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Sears Modern Homes, 1913 by Sears, Roebuck and Co.

Sears Modern Homes, 1913

Sears, Roebuck and Co.

Dover Publications · Print & ebook · December 15, 2006

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Residential ArchitectureModern Architecture (to 1945)House Plans
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Who it’s for
A reproduced 1913 catalog presents home designs alongside plans, materials, exterior views, and prices.
Themes
1913 home designs, Building materials and plans, Home building and restoration
Genres
House Plans, Modern Architecture (to 1945), Residential Architecture

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About this book

For thousands of Americans, catalogs such as Sears' Modern Homes were the first step in realizing their dreams of owning a home. Reproduced from a rare 1913 edition, this volume features 112 designs for homes of "comfort and refinement." These authentic plans offer a wealth of information on building materials and other details, along with external views, floor plans, descriptions with prices, and more.

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Antique collectors, home hobbyists, and fans of traditional design will find this book a bountiful resource for valuable tips on building and restoration.

Sears Home Designs

A reproduced 1913 catalog presents home designs alongside plans, materials, exterior views, and prices.

Come here for

  • 112 home designs from a 1913 Sears catalog
  • Building materials, exterior views, floor plans, and prices

Expect

  • Descriptions and details for building
  • A historic reference for building and restoration

Where it sits

House Plans73%
Modern Architecture (to 1945)40%
Residential Architecture24%

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Publisher categories

  • Modern Architecture (to 1945)
  • House Plans
Authors
Sears, Roebuck and Co.
Publisher
Dover Publications
Published
December 15, 2006
Format
Print & ebook
Theme
1913 home designs · Building materials and plans · Home building and restoration
Reading lane
Modern Architecture (to 1945)