1620-Present
The Cape Cod is one of the earliest homes built by American colonists still popular today. Early versions were very crude with one room on the first floor and a sleeping loft above. Modern versions are larger with a living room, dining room, and kitchen on the first floor; bedrooms and bath in the attic; and chimneys at either end. This latter version became the most popular style of home in the United States between 1920 and 1950.
General description:
- Small, symmetrical house with a central entrance
- Steep, shingled, gable roof with a central chimney
- Living and sleeping quarters on the first floor
- Additional bedrooms and bath may be added to the attic
- Lack of central hallway necessitates walking through one room to access another
Exterior features to consider in kitchen design:
- White clapboard, wood shingles, or brick
- Double-hung windows with shutters
- Simple in design and craftsmanship
- Classic white picket fence
Recommended kitchen design elements:
 | Cabinet Doors
Type: Inset
Style: Recessed panel
Finish: Stain
Wood: Maple or oak
Countertops
Laminate
Soapstone
Flooring
Linoleum
Ceramic
Architectural Details
Simple crown moulding
Dado board
Chair rail |
