Houses For Town Or Country (1907)

Houses For Town Or Country is a book written by William Herbert and originally published in 1907. The book is a comprehensive guide to designing and building homes in both urban and rural settings, with a focus on the English countryside. Herbert begins by discussing the history of English architecture and the various styles of homes that have been popular over the years. He then goes on to provide detailed advice on how to design and construct a home, covering topics such as site selection, layout, materials, and construction techniques. The book includes numerous illustrations and photographs of homes that exemplify the principles and styles discussed, as well as floor plans and elevations. Herbert also provides advice on interior design and decoration, including furniture selection and placement, color schemes, and lighting. Overall, Houses For Town Or Country is a valuable resource for anyone interested in architecture, design, or home building, particularly those with an interest in the English countryside. It offers a wealth of practical advice and inspiration for creating beautiful and functional homes that are suited to their surroundings.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.