Small Country Houses: Their Repair And Enlargement, Forty Examples Chosen From Five Centuries (1914)

Small Country Houses: Their Repair And Enlargement, Forty Examples Chosen From Five Centuries is a book written by Lawrence Weaver and published in 1914. The book is a comprehensive guide to repairing and enlarging small country houses. It features forty examples of small country houses from different periods, ranging from the 16th century to the early 20th century. The book provides detailed descriptions of the houses, including their architectural styles, layouts, and materials used in their construction. It also includes illustrations and photographs of the houses, as well as plans and elevations of the proposed repairs and enlargements. The author, Lawrence Weaver, was a prominent English architect and architectural historian. He was known for his expertise in the restoration and repair of historic buildings. In this book, he shares his knowledge and experience in the field of architecture and provides practical advice on how to repair and enlarge small country houses while retaining their original character and charm. Overall, Small Country Houses: Their Repair And Enlargement, Forty Examples Chosen From Five Centuries is a valuable resource for architects, builders, and homeowners who are interested in preserving and enhancing small country houses. It is a timeless guide that remains relevant to this day.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.