Gordon-Van Tine plan cut homes

Gordon-Van Tine Co • 1931 • Creative Media Partners, LLC

Author: Gordon-Van Tine Co
First published: 1931
Publisher: Creative Media Partners, LLC
Genres: Art
Subjects: Catalogs · Domestic Architecture · Designs and plans · Gordon-Van Tine Co
ISBN: 9781013918315

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These plan books serve as a fascinating window into domestic architecture, offering a glimpse at how homeowners once selected complete designs for their residences. By presenting a curated range of home styles, this collection captures the spirit of an era when mail-order construction plans were a transformative way to bring standardized design into the lives of everyday people.

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The Gordon-Van Tine Company, based in Davenport, Iowa, was a prominent participant in the American mail-order home industry during the early 20th century. This 1931 catalog represents the company's efforts to sustain business during the Great Depression by offering affordable, ready-cut housing kits. These kits provided homeowners with all necessary lumber, millwork, and hardware, which were shipped via rail to be assembled on-site according to the detailed architectural plans included in the publication.

The designs within these catalogs were characterized by a blend of popular architectural styles, such as the Craftsman bungalow and the Colonial Revival. By simplifying construction through standardized, pre-cut pieces, the company targeted middle-class families seeking quality housing at a lower cost than traditional building methods allowed. While the designs were utilitarian, they were well-received for their accessibility and durability, establishing a lasting legacy in the landscape of residential construction across North America.

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