The rich Arts & Crafts heritage created by William Morris, Gustav Stickley, and Charles and Henry Greene is inspiring today’s hybrid cabin designs.
Much as with the original Arts & Crafts movement in the late 1800s, which was a reaction against elaborate and mass-produced machine-made goods, today’s handicraftsmen are turning away from the cookie-cutter cabins and toward designing in the Arts & Crafts spirit. They are creating homes that are inspired by nature and built to last.
In her fifth book, author Robbin Obomsawin takes you on a tour of homes that relate to the natural environment, were simplicity of design showcase the natural materials form witch they are made. These cabins have open floor plans that encourage family life, and incorporate the ideals of simplicity, utility and handcraftsmanship in their design. They illustrates Gustav Stickley’s dream that “a home should give a sense of piece and comfort.”
The Arts & Craft Cabin is not just a décor but also a way of life where simplicity in itself can be sensational. Whether you are building a first home, desire a one-of-a-kind weekend retreat, or wish to transform and average home into one of the rustic elegance or storybook charm, these pages are filled with helpful designs to inspire beautiful interior and exterior in any home.
