A Restored Arts and Crafts Treasure Asks $1.4M in New Jersey

Built in 1911, the Gustav Stickley–designed Craftsman bungalow still has its original fieldstone fireplace and distinctive joinery.

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This recently listed home in New Jersey is a well-preserved example of American Arts and Crafts architecture. Completed between 1909–11, the residence was designed by Gustav Stickley, an influential furniture maker and early Arts and Crafts advocate as the publisher of The Craftsman magazine. The property embodies Stickley's philosophy, with rooms finished in American chestnut and other handcrafted features, such as a fieldstone fireplace and hearth made of original ceramic tiles.

This early 1900s bungalow is one of two homes designed and built by Gustav Stickley in Maplewood, New Jersey, which is within commuting distance to New York City.

Many of the home's characteristic Arts and Crafts features are immediately visible once inside the window-lined entry hall. A built-in bench runs along one side of the space, while a coat cabinet along the opposite wall and original light fixtures complete the look.

The home's former owner, renowned lighting designer Paul Marantz, led restoration efforts that added custom light fixtures to blend with original sconces and pendants by Stickley. Other modernizations included the addition of a period-style kitchen and updated bathrooms—one of which features a Japanese soaking tub imported from Tokyo. Throughout the home, beamed ceilings complement a mix of maple and oak wood floors, while numerous windows overlook lush landscaping.

The living area features 12 custom light fixtures designed by Paul Marantz, the home's former owner. Marantz founded the lighting firm Fisher Marantz Stone and is known for his restoration work at Radio City Music Hall, Carnegie Hall, and other historic venues. — The living area features 12 custom light fixtures designed by Paul Marantz, the home's former owner. Marantz founded the lighting firm Fisher Marantz Stone and is known for his restoration work at Radio City Music Hall, Carnegie Hall, and other historic venues.

The original fieldstone fireplace takes center stage in the living area. Lining the fireplace hearth are original tiles from The Grueby Faience Company, an American ceramics company whose products were popular during the Arts and Crafts movement. The owner reports the tiles are also the same kind as those featured in the Stickley Museum. — The original fieldstone fireplace takes center stage in the living area. Lining the fireplace hearth are original tiles from The Grueby Faience Company, an American ceramics company whose products were popular during the Arts and Crafts movement. The owner reports the tiles are also the same kind as those featured in the Stickley Museum.

A formal dining area is located at one end of the living room. Original American chestnut panels line the walls and are pieced together using dovetail joints rather than nails.

A smaller sitting area is also located along one side of the living room. Two broad picture windows frame views of the surrounding trees.

Newer built-ins at the opposite end of the room were crafted to complement those throughout the rest of the home.

Sited on a .66-acre lot, the home offers up to five bedrooms, along with three full bathrooms. Outside, a fieldstone path connects several patios and is surrounded by several Tulip-Poplar trees, evergreens, and myriad other plantings. The home's location in the popular town of Maplewood also provides several options for commuting into Manhattan, as well as easy access to the nearby South Mountain nature preserve. Keep scrolling to see more of the property, currently listed for $1,399,000.