"Parasol" House in Essex, Conn
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https://doi.org/10.3989/ic.1963.v16.i150.4710Abstract
The building is sited on top of a hill, which commands a magnificent view over the river Connecticut. The house is organised on two floor levels and full use is made of the sloping ground. On the lower floor three bedrooms, a dressing room, bathrooms, washing facilities, wardrobes, stores and the boiler room have been located. The top floor includes the main living zone of the house, namely: living-drawing room, dining room, breakfast room, kitchen and services. The structure is metallic and most ingeniously contrived. The roof consists of nine inverted parasol shapes, interconnected by means of three jointed arches. In the top floor the ceilings are covered with Cyprus wood and the floor surface is oak. The house harmonises well with the surrounding scenery. Both the internal and external aspect of the house is richly impressive, this being enhanced by the great simplicity and originality of its design.
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