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Pl annin g a Preservation Project

c R a f t s m a n ( 19 0 5 – 19 3 0 )

The Craftsman style structure emerged from the Arts and Crafts
movement, a philosophy which stressed comfort and utility through
the use of natural materials and a lack of pretension. Elements
such as low-pitched, gabled roofs, wide eaves, exposed roof
rafters and porches with tapered columns were common. In more
elaborate designs elements such as half-timbering, knee braces at
eaves, and clipped gable roof forms were present.

Identifying features of the Craftsman style include:
1. Low pitched, gable or hipped roof with overhanging, wide
eaves and exposed rafter ends
2. Divided upper window lights
3. Battered or squared porch columns
4. Baluster or low porch wall
5. Prominent lintels and sills
6. Gabled dormers
7. Concrete or brick foundation

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814 West Main Street, a contributing structure to the West End Historic
District and an example of Craftsman style architecture.

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701 West Main Street, a contributing structure to the West End Historic
District and an example of Craftsman style architecture.

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