Encyclopedia of architecture : a dictionary of the science and practice of architecture, building, carpentry, etc., from the earliest ages to the present time, forming a comprehensive work of reference for the use of architects, builders, carpenters, masons, engineers, students, professional men, and amateurs (1852)
Nicholson, Peter, 1765-1844, Lomax, Edward, Gunyon, Thomas · New York : Johnson, Fry & Co. · leaf 738
r andserene, these are all throw n open ; but if it blows, those onthe side the wind sets are shut, while the others remain un-closed without any inconvenience. Befijre this portico lies aterrace, perfumed with violets, and warmed by the reflectionof the sun from the ]>ortico, which, as it… … 1 «i I HOU 507 HOU by means of its several sides, breaks the force of thewinds from what point soever they blow. These are someof its winter advantages: they are still more cnnsiderable insummer; for at that season it throws a sli;ide upon the ter-race durinjf all the forenoon, as it defends the…
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