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Gustav Stickley

First, there is the bare beauty of the logs themselves with their long lines and firm curves. Then there is the open charm felt of the structural features which are not hidden under plaster and ornament, but are clearly revealed, a charm felt in Japanese

Gustav Stickley

Beauty

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Gustav Stickley appreciates the natural and simple elegance of logs, highlighting their smooth shapes and strong lines. He also values how the building’s framework is openly shown rather than covered up, which creates a straightforward and honest appeal similar to Japanese design.

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