The El Paso expresses the "New Look" in currently changing type of American Home Design. Expanded frontage moderately following the ranch house plan, it also achieves distinct individuality. Observation of recently built fine homes will disclose the present popularity of hip roof as illustrated above. Resale value in the home is an important factor and this is insured by good appearance, good plan and highest quality. The exterior walls are shown with Cedar "Shakes," laid at wide exposure for greatest beauty. You may have your choice of several soft, pleasing colors. If you prefer, bevel siding can be furnished in place of the Shakes. We show plan One with garage attached, while plan Five does not have an attached garage.

Rich in provincial charm and quiet sophistication, here is one of our newest additions to the Aladdin family of beautiful homes. The enduring beauty in the graceful lines of this creation will give your home a high quality of distinction. The lasting charm portrayed in the sweeping roof with the plain front gable will provide beauty for a lifetime. Much thought has been taken in planning and executing the newest trends in this design. Study the floor plans and note the many desirable features incorporated into this lovely home. Expanded kitchens, large living rooms, and bedrooms in a separate wing are the most wanted features in any new home. 

This plan for 1955 expresses sincerity of "design for living" and avoids extremist conceits lately seen in ultra modern "shed-roof" creations. The structure of the Del Monte is splendidly proportioned, sound in exterior detail and contrasting surfaces. Wide, strong eaves, lower than usual roof pitch, and distinctive perpendicular redwood wall surfaces are distinguishing characteristics. Note the triple scenic window has center sash that may be opened. The carport, if ordered with the Del Monte, can easily be converted into additional rooms in the future, by enclosing the three walls. Two, three-bedroom plans are shown below. Room arrangements are convenient and efficient. Few living-dining rooms will be found more spacious in almost any home of greater size. The Del Monte plans shown are quoted without carport. 

A continuing study of the changing trends in home architecture has been under way by Aladdin through the past year. It has been an interesting project for our designers. We have watched the changes through the past forty-eight years, ranging from the strict functionalism of this country's first decade-plain square houses in one and two stories with no embellishments-followed by the famed so-called California bungalow with its heavy eaves, roof supporting brackets, windows with small divided lights and shingled walls. A radical change in elevation and detail made its appearance with greater simplicity of elevation and detail in story and a half with unbalanced entrance roofs. The 1930's introduced the tremendous vogue of the Cape Cod. This style swept the country from East to West-a period of some fifteen years or more, when it was relegated "to live in memory we leave behind." Enter the great and really universal approval of the Ranch house -a spontaneous popularity seldom matched.

It has been the habit of the Aladdin Company to provide American home-builders with styles which are currently popular. This we have done in the past, and present. Ranch house architecture is at the height of popular present-day demand, and be assured, will long remain so because it is ideally adapted to the American way of life.

A new trend has recently made its appearance, influencing design features of exterior home elevations. These are expressed in contrasting outside wall materials, more and larger windows, a terrace for outdoor living, lower pitched roofs, wider eaves, and exposed roof rafter ends.

The term most used by its creators to describe the latest trend of home designs is "Contemporary" as opposed to "Conventional."

In presenting Aladdin's version of "Contemporary," we have avoided the extremist school of design with its shed roofs, glass outside walls and inharmonious and incongruous elevations.

The studies and research, culminating in the "Rambler" were not completed in time for inclusion in our 1954 edition of our catalog. 

A home that can be placed either way on your lot. Frontage required can be as narrow as forty feet, or when placed the long way on your site, can still occupy a fifty foot lot. In the Plan 1, note especially the entry which gives access to every room in the house. A convenient coat closet near front door is provided in both floor plans. The large, floor- to-ceiling scenic window can be interchanged with the mullion window in the living room, if you prefer. Here is a compact home designed for the small family but incorporating all of the living qualities of the large family ranch style. 

Here is a contemporary design for the young homemaker. The straight, rectangular shape is designed for economy; the popular low pitched roof and wide eaves add a touch of modern styling. This house is available in two sizes, one a two bedroom and the other a three bedroom, to meet your individual needs and budget. The kitchen in each plan is designed for convenience and efficiency with ample dining space for a young family. Glide windows are furnished to permit maximum versatility in your room arrangement. The decorative planter at the front is built of masonry, to be furnished by owner. It can be omitted or added later, if desired. 

One of our most popular models. Notice the covered entrance and front projection, enhanced by the large scenic window and use of stone. Shakes are furnished where stone is shown on front. A three bedroom and four bedroom plan are available.

1034 sq. ft. of living area plus a full size attached garage- more square feet of living space even on a smaller lot with this house which goes "up" instead of "out." Note the convenient side entry leading to first floor lavatory, basement and garage. A unique second floor feature are the hall shelves which can be decorative as well as useful.

Here is a traditional two-story home with a modern touch-a perfect home for the family who needs five bedrooms. The wide foyer and connecting hall give access to every room in the house from the front entrance. Note the large coat closet and lavatory conveniently located to all rooms. The dining area boasts a glass sliding patio door-a "must" in this age of outdoor living. The master bedroom with private bath has separate "Mr. and Mrs. closets, each equipped with folding doors. An unusual but much coveted feature is the large general-purpose closet. at the end of the hall. The utility or storage back of the garage provides a convenient first- floor laundry-a step- saver for the busy home-maker. 

The exterior of this friendly home combines true Colonial charm with ranch styling. What could be more inviting than an Early American front door flanked by shutters and the large bay window? The Plan 1 offers three large bedrooms and the Plan 2, four bedrooms. Both plans incorporate the popular dining-kitchen combination.

Designed for spacious and comfortable living. The covered porch is not only a mark of beauty but protects the front entrance from the weather. In the three bedroom Plan 1, note the dining area with floor-to-ceiling window and living room in the rear overlooking the garden.

Economical-Compact-Traditional! The Vinewood offers maximum living in a moderate overall size. You have a choice of the two bedroom Plan 1 with the sun room-dining combination, or the three bedroom Plan 2 with adequate dining room. Both plans boast a convenient vestibule with coat closet and large scenic window in the living room. The picture shows the popular shake shingles on the vestibule and siding on the main body of house. This is an attractive, practical plan when building with a limited budget. 

This modern four-bedroom home, designed for compactness combined with efficiency, will delight any growing family. The front and side doors open into entryways giving free access to all rooms. The large living and dining rooms permit gracious living for the whole family while the glass sliding patio doors in the dining room allow easy out-of-door expansion. There is ample space in the dining-kitchen for informal family meals. Note the partially enclosed stair with newel post and baluster up five treads, and 30" wall with capping at head of stair. This partial wall and glide window at stair landing allow free flow of light and air in the spacious hall leading to bedrooms. Glide windows provide maximum usable wall space in the bedrooms. 

Indoor-outdoor living reaches a peak of well-organized efficiency in this ranch plan. The rear door is placed to give direct access to your patio from the living room or family room. Large scenic windows in the family room and living room overlook the patio. The popular family room has become essential in today's mode of living. Its location at the rear affords privacy but is convenient to every part of the home. The kitchen with its front outlook is a refreshing change, and cabinet arrangement is planned for utmost convenience. Plans No. 3 and No. 4 offer the economy of smaller size without the family room. 

A lot of house for the money! A desirable feature of the tri-level-the living and sleeping areas are well separated for quiet and privacy. Plenty of storage is provided for in this model as it has large closets in each room on all levels. The kitchen is efficiently laid out with adequate dining area at one end and convenient lavatory at the other. The long concrete porch at the front adds an air of distinction to this inviting tri-level. 

This home is fascinating in its simplicity, and because of the rectangular design, it is also economical to build. While the large chimney adds charm, its construction is optional. Two floor plans are shown here- one with three bedrooms and one with two bedrooms.