Inside, the house plans include ample windows and stained glass ... Smith, who has over 35 years of experience working on traditional and classical architecture, including Craftsman-style home, points ...

Craftsman-style homes haven’t been around as long as their more traditional counterparts like Tudors or Victorians ... These homes feature well-thought-out floor plans that prioritize functionality ...

Oftentimes the roof material was more of a wood shingle—especially in the midwest to western states—which allowed the house to breathe ... made many of the traditional Craftsman elements ...