Craftsman Style House
Era: 1905–1930, popular again today
The Craftsman style house grew out of the Arts and Crafts movement’s reaction against mass-produced Victorian ornament. Instead of applied decoration, Craftsman homes celebrate how they are built: exposed rafter tails, chunky tapered columns, visible joinery and natural wood and stone.
The most recognisable feature is the deep front porch under a low-pitched gable, held up by square tapered columns on stone or brick piers. Modern Craftsman homes keep that porch and the earthy palette, often with larger windows and open interiors.
Key features of a craftsman style house
Low-pitched gables
Wide eaves with exposed rafter tails and decorative brackets.
Tapered columns
Square columns on stone or brick piers supporting the porch.
Deep front porch
Often spanning the full width of the house.
Natural materials
Wood shingles or siding, stone, brick and earthy colors.
Grouped windows
Multi-pane upper sashes over a single lower pane.
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What makes a house Craftsman style?
A low-pitched gabled roof with wide eaves and exposed rafters, a deep porch with tapered columns on piers, natural materials and handcrafted details.
Is a Craftsman the same as a bungalow?
Many bungalows are Craftsman style, but Craftsman describes the detailing and can apply to two-story homes too.
What colors suit a Craftsman house?
Earthy palettes: sage, olive, warm brown, deep red and cream trim — or a modern take with dark green or charcoal and natural wood.