Old Northside Historic District and Nouveau by Onyx+East
The Old Northside Historic District was a prominent residential area in the late 19th century for many of wealthy Indianapolis residents, who built large mansions in the area. In the wake of the Civil War, these families built ornate Victorian mansions, later landing on the National Register of Historic Places in 1978.
Today you can still tour the 23rd president’s Italianate Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site or admire the slate-roofed Morris-Butler House—a Second-Empire gem that helped launch Indiana’s preservation movement.
Just off Alabama Street on north side of I-65, Nouveau by developer Onyx+East slots 17 brick-clad townhomes (1,643–2,329 sq ft) around a private courtyard. Each townhome has four levels of open-concept living, 10-foot ceilings, private two-car garages, rooftop terraces overlooking the Indianapolis skyline and smart-home tech. ENERGY STAR-certified windows capture expansive views while keeping utility bills friendly.
Shade ideas to finish the Nouveau look
- Motorized Roman Shades in Soft Linen – Soft, tailored folds nod to the Old Northside’s Victorian heritage, while whisper-quiet motors tuck neatly behind the elegant valance. The textured fabric filters daylight and pairs with smartphone or voice control for instant ambiance.
- Composite Plantation Shutters (Café-Height Option) – Street-facing windows gain period-friendly curb appeal, durable moisture-proof louvers, and flexible privacy. The café cut keeps upper panes open to sunlight, echoing Nouveau’s bright, open-concept interiors.
- Motorized Dual Sheer Shades with Drapery-Side Panels – On 10 ft ceiling living room windows, with layered treatments provide daytime light diffusion and nighttime privacy.