The Italianate Architectural style, which was based off of the Italian Renascence, originated in England, and was popularized by Alexander Jackson Davis in the United States. The style which was popular between 1830 and about 1885-90 was part of the picturesque movement which was a backlash and Reaction to formalism (strict adhering of traditional architectural rules). The Style can be found in many Commercial districts and main streets in the Western World as the style was very popular in the 1800s. The Style is known for having wooden, and Cast Iron Ornament strung and latched on all over the facade, including Detailed cornices, Brackets, Arched sash windows and doors, Cast Iron porches, and were usually made up of brick or wood. These structures are in New York, Richmond VA, and Staunton VA.
New York NY
The EV Haugwout Building (look for future post)
Richmond VA
Staunton VA
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