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Design CG106 stands out as a masterclass in functionalism. By grouping all three bedrooms off a single quiet hallway away from the living areas, kids could sleep peacefully while parents entertained guests in the living room. The expansive multi-pane front windows brought natural daylight flooding into the living space. Modern conveniences—like an attached garage with direct interior access, ample closet storage (C), and dual floorplan options for basement lovers or slab-on-grade builders—made this home blueprint an instant favorite for growing families.

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source 1955 Homes Beautiful | L. B. Wright, Inc, Ohio

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Design CH100 epitomizes the quintessential "L"-shaped ranch house designed to maximize low-profile horizontal lines and efficient spatial layout. Features traditional shuttered windows, a prominent brick facade, decorative window boxes, and an attached spacious garage that seamlessly integrates into the main roofline.A welcoming, central vestibule prevents visitors from stepping directly into high-traffic living areas, maintaining household privacy. he layout smartly separates formal and informal entertaining. A spacious Living Room sits alongside an expansive Family Room, catering both to quiet adult entertaining and relaxed family gatherings. Glass doors in both the living and family rooms open directly onto a large covered porch and garden terrace, embodying the classic mid-century ideal of indoor-outdoor living. Designed with modern efficiency in mind, the compact "U-shaped" kitchen layout keeps cook space organized while remaining directly adjacent to the designated eating/dining area. Three dedicated bedrooms are clustered privately along the left wing of the house, serviced by two full bathrooms.

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source 1955 Homes Beautiful | L. B. Wright, Inc, Ohio

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An elegant foyer featuring a dramatic curved staircase creates a sense of arrival right at the front door. Built to handle "the most prodigious entertaining," the ground floor seamlessly connects a spacious living room, a formal dining room, a central kitchen, and a family room equipped with an indoor barbecue setup. The second floor offered buyers versatile choices, featuring options for either four or five bedrooms along with a master dressing room suite. Includes a main-floor den, a dedicated study/hobby room, an attached two-car garage, and a second-floor laundry setup.

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source 1955 Homes Beautiful | L. B. Wright, Inc, Ohio

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Staggered, sleek, and bathed in two-tone board-and-batten siding with decorative diamond-pane windows, this split-level masterpiece represents the ideal modern home for a growing family.

Stepping inside through the formal front porch, you are greeted by what the builders touted as an "exotic vestibule." Designed to separate the chilly outdoors from the warm interior, it leads effortlessly into a expansive "L"-shaped living and dining area spanning over 18 feet. Light pours in through large multi-pane windows, highlighting mid-century furnishings, warm hardwood floors, and open views into the kitchen.

Speaking of the kitchen—it was built for modern convenience. With a double-bowl sink, generous counter space for baking, and an integrated dining nook for quick weekday breakfasts, it balances functional efficiency with suburban charm. A short flight of stairs leads to the upper level, dedicated entirely to rest and relaxation with 4 bedrooms. The upper level centers around a vanity bath, while the master suite gains extra flair with a dedicated dressing closet.

Designed for recreation, work, and convenience, the lower level hosts a sprawling 16'-8" x 16'-6" family room that opens directly onto a private backyard patio. Tucked neatly off the two-car garage is a dedicated shop area.

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source 1955 Homes Beautiful | L. B. Wright, Inc, Ohio

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The exterior showcases a grand French Mansard style home, characterized by its distinctive dual-pitched roof, charming dormer windows, and handsome brick facade on the lower floor. Symmetrical dormers punctuate the upper mansard level, flooding the second-story rooms with natural light through multi-pane windows.

The main floor plan balances formal entertainment areas with relaxed, everyday living spaces centered around an intuitive circulation spine.

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source 1955 Homes Beautiful | L. B. Wright, Inc, Ohio

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Long, horizontal rooflines with generous overhangs that ground the structure into its landscape. A harmonious blend of stone or brick veneer, vertical wood siding, and integrated exterior planter boxes beneath the front windows. A dramatic front picture window flooding the living room with natural light, paired with modern multi-lite windows across the facade. A spacious garage seamlessly incorporated into the home's primary massing, featuring flexible front or side entry options.