The 1900s was an architecturally fascinating period, birthing modern design movements, reactionary home building styles, revivals, and everything in between.

A renovated Victorian home with gray exteriors - Joe Hendrickson/Getty Images According to Redfin's analysis of MLS data, the average age of a home purchased by an American in 2024 reached 36 years.

For the adventurous homeowner, there's plenty of inspiration to be found in the multidimensional color palettes that grace the exteriors of Victorian houses.