Many properties in these neighbourhoods have classic Victorian architecture, with views of the bay and the Golden Gate Bridge.

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While the regal splendour of the pavilion (a classic of Victorian architecture) still dominates one end, the space-aged media centre hovers above the other.

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As Georgian architecture came back into fashion, Victorian architecture was derided.

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Hendricks Olivier, the director of the mainly white Commercial Farmers' Union, says it is evident that much of the "rich Victorian architecture" on reallocated farms is not being respected.

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The city is renowned for a number of its unique characteristics like its chilly summer fog, steep rolling hills and eclectic mix of Victorian and modern architecture.

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One hundred years ago, decorative styles like Victorian and Art Deco prevailed as architecture emerged as "art, " much like early web design.

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