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YOUR OLD HOUSE Historic Preservation Resource and Design Guide Department of Planning & Community Development Alteration Repair Addition Restoration ---PAGE BREAK--- ---PAGE BREAK--- YOUR OLD HOUSE Historic Preservation Resource and Design Guide Prepared By: Dykeman Architects For: Everett Historical Commission and the City of Everett Department of Planning and Community Development Published 2006 Everett Historical Commission (2006) Jack O’Donnell, Chair Sue Walsh, Vice Chair Sandra Alder Mary Dean Bill Lucas David Ramstad Vicki Rosenau Chandra Sadro Jim Staniford Barbara Van Sant Department of Planning and Community Development Allan Giffen, David Koenig, Ross Johnson, Jan Meston City of Everett Mayor Ray Stephanson City Council Brenda Stonecipher, President Mark Olson, Vice President Ron Gipson Arlan Hatloe Drew Nielsen Bob Overstreet Paul Roberts ---PAGE BREAK--- Whether embarking on a complicated restoration project or simply replacing a front porch railing, it is important to maintain the integrity and historical significance of a precious older home … especially Your Old House. ---PAGE BREAK--- iii Forward Forward Forward Forward The homes and neighborhoods in the City of Everett have a rich heritage of architectural styles. Historic homes, streetscapes and neighborhoods reflect the roots of the community and contribute significantly to Everett’s sense of place and identity. This guide is meant to assist those who wish to continue the preservation of these historic resources as they work on their historic homes or build new structures in historic neighborhoods. This guide focuses on three architectural style types that are commonly found in Everett. It includes information on design details for entries including porches, doors and windows. It also offers guidance on the appropriate proportion of design details. Since many homes are not one pure style, but include details from a variety of styles, this information will apply widely to Everett’s homes and neighborhoods. Preservation of historic homes and neighborhoods is an ongoing endeavor that depends on the investment of time and resources. Appropriate design is vital to preservation of historic buildings and applies to all projects large and small. The cumulative effect of appropriate design on individual properties is preservation of the character of the neighborhood. We hope this guide will encourage and assist the reader along the path of appropriate design. Everett Historical Commission and City of Everett Department of Planning and Community Development ---PAGE BREAK--- iv Contact Information: City of Everett Department of Planning and Community Development 2930 Wetmore Avenue, Suite 8A Everett, WA 98271 Phone: [PHONE REDACTED] http://www.everettwa.org This booklet has been financed in part with Federal funds from the National Park Service, Department of the Interior, administered by the Department of Archaeology and Historic Preservation (DAHP) and the City of Everett. However, the contents and opinions do not necessarily reflect the views or policies of the Department of the Interior or DAHP. This program received Federal funds from the National Park Service. Regulations of the U.S. Department of Interior strictly prohibit unlawful discrimination in departmental Federally Assisted Programs on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, or handicap. Any person who believes he or she has been discriminated against in any program, activity, or facility operated by a recipient of Federal assistance should write to: Director, Equal Opportunity Program, U.S. Department of the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C Street, NW, Washington, D.C. 20240. ---PAGE BREAK--- vi Table of Contents Forward iii Introduction vii Part I COLONIAL REVIVAL Overview of Style 2 Essential Characteristics 4 Porticos 6 Doors 7 Sidelights and Transoms 8 Window Treatment 9 Windows 10 Variations 11 Part II CRAFTSMAN Overview of Style 16 Essential Characteristics 18 Porches 19 Doors 21 Sidelights 22 Windows 23 Window Treatment 24 Variations 25 Part III AMERICAN FOURSQUARE Overview of Style 32 Essential Characteristics 34 Doors 35 Sidelights 36 Windows 37 Porches 38 Variations 39 Appendix 43 Public Resources 44 Manufacturers and Suppliers 44 Restoration Resources 45 Historical Style Resources 45 Bibliography 46 ---PAGE BREAK--- v Copy of page from Sears, Roebuck and Co. catalogue of standard home designs, 1916 Good example of an “upscale” Craftsman ---PAGE BREAK--- vii Introduction Introduction Introduction Introduction When it comes to your home, the notion of “street appeal” is every bit as important today as it was 100 years ago. Research shows that a majority of historic restoration and remodeling efforts spent on the American home are focused on elements that are seen from the street and sidewalk. It is further shown that architectural elements located at the ground level such as entry steps and handrails, porches along with their rails and roof structure, doors and windows receive the greatest percentage of attention. With this knowledge, this handbook will focus primarily on the restoration of the or “front entrance.” This guide focuses on three architectural styles commonly found in Everett: Colonial Revival, Craftsman, and American Foursquare. Basic information is provided to guide homeowners, designers, builders and developers as they work on historic homes or new developments in Everett’s historic neighborhoods. There is a wealth of information available on each style presented here, and we encourage readers to utilize the Appendix to assist in further research. Whether you are embarking on a complicated restoration project or simply replacing a front porch railing, it is important to maintain the architectural integrity and historical significance of a precious older home … especially your old house. Success and satisfaction with your project will most often be assured when the restoration, addition or repair strategy involves consulting professional resources and guides such as this. Enjoy the journey. ---PAGE BREAK--- ---PAGE BREAK--- Department of Planning & Community Development PART I C O L O N I A L R E V I V A L 1900 thru 1941 Sears, Roebuck and Co. – The “Lexington”, circa 1925 ---PAGE BREAK--- Even today, new homes and subdivisions promote the Colonial Revival style. ---PAGE BREAK--- ---PAGE BREAK--- Sears, Roebuck and Co. One–Story Colonial Revival Kit Home, Circa 1916 ---PAGE BREAK--- ---PAGE BREAK--- ---PAGE BREAK--- ---PAGE BREAK--- ---PAGE BREAK--- ---PAGE BREAK--- ---PAGE BREAK--- ---PAGE BREAK--- ---PAGE BREAK--- ---PAGE BREAK--- ---PAGE BREAK--- Department of Planning & Community Development PART II C R A F T S M A N 1905 thru 1930 Sears, Roebuck and Co. – Craftsman, circa 1913 ---PAGE BREAK--- Unlike many of the styles of the time, the Craftsman style home did not recall a previous historical period or style. ---PAGE BREAK--- ---PAGE BREAK--- Everett Craftsman appropriately restored and preserved. ---PAGE BREAK--- ---PAGE BREAK--- ---PAGE BREAK--- ---PAGE BREAK--- ---PAGE BREAK--- ---PAGE BREAK--- ---PAGE BREAK--- ---PAGE BREAK--- ---PAGE BREAK--- ---PAGE BREAK--- ---PAGE BREAK--- ---PAGE BREAK--- ---PAGE BREAK--- Department of Planning & Community Development PART III A M E R I C A N F O U R S Q U A R E 1895 thru 1930s Sears, Roebuck and Co. – American Foursquare, circa 1916 ---PAGE BREAK--- The compact American Foursquare plan was simple and efficient, creating a two to two-and-a-half story home resembling a cube that took advantage of small building lots sprouting up in the expanding urban landscape. ---PAGE BREAK--- ---PAGE BREAK--- American Foursquare showing solid rail, entry door with sidelights and stylistic square windows each side of door. ---PAGE BREAK--- ---PAGE BREAK--- ---PAGE BREAK--- ---PAGE BREAK--- ---PAGE BREAK--- ---PAGE BREAK--- ---PAGE BREAK--- ---PAGE BREAK--- ---PAGE BREAK--- ---PAGE BREAK--- ---PAGE BREAK--- Department of Planning & Community Development A P P E N D I X ---PAGE BREAK--- 44 Public Resources Department of Archaeology and Historic Preservation http://www.dahp.wa.gov/ City of Everett Historical Commission http://www.everettwa.org/ Everett Public Library Northwest History Room [PHONE REDACTED] http://www.epls.org/ City of Everett City Planning and Community Development Department Historic Preservation [PHONE REDACTED] http://www.everettwa.org Snohomish County Assessor http://www1.co.snohomish.wa.us/Departments/Assessor/ [PHONE REDACTED] City of Everett Building Department [PHONE REDACTED] http://www.ci.everett.ma.us/ City of Everett Utility Department Many records of pre - 1908 were destroyed by fire. Records of water hook-up and supply may list early homeowners and approximate date of construction. Manufacturers and Suppliers Door and Window Suppliers, Pacific Northwest Directory http://www.nwbuildnet.com/nwbn/suppliers/doorwin.html#wa The Old House Web Guide to Suppliers http://www.oldhouseweb.com/links/pages/ Period Home: The Professional’s Resource for Residential Architecture – Links to Suppliers http://www.period-homes.com/f111.htm Producers of Millwork – Directory for Idaho, Washington, and Montana http://www.mmis.umt.edu/WA/ProductFacil.asp?productname=Millwork Arvid’s Woods – Architectural & Hisotric Mouldings and Millwork http://www.arvidswoods.com/index.html Millwork Supply Company http://www.millworksupply.com/ O. B. Williams Company Custom Woodwork http://obwilliams.com/ Dunbar Doors and Millwork http://www.dunbardoors.com/ Loewen Wood Windows and Doors for the Luxury Home http://www.loewen.com/home.nsf/index Quantum Windows and Doors http://www.quantumwindows.com/index_b.htm Marvin Windows and Doors http://www.marvin.com/ CraftsmanDoors.com ---PAGE BREAK--- http://www.craftsmandoors.com/ Plastpro Doors http://www.plastproinc.com/ Reproduction Doors http://www.architecturalantiques.com/reproductionDOORS.htm Perma Porch Products http://www.hbgcolumns.com/index.html Craftsman Home Connection http://www.crafthome.com/products.htm Restoration References National Park Service, Department of the Interior http://www.cr.nps.gov/hps/tps/standards_guidelines.htm The Complete Guide to Residential Remodeling. REED Finding and Fixing the Older Home, Joseph Schram. This Old House Journal, various years Renovating Old Houses, George Nash Rehab Right, Prentice. National Trust for Historic Preservation http://www.nationaltrust.org/ Historical Style References American Architecture since 1780: A Guide to Styles, Marcus Whiffen The American Bungalow, 1880 to 1920s, Clay Lancaster American Shelter – An Illustrated of the American Home, Lester Walker, Charles Moore A Pattern Language, Christopher Alexander Craftsman Homes: Architecture and Furnishings of the American Arts and Crafts Movement, Gustov Stickley A Guide to Architecture in Washington State, Sally Woodbridge A Field Guide to American Houses, Virginia & Lee McAlester The Visual Dictionary of American Domestic Architecture, Rachel Carley ---PAGE BREAK--- 46 Bibliography Bookwalter, Jack. “The Four-Square House in Portland.” Northwest Renovation: A Home Improvement Magazine. 2003. June 26, 2006 http://www.nwrenovation.com/. Fine Homebuilding: Great Houses. Craftsman-Style Houses. Newtown, CT: The Taunton Press, 1991. Kitchen, Judith L. Respectful Rehabilitation: Caring for Your Old House: A Guide for Owners and Residents. Washington, D.C.: The Preservation Press, 1991. Kreisman, Lawrence. Made to Last: Historic Preservation in Seattle and King County. Seattle, Wa: Historic Seattle Preservation Foundation in association with the University of Washington Press, 1999. MAKERS Architects and Urban Designers. Hands On! The Rehabilitation Handbook for Everett’s Historic Homes. Everett, WA: MAKERS Architects and Urban Designers, 1992. MAKERS Architects and Urban Designers. Neighborhood Conservation Guidelines and Historic Overlay Zone Standards. Everett, WA: MAKERS Architects and Urban Designers, 2001. Makinson, Randell L. Green and Green: Architecture as Fine Art. Salt Lake City and Santa Barbara: Pergrine Smith, Inc., 1977. National Park Service: Technical Preservation Services. The Secretary of the Interior’s Standards. April 26, 2006 http://www.cr.nps.gov/. National Trust For Historic Preservation. Rehabilitating a Historic Home. April 26, 2006 http://www.nationaltrust.org/historic_homeowner/rehabilitating/index.html. Northwest Crossing. Home Page. 2006 West Bend Property Co. LLC. June 26, 2006 http://www.northwestcrossing.com/. Swope, Caroline T. Classic Houses of Seattle: High Style to Vernacular, 1870-1950. Portland, Or: Timber Press, 2005. Wilson, Richard Guy. The Colonial Revival House. New York, NY: Harry N. Abrams, Incorporated, 2004. Winter, Robert and Alexander Vertikoff. Craftsman Style. New York, NY: Harry N. Abrams, Incorporated, 2004. ---PAGE BREAK---