The Victorian Age was a time of accumulation, sophistication, and prosperity . . . and the architecture reflects the character of this period. Victorian architecture, with its elaborate ornamentation and use of exotic, unusual or antique motifs reflects the abundance of the era. Homes were more spacious and more compartmentalized, so that there was a room for every family member and every function. Builders used the best quality of wood available -- cherry, walnut, ashe, poplar, and high-grade redwood in the San Francisco Bay area.

From Maine to Oregon, America is largely Victorian. The style borrowed design motifs from many sources. Designers and architects had a plethora of patterns, textures, and forms to chose from as they created elaborately-executed mantels, columns, molding, carved and plasterwork ornmaments and stained glass panels. The essence of Victorian architecture is the eclectic blending of historical styles borrowed from bygone days. The complex combinations brought to bear the talents of a variety of craftsmen, from plasterers who built molded ceilings to carpenters skilled at crafting richly carved scrolled wooden staircases.

Restoring your Victorian in an investment in the preservation of a unique era in history. We at Calderelli's Victorian Restoration have thorough knowledge and a deep appreciation of the architecture and aesthetics of the age, and we welcome the opportunity to help you revive its beauty.

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