Circa 1900 The most distinct feature of the Federation line home is its steeply angled roofline with bell roof Return Verandah... Feature Stepped Gables compliment the design with Leadlight Topped Bay or Boxed Bay windows beneath.
Timber Friezes and carved corner brackets dress the return verandah while its corner portico entrance directs traffic to the front door below, Naturally surrounded by leadlight, the Entrance is further complimented by nearby French Doors including Casement window sidelights.
Interiors would have high ceilings with fancy cornices and a central hallway generally complimented by carved doorway friezes.
Federation homes where built across the nation in their thousands and many fine examples have survived to this day.
