Pasadena Magazine is the bi-monthly magazine of Pasadena and its surrounding areas – the diverse, historically rich and culturally vibrant region that includes Glendale, the Eastside of Los Angeles and the San Gabriel Valley all the way to Claremont.
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CRAFTSMAN STYLE As any Pasadenan will tell you, Pasadena is the premiere destination to view stunning examples of Craftsman style architecture (especially during the annual Craftsman Weekend in autumn). While Craftsman homes are not exclusive to the area, Pasadena Heritage's efforts have been instrumental in the success of preserving so many Craftsman homes— resulting in the region's intact community of upwards of 1,000 bungalows. The Craftsman style calls to mind a more relaxed, open style of liv- ing with an emphasis on high quality handiwork by artisans and the use of locally sourced materials. Shingled, wood siding or cut stone exterior Use of natural materials like wood and stone Full, expansive porches Low-pitched, gabled roof (with decorative dormers) Columns that support the roof (made of stone, wood, brick or stucco) Columns that support the roof (made of stone, wood, brick or stucco) 86 APRIL 2016 L I V I N G B Y D E S I G N REAL ESTATE space_Apr16.indd 86 3/22/16 5:19 PM