The Arts and Crafts movement began in England, almost as a reaction to the frivolous, machine-made ornamentations being wantonly applied to many Victorian-era homes.
American architects expanded the idea. Their emphasis was on quality, natural products and craftsmanship. It was an 'upgrade' of the popular Bungalow.
Elegant Japanese and Swiss homes were influences.
What to look for (clues)
- Natural products of wood, stone and brick dominate. The walls may appear quite rustic in appearance.
- Low-pitched roofs and structural materials (beams) extending from inside to outside the house. Sometimes the outer portions of the beams are fake.
- A sprawling, horizontal format. Series of narrow, vertical (and occasionally horizontal) windows are common.
- There is an emphasis on welcoming entrances and usable balconies.
- The style existed mainly from 1888 to 1925.
Where to find it
The Arts and Crafts homes are quiet in demeanor and don't stand out. You'll find them with homes built in the time period noted above.
This particular house was built in Waterloo, Ontario in 1923.
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