Designing the exterior of the Basilica of Our Lady of Victory was the job of French-born Emile Ulrich, a nationally known expert on ecclesiastical architecture.

The exterior of the shrine is constructed almost entirely of pure white marble, originally from the Georgia Marble Co. of Tate, Ga. All told, however, a combination of more than 40 different types, colors, and designs of Italian marble can be found throughout the Basilica's interior and exterior.