Understanding Small Period Houses

Small period houses have evolved from a medieval tradition, through the formality of Georgian and Victorian to the distinctive style of the 1930s. This beautiful book explains the changes in building materials, the effect of social and economic constraints and foreign influences, and celebrates the fascinating heritage of the English period home. It includes examples taken from over 20 English counties, identifying different styles and materials and showing the relationship between the house, it’s land, and the wider urban space. It also has a guide to looking at your own period house, identifying and dating original elements and later changes, with advice on sources for historical research.