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Old English Houses

Old English Houses

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General ArchitectureBritish HistoryArchitecture History

ISBN10: 1025873785
ISBN13: 9781025873787
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 344
Weight: 1.06
Height: 0.72 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Old English Houses offers an insightful and comprehensive exploration of the development of domestic architecture in England. Written by the renowned architectural historian J. Alfred Gotch, this work traces the evolution of the English home from the fortified dwellings of the Middle Ages through the grand manor houses of the Tudor and Elizabethan periods, eventually reaching the refined elegance of the eighteenth century.

The text examines how changing social conditions, cultural shifts, and technological advancements influenced the design and construction of residences across different eras. Readers are guided through the architectural nuances of legendary estates and modest dwellings alike, with a particular focus on the transition from defensive structures to comfortable, aesthetic living spaces. Gotch provides detailed commentary on the floor plans, decorative elements, and materials that define the various stylistic movements in English building history.

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