Synopses & Reviews
Originally published in 1878, this now-rare collection of designs by a leading 19th-century architectural firm supplies views of a remarkable variety of modestly priced structures: suburban houses, villas, seaside and campground cottages, and many other buildings. The designs are presented in handsome drawings of perspective views and elevations, some of which include floor plans. Suggestions for interior decor include sideboards, newel posts, and entire suites of furniture. The result is an authentic treasury of Victorian design, sure to intrigue historians of architecture, home restorers, preservationists, and anyone who delights in the felicities of the American Victorian style. Unabridged reprint of the 1878 edition. Index. 98 b/w illustrations.
Synopsis
In this rare collection of designs, a leading 19th-century architectural design company supplied complete plans for a wide range of inexpensive homes and other structures: suburban houses, villas, seaside and campground cottages, homesteads, churches, and public buildings. There are even original designs for mantels and furniture, prepared specially for this work. The architectural designs are presented in beautiful drawings of scaled elevations and floor plans, accompanied by specifications, bills of materials, prices, and other details. The result is an authentic treasury of actual Victorian design, sure to be welcomed by historians of architecture, home restorers, preservationists, and anyone who delights in the felicities of American Victorian.
Synopsis
Originally published in 1878, this now-rare collection of designs supplies views of a remarkable variety of modestly priced structures: houses, villas, cottages, many others. Handsome drawings of perspective views and elevations, some of which include floor plans, plus suggestions for interior design. 98 black-and-white illustrations.