Bloomfield Hills, Michigan

This Italianate home was all white at the beginning of the project. A common misconception often cited today is that Victorian era homes were mostly white. That color was not a popular choice in the mid 19^th century. Darker trim and accent colors contrasting with a lighter body help distinguish the major design elements. The heavy cornice and corner quoins facilitate the creation of a frame or outline for the house. Color adds to the visual interest of those areas.

Bay Window Detail.
Victorian period colors are used to show off the top gingerbread as well as the brackets and the window sash. Two shades of green are engaged to highlight the brickwork and the wood trim.

Copyright 2000-2006: Robert Schweitzer, Revised December 22, 2005