The model village and its cottages : Bournville

This volume surveys the Bournville model village, an early twentieth‑century experiment in providing wholesome, affordable homes for industrial workers. The architect’s own experience guides readers through the community’s layout, the guiding social ideals, and the practical steps that turned those ideas into brick and garden.

More than fifty plates accompany the text, presenting plans, elevations, and perspective sketches of cottages from single units to four‑house blocks. Each illustration includes measurements, material notes, and cost hints, while commentary explains features such as roof pitch, garden design, and the distinctive ‘Cabinet’ bath.

Aimed at architects, historians, and anyone interested in humane urban design, the book blends technical detail with readable insights. It shows how modest budgets can coexist with aesthetic charm, offering ideas that still speak to today’s sustainable housing conversations.