ISBN: 9781458947635

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This historic book may have numerous typos, missing text or index. Purchasers can download a free scanned copy of the original book (without typos) from the publisher. 1856. Not illustrated. Excerpt: ... CHAPTER XVI. THE IMPROVEMENT OF GROUNDS. )WEVEB great the success of the designer, and the care which is bestowed on the house, it will fall jPS short of its proper and complete effect, if it be manifest that no attention has been paid to the grounds on which it stands. To this matter, accordingly, we devote a few remarks. The same obligation to regard truth and consistency,--the same duty of conforming to the circumstances of place and people, which we have urged in the formation of the house design, should also direct the arraDgement and improvement of the grounds. But the diversities of soil and surface, of climate and exposure, are so numerous and great, that no one plan of improvement can be applicable to very many cases. Still, there are some principles and facts which are common to all; and to these we ask attention. Grading.--All changes that are to be made in the surface of the house-plot should be determined before the foundation is laid, though the work cannot be completely finished until after the house is done, and all rubbish is removed. The position of the dwellings should be so adapted to the form of the ground as to permit, at all seasons, easy access from the street, and ready communication between different parts of the lots. The earth should slightly descend every way from the house, to lead off the water, and for its better appearance. But beware of making the slope too great. In this particular many err. Various considerations, and, paramount among thenij a regard for health, demand that early and judicious attention be given to the matter of drainage. All foul and waste water of the house should be carefully conveyed away. No water should be allowed to flow towards wells, yards, or buildings, nor to stagnate in pools, nor to run throug... Henry William Cleaveland, Books, History, Village And Farm Cottages; The Requirements Of American Village Homes Considered And Suggested With Designs For Such Houses Of Mod Books>History This is an OCR edition without illustrations or index. It may have numerous typos or missing text. However, purchasers can download a free scanned copy of the original rare book from GeneralBooksClub.com. You can also preview excerpts from the book there. Purchasers are also entitled to a free trial membership in the General Books Club where they can select from more than a million books without charge. Original Published by: D. Appleton and Company in 1856 in 273 pages; Subjects: Architecture, Domestic; Cottages; Architecture / General; Architecture / Residential; Architecture / History / General; Architecture / Individual Architect; House & Home / General; House & Home / Design & Construction; House & Home / House Plans;<

ISBN: 9781458947635

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Purchase of this book includes free trial access to www. million-books.com where you can read more than a million books for free. This is an OCR edition with typos. Excerpt from book: CHAPTER V. THE CHOICE OF A LOT. HEN the building of a house 'd' is determined on, the first step to be taken is the selection of a site. This is so important a matter, and has so much to do with success or failure, that it seems entitled to special consideration. The first question for a man in such case to settle, is that of his needs, both present and prospective. This is not always easy. In making up his list of may wants and must wants, the future householder will often be as much puzzled as was little Frank, in Miss Edgeworth's charming story. In the case of every man there will be some peculiarities of disposition or of condition which should be taken into the account. One of the first points to be examined is the relations of the lot to its neighborhood and to other parts of the village. A man doing business in the city, naturally prefers a home near the railroad station or steamer landing. If engaged insome manufactory, store, or workshop, which allows him but scant time for meals, proximity in his home is absolutely necessary. To all such we would say, let this consideration have its due weight and no more. In very many cases, a little shorter or longer walk is of small consequence compared with other things which ought to influence. The house which is to be a dwelling, only, may stand upon some retired and quiet lane. If it is to be also a place of business, it will demand, probably, a conspicuous location on some frequented street. A social family, accustomed to make and receive evening calls, will avoid much disappointment, inconvenience, and grumbling, by fixing their habitation on a street with good walks. Those who prefer solitude and seclusion, and who like to go to bed early, can generally be accommodated on some by-way, whose rugged path will effe Books History~~General Village-and-Farm-Cottages~~Henry-William-Cleaveland General Books LLC This is an OCR edition without illustrations or index. It may have numerous typos or missing text. However, purchasers can download a free scanned copy of the original rare book from GeneralBooksClub.com. You can also preview excerpts from the book there. Purchasers are also entitled to a free trial membership in the General Books Club where they can select from more than a million books without charge. Original Published by: D. Appleton and Company in 1856 in 273 pages; Subjects: Architecture, Domestic; Cottages; Architecture / General; Architecture / Residential; Architecture / History / General; Architecture / Individual Architect; House & Home / General; House & Home / Design & Construction; House & Home / House Plans;<

ISBN: 9781458947635

This historic book may have numerous typos, missing text or index. Purchasers can download a free scanned copy of the original book (without typos) from the publisher. 1856. Not illustrat… Mehr…

This historic book may have numerous typos, missing text or index. Purchasers can download a free scanned copy of the original book (without typos) from the publisher. 1856. Not illustrated. Excerpt: ... CHAPTER XVI. THE IMPROVEMENT OF GROUNDS. )WEVEB great the success of the designer, and the care which is bestowed on the house, it will fall jPS short of its proper and complete effect, if it be manifest that no attention has been paid to the grounds on which it stands. To this matter, accordingly, we devote a few remarks. The same obligation to regard truth and consistency,--the same duty of conforming to the circumstances of place and people, which we have urged in the formation of the house design, should also direct the arraDgement and improvement of the grounds. But the diversities of soil and surface, of climate and exposure, are so numerous and great, that no one plan of improvement can be applicable to very many cases. Still, there are some principles and facts which are common to all; and to these we ask attention. Grading.--All changes that are to be made in the surface of the house-plot should be determined before the foundation is laid, though the work cannot be completely finished until after the house is done, and all rubbish is removed. The position of the dwellings should be so adapted to the form of the ground as to permit, at all seasons, easy access from the street, and ready communication between different parts of the lots. The earth should slightly descend every way from the house, to lead off the water, and for its better appearance. But beware of making the slope too great. In this particular many err. Various considerations, and, paramount among thenij a regard for health, demand that early and judicious attention be given to the matter of drainage. All foul and waste water of the house should be carefully conveyed away. No water should be allowed to flow towards wells, yards, or buildings, nor to stagnate in pools, nor to run throug... Henry William Cleaveland, Books, History, Village And Farm Cottages; The Requirements Of American Village Homes Considered And Suggested With Designs For Such Houses Of Mod Books>History, General Books LLC<