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The cottage problem: the need for sociability
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The cottage problem: the need for sociability
The cottage problem: the need for sociability. How to erect eight houses with their garden plots. Two designs, ensuring adequate light and space, and a pleasant external appearance.
1914
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The Cottage Problem - The Need for Sociability
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- a thought-provoking title for this 1914 photograph published by Illustrated London News Ltd, showcasing a creative solution to the challenge of constructing eight cottages with their individual garden plots, ensuring adequate light, space, and a pleasant external appearance. The image captures a carefully planned layout of two distinct cottage designs, each with its unique character and charm. The cottages are arranged in a way that maximizes the use of available land and roadside, while maintaining privacy and sociability among the residents. The first design features a row of four cottages, with their entrances facing each other, creating a sense of community and interaction. Each cottage boasts a spacious garden plot, providing ample room for the residents to grow vegetables, flowers, or simply enjoy the outdoors. The cottages are thoughtfully arranged to allow for natural light to filter in, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The second design showcases a cluster of four cottages, arranged in a square, with their gardens surrounding a central green space. This design offers a more secluded feel, while still maintaining a sense of connection to the community. The cottages are positioned to allow for optimal sunlight and privacy, creating a harmonious balance between individual living spaces and shared communal areas. This photograph serves as a reminder of the importance of sociability and community in housing design, even a century ago. The careful planning and consideration given to the layout of these cottages and their gardens demonstrates a deep understanding of the human need for connection and the value of shared space. This timeless design remains an inspiration for modern housing developments, emphasizing the importance of creating livable, sustainable, and socially engaging communities.
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