There are various types of dollhouses that one can collect. They can range from vintage and historic architectural designs to the latest and modern contemporary homes that we see in cities like Los Angeles, Tokyo, London, and Manila. There is no such thing as a certain type of dollhouse if we try to really think about it. All up to you. It is more or less like designing or choosing your own house.
If you’re new to the intriguing world of dollhouses, take the time to do your research and prepare before you begin. Becoming an expert collector or a hobbyist can make a big difference in the type of dollhouse you choose. Try to avoid making decisions based on factors like price tags or investment value. It should be about what you enjoy the most. It’s about your self-expression.
Overview
A popular type of dollhouse is the so-called Victorian dollhouse. These houses are similar to what you would find in a city like Paris. Typically these homes have sprawling structures with great features like a large front deck. Decorating a Victorian dollhouse shouldn’t be a problem given the many amazing ways to do it. It is not difficult to find online stores and sites dedicated solely to Victorian dollhouses and the various decorations that can be found for them. It is also very easy to build an ideal Victorian house from another era.
Some dollhouse collectors especially value the classic, homey style of a Tudor cottage. This type of dollhouse represents English architecture. It has a traditional post fence that provides a family atmosphere or feeling. Facilities such as a fireplace or a spiral staircase are common in this type of dollhouse. Most Tudor cottages or cottages are custom built or personally designed by the collector. However, there are also products readily available on the market.
On the other hand, Georgian dolls houses are the most popular variety that is made of wood and the one you will always find. This type of dollhouse is popular because it is usually large and showy. The Georgian period is commonly associated with the Neoclassical style and was heavily influenced by classical architectural designs. Georgian dolls houses have three main classifications or themes. They are: Greece and Rome, Terraces and Town Houses, and Palladianism and Country Houses.
Palladianism was a school of thought in the area of design based on the works and writings of an architect from Italy who wanted to restore the techniques and designs of ancient Roman buildings. The Palladian style includes elegance, an aesthetic understanding of ornamental elements, and the use of order in an art form. A Georgian dollhouse, unlike a Victorian house, is more organized and tidy in terms of colors, details, and overall architectural value.
During the 1700s, wealthy Westerners began to invest in their homes. Country houses began to spring up, consuming vast areas of land for landscaping and parks. If you want a grand mansion dollhouse, you could take it in a Georgian era. There are quite a few styles of miniature Palladian doors available and you can purchase windows to complement. The fashion of these doors and windows gives Georgian wooden dollhouses a very splendid atmosphere.
Finally, a very nice and popular dollhouse is the Barbie dollhouse. From the name itself, it’s made especially for Barbies. It gives a lot of fun to children who enjoy Barbie and her many accessories. There is an unlimited variety of things to put inside a Barbie dollhouse. From furniture like sofa sets and beds to soaps and dishes, creating a Barbie dream house and a dream Barbie personality has become entertaining for women (and even men) of all ages. Since it doesn’t always have to be for kids, playing with a Barbie house makes for great collections. This hobby becomes timeless and irrelevant with age.
Dollhouses made for miniatures are becoming more and more popular. There are even museums dedicated to miniatures and dollhouses. The miniatures are small models of standard everyday houses and the things that go inside them. Some people spend a lot of time and effort furnishing their miniature dollhouses as realistically as possible. Things that are actually all that one may need for daily life can be found for miniature houses.
Regardless of all the great varieties and incredible types of custom-built dollhouses to collect, some hobbyists would prefer to be especially original and innovative when building their own dollhouse. This is the only way to have an exclusive design of your own. It really doesn’t take much to build a dollhouse. Most people start by choosing the type of house. Whether it’s classical architecture or modern designs, it’s all up to you. Planning it out with a rough draft and then getting all the necessary materials is the starting point. Helpful tips and guides can be found with a quick web search. Whatever type of dollhouse you prefer, it is important that you enjoy it and be able to express yourself through it.
