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CRAFTSMAN

Popularized during the first three decades of the 20th century, directly influenced by the earlier 19th century Arts and Crafts movement in England, the Craftsman house features low pitched gable roofs, deep overhangs reinforced by brackets, a mix of wood and stone materials, and an open floor plan. The simple formality, horizontal proportions, and warm color palette of these 1- 2 story homes evokes a sense of harmony with the natural surroundings.

Massing

  • Asymmetrical or Symmetrical
  • Horizontal proportions
  • Combination of gable roof forms
  • Well defined base
  • 1– 2 stories

Roof

  • Low to medium slope, 4:12—9:12
  • Medium to deep overhangs
  • Open eaves with brackets or exposed
    beam/joist ends

Materials

  • Combination of lap siding, board &
    baton and shingles
  • Stone and brick commonly used at
    base

Details

  • Wide flat trim boards
  • Hefty square and tapered columns
  • Horizontal trim bands at eaves and
    2nd floor height
  • Stick work at gable ends

Porch

  • Half or full width
  • Shed or gable roof
  • Full-height columns or half-height with
    heavier base detail

Windows and Doors

  • Grouped double-hung windows
    (paired, triple, quad)
  • Divided lite in upper window sash
  • Partial lite doors
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