Page-Gilbert House

The Page-Gilbert House is a residential building in Austin featuring a distinctive pyramidal roof shape and elements of Victorian and Queen Anne architectural styles. The structure displays decorative details like porches and ornamental woodwork characteristic of homes from this period in the region.

The house was built in the late 1800s by Christopher H. Page, a British stonemason who had previously worked on the construction of the Texas State Capitol. His experience on the Capitol project shaped his understanding of craftsmanship and design when building this residence.

The house reflects how wealthy families in Austin during the late 1800s chose to live and build, favoring European architectural styles that showed their social position. The Hyde Park neighborhood became known for such carefully designed homes that expressed the confidence of a growing city.

The house is located on Avenue G in the Hyde Park neighborhood and is accessible by foot in this historic residential area. Visitors should know it is a private residence and can only be viewed from the outside.

Stonemason Page integrated techniques and details he learned while building the Capitol into this house, which sets it apart from other homes of its era. This makes it an interesting example of how craftsmanship skills from major projects flowed into private residential construction.