Usually built after 1860 in rural America, most Gothic Revival homes were influenced by the popular European styles of the day.

General description:

• Two stories

• Irregular shape

• Gothic arched windows given even greater height by steeply pitched roof

Exterior features to consider in kitchen design:

• Elaborate exterior trim adding structural significance to design

• Wood, stone, or brick, with sometimes a mix of all three to add a multicolor effect

Recommended kitchen design elements:

Cabinet Doors Type: Inset Style: Beaded square panel Finish: Stain or paint Wood: Cherry, maple, or oak Countertops Laminate Soapstone Granite Flooring Linoleum Ceramic Wood Architectural Details Crown moulding with dentil, egg & dart Chair rail