this gothic house stands proud and imposing with a sharp gable that dominates the facade the gable is decorated with complexly sculpted ornaments adding a level of detail and refinement the windows of the house are long and narrow with sharp arches at the top they are made of colorful stained glass which projects light into the interior of the house in a dramatic and colorful way the house has a tall tower which adds height and grandeur to the structure the tower is octagonal and has a conical roof inside the house has vaulted ceilings and tall columns these create a sense of space and height which is a defining characteristic of the gothic style the house also has a large fireplace and an ornate staircase the house is built from robust stone which is left exposed to give the house a historic look the stone is often sculpted with fine details adding an additional level of complexity and beauty to the design