Architecture and Design Details

Colonial Revival: 75%

• Use of traditional, symmetrical design.
• Multi-pane, double-hung windows with shutters.
• Entry porch beneath an extension of the main roof.

Craftsman: 65%

• Low-pitched, gabled roof.
• Exposed wooden structural elements.
• Handcrafted stone or woodwork on visible supports and columns.

Prairie Style: 55%

• Strong horizontal lines and flat or hipped roofs with broad overhanging eaves.
• Integration with the landscape.
• Use of natural materials.

Architectural Style Influences

Colonial Revival 75%

This style emerged in the late 19th century as a rebirth of American colonial architecture characterized by symmetrical design and classic detailing. Instances of this style can be seen in:

• Colonial Williamsburg in Virginia.
• Residential neighborhoods established in the early 20th century throughout the United States.

Craftsman 65%

The Craftsman style focuses on the use of natural materials and craftsmanship, with an emphasis on simplicity and function. Examples include:

• The Gamble House in Pasadena, California.
• Bungalows across the United States from the early 20th century.

Prairie Style 55%

Developed by Frank Lloyd Wright and others, the Prairie style features a strong emphasis on horizontal lines to blend buildings with the flat prairie landscape. You can find this style in:

• Robie House in Chicago, Illinois.
• Herbert and Katherine Jacobs House in Madison, Wisconsin.