The American Craftsman style grew in popularity at the end of the 19th century and beginning of the 20th century. The style emphasized work done by hand over mass-production, keeping with a growing cultural ethos of that period. It focused on handmade, local and/or natural materials, simplicity and originality. Traditional Craftsman style homes would feature handcrafted stained or leaded glass, metalwork and wood. In 2017, the Craftsman is simplified and uncluttered but has kept its vigor for handcrafted, long-lasting elements. Unpretentious and comfortable, Craftsman homes are often low-profile, one-and-a-half stories that could be part of the landscape.

This is a library we built last year that became a centerpiece feature in "The Classical American House" book by Phillip James Dodd. We are also featured on the back cover. Asked to replicate and finish to match with new materials, we built this 16' high room using only the original Gothic arches that were existing. All other materials are new and finished to match. We thank John Milner Architects for the opportunity and the results are spectacular. Photography: Tom Crane

Photo: Edmunds Studios Design: Angela Westmore, LLC
Kitchen - mid-sized traditional u-shaped brown floor kitchen idea in Milwaukee with a farmhouse sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, marble countertops, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and multicolored backsplash

Example of a small tuscan travertine floor powder room design in Orange County with furniture-like cabinets, dark wood cabinets, brown walls and an undermount sink

ByNoelia, Sitting Room Holiday: Winter Solstice Kitchenette Photo: Rikki Snyder © 2014 Houzz

Be ready for a warm welcome with this Fiberon Composite Cladding gated entrance in the color Ipe. This is a popular color choice because of its dramatic streaking and warm undertones that are sure to make a statement. Fiberon Composite is great for vertical, horizontal and diagonal applications.

This 100+ year old building was restored over a several year period, and changed hands over the last few years. Landscape work stopped after we consulted on this stone work, and restored the specimen nursery plants we first found neglected and buried beneath blackberries and other weeds.

E.S. Johnson Builders faced a challenge to create an authentic Bucks County farmhouse on a narrow lot with a rear yard that has a steep fall-off. The design goal to create a home that looked as if it was added on to over the last 150 years was achieved by building the main structure with four wings, each wing having its own distinctive look appropriate to the time period. This design created two courtyards, one rear and one front, and the rear second story terrace which overlooks a view of the pool on the lower level and outdoor living area. The sharp drop in the rear elevation gave an opportunity to cascade the outdoor living area. A large whirlpool cascades into the main pool; the main pool then drops again into another small pool complemented by a large arbor and exterior stone fireplace. Despite its historic detailing, it is very functional for the modern family featuring a triple-entrance courtyard, a main entrance that leads to the foyer/gallery, and a study/home office that has a front porch entrance as well as an entrance that leads into a side hall. Many of the interior walls are made of shiplap poplar, the beamed ceiling in the kitchen displays the exposed joists from the floor above, and open rafters in the recreation room are reminiscent of an old large gathering hall. All of the fireplaces are of authentic Pennsylvania fieldstone and the floors are reclaimed wide planks made of Appalachian Red Oak. Eldorado Stone Profile Featured: Veneto Fieldledge with an Overgrout Design Builder/Photographer: Eric Johnson, E.S. Johnson Builders Website: www.esjohnson.com Phone: (704)987-7950

This coffee table is designed to last. Period. Solid oak, and made in a style that never ages, this coffee table can be passed on for generations for families to enjoy. It was also a chance for our shop dog, Jax, to jump start his modeling career :)

This coffee table is designed to last. Period. Solid oak, and made in a style that never ages, this coffee table can be passed on for generations for families to enjoy. It was also a chance for our shop dog, Jax, to jump start his modeling career :)

Cosmic Black granite is shown in this project! Search the specific granite name, see more granite or other stone options: http://www.stoneaction.com Learn more about granite to see if it’s right for you: Granite countertops can last a lifetime. It contains no harmful chemicals and do not emit harmful radiation or gasses. Granite is heat resistant and is one of the most heat-resistant countertops on the market. You can place a hot pan out of the oven directly onto the countertop surface. Experts do recommend the use of a trivet when using appliances that emit heat for long periods of time, such as crockpots. Since the material is so dense, there is a small possibility heating one area of the top and not the entire thing, could cause the countertop to crack. Granite is scratch resistant. You can cut on it, but it will dull your knives! Granite scores a seven on Moh’s hardness scale. Granite countertops are considered to be a low maintenance countertop surface. The likelihood of needing to be repaired or resurfaced is low. Granite is a porous material. Most fabricators will apply a sealer to granite countertops before they are installed which will protect them from absorbing liquids too quickly. Many sealers last more than 10 years before needing to be reapplied. When they do need to be reapplied, it is something that most homeowners can do on their own as the process is similar to cleaning. Darker granites are very dense and sometimes don’t even require a sealer. When it comes to pricing, there are a lot of variables such as edge profile, total square footage, backsplash, etc. Don’t be fooled by the stereotype that all granite is expensive. Lower-range granites will cost less than high-range laminate. Though granite countertops are not considered “low range” in pricing, there are a lot of affordable options. If you are looking for something truly unique, consider an exotic granite. Some quarries are not easily accessible and/or only able to be quarried for short periods of time throughout the year. If these circumstances exist in a quarry with gorgeous stone, the price will be driven upward You won’t find a lot of solid patterns or bright colors, but both do exist. Also, watch for a large range of color and pattern within the same color of stone. It’s always a good idea to view the exact slab(s) that will be fabricated for your kitchen to make sure they are what you expected to see from the sample. Another factor is that many exotic types of granite have huge flowing waves, and a small sample will not be an accurate representation of the whole slab. Granite countertops are very resistant to chemicals. Acids and bases will not harm the material.

Cosmic Black granite is shown in this project! Search the specific granite name, see more granite or other stone options: http://www.stoneaction.com Learn more about granite to see if it’s right for you: Granite countertops can last a lifetime. It contains no harmful chemicals and do not emit harmful radiation or gasses. Granite is heat resistant and is one of the most heat-resistant countertops on the market. You can place a hot pan out of the oven directly onto the countertop surface. Experts do recommend the use of a trivet when using appliances that emit heat for long periods of time, such as crockpots. Since the material is so dense, there is a small possibility heating one area of the top and not the entire thing, could cause the countertop to crack. Granite is scratch resistant. You can cut on it, but it will dull your knives! Granite scores a seven on Moh’s hardness scale. Granite countertops are considered to be a low maintenance countertop surface. The likelihood of needing to be repaired or resurfaced is low. Granite is a porous material. Most fabricators will apply a sealer to granite countertops before they are installed which will protect them from absorbing liquids too quickly. Many sealers last more than 10 years before needing to be reapplied. When they do need to be reapplied, it is something that most homeowners can do on their own as the process is similar to cleaning. Darker granites are very dense and sometimes don’t even require a sealer. When it comes to pricing, there are a lot of variables such as edge profile, total square footage, backsplash, etc. Don’t be fooled by the stereotype that all granite is expensive. Lower-range granites will cost less than high-range laminate. Though granite countertops are not considered “low range” in pricing, there are a lot of affordable options. If you are looking for something truly unique, consider an exotic granite. Some quarries are not easily accessible and/or only able to be quarried for short periods of time throughout the year. If these circumstances exist in a quarry with gorgeous stone, the price will be driven upward You won’t find a lot of solid patterns or bright colors, but both do exist. Also, watch for a large range of color and pattern within the same color of stone. It’s always a good idea to view the exact slab(s) that will be fabricated for your kitchen to make sure they are what you expected to see from the sample. Another factor is that many exotic types of granite have huge flowing waves, and a small sample will not be an accurate representation of the whole slab. Granite countertops are very resistant to chemicals. Acids and bases will not harm the material.

Terrific Black PVC vinyl picket fence from the Grand Illusions Color Spectrum line by Illusions Vinyl Fence. The American Dream fence just got cooler!

SuperRoof - Royal Blue - This is an solid aluminum roof installed directly on the canal and carries a lifetime warranty. The last roof you will ever buy. Period.

SuperRoof - Royal Blue - This is an solid aluminum roof installed directly on the canal and carries a lifetime warranty. The last roof you will ever buy. Period.

This Spindle Dining Chair is made out of solid Plain cut Oak and it is designed to reflect the Arts & Crafts period style, simplicity, and quality. The solid red oak has an attractive prominent grain pattern which is one of the distinct qualities of red Oak. Moreover, these chairs are individually handmade by highly skilled craftsmen. This has very sturdy construction with high-quality materials that are guaranteed to last for many years.

This Mission Spindle Dining Chair is made out of solid Plain cut Oak and it is designed to reflect the Arts & Crafts period style, simplicity, and quality. The solid red oak has an attractive prominent grain pattern which is one of the distinct qualities of red Oak. Moreover, these chairs are individually handmade by highly skilled craftsmen. This has very sturdy construction with high-quality materials that are guaranteed to last for many years.

SuperRoof - Royal Blue - This is an solid aluminum roof installed directly on the canal and carries a lifetime warranty. The last roof you will ever buy. Period.

This Mission Spindle Dining Chair is made out of solid Plain cut Oak and it is designed to reflect the Arts & Crafts period style, simplicity, and quality. The solid red oak has an attractive prominent grain pattern which is one of the distinct qualities of red Oak. Moreover, these chairs are individually handmade by highly skilled craftsmen. This has very sturdy construction with high-quality materials that are guaranteed to last for many years.