These homes break down the most iconic features of this Craftsman style aesthetic and prove that it’s all about the details.
We just spent the most wonderful vacation with our dear friends in the picture-perfect town of Wilmette, IL (a north shore Chicago suburb). Most of the homes in the area were built in the Arts & Crafts style of the 1920's, and the cobblestone streets are lined with enormous mature trees. I quickly fell in
Cabinets, fixtures, and tile for modern interpretation: A look at revival design approaches.
Even though I don't really need to do much more research, I seem to be addicted to downloading books from Internet Archive. I really am a research junky. I guess I may as well put all this research energy to good use by sharing some of the good stuff I've found. Because I'm putting lots of pictures in this post, I'm going to insert a page break so it won't bog down folks loading the main page. If you want to see all of the pictures, you'll have to open the post. On my mind this week are closets and other bedroom built-ins—probably because we're trying to make progress on our closet this month. I've cited where I got the drawings. From Housewifery by L. Ray Balderton, 1919 From Home Interiors by the National Lumber Mfg. Association, 1929 From Home Interiors by the National Lumber Mfg. Association, 1929 These three wardrobes are from the Morgan Millwork catalog (1921) I shared a couple days ago. These 5 pages about Closets and Wardrobes are from the book What Makes the House Beautiful: A Collection of Building Details and Measured Drawings, published in 1920 by Henrietta C. Peabody. And three more from various sources. From the Curtis Cabinet and Stair Work catalog, 1927. From an Ideal Built-In Furniture catalog, c. 1920 From a Sears Honor Bilt Building Materials catalog, 1930.
In this craftsman bungalow, Anne McDonald used the home's original dark-stained red oak trim and millwork as the inspiration for a moody palette.
Bungalow style homes have wide porches, genuine charm and make a wonderful family home. Use our bungalow paint color chart for authentic Arts and Crafts colors.
Heidi Caillier brought a tasteful touch of pattern and texture to the 1910 home
Built by Wardell Builders, this amazing residence is located in La Jolla, California, United States.
Confused about what makes an Arts & Crafts interior? You’re not alone.
The team at Streamline Builders just finished up another beautiful renovation just in time for a White Christmas. That’s right, you’ll find “white” WindsorONE trim boards & moldings throughout this Mill Valley CA project supplied by Golden State Lumber in San Rafael. Wainscoting and walls decked out in WORS Shiplap with Craftsman style details throughout. […]
Add character to plain rooms with crown molding, baseboards, wainscoting and more
The arts and crafts movement was a reaction to industrialization and influenced everything from architecture to jewelry to furniture design.
An oddball 1984 Oregon ranch is remade as a stunning California Bungalow, its woodwork details inspired by the owners’ trip to Pasadena’s most famous houses.
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Our Classical Craftsman Molding is an historically accurate trim molding style for 20th century architecture, c. 1900-1930. View our 16 profiles and sizes.
If you find yourself attracted to the fabrics and wallpapers of the arts and crafts design movement or with a property that was built in this period, here are some ideas to reflect and enhance your home with the arts and craft style in mind.
A 1914 Craftsman house is restored with sensitivity.
Since so many people find this post when searching for paint colors, I’ve updated it with better images of the Arts & Crafts colors. I can say that 9 years in, we’re still very happy with our choices! For years, I’ve been carrying around a booklet I found at Sherwin …
As a registered historical structure, the Craftsman cottage has one foot in the past
This serial restorer of old houses decided to build new—owing to a personal connection to the Gamble House.
This homage to the legendary architect gets everything right.
Feature Friday featuring Old Silver Shed, a stunning cottage in Cape Cod. Stop by for the full tour of this quintessential New England beauty!
Come find out if the gray home decorating trend is here to stay or on its way out!
Since so many people find this post when searching for paint colors, I’ve updated it with better images of the Arts & Crafts colors. I can say that 9 years in, we’re still very happy with our choices! For years, I’ve been carrying around a booklet I found at Sherwin …