The Old House Altered (1878)

The Old House Altered is a book written by George Champlin Mason and published in 1878. The book is a guide for homeowners who wish to renovate and alter their old houses. Mason provides detailed instructions on how to modernize and improve the functionality of old houses while still maintaining their historical charm and character.The book covers a wide range of topics, including architectural styles, building materials, and construction techniques. Mason also provides advice on how to work with contractors and architects, as well as how to obtain necessary permits and approvals.The Old House Altered is filled with illustrations and photographs that showcase various examples of successful house renovations. Mason includes before-and-after pictures of houses that have undergone significant alterations, providing readers with inspiration and ideas for their own projects.Overall, The Old House Altered is a valuable resource for anyone interested in preserving and improving historic homes. Mason's expertise and attention to detail make this book an essential read for homeowners, architects, and preservationists alike.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.