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The image showcases an excellent example of an American Craftsman style house, which was popular in the early 20th century. This two-story building, numbered 1637, features characteristic elements of this architectural style: wide overhanging eaves with exposed rafters, substantial porch columns, and a combination of various materials on the facade.
The facade is finished in subdued earthy tones — an olive-green lower level contrasts with the lighter second floor, which is adorned with wooden brown elements. Particularly expressive is the detailing of the upper part of the facade with decorative brackets and an ornamental frieze between floors featuring four-petal rosettes.
The central porch with wide steps creates a welcoming impression and is framed by two ornamental urns with bright pink flowers, adding picturesque beauty to the strict architecture. The asymmetrical composition of the facade is softened by the symmetrical arrangement of the second-floor windows and central entrance.
In modern home construction, such a design can be adapted by incorporating characteristic Craftsman style elements: projecting eaves, exposed wooden structural elements, combination of various textures (stone, stucco, wood), a natural color palette, and authentic details in the form of decorative brackets and friezes. Special attention should be paid to the porch as an important transitional space between the street and the home.