Browse craftsman style houses for sale in Bay Area, CA. Craftsman style houses were born in the 1800s and 1900s thanks to Britain's industrial revolution and the subsequent Arts and Crafts Movement which rejected mass-production in favor of handcrafted works of art. There is something so comfortable, cozy, and truly American about a craftsman style house - from inviting porches, triangular roofs, overhanging eaves, muted tones, and (often) exposed beams are characteristic of this home style. This style of home architecture is found in many parts of the country and emphasizes functionality, simplicity, and modesty.