{"id":1089,"date":"2018-05-25T15:14:13","date_gmt":"2018-05-25T15:14:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/?p=1089"},"modified":"2018-06-22T18:29:01","modified_gmt":"2018-06-22T18:29:01","slug":"how-pasadena-became-a-design-heaven-for-fans-of-historical-architecture","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/how-pasadena-became-a-design-heaven-for-fans-of-historical-architecture\/","title":{"rendered":"Architecture Tourism: How Pasadena Became a Design Heaven for Fans of Historical Architecture"},"content":{"rendered":"

Like a perfectly maintained time capsule, Pasadena, Los Angeles is home to some of the best-preserved historical architecture in the country. Return to handmade aesthetics and a connectivity to nature, the city\u2019s architecture is a nostalgic reminder of its Spanish, Mediterranean, and post-Victorian roots. Well-proportioned homes are perfectly situated on green lots; prioritizing outdoor spaces a highly as the interiors, with balconies and court yards, terraces, and arcades.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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American Arts & Crafts Architecture in Pasadena<\/b><\/h1>\n

American Arts & Crafts architecture, or Craftsman style homes, can be found flanking the tree-lined residential streets of Pasadena. The architectural movement is defined by its use of exposed natural materials, an emphasis on built-in lighting and furnishings, porches and fireplaces, and, of course: it\u2019s responsible for the introduction of open-floor plans to mainstream America. <\/span><\/p>\n

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The Craftsman Style sprouted from a 19th century British movement to revive handicrafts in all aspects of creative life. A reaction to industrially-driven Victorian architecture, the craftsman bungalows invoke a simpler, provincial, handmade style. This dramatic shift is one of the most obvious examples of design and aesthetics shaping culture, and reflecting how people want to live. Craftsman style homes were built to last! That means, when well maintained they require little to be spent on repairs. Like a fine wine, this home just gets better with time: As the sun fades the shingles on this home, their colors reflect those of the plants and shrubbery around them.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\"Craftsman<\/p>\n

Arroyo Terrace is one of the largest neighborhoods in Pasadena, but one of the least populated, where you\u2019ll find charming craftsman homes: Some bungalows, some larger estates that still feel comfortable, rather than opulent and intimidating. The simple, elegant design of these homes lend themselves to looking less dated compared to other popular American architecture styles like New England Shingle style homes. <\/span><\/p>\n

The Gamble House<\/b><\/h2>\n

Constructed by brother architect duo, Greene & Greene in 1908, Arroyo Terrace is home to the Gamble House. Built as a Winter home for David & Mary Gamble of Procter & Gamble, the Gamble House sprawls 8200 sq. feet, and is a protected landmark and museum. Don Hahn directed the celebratory documentary ‘The Gamble House,’ which takes you on a virtual tour of the Craftsman masterpiece:<\/span><\/p>\n