A covered front porch is one of the most typical features of a Craftsman style house. Support the roof using tapering columns, which are normally more strong at the bottom and smaller at the top. Exposed rafter tails are the beams that protrude from the house and may be seen beneath the eaves. They provide extra support for the roof and look attractive as well.
The basic form of the Craftsman style house is the rectangle with gable roofs. The walls are of load-bearing brick or stone, although some early houses used wood instead. The windows are usually large and have thick wooden frames with white paint inside and out. The sashes can be opened from outside by sliding them to the left or right. There may be only one door at the front, or there could be several doors or windows, depending on the design of the house. The roof is made of slate, tile, or corrugated metal, and it usually has a center vent pipe called an eave vent. This allows air to flow into the house when it is warm and to escape when it is cold.
Craftsman style houses were originally built for owners who worked with their hands. Therefore, they tend to have many rooms — sometimes as many as five stories high! — with no electricity or running water. But these houses also include modern amenities such as kitchenettes in some bedrooms, laundry facilities, and storage space under the beds.
Craftsman home designs are snug, frequently with shingle siding and stone accents, and embrace simplicity, workmanship, and natural materials. Craftsman homes typically include open porches with overhanging beams and rafters, as well as projecting eaves and a low-pitched gable roof. The design is said to have originated in California's Santa Cruz Mountains, where it was used by timber framers for their buildings. Today, many different brands exist that produce homes under the Craftsman label, including Weaver, Conestoga, and Shaker.
The word "craftsman" comes from the English language term "craftsman", which means someone who works with wood, metal, or other materials to make objects people use every day. By extension, the word "craftsman" has come to mean anyone who works with skill and ingenuity to create something new out of existing materials.
Traditional Craftsman homes were designed to be single story, with an entrance on one side and no window above the entry door. These houses were built around an open concept interior layout with large rooms, exposed wood framing, and a central fireplace for heat during cold winters and cool evenings during hot summers. A false front exterior was often added to give the appearance of more windows or doors, especially if land was limited. This allows the homeowners to maximize living space while keeping costs down.
Craftsman-style homes are classified into four types: prairie, mission, four-square, and bungalow. The bungalow style is the well-known and beloved craftsman style. They are often composed of wood or stone and have large roofs. Bungalows were originally built for residents to rent out as income sources but now many people own them instead.
The other three styles are variations on one theme - they all have two floors, five rooms, and an attic. But their designs take different shapes, which determines how much they will cost to build. A contractor can give you an estimate based on his experience with similar houses.
Mission style houses have flat ceilings on the first floor and a hipped (i.e., sloping) roof. The second floor has a flat ceiling too. Four-square style houses have full width staircases and square footages. Prairie style houses have low walls that separate each room, so there are no hallways. These houses usually have glass windows instead of doors between rooms.
There are also semi-detached and split-level houses in California. Split levels have two floors plus a basement; semi-detached ones have three floors.
Craftsman style houses were popular from about 1890 to 1920. After that time, they fell out of fashion until recently when they again become popular.
Farmhouse houses, like Craftsman-style homes, have wide, attractive covered porches with gable pediments. While these two designs have some wonderful parallels, each has its own distinct appearance and feel to consider. Check out our Richmond II Craftsman at Akron-Medina for Craftsman-style inspiration. Or, take a look at our Farmhouse Style house plan for more ideas on how to bring this unique home design into your life.
There are several differences between Craftsman and farmhouse styles that you should know before you start building. First, while both are popular single story designs, only farmhouses typically have four rooms over two floors with an attic space. Second, Craftsman-style houses tend to be larger and better proportioned than farmhouses. They also usually include other amenities such as garages, carports, and even half-baths. Third, farmhouse styling is generally considered to be more homelike while Craftsman houses are often built for commercial purposes (such as shopping centers or offices).
Both farmhouse and Craftsman styles are popular choices among first time home buyers who want quality construction without breaking the bank. If you're looking to build a new home, consider these two styles - they're sure to provide you with with many years of pleasant living.
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