American Vernacular Design, 1870-1940: An Illustrated GlossaryVan Nostrand Reinhold, 1985 - 270 pages |
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Page 80
... referred to those windows that slide up or down by means of pulleys or metal tracks . The most common form of sash is the double - hung , in which both sashes slide . From 1870 to 1930 , the most popular double - hung sash was that ...
... referred to those windows that slide up or down by means of pulleys or metal tracks . The most common form of sash is the double - hung , in which both sashes slide . From 1870 to 1930 , the most popular double - hung sash was that ...
Page 108
... referred to as Cape Cod - the vestibule projects from the facade . In these types a shallow vestibule with its own roof serves as a porch and an air lock for the interior . The entrance porch of some churches and other public buildings ...
... referred to as Cape Cod - the vestibule projects from the facade . In these types a shallow vestibule with its own roof serves as a porch and an air lock for the interior . The entrance porch of some churches and other public buildings ...
Page 192
... referred to as a colonial cottage . Following Massachusetts custom , the early commercial Cape Cod was a compact house clad with shingles , featuring a small portico or pedimented entrance and a large interior central or end - wall ...
... referred to as a colonial cottage . Following Massachusetts custom , the early commercial Cape Cod was a compact house clad with shingles , featuring a small portico or pedimented entrance and a large interior central or end - wall ...
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