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Modernization of the Ranch House Plan

MODERNIZATION OF THE Ranch House Plan Dubbed the "House of the Future," the Mid-Century Modern home has seen a resurgence in popularity for its clean, elegant lines and integration of outdoor elements. Here's how this futuristic style developed from the early ranch house plan: CALIFORNIA RANCH HOME 1932 Architect Cliff May is credited with building the first ranch-style house in San Diego, CA. The ranch-style home was heavily influenced by Spanish colonial architecture. The simplicity and practicality of the Spanish style, when fused with modern architectural elements, led to the design of the home plan appealed to post-World War II homeowners ranch. This and became integral to the explosion of the American suburbs. San Diego What Makes a California Ranch? Single story Low- pitched roofline Asymmetrical rectangular, L-shaped or U-shaped design 1,000 sq. ft. Open Bedrooms separate from living floor plan or less was the typical size of a ranch areas Large windows and skylights Native home in the late 1940s. materials MODERN WEST HOUSE PLAN 1949 Unsatisfied with building conventionally designed tract homes, builder Joseph Eichler crafted the "California JOSEPH EICHLER San Joseph Eichler builds the first 11,000+ California Francisco prototypes of his signature modern homes. homes built between 1950 & 1974 modern" home and took the ranch style to a whole new level with a focus on clean geometry and indoor-outdoor living. In Oregon, modern home designer Robert Rummer's futuristic home WIKIMEDIA COMMONS ROBERT RUMMER 750+ designs – which retain their contemporary flavor even half a century later – were heavily influenced by Eichler. Oregon homes built between 1960 &1975 Newberg 1960 Robert Rummer builds his first development of modern homes in Newberg, OR. What Makes a Modern West? Central atrium Vaulted ceilings Flat or low-sloping A-framed roof Exposed posts and beams Walls of glass Minimalist design 21ST CENTURY MODERN 1997 Eric Schnell, Director of Design for Alan Mascord Design Portland Portland designer Associates Inc., sees influences from Eichler and Rummer reflected in his 21st Century Modern designs, which have risen to national prominence and appeared in publications such as American Bungalow, Better Homes & Gardens, Eric Schnell develops his own twist on modern home design. Beautiful Homes and American Dream Homes. 12 What Makes a 21st Century Modern? Number of weeks Schnell typically spends on a custom design. Flat or low-sloping shed roof Walls of glass 10 Open floor plan with spacious and corner windows Number of homes Schnell has designed for the rooms Street of Dreams in Portland, OR, as of 2012. 22 Functional layout with flexible Number of awards those homes have won, including Best of Show. Large functional overhangs Sustainable materials spaces SOURCES: The Washington Post; Slate; Eichler Network; Wikipedia; San Francisco Chronicle; Northwest Renovation; Alan Mascord Design Associates Inc.; Home Builders Association of Metro Portland HHouseplans.c0 © Alan Mascord Design Associates http://houseplans.co MODERNIZATION OF THE Ranch House Plan Dubbed the "House of the Future," the Mid-Century Modern home has seen a resurgence in popularity for its clean, elegant lines and integration of outdoor elements. Here's how this futuristic style developed from the early ranch house plan: CALIFORNIA RANCH HOME 1932 Architect Cliff May is credited with building the first ranch-style house in San Diego, CA. The ranch-style home was heavily influenced by Spanish colonial architecture. The simplicity and practicality of the Spanish style, when fused with modern architectural elements, led to the design of the home plan appealed to post-World War II homeowners ranch. This and became integral to the explosion of the American suburbs. San Diego What Makes a California Ranch? Single story Low- pitched roofline Asymmetrical rectangular, L-shaped or U-shaped design 1,000 sq. ft. Open Bedrooms separate from living floor plan or less was the typical size of a ranch areas Large windows and skylights Native home in the late 1940s. materials MODERN WEST HOUSE PLAN 1949 Unsatisfied with building conventionally designed tract homes, builder Joseph Eichler crafted the "California JOSEPH EICHLER San Joseph Eichler builds the first 11,000+ California Francisco prototypes of his signature modern homes. homes built between 1950 & 1974 modern" home and took the ranch style to a whole new level with a focus on clean geometry and indoor-outdoor living. In Oregon, modern home designer Robert Rummer's futuristic home WIKIMEDIA COMMONS ROBERT RUMMER 750+ designs – which retain their contemporary flavor even half a century later – were heavily influenced by Eichler. Oregon homes built between 1960 &1975 Newberg 1960 Robert Rummer builds his first development of modern homes in Newberg, OR. What Makes a Modern West? Central atrium Vaulted ceilings Flat or low-sloping A-framed roof Exposed posts and beams Walls of glass Minimalist design 21ST CENTURY MODERN 1997 Eric Schnell, Director of Design for Alan Mascord Design Portland Portland designer Associates Inc., sees influences from Eichler and Rummer reflected in his 21st Century Modern designs, which have risen to national prominence and appeared in publications such as American Bungalow, Better Homes & Gardens, Eric Schnell develops his own twist on modern home design. Beautiful Homes and American Dream Homes. 12 What Makes a 21st Century Modern? Number of weeks Schnell typically spends on a custom design. Flat or low-sloping shed roof Walls of glass 10 Open floor plan with spacious and corner windows Number of homes Schnell has designed for the rooms Street of Dreams in Portland, OR, as of 2012. 22 Functional layout with flexible Number of awards those homes have won, including Best of Show. Large functional overhangs Sustainable materials spaces SOURCES: The Washington Post; Slate; Eichler Network; Wikipedia; San Francisco Chronicle; Northwest Renovation; Alan Mascord Design Associates Inc.; Home Builders Association of Metro Portland HHouseplans.c0 © Alan Mascord Design Associates http://houseplans.co

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Dubbed the “House of the Future,” the Mid-Century Modern home has seen a resurgence in popularity as homeowners increasingly appreciate its clean, elegant lines and integration of outdoor elements...

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