Colonial

Simple fine lines and soft curves with wave patterns and plain sections. This design period includes very few decorative elements.

CA24

Georgian

CC37

Characteristically symmetrical and formal comprising patterns such as dental blocks, egg and dart, acanthus leaf and corbelling. Bold and striking, invoking a feeling of grandeur.

CA180

Victorian

CC39V

Typically elaborate and richly detailed. Featured in terrace houses. Patterns make use of deep coved sections known as the Paddington style, as well as leaf patterns with minimal flowers. Displays balance, proportion and elegance.

CA120

Federation

CC105

Simpler, smaller versions of the Victorian styles. Featuring chains and bows and uniquely Australian designs incorporating flora and fauna patterns like waratahs, gumnuts, flannel flowers.

CA25

Californian Bungalow

CC50

Californian Bungalow or Federation Bungalow was a very popular period in Australian architecture with bold patterns and a wide array of flowers and vine like patterns.

CA31

Art Deco

CC64

Bold, streamlined shapes with clean geometric lines. Patterns created using shapes such as triangles and diamonds replaced the excessive decoration of previous styles.

CA133

Modern

CC74

Bold geometric shapes again but of a more simplistic, plain style. Sharp straight lines with little or no pattern at all are the norm with this design style.

CA99

Architectural Periods Timeline