Craftsman, at the same time green

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Harmonious Craftsman-style bungalow facade with characteristic arched elements and brick detailing

#7725. Harmonious Craftsman-style bungalow facade with characteristic arched elements and brick detailing

Before me stands a classic example of an American Craftsman bungalow, popular in the early 20th century. The facade of the building demonstrates the characteristic features of this architectural movement — a combination of functionality and handcrafted aesthetic.

The house features a distinctive asymmetrical composition with a dominant gabled roof and projecting front gable. Particularly noteworthy is the porch with characteristic arched openings supported by substantial brick columns. The facade is clad in horizontal siding in a subdued olive hue, creating a harmonious contrast with the brick masonry of the lower part of the house and columns.

The architectural details deserve special attention: decorative brackets under the roof eaves, meticulously crafted window frames with muntins in the upper parts of the windows, as well as elegant decorative elements on the gable. The first-floor windows have arched tops, which echoes the form of the portico and creates a unified visual rhythm.

The color palette of the facade is thoughtful and authentic: the combination of olive-green, cream, and terracotta colors is characteristic of the architecture of this period. The natural landscape with Japanese maple and neat shrubs complements the architectural appearance, emphasizing the house's connection with the surrounding environment — another important principle of the Craftsman style.

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