SHINGLE STYLE, ca. 1880 - ca. 1900 Related to the Queen Anne style is the Shingle style which is characterized by an exterior wall sheathing of
wood shingles. The shingles are often designed in various interlocking shapes and provide a rich texture to the
exterior appearance. In many cases not only is the exterior wall surface covered with shingles but also the front
porch columns are sheathed in shingles. Decorative windows and doors are common as are turned porch
railings and balusters. Examples of the Shingle style are found throughout Elgin's historic districts including
33 N. Porter Street and 706 Douglas Avenue.
