24/7 Wall St. Insights Italianate architecture gained prominence in the mid-19th century. There are over 4,000 listings categorized as Italianate in the National Register of Historic Properties. Today, 10 of the top 25 cities for Italianate architecture are in Massachusetts. Italianate capitals tend to be older, with the populations of 14 of the top 25 … Best Cities for Italianate Architecture in America