Farmhouse Plans

audiobook

Farmhouse Plans

by Wallace Ashby

EN·~1 hours·6 chapters

Chapters

6 total
1

FARMHOUSE PLANS - By Wallace Ashby, Chief, Division of Structures, Bureau of Agricultural Engineering

2:17
2

FARMHOUSE REQUIREMENTS - SIZE

9:49
3

CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS

0:58
4

COSTS

5:50
5

WORKING DRAWINGS

1:57
6

PLANS FOR HOUSES

52:43

Description

This concise bulletin offers a hands‑on look at designing affordable farm homes that meet the everyday needs of a working family. Compiled by specialists in agricultural engineering, home economics, and farm‑related electrical services, the guide blends practical layout advice with clear, illustrated plans. Readers will find step‑by‑step considerations for choosing the right size, arranging sleeping quarters, and integrating kitchens, workrooms, and entryways that flow smoothly from the driveway and barn.

The material walks through comfort factors such as window placement, heating, plumbing, and lighting, while also weighing long‑term durability and the possibility of future adaptations—like closing off rooms or renting space. Detailed sections compare one‑story, multi‑story, and very small dwellings, and provide cost estimates based on unit prices. Whether you are building a new primary residence, an auxiliary house for workers, or a temporary structure, the booklet equips you with the essential information to make informed decisions.

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Language

en

Duration

~1 hours (70K characters)

Series

United States Department of Agriculture Farmers' Bulletin No. 1738

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by Tom Cosmas compiled from images made available by The Internet Archive.

Release date

2019-05-25

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

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Wallace Ashby

b. 1890

Known for practical books on rural housing and farm design, this early 20th-century writer helped turn agricultural engineering ideas into clear, usable guidance for everyday readers. His work focused on making farm homes and buildings more functional, safe, and well planned.

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