Bennett's Small House Catalog, 1920
Part 6
The sloping roof lines blend in gracefully with the shingled walls and the veranda. Entering the home, one finds a living room indeed luxurious for a home of this size. A dandy dining room and the usual kitchen, together with a secluded den, complete the first floor layout.
Upstairs, three bedrooms, each large and double-windowed and furnished with roomy closets, and the bath are the remaining details that combine to make the Rochester a home of great popularity. Interested?--then we would like to send you all the good news about it--write.
=SPECIFICATIONS=
Ceiling height first floor approximately 9 ft.
Ceiling height second floor approximately 8 ft. Ceiling slightly hipped.
Girders 6 in. × 8 in.
First and second floor joists 2 in. × 8 in.
Ceiling joists 2 in. × 4 in.
Rafters 2 in. × 6 in.
Front door as illustrated, 3 ft. × 6 ft. 8 in. and 1-3/4 in. thick, glazed with clear glass.
Our No. 1 kitchen cupboard and medicine cabinet included in the selling price. _See pages 36-37._
_See pages 8-9 for general specifications._
[Sidenote: =_Dover_=
26 ft. × 36 ft. over all 6 Rooms and Bath]
The Dover is a splendid example of how the all-on-one-floor bungalow home can luxuriously and comfortably house a large family.
In appearance, this home is ideally balanced. Graceful roof lines blend into its shingled sides. Porch pillars carry through the idea of substantiality. Overhanging eaves give the final touch to the bungalow theme.
Let us analyze the Dover from the viewpoint of solid comfort. The twenty-six foot porch promises plenty of outdoor comfort and air. The living room provides space for not only the whole family but several guests in addition. The dining room is large enough to accommodate a holiday dinner party. In case of large entertainments, the two rooms can practically be opened into one. The three bedrooms suffice for a family of five or six--or with less people, a guest room is available. There's a kitchen ample for all needs.
You may have noticed where you can build a fireplace in the living room. That bay in the dining room you can plan for flowers and plants, or just a cozy cushioned seat. You have made a note of that celebrated step-saver, the kitchen cabinet. Did you see the closets for each sleeping room?
If it's a bungalow home that meets your fondest wishes, and the Dover satisfies your needs, then we can assure you that it will be ideal.
=SPECIFICATIONS=
Ceiling height first floor approximately 9 ft.
Girders 6 in. × 8 in.
First floor joists 2 in. × 8 in.
Ceiling joists 2 in. × 4 in. Rafters 2 in. × 6 in.
Ceiling joists plan B 2 in. × 6 in.
Front door--special design, 3 ft. × 6 ft. 8 in. and 1-3/4 in. thick, glazed.
French doors between living room and dining room.
Our kitchen cupboard No. 2 and medicine cabinet included in the selling price. _See pages 36-37._
Attic stairs and flooring included in the selling price of plan B.
_See pages 8-9 for general specifications._
[Sidenote: =_Sherrill_=
22 ft. × 32 ft. or 24 ft. × 36 ft. over all 6 Rooms and Bath or 5 Rooms and Bath]
The Sherrill is a home of snug contentment--the type of home that will nestle alongside a country road or adorn a city street, presenting a charming appearance anywhere. The broad porch, dormer window and graceful roof make an unusually pleasing exterior. The profile or side view is equally interesting. For the interior arrangement, two alternate plans are offered. The one provides three bedrooms, the other two. Living, dining room, kitchen and bath are found in generous size in both. A wide opening between living and dining room in each case provides an advantageous feature for "affairs." Select the plan you prefer--either one will provide you with a lifetime service of true satisfaction.
=SPECIFICATIONS=
=PLAN A=
Ceiling height first floor approximately 9 ft.
Girders 6 in. × 8 in.
First floor joists 2 in. × 8 in. Rafters 2 in. × 4 in.
Front door--our "Mohawk," of solid Chestnut, 3 ft. × 6 ft. 8 in. and 1-3/4 in. thick, glazed with clear glass.
Cased opening between living room and dining room.
Our kitchen cupboard No. 1 included in the selling price. _See pages 36-37._
=PLAN B=
Ceiling height first floor approximately 9 ft.
Girders 6 in. × 8 in.
First floor joists 2 in. × 8 in. Rafters 2 in. × 6 in.
Front door--our "Mohawk," of solid Chestnut, 3 ft. × 6 ft. 8 in. and 1-3/4 in. thick, glazed with clear glass.
Cased opening between living room and dining room.
Wardrobe in rear bedroom.
Our kitchen cupboard No. 2 included in the selling price. _See pages 36-37._
_See pages 8-9 for general specifications._
[Sidenote: =_Maidstone_=
22 ft. × 26 ft. or 22 ft. × 30 ft. overall 5 Rooms and Bath--or just 4 Rooms]
"Be it ever so humble, there's no place like home"--might well have been written with this cosy cottage in mind. Though quite humble, the Maidstone is decidedly "homey".
Most houses of a like size are usually quite ugly--but see how a bracketed roof, cleverly shingled side walls, and the artistic use of exterior trim, transforms this Bennett-Built Cottage into a really attractive home.
But now let's look indoors--into the smaller plan, first. For simple purposes, can you conceive a simpler layout? Just two partitions, and you have--living and dining room, kitchen, and two bedrooms.
But some families desire a bit different arrangement, a separate dining room, and a bath. There you find it in Plan "B"--with a closed back entry thrown in for good measure. And notice the sheltered porch, whichever plan you favor.
If the Maidstone fills your needs, the satisfaction you will find living in it will be as great as your surprise at its low cost.
=SPECIFICATIONS=
Ceiling height first floor approximately 8 ft. 6 in.
Girders 6 in. × 8 in.
First floor joists 2 in. × 8 in.
Ceiling joists 2 in. × 4 in. Rafters 2 in. × 4 in.
Front door--our glazed cottage design, 2 ft. 8 in. × 6 ft. 8 in. and 1-3/4 in. thick. _See pages 36-37._
Our kitchen cupboard No. 2 and medicine cabinet included in the selling price. (Plan B.) _See pages 36-37._
Our kitchen cupboard No. 2 included in the selling price. (Plan A.) _See pages 36-37._
(If basement is not wanted in Plan B, omit rear addition and basement stairs, saving in price.)
_See pages 8-9 for general specifications._
[Sidenote: =_Lawton_=
24 ft. × 30 ft. or 24 ft. × 36 ft. over all 5 Rooms, Bath or 6 Rooms, Bath]
Simplicity is in the keynote of this cottage home--a simplicity, however, enriched by clever lines of roof, porch and whole-house architecture.
Plan "A" provides for a moderate-sized family--a cheerful, roomy living room, rather good-sized dining room and a compact, convenient kitchen. The bedrooms contain room aplenty for bed, dresser and other bedroom furnishings; and, of course, there is the very necessary bath. In "B" there's an additional bedroom for the family of larger numbers. In addition there are closets off the sleeping rooms. The kitchen and bath are differently located--the dining room is slightly increased to accommodate the larger number of persons.
You will agree, we are confident, that for compact design, yet plenty of room to keep out of each other's way, either of the two Lawton plans offers a most pleasing choice.
=SPECIFICATIONS=
Ceiling height first floor approximately 9 ft.
Girders 6 in. × 8 in.
First floor joists 2 in. × 8 in.
Ceiling joists 2 in. × 4 in. Rafters 2 in. × 6 in.
Front door--our "Conesus," of solid Chestnut, 3 ft. × 6 ft. 8 in. and 1-3/4 in. thick, glazed with clear glass. _See pages 36-37._
Our kitchen cupboard No. 2 and medicine cabinet included in the selling price. _See pages 36-37._
Price on rear addition and basement stairs same as shown with Maidstone, plan B, quoted on application.
_See pages 8-9 for general specifications._
[Sidenote: =_Kenmore_=
20 ft. × 18 ft. or 24 ft. by 20 ft. over all 3 or 4 Rooms]
The one best way to prove a home's worth is by the testimony of those who have lived in it. By such people the Kenmore is classified as a "snug, perfect little place."
We need not dwell at length on the exterior, for you can see what goes to make it up.
The interior is as easy to understand, too. The living room is of unusual size for such a kind of home. The single bedroom has light and air from two sides, and to save extra cost, we included our wardrobe clothes closet. In the kitchen, again to save extra cost, we have included our cabinet.
In Plan "B," we have provided an extra bedroom and quite sizable closets, leaving the living room with space aplenty, and having added enough room in the kitchen so that the family may eat at a table over in the corner.
There is a lot to say about the economy of either Kenmore. But let the price of it argue for itself. If it suits you, we can fill your order in a few hours.
=SPECIFICATIONS=
Ceiling height first floor approximately 9 ft.
Girders 6 in. × 6 in.
First floor joists 2 in. × 8 in.
Ceiling joists 2 in. × 4 in. Rafters 2 in. × 4 in.
Front door--glazed cottage design, 3 ft. × 6 ft. 8 in. and 1-3/4 in. thick. _See pages 36-37._
Our kitchen cupboard No. 2 included in the selling price. _See pages 36-37._
_See pages 8-9 for general specifications._
[Sidenote: =_Cloverdale_=
20 ft × 30 ft. or 22 ft × 30 ft. over all 5 Rooms alone or 5 Rooms and Bath]
Of all tidy, economical cottages, its friends vote "The Cloverdale" ideal--most wholesome. Though covering only 600 sq. ft., the proportions of length, width and height have been admirably balanced, and a neat porch added. Notice the bracketed roof, exposed rafter ends, extending porch roof with richly shaped pillars, windows and door nicely balancing the whole front.
In plan "A," there's a most restful living room with one end for a cozy fireside. A wide opening leads to an ideal dining room. The kitchen, directly back, contains our labor-saving cabinet. The two bedrooms are practically alike, both well lighted, well aired and provided with wardrobes, giving all the convenience of regular closets.
In "B," by adding two feet to the width and saving a bit on the living room, we have slightly enlarged the dining room and made the plan complete with snug bath and fine pantry. The bedrooms, too, are slightly larger.
=SPECIFICATIONS=
Ceiling height first floor approximately 9 ft.
Plan A girders 6 in. × 6 in.; Plan B girders 6 in. × 8 in.
First floor joists 2 in. × 8 in.
Ceiling joists 2 in. × 4 in. Rafters 2 in. × 4 in.
Front door--glazed cottage design, 2 ft. 8 in. × 6 ft. 8 in. _See pages 36-37._
Our No. 2 kitchen cupboard included in the selling price, Plan A. _See pages 36-37._
Our No. 2 kitchen cupboard and medicine cabinet included in the selling price, Plan B. _See pages 36-37._
Price on rear addition and basement stairs same as shown with Maidstone, plan B, page 52, quoted on application.
_See pages 8-9 for general specifications._
[Sidenote: _=Auburn=_
20 ft. × 28 ft. or 22 ft. × 30 ft. over all 4 Rooms and Bath or 5 Rooms and Bath]
For rock-bottom economy, we know of no "buy" that betters the Auburn. Though minus the comfort of a roof over porch, this home does include a place to enjoy the outdoor air. Overhanging roof, shingled sides, and a clever handling of the windows and doors gives the Auburn a smart effect not found in the common house of this type.
For economy of space and work, the living and dining room have been combined in plan "A," but space has not been sacrificed in the sizable kitchen, nor has closet room been overlooked in either of the bedrooms.
In plan "B," the house dimensions have been slightly increased to secure a separation of living room from dining room, and the addition of a pantry off of the kitchen. A slight enlargement of the bedrooms was also possible--especially since wardrobes could satisfactorily take the place of closets.
Could you see this home as it actually exists and compare its appearance and finish, outside and in, with others of the same type, you would not hesitate a minute in choosing the Auburn--further, a comparison of costs would confirm your selection.
=SPECIFICATIONS=
Ceiling height first floor approximately 8 ft. 6 in.
Girders 6 in. × 6 in.
First floor joists 2 in. × 8 in.
Ceiling joists 2 in. × 4 in. Rafters 2 in. × 4 in.
Front door--our Glazed Cottage design, 2 ft. 8 in. × 6 ft. 8 in. _See pages 36-37._
Our kitchen cupboard No. 2 and medicine cabinet included in the selling price. _See pages 36-37._
Price on rear addition and basement stairs as shown with Shamrock, plan B, page 57, quoted on application.
_See pages 8-9 for general specifications._
[Sidenote: _=Shamrock=_
22 ft. × 26 ft. or 30 ft. over all Five rooms and Bath or Four rooms]
Here is a solid, substantial, livable type of cottage home--a dwelling not only well-built, but also most convenient and comfortable.
The Shamrock provides all of the essentials of an attractive exterior without expensive and unnecessary frills and innovations. Yet there are snappy touches of design--bracket-supported roof, exposed rafter, combined shingle and regular siding effects--to differentiate this home from the ordinary.
You will observe that you can have your choice of two floor plans. Plan "B" includes a connecting bathroom which is eliminated in "A," as that plan is designed for localities where sewerage connections are not available. Plan "A" also extends the living room to include the dining accommodations, making possible a four-foot contraction in the depth of the house, and thus a substantial saving in cost.
The porch is ample and well protected. The rooms are fairly proportioned and well lighted. Note the convenient built-in wardrobes in the good-sized bedrooms, and the additional rear room (or summer kitchen) provided in "B."
Either plan will provide you with a satisfying, serviceable home--for an investment that is decidedly modest.
=SPECIFICATIONS=
Ceiling height first floor approximately 8 ft. 6 in.
Girders 6 in. × 6 in.
First floor joists 2 in. × 8 in.
Ceiling joists 2 in. × 4 in. Rafters 2 in. × 4 in.
Front door--glazed cottage design, 2 ft. 8 in. × 6 ft. 8 in. and 1-3/4 in. thick. _See pages 36-37._
Wardrobes in bedrooms.
Our kitchen cupboard No. 2 included in the selling price. _See pages 36-37._
_See pages 8-9 for general specifications._
[Sidenote: _=Delaware=_
30 ft. × 26 ft. or 34 ft. × 24 ft. 5 rooms and Bath.]
Here's a cottage bidding for your favor not merely because of its modest building cost, but also because of unique beauty and balance of design--nothing overdone, and nothing forgotten. Notice how this compact little home invites approval with its graceful overhanging eaves, the individuality of its half-siding and half-shingle exterior, and its broad, roomy porch.
And inside! Two rooms on the front--both the large living room and the cozy dining room! In Plan "A" notice especially the well-located pantry; and the hall giving privacy to bedrooms and bath. In Plan "B" see that convenient bathroom arrangement, and the kitchen made roomier, the pantry room cared for in this plan by one of our efficient kitchen cabinets.
In both plans you find the same serviceable refrigerator location, and side and back entrance combined in one--with the cellar easily reached by a few steps.
Comparing all--where can you find more distinctive appearance, more compact utility than in this "homey" little Delaware?
=SPECIFICATIONS=
Ceiling height first floor approximately 9 ft.
Girders 6 in. × 8 in.
First floor joists 2 in. × 8 in.
Ceiling joists 2 in. × 4 in. Rafters 2 in. × 6 in.
Front door--our "Mohawk," of solid Chestnut, 3 ft. × 6 ft. 8 in. and 1-3/4 in. thick, glazed with clear glass.
Our kitchen cupboard No. 2 and medicine cabinet included in the selling price. _See pages 36-37._
_See pages 8-9 for general specifications._
[Sidenote: _=Monroe=_
30 ft. × 32 ft. over all 5 Rooms and Bath]
The all-in-one floor scheme of bungalow-homes is quite as much in their favor as their comparatively modest cost--from both viewpoints the Monroe is a faithful example of this design.
There's an air of stability to this home--solidity and endurance, yet not a bit overdone. And notice the harmony of roof lines; the extending and protecting eaves, with rafter ends just showing here and there. And if you like them better, shingled side walls in soft-toned colors might be used, certainly with no loss of effect.
Perhaps a most striking feature of the interior is its large inviting living room, with a truly pleasant dining room just to the right--a wide opening between, a decided advantage when entertaining. And do not overlook the kitchen's easy access to cellar, to entry and sheltered back porch. The lady of the home will be glad to see that handy linen closet; to especially mark the cheerful bedrooms, and their ample closet space.
What more of convenience, of roomy compactness could be asked in this home--what better dollar-for-dollar value.
=SPECIFICATIONS=
Ceiling height first floor approximately 9 ft.
Girders 6 in. × 8 in.
First floor joists 2 in. × 8 in.
Ceiling joists 2 in. × 4 in. Rafters 2 in. × 6 in.
Front door--our "Mohawk," of solid Chestnut, 3 ft. × 6 ft. 8 in. and 1-3/4 in. thick, glazed with clear glass.
Prices on oak floors and trim for living room and dining room, maple flooring in kitchen, quoted on application.
Our kitchen cupboard No. 1, medicine cabinet and linen closet included in the selling price. _See pages 36-37._
_See pages 8-9 for general specifications._
+====================+ | ¶ IT IS NEVER THE | | SIZE OF A HOME | | THAT MAKES IT | | ATTRACTIVE, | | BUT THE CARE | | WITH WHICH IT | | IS DESIGNED | | AND KEPT. | +====================+
Freeport, Pa., May 20, 1919.
Gentlemen:--
All lumber in fine condition, and better than we had expected. Claim to have _saved $300_. Your business methods were most satisfactory to us.
Yours truly,
J. A. McE.
[Sidenote: Beverly
20 ft. × 28 ft. or 30 ft. over all 5 Rooms or 4 Rooms and Bath]
This sturdy, practical, pleasing home offers everything to be desired in comfortable living quarters, while reducing the cost of home-building to a most moderate basis.
Notice, please, the novel hooded type of porch, the bevel glass door, the general tidy appearance of the whole front.
Observe the choice of two floor plans; the bathroom being omitted in "A," but an extra sleeping chamber being gained. Both plans provide the same splendid house-wide living room, sizable dining room and kitchen; both include an efficient kitchen cabinet; both provide ample clothes-keeping facilities in the shape of large wardrobes.
You can choose whichever plan is most suited to your conditions with the certainty that you are selecting a home that embodies both economy and service in the highest sense.
=SPECIFICATIONS=
=PLAN A=--
Ceiling height first floor approximately 8 ft. 6 in.
Girders 6 in. × 6 in.
First floor joists 2 in. × 8 in.
Ceiling joists 2 in. × 4 in. Rafters 2 in. × 4 in.
Front door--our "Saranac," design, 3 ft. × 6 ft. 8 in. and 1-3/4 in. thick, glazed. _See pages 36-37._
Our kitchen cupboard No. 2 included in the selling price. _See pages 36-37._
=PLAN B=--
Ceiling height first floor approximately 8 ft. 6 in.
Girders 6 in. × 6 in.
First floor joists 2 in. × 8 in.
Ceiling joists 2 in. × 4 in. Rafters 2 in. × 4 in.
Front door--our "Saranac," design, 3 ft. × 6 ft. 8 in. and 1-3/4 in. thick. _See pages 36-37._
Our kitchen cupboard No. 2 and medicine cabinet included in the selling price. _See pages 36-37._
_See pages 8-9 for general specifications._
[Sidenote: =_Concord_=
20 ft. × 30 ft. or 22 ft. × 30 ft. over all 5 Rooms and Bath]
Beyond the rather striking economy which we believe you find in purchasing your home the Bennett-Way, there is considerable increased worth both in the appearance and in the quality of material that we send you to put into your home--the Concord is fully up to Bennett standards. To its rather simple proportions has been added an overhanging, bracketed roof, and a snug porch.
The pattern of the window sash and frames and the shingled sides also add their bit to this comfortable looking little home. The floor plan itself speaks for the interior of the home. But let's call your particular attention to the rather generous closet space off both bedrooms, the well-lighted and well-aired rooms, the convenient kitchen cabinet--all contained in the modest proportions of 20 ft. by 30 ft.
We believe the selling price of the Concord is quite in keeping with the most efficient home economy ideas. Certain it is that from other owner's experiences, we can guarantee enduring and entire satisfaction with the Concord, if it is your choice.
=SPECIFICATIONS=
Ceiling height first floor approximately 9 ft.
Girders 6 in. × 6 in.
First floor joists 2 in. × 8 in.
Ceiling joists 2 in. × 4 in. Rafters 2 in. × 4 in.
Front door--cottage design, 2 ft. 8 in. × 6 ft. 8 in. and 1-3/4 in. thick, glazed. _See pages 36-37._
Our kitchen cupboard No. 2 included in the selling price. _See pages 36-37._
Our kitchen cupboard No. 1 and Niagara Colonnade included in selling price of Plan B.
_See pages 8-9 for general specifications._
[Sidenote: =_Emerson_=
24 ft. × 32 ft. over all 5 rooms and Bath]
This is an extremely neat and inexpensive home to build, easy to keep in order, easy to heat and make comfortable. The porch across the front will be a great comfort in summer, and at little expense it may be screened and converted into a comfortable out-of-door room.
The vestibule will help keep out the cold of winter, and the adjoining coat closet provides a splendid place for wraps and rubbers. The living room is large and comfortable. The wide-cased opening leading from the dining room gives it an effect of still greater proportion and the dining room is also attractive with its grouped windows. The interior hall arrangement provides easy access to bath and bedrooms. The well-lighted kitchen is of convenient size and is particularly pleasing, providing a light, cheery, comfortable room within easy access of the dining room. The cellar entrance at grade, you will find another desirable feature.
The ownership of the Emerson will prove a never-ending source of satisfaction and content.
=SPECIFICATIONS=
Ceiling height first floor approximately 9 ft.
Girders 6 in. × 8 in.
First floor joists 2 in. × 8 in.
Ceiling joists 2 in. × 4 in. Rafters 2 in. × 4 in.
Front door--our "Chautauqua" of solid Chestnut, 3 ft. × 6 ft. 8 in. and 1-3/4 in. thick, glazed with clear glass.