Fuller, Royal K., House
Also known as: Component No. 6
Why it's listed
Built in 1926-1927 at 294 Loudon Road in Colonie, this one-story brick house combines a Norman farmhouse profile with late medieval detailing. A steeply pitched, slightly flaring roof of rough-cut polychrome slate dominates the T-shaped plan, and a two-story round tower with a conical copper roof sits where the front wings meet. Massive chimneys rise at the end walls. Irregular bricks and intentionally gouged woodwork give the exterior a deliberately rough character, while leaded and stained glass windows, some with owl designs, and carved wooden lintels with floral, animal and heraldic motifs show close attention to craftsmanship. Inside, round-arched doorways, heavy iron hardware, carved stone fireplaces and a two-story living room with carved rafters survive. The house was designed for Royal K. Fuller, New York State Commissioner of Canals and Waterways in the 1920s. It was the first residence built in the area by the Loudon Development Company, which later developed the surrounding Loudon Heights neighborhood. The architect and builder are unknown.
Significance in brief: The house is presented as an outstanding example of early twentieth century eclectic architecture in Colonie, combining a Norman farmhouse profile with late medieval construction details and exceptional craftsmanship. It was also designed for Royal K. Fuller, New York State Commissioner of Canals and Waterways, and was the first residence built in the area by the Loudon Development Company.
Machine-generated summary. This summary was generated by a language model from the official nomination document and has not been reviewed line by line by an editor. It may contain errors. Check the source document before relying on any detail. Source: nomination document (PDF) · National Archives catalog entry. NRHP reference 85002706, listed October 3, 1985. Summary generated October 2026 (model claude-sonnet-5-5, prompt v1.0-2026-10-29, confidence medium).
Key facts
| Address | 294 Loudon Rd., Colonie |
|---|---|
| County | Albany County |
| Listed | October 3, 1985 |
| Reference number | 85002706 |
| Resource type | Building |
| Architectural style | Eclectic, incorporating late medieval and Norman details |
| Areas of significance | Architecture |
| Level of significance | Local |
| Status (as stated in the nomination) | Described as in excellent condition, still used as a residence, with original features retained and no major alterations or known threats. |
| Acreage | 1.5 |
| Coordinates | 42.68342, -73.75262 (NPS GIS) |
What listing means for this property
National Register listing is honorary for a privately owned home: it does not by itself restrict what an owner may do with their own money, and it does not require public access. Restrictions come from local landmark or historic-district ordinances, which are separate (how they differ).
Owner-occupied houses are not eligible for the 20% federal rehabilitation tax credit, which applies to income-producing buildings, but many states offer credits for homeowners. Listing also opens the door to preservation easements and to buying a plaque. Start with what listing means for homeowners, renovating a listed house and selling one.
General information, not legal or tax advice. Rules change; confirm with your State Historic Preservation Office or a qualified adviser.
Sources and further reading
- National Park Service, National Register of Historic Places database (snapshot May 2026), reference 85002706.
- Nomination form (PDF, National Archives) — catalog entry
- Wikipedia article (used for cross-checking only; text not reproduced here)
- Wikidata Q7374362
- This listing as JSON
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