Woodward's Country Homes

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Woodward, George E. (George Evertson), 1829-1905.

Contributor:

Woodward, F. W. (Francis W.)

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Woodward's Country Homes" by George E. Woodward and F. W. Woodward is a practical guide on domestic architecture written in the mid-19th century. The book offers a collection of architectural designs and plans, tailored for individuals looking to build or improve their country homes, ranging from simple farm cottages to more elaborate villas. It reflects a growing trend of rural improvement and the desire for aesthetically pleasing yet practical living spaces in the countryside. The opening of the book introduces the authors' intentions to address the diverse needs of those seeking to establish country residences. They discuss the changing dynamics of society, highlighting the shift of city dwellers toward rural living and the demand for better architectural designs to meet their desires. The authors emphasize the importance of adapting homes to their landscapes, materials, and the lifestyle of their occupants, promoting a harmony between the built environment and nature. A detailed discussion on selecting appropriate sites, materials, and the overall design strategy sets the stage for the subsequent architectural plans outlined in the book. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Juliet Sutherland, Emmy and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)

Notes:

Reading ease score: 52.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Release date is 2008-08-18