How Craftsman Architecture Created a Highly Sought-After Style of Home To Rebel Against Mass Production

From Doc Brown’s mansion in “Back to the Future” to the cozy California bungalow in “Buffy the Vampire Slayer,” Craftsman-style architecture has a knack for making people feel immediately at home.With warm wood features and spaces designed for gathering, Craftsman homes maintain an enduring appeal for today's homeowners.Originally introduced as an alternative to the mass production that defined the Second Industrial Revolution at the turn of the 20th century, these homes are still in high demand today, thanks to their timeless allure and personality-filled craftsmanship.Nationally, Craftsman homes have a median build year of 2000, suggesting that in both historical homes and newer properties that mimic older designs, this style remains relevant as buyers yearn for character over cookie-cutter housing.Read on to discover how a movement that was largely inspired by a furniture designer without an architectural background has stuck around for so long.Loading...The Gamble House is a notable Craftsman and was even featured in "Back to the Future."Keith Durflinger/MediaNews Group/Los Angeles Daily News via Getty ImagesLoading...Craftsman homes are typically one and a half stories. Getty ...