What it is: Craftsman homes were primarily inspired by the work of two architect brothers — Charles Sumner Greene and Henry Mather Greene — who worked together in Pasadena, California, at the turn of the 20th century.... more »
The practical job of window and door trim is to hide the gap between the rough opening in the wall and the door or window frame. Beyond the practical, trim is an aesthetic choice, allowing you to express your personal style or pay homage to your home's... more »
Beautiful weather and Pacific Coast views enticed Robert and Phyllis Frank to choose Cayucos, California, as the location for their new home. But then the house became something to admire on its own, thanks to its detailed design, heartfelt commissioned... more »
You often hear about a house being really well built, and that was definitely the case with this remodeled 1908 Craftsman. But "well built" and "well laid out" are two entirely different things. "The whole way it was set up prevented you from having any... more »
This year I've had the privilege of compiling the best renovation details on Houzz into renovation-related ideabooks. Throughout 2012 I've delved into the intricacies of Craftsman architecture, dissected exterior architectural detailing and even gotten... more »
With a centered peak at the top and a roof that slopes downward on each side, a gabled dormer creates usable space in the roof of a home, adding headroom, windows and architectural interest. Built in a variety of sizes, gabled dormers can accommodate... more »
During the Victorian era, opposition developed toward the growing industrialization trend and the excessive opulence of the times. The Arts and Crafts movement,... more »
Wood. If one word comes to mind when considering the houses of brothers Charles and Henry Greene, it is "wood." They used lots of it, from the structure (beams and columns) to surfaces (walls, ceilings, floors) and even the furniture they designed. Yet... more »
One of the interesting style developments at the 2012 Chelsea Flower Show was the "new English" style of planting that we saw in show gardens such as... more »
Many years ago, I lived in a Craftsman-style home. The house was built in 1902 on a great street in Pasadena, California. I made several updates to the house, trying to preserve its integrity... more »
When they became parents, Deanna and Brian Pennock started to look into buying a home for their growing family. Their main goal was to be near their own parents, but they were also interested in trading their busy life for a more rural experience. Given... more »
Architect Amy Dutton and her family live in a century-old New Hampshire bungalow — an anomaly on a street lined with Victorians and colonials. The house had been the smallest on the block until Dutton... more »
‘I give a lot of the aesthetic credit to my clients. They put their heart and souls into this project," says residential designer Leigha Heydt. They added 705 square feet, redesigned the floor... more »
Creating a classic Arts and Crafts built-in room divider is on our list of must-do renovations. The traditional design combines form and function to define... more »