A PLEASANT trend in modern home planning is the inclusion of a family living room even in homes of modest size. This casual, comfortable spot — usually a combination living room, dining room, library, den and television room — is the hub of the family’s daily activities. And it’s a boon to party-givers with children, for here the youngsters can play or do their homework, while the adults in the living room proper enjoy music, conversation or a game of cards.
The family room in the house shown here overlooks the garden. To make the most of the view, the entire back wall is of glass. A sliding glass door opens onto a covered porch that is wonderful for outdoor living and dining in the summertime and affords a protected place for the children to play in winter. Both the family room and the living room have a handsome fireplace flanked by bookshelves.
The step-saving U-shaped kitchen is at the front of the house. It has a large closet or pantry, space for a central heating unit, and a dining area at one end. Adjoining the kitchen there is a lavatory and a place for laundry equipment.
The bedroom wing, separated from the living area by closets, is quiet and private. Each bedroom is light and well ventilated. The bathroom has a linen closet and a built-in lavatory-dressing table.
To help in driveway and site planning, there are three possible locations for the garage doors.
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source: The Progressive Farmer – Distinctive Southern Homes | 1950
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