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Architectural Style: Second Empire 1860-1885

Second Empire
Photo © Bill Kibbel

The Peter D. Smith House
Located in Waterloo Village, NJ
only open for special events.


The Second Empire style shares many of its details with the Italianate. The most significant feature is a mansard roof. Some have a square tower or turret and bay extensions. Dormer windows are common.

Shard Villa1874


Cocker 1881


Hyatt 1879

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