How come a small stone cottage built hundreds of years ago is typically more attractive as a place to live than a spacious modern home? Maybe the bad housing from then all fell down or was discarded... we only get to see the best today.

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In response Martin Geddes to his Publication

better construction

I have no insider knowledge, so I walk by faith alone.

In response Martin Geddes to his Publication

your last photo looks like council house style.

they built them to last in those days.