I cannot speak too strongly in regard to the attractiveness of this design. The building itself looks fully 50 percent better than is shown in the engravings. The veranda, balconies and open tower top present a magnificent appearance and affords such an opportunity for extensive views that the house is admirably adapted for a sea-side, lake-shore or river-view location. Owing to a poor location for exposing the negative, the photograph does not show as good proportions in the building as it should. Height of first story, 10 feet 6 inches; height of second story, 9 feet. Depth of cellar, 7 feet, under all. Interior: Parlor and hall finished in quartered oak;dining room, cherry or butternut; bed room, ash; balance pine, painted three-coats. All painted work to be sand papered after each coat, except the last. Plastering, three-coat work, hard finish. Plumbing consists of sink and pump in kitchen,bath tub and bowl, with connections and gas throughout. Outside Materials: Entire body is clapboarded and painted in tints to bring out belts and other finishes. Roof slated. Foundation walls of brick, but stone would be much more suitable for a house of this kind. Painting, three-coat work. Outside blinds throughout.