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| The founders of the Craftsman style looked for inspiration in nature, local materials, and visible handcraftsmanship. | ||||||||||
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| The Craftsman style had its roots in the desire to create sensible and affordable small homes in a unique American form. Low-pitched roofs, wide sheltering eaves, and heavy foundation elements convey a feeling that the Craftsman cottage is a firmly grounded safe haven.
Deep front porches supported by square columns often span the width of the homes. It replaced flowery Victorian scrollwork with simple exposed beams and brackets. The interiors were open, usually with a front door opening into a living room that included a prominent fireplace. Meant to be cost-effective, with quality craftsmanship, the style, particularly in bungalow form, found favor with newly mobile Americans who were moving away from city centers to the suburbs. LEARN MORE Books Web Sites |
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