Aladdin "Built in a Day" House Catalog, 1917 (Dover Architecture)
The 1917 Aladdin 'Built in a Day' House Catalog, reissued by Dover Architecture, features prefabricated home designs assembled quickly and efficiently. It captures the innovative spirit of early 20th-century housing, with detailed plans and illustrations that showcase affordable, practical architecture for the modern family of that era.
About This Book
The Aladdin 'Built in a Day' House Catalog, originally published in 1917 by the Aladdin Company, offers a glimpse into the era's prefabricated housing solutions. These homes were designed for rapid assembly, promising efficiency and affordability for homeowners.
As part of the Dover Architecture series, this reprint maintains the authentic catalog format, including detailed illustrations and specifications of various house models. It reflects the architectural trends and construction techniques of the time.
This catalog serves as a valuable resource for enthusiasts of historic architecture, providing insight into how companies like Aladdin marketed their innovative building systems to a growing American population.
With its focus on practical, ready-to-build designs, the publication highlights the intersection of commerce and craftsmanship in early modern housing.
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