Spanning 1,842 sq. ft., featuring a brick façade, sweeping horizontal rooflines, and decorative porch railings. The layout features a central foyer designed so that traffic naturally flows toward the living quarters, kitchen, or family area without disrupting the formal living room. Plan 1 (With Basement): Includes direct cellar access off the main hallway and dedicated dining space. Plan 2 (Without Basement): Converts space for an efficient main-floor laundry and utility hall.

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

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A striking Dutch Colonial with a sloping gambrel roofline, charming dormer windows, decorative shutters, and a cozy side-loading attached two-car garage. Spanning over 2,000 square feet (~1,023 sq. ft. on the first floor and ~1,019 sq. ft. on the second floor), the interior was engineered for functional family life. A spacious formal living room features a broad front window, welcoming guests directly off the central entry hall and powder room. Towards the rear, the home embraces open-plan informal living— kitchen connects directly to a dedicated dining alcove and a cozy family room. The family room serves as the heart of the home, featuring natural exposed ceiling beams, a focal-point fireplace, and sliding glass doors opening directly onto a rear patio/outdoor living terrace. Upstairs, the floor plan accommodates four well-proportioned bedrooms. The principal master suite is equipped with its own dedicated bath, walk-in closet, and custom vanity area. Three additional bedrooms share a secondary hall bathroom, complete with ample linen storage.

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

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Design CG113 offered future homeowners flexibility through adaptable layouts, with square footage ranging from 1,239 sq. ft. (3-bedroom plan) up to 1,372 sq. ft. (4-bedroom plan). The floor plan thoughtfully divides communal and private spaces. The bedrooms and baths occupy one side of the house, while the active family spaces—living room, dining area, and kitchen—occupy the other. Ample closet space throughout the home, along with an extra master bath, was designed to make everyday family life run smoothly. The kitchen features expansive counter space, a double-bowl sink, and an integrated informal dining area.

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

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Design CG123 stands out as a quintessentially charming Garrison Colonial. Characterized by its signature second-story overhang, symmetrical fenestration, shuttered multi-pane windows, and broad brick chimney, the home exudes stability and warmth. The ground floor features twin bay windows flanking a decorative central doorway, giving the facade a graceful, welcoming presence. Spanning 1,802 total square feet—884 square feet on the first floor and 918 square feet on the upper level—the layout was crafted specifically with modern, expanding families in mind.

Passing through the front entry vestibule, you are greeted by a classic center hall layout containing the main staircase. To the right lies an expansive, full-depth Living Room, complete with a cozy wood-burning fireplace—the focal point for family gatherings and weekend relaxation.  A dedicated Family or Dining Room occupies the front corner, seamlessly connecting to a spacious rear Kitchen  with an adjacent informal dinette area. The center hall discreetly houses a main-floor lavatory, storage closets, and a convenient clothes chute—a beloved mid-century modern amenity that sent laundry straight to the basement.

Ascending the stairs leads to an efficient second story featuring four full bedrooms. Positioned centrally, the upper bath features a vanity sink setup and access to the upper level of the clothes chute, eliminating the chore of lugging heavy laundry hampers down the stairs.

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

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Features a mansard-style second-story roof with shingle siding, decorative wrought-iron railings on upper windows, and a low-slung, flat-roof attached double garage. Dedicated service areas including a mud room, laundry room, and a convenient half-bath/lavatory near the rear entrance. Moving away from isolated kitchens, the ground floor centered daily life around an open-flow kitchen and family room, complete with an optional sliding door to the backyard—perfect for outdoor entertaining. 

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

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The layout was designed to suit different regional construction styles and climate demands. Buyers could select between Plan 1 (with basement) offering 1,564 sq. ft. of living area, or Plan 2 (without basement) offering 1,513 sq. ft.. eatures a classic low-slung profile with horizontal siding, partial stone/brick masonry accents, expansive picture windows, and an integrated central chimney. Design CG121 highlights a modern "step-saving work triangle," fully equipped with contemporary built-in oven and range units. Positioned strategically between the formal dining room and family room, the kitchen served as the command center for effortless entertaining and everyday family meals.

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

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