New Craftsman House Plans with Character

Builders love to create homes with flair, and since the mid-19th century, the Craftsman style has been built throughout the United States. As we continue to roll out new house plans almost daily, we are excited to turn the spotlight on some of these eye-catching and highly functional Craftsman house plans that are loaded with character and quickly catching the attention of our customers. If you love the Craftsman style, get to know these house plans:

Plan 041-00303

This popular craftsman home design is a customer favorite for many reasons. Not only does it have huge street appeal, but its 2,961 square-foot layout is also highly functional. From the street appeal to the split bedroom layout, see why it’s easy to picture your family growing up in a home like this: 

Curb Appeal

The front covered porch details a dazzling vaulted ceiling with natural timber beams and brick. The garage is a side entry that allows for an unobstructed view of the front of the house, while the rear covered porch tops off the alluring nature of the home. Right off the bat, this craftsman house plan screams character and charm.

Split Bedroom Layout

One of the great things about this craftsman house plan is that the primary suite is tucked away from the other bedrooms. Hallways between the bedrooms and the common areas provide much-needed privacy when the house is complete. 

Bonus Room

The overhead bonus situated above the garage adds plenty of possibilities for your family as it is complete with a full bathroom and closet. Whether your family needs an additional bedroom, guest suite, or a game room, this craftsman house plan has you covered with this bonus room.

Plan 009-00371

Homebuilders are quickly taking note of the character this exclusive plan brings to the table. This craftsman ranch house plan brings back sweet, nostalgic memories of spending summers playing at my grandparents’ house. It outdoors at you delivers a comfortable single-story home with an incredible rear deck, spacious garage, and walkout basement.

Curb Appeal

This Craftsman home could easily be planted in a beautiful suburban setting where the kids can enjoy playing outside around the neighborhood. The mix of slated stonework, vinyl siding, and board-and-batten creates an inviting street view. The front covered porch also provides sufficient space for decorating to enhance the curb appeal and create a welcoming front entry.

Garage

The oversized three-car garage has a tandem second bay where additional storage, a workshop, or a fourth car could be placed. With window views and a pedestrian door, the garage in this craftsman house plan adds functional character while measuring a considerable amount of square footage.

Outside Space

When the temperatures are favorable, it’s great to be outside to take advantage of it. This craftsman house plan provides a spacious rear porch for fabulous outdoor living. Fully covered, this porch provides protection from the sun’s harmful rays and allows entertaining to continue uninterrupted, even on rainy days. The covered porch even has space for an outdoor kitchen!

Plan 8937-00101

This four-bedroom craftsman house plan is full of character you just can’t help but notice. From the bright exterior to the decorative interior, this two-story craftsman home design is full of architectural interest. The 3,618-square-foot footprint details a main-floor master, with the second-floor housing the secondary bedrooms and an optional bonus room for additional possibilities.

Ceiling Details

Volume ceilings run throughout the interior of the main floor, creating aesthetically pleasing rooms while also creating the optical illusion of more space. From the vaulted ceiling on the front porch to the 2-story outline in the foyer, family room, and rear covered patio. 

Outside Space

The vaulted porch delivers a covered and uncovered outdoor living space for seasonal entertaining. The whirling combination of this wonderful outdoor area creates an inviting environment to entertain or relax.

Plan 699-00258

Designed with immense style, this craftsman house plan is loaded with the utmost attention to detail inside and out, making a lakefront property the ideal lot for this home. Not only does this 3,773-square-foot plan make the most of its single-story layout and details an equally exciting basement foundation to optimize the lakefront view from the spacious rear deck.

Curb Appeal

Multiple gables with corbels really dress up the front elevation, while the whiteboard and batten siding and stacked stone perimeter skirt create unique craftsman textures. The front covered porch shows off a vaulted ceiling with plenty of room for additional porch decor. Additionally, the beautifully arched windows truly bring out the home’s brilliance.

Ceiling Details

The character of the exterior flows seamlessly into the interior as various ceilings styles decorate multiple rooms on the main floor and basement level. The vaulted foyer sets the tone with the first impression and leads to the vaulted study and vaulted lodge room with built-in shelving outlining the fireplace. This room delivers loads of character as it is open to the large kitchen and breakfast nook with a dome tray ceiling.  This craftsman home design is dedicated to creating aesthetic pleasure.

Outside Space

The partially covered rear deck hosts sufficient space for lounging and entertaining guests while overlooking the gorgeous waterfront view. This large outdoor space includes a fireplace and a screened-in portion with a vaulted ceiling that captures the architectural interest of this area. With the amount of space given, this outdoor space beckons for cookouts, dining al fresco, or simply lounging around the fireplace as a family and enjoying the night sky.

Basement

The basement almost mirrors the primary floor footprint and details a marvelous living and entertaining area. Complete with three bedrooms, two plus bathrooms, a wet bar, a theater room, two game rooms, and even a single-car garage, this basement has covered all the bases for extravagant living.

Plan 963-00465

This single-story craftsman house plan offers spacious living for your family, offering two bedrooms with a finished basement option giving an additional 3 bedrooms. Additionally, this design has two or more bathrooms with a four-car garage. This remarkable layout grants incredible luxury through convenient features such as the home office, mudroom, and spa-like main bathroom.

Curb Appeal

The exterior highlights a wonderful mix of stucco, shingles, and natural materials, detailing a classic, “homey” feel that only a craftsman home design could create. The warm tone of the materials together offers an invitation to roll out, settle in, and say, “home sweet home”.

Outside Living

This unique craftsman home design offers a double outdoor living space not found in many other house plans. The front covered porch details cathedral ceilings with a living area adjacent to the entryway, while the rear covered deck also offers a spacious area to enjoy entertaining or lounging. These two outdoor spaces will quickly become household favorites and inspire fabulous decor and furniture.

Spacious Kitchen

The open floor concept in this craftsman house plan embraces the wall-to-wall expansive kitchen with a corner walk-in pantry. This spacious kitchen is a delight for any home chef as it hosts plenty of space to prep, cook, and store pots and pans. 

Today, craftsman house plans are characterized by their simple and elegant style and are often constructed of locally handcrafted metal, glass, and woodwork. Our craftsman house plans offer a whirlwind of characters in different sizes and functions. Get to know our extensive and growing craftsman house plan collection to learn more.