Queen Anne
Prestige living at Prescott Condominiums
With Queen Anne style of architecture forming rows of houses, Prescott condominiums provides exteriors that existed for more than a century ago and modernized interiors for comfortable residence. Prescott can be found in the heart of Old Town Alexandria, just a walk away from the crossings of Cameron, Henry and North Fayette streets.
In the early days houses in Old Town weren’t pre-wired for internet, cable or ceiling fans thus, Prescott still does not have these accessible and recessed lighting in both kitchens and dining rooms are only available. However interior designs have been modified to suit the modern way of lifestyle.
Designer kitchens have stainless steel appliances, granite countertops and 42 inch Maple cabinets. All units have 9 foot ceilings and thick hardwood flooring for the kitchen, foyer, living and dining rooms along with 2 piece crown molding. Designer blinds have been placed on all windows, wood shelving for spacious walk in closets, brushed chrome hardware for all doors and carpeting for all bedrooms. The units have aluminum clad, double hung, tilt in, insulated windows and simulated true divided lights.
The bathrooms itself are elegant with ceramic tiles and Corian vanity countertops, integral Corian sinks and Kohler plumbing fixtures. Washer and Dryer are available in all units. Underground parking is allotted with controlled access to garage, elevators and lobby.
The perfect getaway at the Prescott would be the rooftop terrace that are furnished with patio furniture and gas grill, where residents can enjoy with family or friends while enjoying the view of Old Town.
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Queen Anne Style Homes
typical Queen Anne
A sub-style of the late Victorian era, Queen Anne is a collection of coquettish detailing and eclectic materials. Steep cross-gabled roofs, towers, and vertical windows are all typical of a Queen Anne home. Inventive, multistory floor plans often include projecting wings, several porches and balconies, and multiple chimneys with decorative chimney pots.
Wooden “gingerbread” trim in scrolled and rounded “fish-scale” patterns frequently graces
drawing of a Queen Anne
gables and porches. Massive cut stone foundations are typical of period houses. Created by English architect Richard Norman Shaw, the style was popularized after the Civil War by architect Henry Hobson Richardson and spread rapidly, especially in the South and West.
Prescott Condominiums — Queen Anne stylings with modern appointments
Exterior of Prescott condos
Prescott condominiums are located in the heart of Old Town Alexandria near the crossings of Cameron, Henry and North Fayette streets. The design of Prescott condos recreates early architecture in the form of Queen Anne style of row houses. Prescott offers an interesting contrast of exteriors that harken back more than a century and the best of modern interior design.
That design includes a designer kitchen with stainless steel appliances, 42 inch Maple cabinets and granite countertops. The units feature a nine foot ceiling in all living areas with thick hardwood flooring in the kitchen, foyer, living and dining rooms. The windows already have designer blinds installed. The foyer, living and dining rooms are nicely trimmed with two-piece crown molding. Closets feature wood shelving and all doors have brushed chrome hardware.
Old Town is a wonderful place to live, but in early days homes weren’t pre-wired for cable, Internet and ceiling fans. The Prescott has this and recessed lighting in kitchen and dining room. Many units have spacious walk-in closets.
The bathrooms have ceramic tile in all baths with Corian vanity countertops with integral Corian sink and Kohler plumbing fixtures. Of course, the washer and dryer are in the unit and the rooms bedrooms have wall-to-wall carpeting.
Units have aluminum clad, double hung, tilt in, insulated windows with simulated true divided lights. The rooftop terrace with patio furniture and gas grill is a great way to get away and enjoy views of Old Town. Parking is always at a premium in Old Town but these units have underground parking space included with controlled access to garage, elevators and lobby.
Inside a condo at Prescott in Old Town Alexandria VA
 Will Nesbitt |
About the Author — Will Nesbitt is the principal broker of Condo Alexandria and Will Nesbitt Realty.
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