Week 14: Victorian and Historical Revivals
Victorian Period – Blog Post What I learned: The victorian period was a combination of many different styles! Designers explored new materials and technologies while also taking inspiration from the past. Architecture became more dramatic, and interiors were full and detailed. Patterned wallpaper and dark woods were popular. Victorian furniture used new materials like cast iron and machine-made ornaments, which made it easy to create richly decorated spaces today. Favorite Examples: Houses of Parliament Royal Pavilion at Brighton Better Rococo Revival sofa Leighton House interior Current Applications: Maximalist interiors inspired by Victorian layering and ornament Dark and moody color palettes paired with patterned wallpapers. Ornate furniture pieces are used as statement items in modern homes Victorian cast iron detailing One Step Further: The Leighton House The Leighton House, located in London, is one of the most famous examples of Victorian design. It...