation

Keywords

Keywords
Victorian architecture
Eclecticism
Ornamentation

Recommended Sources

TitleTypeNotes
A Field Guide to American HousesBookProvides context on Queen Anne style in America.

Heritage Sites (1)

Site NameStatusConfidence
Vedanta Society Old Temple San Francisco
Secondary
100%

See Also

Related Materials

Wood
Brick
Stone

Related Features

Asymmetrical facade
Towers
Turrets
Bay windows
Elaborate ornamentation

Example Sites

Vedanta Society Old Temple San Francisco
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How to Identify Queen Anne architecture style

  1. Look for characteristic features: Asymmetrical facade, Towers, Turrets.
  2. Verify geographic location: Queen Anne architecture style architecture is typically found in United Kingdom and United States.
  3. Examine construction materials: Queen Anne architecture style typically uses Wood and Brick.
  4. Consider historical context: This style dates from 1880-1910 CE.
  5. Compare with documented examples: 1 heritage sites use this architectural style.

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