204 West Main - Italianate

An Italianate design house is characterized by its architectural elements inspired by Italian Renaissance and Classical architecture. Common features include tall, narrow windows with elaborate surrounds, symmetrical facades, decorative brackets under eaves, low-pitched or flat roofs, and sometimes cupolas or belvederes. The exterior often incorporates ornate detailing such as Corinthian columns, balustrades, and decorative moldings. Italianate houses typically exude elegance and grandeur, and they were particularly popular in America during the mid-19th century.