The 1903 Queen Anne house was designed by Bloomington architect George H. Miller.

The front of the house features a Classical porch supported by Doric columns, which was rebuilt in 1997.

A large gable on the front facade is decorated with diamond-patterned wood shingles.

The roof is composed of two hips and four cross gables, including the one in front.

Alfred Phillips, the house's first owner, was a local farmer and livestock salesman.