Stick Style structures were usually plain and simple in appearance. Their distinguishing feature was a large, ornamental truss under the eaves. Some houses were more decorative, and that style was sometimes called "Eastlake" after Charles Eastlake, a famous British furniture designer.

The Folk Victorian Style was also a plain version of this; however, many Folk Victorians were not architect-designed, but rather were designed by homeowners themselves. They were therefore, usually cheaper but often more fanciful and creative. They were often small, cottage-style houses.

Features:

• Large, ornamental truss under the eaves
• Applied decoration, sometimes of various architectural styles
• Porches often have spindlework and turned posts