William Russell Allen House

The William Russell Allen House is a single-family home built in the Queen Anne style in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, featuring rusticated bluestone on the first floor, terra cotta tiles on the second floor, and stucco detailing in the gable sections. This combination of different materials creates visual interest with distinct textures at each level of the structure.

Built in 1886, this residence was the first design project by architect H. Neill Wilson in the area and marked the beginning of his successful career in Berkshire County. This early work established his reputation for carefully considered architectural designs.

The residence displays skilled craftsmanship through decorative elements in marble and brownstone on its porch, fine woodwork details, and carefully installed tiles throughout the rooms.

The house is located on East Street, positioned between a government office building and the Providence Court housing complex, east of downtown Pittsfield. The location is easy to access and find since it sits in an established residential neighborhood.

The house uses an uncommon combination of rusticated granite foundation with bluestone and terra cotta exterior surfaces, a material choice that was unusual for the 1880s. This variety of building materials became Wilson's signature approach to architectural distinction.

Location: Massachusetts

Architects: H. Neill Wilson

Architectural style: Queen Anne style architecture

GPS coordinates: 42.44778,-73.24694

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:09