Judged by the standards of modern planning and building economy, the Lansdowne can be considered an excellent investment in home ownership.

Enough variation from rigorous symmetry in the design of the front elevation will be noticed and appreciated by home-lovers everywhere.

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source 1955 Standard Homes Washington D.C.

 

Humanity’s earnest call is for kindness and good cheer. Those best fitted to do their bit toward human betterment are those who practice in their homes the principles which they endeavor to demonstrate abroad. Living up to one’s moral standards is not a great task if the surroundings are satisfying and the arrangement of the home is as ideal as The Radcliffe.

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source 1955 Standard Homes Washington D.C.

 

Here are shown two variations of one basic plan that features a kitchen breakfast-nook as well as a large living-porch with dining area for more formal entertaining. The practical U-shaped kitchen with the convenient storage and laundry space is readily accessible to the car porte. These are but two of the many desirable features of this well-designed 2-bedroom home.

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source 1949 APS Homes Florida

Gemini AI Rendering

 

This is a low-cost home filled with convenience and packed with charm. The living room, dining and porch areas merge for good traffic circulation. With both cross and through ventilation, this home captures every available breeze. The large screened all-purpose car porte may be economically added when desired.

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source 1949 APS Homes Florida

Gemini AI Rendering

 

Here is another plan that lends itself to varied exterior designs. This home features a wonderful living room-porch combination. The all-purpose car porte can be added when needed.

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source 1949 APS Homes Florida

Gemini AI Rendering

 

This is basically a 3-bedroom home that is light as well as airy. U-shaped kitchen, and plenty of closet space throughout the house are two of its many convenience features. The plan is illustrated in two different exterior designs, showing how easily and economically a fully screened porch and all-purpose car porte may be added when needed.