Sharing the Mission Revival's concern for the California environment, the Bungalow style emphasized the natural rather than historic aspects. Both stressed a return to simple handcrafted workmanship, and the Bungalow style also stressed the integrity and beauty of materials in their native state.

Characterized by a rustic exterior and sheltered-feeling interiors, bungalows were most successful in the growing suburbs of Southern California. Bungalows are often stained rather than painted, covered with clapboards or shingles, and have broad spreading eaves supported by multiple gables with projecting beams. Windows may be small-paned or are often divided into a large lower pane and small upper panes. Also characteristic of this style are spacious front porches supported by squat posts atop chunky river boulder and brick piers.

The residence at 1107 Mission Street (The W. Holmes House) is an example of the Bungalow style.

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