Building materials favored in the Victorian era, such as dark wood, also help conjure a macabre atmosphere. “The rooms felt really heavy and dark and kind of foreboding,” Kelsey says.

A two-story Victorian-era home long cited by preservationists as vulnerable to squatters and poor maintenance was destroyed by fire late Tuesday night in West San Jose.

Victorian-era trick that keeps homes warm without turning on heating Households across the UK are looking for ways to keep their homes warm without turning on the heating. Comments.

As energy prices continue to soar, households are on the lookout for cost-effective ways to heat their homes. Now, experts have revealed a forgotten Victorian-era trick that could keep your home ...

Plans to transform a locally listed Victorian house into a 28-room ‘co-living space’ in Newham have been refused. The plans, from Dilawar Properties Ltd, were criticised by planning officers ...

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A Victorian-era house has been transformed after a huge renovation. Take a look inside. Shona Hendley. less than 2 min read. June 2, 2025 - 4:00PM.

Victorian-era trick could warm up your home without turning on the heating. As energy prices continue to soar, households are on the lookout for cost-effective ways to heat their homes.