Aldrich–Genella House, historic house in New Orleans, Louisiana
The Aldrich-Genella House is a mid-19th century mansion in New Orleans combining Second Empire and Renaissance Revival design. The structure features a distinctive mansard roof with a tower, stands more than three stories tall, and includes a 41-foot-long entrance hall with ornate moldings and high ceilings.
The house was built in 1866 with Greek Revival features and double galleries. A major renovation in 1878 added the mansard roof and tower, transforming it into the Second Empire style it displays today.
The house takes its name from former owners and stands on St. Charles Avenue, a street lined with grand historic homes. Its striking roofline and tower design are woven into the neighborhood's character, showing how prominent families once lived in the city.
The house sits at the corner of St. Charles Avenue and Bourdeaux Street on a sizable property with driveway and parking space. Located in an active neighborhood, visitors can walk the surrounding streets to explore other historic homes and experience the area's architecture firsthand.
The house was designed by architect Thomas Brown Wright, known for buildings in popular period styles. The top floor features wood paneling and a special tower room offering surprising views over the treetops of the surrounding neighborhood.
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