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Victoria – Architecture, Style, Design

Posted on February 20, 2015October 16, 2022 by David Barker

The 5th of 10 posts about Victoria, B.C.

Victoria is unique to Canada in that it enjoys a cool-summer Mediterranean climate. That fact is reflected in the materials, colours, and design of many homes and other buildings.

Stucco-covered house.
Stucco-covered house. Palm trees are common.
Townhouses on Dallas Road.
Townhouses on Dallas Road.
Art Deco(ish) building - 780 Burdett Ave.
Art Deco(ish) building – 780 Burdett Ave.
Art Deco(ish) building viewed from above - 780 Burdett Ave.
Art Deco(ish) building viewed from above – 780 Burdett Ave.
Townhomes on Academy Close
Townhomes on Academy Close
Surf Motor Motel - 290 Dallas Road.
Surf Motor Motel – 290 Dallas Road.
Strathcona Hotel - 919 Douglas Street.
Strathcona Hotel – 919 Douglas Street.
Curvy looking condos viewed from Kimta Road
Curvy looking condos viewed from Kimta Road
Steps down to the Songhees Walkway.
Steps down to the Songhees Walkway.

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