| Many people ask "what is an American foursquare"? | | | | the glorious sunsets from a rocking chair or swinging |
| This type of home is known by a variety of terms | | | | loveseat and often lead into a spacious entry foyer |
| including Prairie Box, box house, a cube, a double | | | | with wide staircases. |
| cube, a square type American, or a basic American | | | | American foursquare houses in the north east |
| house. It first appeared on the housing scene around | | | | generally feature original wood pocket doors, |
| 1890 as an economical alternative to the fussy, | | | | complementary crown moulding and oak inlaid douglas |
| over-ornamentation of the various high Victorian | | | | fir hardwood floors. With modern versions hosting a |
| styles, and remained popular well into the 1930s. | | | | revamped basement and attic, its a roomy sort of |
| Many American foursquares are still around today, | | | | house that soaks up a lot of sunlight and stays bright |
| often well restored and renovated. | | | | on a summer day. |
| Meticulously restored, the American Foursquare can | | | | Many foursquares are trimmed with tiled roofs, |
| be located in urban areas or in the country side, | | | | cornice-line brackets, or other details drawn from |
| often occupying several acres of land with it, and | | | | Craftsman, Italian Renaissance, or Mission |
| provide a building with original details and tasteful | | | | architecture. These same homes are commonly |
| additions with attention to detail, quality, and comfort. | | | | renovated and restored to their original beauty in this |
| Known for its spacious feel, most foursquares have | | | | day and age, and can be a sound investment for |
| ceilings of 9 feet or higher. | | | | those looking to purchase a new home. |
| Traditional porch feel gives the best seat for viewing | | | | |