These two buildings were examples of the Indo-European-Nawabi architectural style, even though the Bari Chattar Manzil has been altered over the years.

The palaces were named after the chattris (umbrella-shaped domes) on the octagonal pavilions, which crown the buildings.

[5] The imposing building has large underground rooms and a dome surmounted by a gilt umbrella.

[3] Government of Uttar Pradesh plans to set up two museums and a library at the Palace after its renovation and conservation by the State Archaeological Department.

[6] From the time of the Indian Rebellion of 1857 it was often photographed by such figures as Felice Beato, Samuel Bourne,[5] Darogha Ubbas Alli, and Thomas Rust.