WE DOFF our hat twice to this modern house! First, because we like bright, original ideas and we find here a design that is definitely news. A deep feeling of respect, respect for the large measure of good common sense under its flat tar and gravel roof, moves us to take our hat off once again. For few houses are beset with as many restrictions and regulations at their beginning. Just look at this lot! It's long and narrow, and what's more, is on a corner! Then, again, consider the parade of stately elms diagonally across its middle. Add to these obstacles, the regular property setback laws affecting all suburban property and you see what we mean. Let's now study the solution. A long, narrow house fits the long, narrow lot to a T. The elms continue their march uninterrupted because the floor plan staggered a bit to let them pass. This resulted in two protected outdoor terraces or just two more than the average house can boast. In spite of the lot's exposures, there is privacy in all important rooms. In- door and outdoor living are happily combined by means of floor-to-ceiling steel sash. Redwood and native stone form most of the outside walls, while duali plywood and plaster have been used indoors.
Because of heavy rain- falls and spongy soil, a basement was omitted and the heater room placed between sleeping quarters and living room. Thus centrally located, few long ducts. are necessary despite the rambling plan to which this house is built. Such traditional materials as novelty siding and native stone have been successfully blended into this particularly pleasing modern exterior.
Let's now enter the house itself and study the well thought-out plan. The small entry is provided with a coat closet and is strategically placed to divide living quarters and sleeping rooms. This is a convenience and guarantees privacy to both portions of the house. While the dining room is a separate unit, there's a feeling of oneness with the ample, well-lighted living room. Note also the ideal location for the fireplace away from traffic to and from the dining room and kitchen, thereby making possible good furniture arrangement possibilities. The Pullman-type kitchen is amply provided with cabinets and working areas. Service between kitchen and dining room is through a breakfast alcove that well might double as a service pantry. Maid's room and bath complete this part of the plan. A series of three bedrooms with two connecting baths are in the other direction from the entry. An attractive, well-lighted corridor connects the three bedrooms.
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