02373cam a22003253u 4500 26354 UtSlPG 20260610133613.0 m cr n 260607r2008||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 NA Woodward, George E. (George Evertson), 1829-1905 Woodward's Country Homes Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2008 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2008-08-18 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.) "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.) Original publication data not identified Country homes Architecture, Domestic -- Designs and plans Woodward, F. W. (Francis W.) https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/26354 67298 67298