Ranch style homes became popular in western half of the United States during the 1920’s. These homes became flourished during 1940-1970 due to the post war economic expansion. Ranch style homes often expand outward instead of upward and their designs may be rectangular, L shaped or U shaped depending on the floor plan.
Ranch Home Characteristics:
Ranch style homes are known for their one story, close to the ground layout with little ornamentation on the interior or exterior. Though usually one level, they may have a finished basement; they are also wider than they are deep. Their simplistic floor plans are often divided into different wings; i.e. sleeping and living wings. Ultimately, Ranch style homes incorporated modern ideas with the American western era so create a casual and informal homestead at an affordable price.
Ranch Style Homes in RI: