9781333674830 - Home Builder's Plan Book: A Collection of Architectural Designs for Small Houses Submitted in Competition by Architects and Architectural Draftsmen in ... New York ... (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book presents a fascinating collection of prize-winning house designs from an architectural competition held in the early 1920s. It offers prospective home builders a glimpse into the architectural trends of the era, showcasing a range of styles from colonial to bungalow to Italianate, all designed for economical and practical living. The bookââ â¢s focus on modest homes, a reflection of the burgeoning middle class and the "Own Your Home" movement, highlights a desire for attractive and affordable housing. Beyond blueprints, the book provides valuable insights into building costs, material considerations, and the evolving role of the architect in the home construction process. The author's passionate defense of the artistic value of home design and his plea for careful craftsmanship in creating a ââ Å"permanent investmentââ  in one's home resonate strongly with the enduring ideals of homeownership. This book, a product of its time, offers timeless wisdom on the pursuit of the American dream. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.