"The House That Jill Built, after Jack's Had Proved a Failure" by E. C. Gardner is a late 19th-century architecture book that playfully explores the creation of a home through the eyes of Jill and Jack. After Jack's previous house design doesn't work out, Jill gets money from her father in order to build her own house, leading to thoughtful criticisms of common architectural trends. While on their honeymoon the couple examines what makes a practical versus beautiful house, and Jill decides that a house must be useful for the people living in it. The book's narrative critiques extravagance and it champions practicality, laying the foundation for discussions on how personal needs should shape home design.
The House That Jill Built, after Jack's Had Proved a Failure
By E. C. (Eugene Clarence) Gardner
A woman’s architectural dreams clash with her fiancé's past failures as she sets out to construct a home that prioritizes comfort and practicality over fleeting trends.
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About the AuthorEugene Clarence Gardner (1836–1915) was an American architect and author of Springfield, Massachusetts. Gardner was noted both for the architectural influence of his extensive practice as well as his writings on the American home. Gardner was the most notable architect of Springfield.
Eugene Clarence Gardner (1836–1915) was an American architect and author of Springfield, Massachusetts. Gardner was noted both for the architectural influence of his extensive practice as well as his writings on the American home. Gardner was the most notable architect of Springfield.
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