Architectural Series Spotlight: Arts & Crafts

Alright homeowners. We all know the overwhelming feel that can come when looking at remodeling a room in your house. What design should you try to achieve? After all, there are so many! If you see the Victorian style and think it’s too excessive, you might opt for the more modern route that evokes simplicity. But what about something in the middle of the spectrum? This is where ‘Arts & Crafts’ architecture comes into play.

This type of architecture refers to a type of design that seeks to create a look like that of the pre-industrial, handmade society. It melds simple design with a handcrafted look. Pictures below display the simple, square edges that are like that of the modern design, but wait! Before the mouldings are done, handcrafted details are implemented to add that “just right” amount of charm and embellishment.

If the Arts & Crafts style of décor sounds like it fits your decorating style, starting the remodel process just became a lot easier. First, use the architect approved set of mouldings for this style in Ferche’s Architectural Series as a base for your home. Here is how you can go about finding these mouldings:

1. Visit your local lumber retailer.
2. Explain you would like the family of moldings that coordinate with the “Arts & Crafts” style in Ferche’s Architectural Series.
3. You’re done!

To spread the “Arts & Crafts” architecture throughout your entire home, remember these key elements:

· Natural materials throughout the home
· Built-in furniture and light fixtures
· Fireplace
· Porches
· Low-pitched roofs
· Exposed beams
· Open floor plan

If you are still not sure if this style is for you, take a look at the below sample of ‘Arts & Crafts’ mouldings that can easily be integrated into an Arts & Crafts style home. Keep in mind different wood species can be used, the sample below is displayed in Natural Cherry:

Base

Rail

Crown

Casing