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Porches front and back add to the charm of this traditional Four Square house plan. Step inside and enjoy the front-to-back views and a sense of openness.
Here are some of the advertisements, illustrations, and floor plans for what became know as Foursquare-style homes, sold as mail-order kits from Sears, Aladdin, and other catalog companies. Sears 'Modern Homes' Catalog, No. 52
This 2-story, 3-bedroom home has the classic facade of a Foursquare and traits of Prairie, Arts & Crafts, and Craftsman styles. it features a central dormer, full-width porch supported by matching square columns, large windows, and hip roof, but it is decidedly rectangular (Plan #115-1439).
This 4-bed house plan has a welcoming 8'-deep front porch, a screen porch in back and a third porch off the master bedroom upstairs. With the exception of the private office, the entire main floor is open.
Wrap-around porches grace the front and back of this classic four square country house plan. A bright and airy study lies off the foyer with the main living area further back. While open to the huge family room, the formal dining room is set far enough away to keep any kitchen noise at bay.
The American Foursquare house, also known as the Prairie Box or Square Box, is an architectural style that gained popularity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. These homes were designed to be practical, functional, and affordable for middle-class families.
Step into the world of modern American Foursquare house plans, where timeless design meets contemporary style. These homes are a testament to architectural heritage, blending classic elements with modern sensibilities to create captivating living spaces.
Ever wonder if your old house was a mail order home? Check out this compilation of American Foursquare kit house plans sold by Sears.
A compilation of mail order catalog house plans for American Foursquare kit houses sold by Gordon-Van Tine, a competitor to Sears kit homes.
The American Foursquare is almost exclusively a 2 1/2 story house built in a perfect square shape. The roof is either a hipped or pyramidical shape with very rare exceptions. A central dormer that matches the roofline is another tell tale sign that you’re looking at an American Foursquare.