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September 29, 1941
The Daily Monitor
Mount Clemens, Macomb County, Michigan
What is this article about?
Article highlights unpopular features in poorly planned new homes: inadequate furniture space, few closets, poor lighting, heating issues like drafty halls and cold rooms, and outdated garage doors. Recommends better planning for comfort and efficiency.
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has found universally unpopular are these:
Lack of adequate furniture space almost ruins some poorly planned houses.
Proper forethought will provide space for everything.
"Not enough closets" is the cry that has a familiar ring to most builders.
Inadequate lighting should no longer be tolerated. Recent better-sight campaigns have done much to teach the dangers of faulty illumination, and with the cooperation of the lighting industry it is possible to have attractive lighting fixtures without impairing efficient illumination.
Placing outlets for proper service or anticipated movable fixtures should be planned.
POOR HEATING A PROBLEM
Poor heating still remains a problem in some new homes. Long drafty halls, cold bathrooms, and uncomfortable living rooms should be avoided.
Unwieldy garage doors are today as outmoded as the automobile crank. Smoothly functioning automatic doors, or plain doors properly built and fitted will save the prospective owner time and temper.
Lack of adequate furniture space almost ruins some poorly planned houses.
Proper forethought will provide space for everything.
"Not enough closets" is the cry that has a familiar ring to most builders.
Inadequate lighting should no longer be tolerated. Recent better-sight campaigns have done much to teach the dangers of faulty illumination, and with the cooperation of the lighting industry it is possible to have attractive lighting fixtures without impairing efficient illumination.
Placing outlets for proper service or anticipated movable fixtures should be planned.
POOR HEATING A PROBLEM
Poor heating still remains a problem in some new homes. Long drafty halls, cold bathrooms, and uncomfortable living rooms should be avoided.
Unwieldy garage doors are today as outmoded as the automobile crank. Smoothly functioning automatic doors, or plain doors properly built and fitted will save the prospective owner time and temper.
What sub-type of article is it?
Home Design Criticisms
Building Advice
What keywords are associated?
Furniture Space
Closets
Lighting
Heating
Garage Doors
Story Details
Story Details
Common complaints in new homes include lack of furniture space, insufficient closets, inadequate lighting, poor heating with drafty halls and cold rooms, and unwieldy garage doors. Advice emphasizes proper forethought, efficient illumination, planned outlets, and modern door solutions to avoid these issues.