Written in 1871 by architect Daniel T. Atwood, Country Houses reflects the attention to detail and pride in construction of an era when homes were built with love and made to last. Here are dozens of designs selected by the author for their practicality, comfort, and economy --- each embracing a different style and purpose, including a small villa of brownstone, a seaside cottage, a country church, an Italian villa, a workingman's cottage and even a bowling alley. Atwood takes special care to explain all fo the general principles of building, including; choosing the site, water supply, foundation, proportion, superstructure walls, the elements of good concrete, timber, how to lay a wall, windows, pipes, painting and more. 3.5x6, 287 pages. To order toll free, call 866.596.9982. We offer free shipping on all orders over $19.94. Orders under $19.95 will have a $2.50 handling fee added. SEE ALL THE OTHER HELPFUL TITLES IN THIS SERIES AT "AMERICAN INGENUITY" FROM THE SIDE INDEX ON THIS SITE.
