Tower Hill

Built-ins have always been a popular design element in any home mostly because they look great because they are part of the architecture of the home itself.  Often its these pieces of architecture that establish a beautiful focal point in your home.  They are functional, their purpose has been established previously and many homeowners when searching for a new home relish in design details like these in the next home they choose to buy. 

At the turn of the century with the uprsise of the auto industry home buyers were choosing homes built in the suburbs.  These homes were primarily built on smaller footprints therefore every inch of that home had to be utilized.  Built-ins worked very well in these homes. 

Another unusual fact is based on the germ theory.  I had to read this part twice myself so bear with me.  It was a great concern back in those days to try and avoid the spread of germs.  Areas within a home that had previously maintained a predisposition to collecting, clutter and dust were prime areas for those germs to hang out.  Bookshelves that were raised off the floor or not permanently attached to walls left too much room for error.

Nowadays built-ins are a part of most homes one way or the other for the living room entertainment center, or the kids WiFi, gaming and movie watching in a finished basement. 

take a look around next time you visit a friends house and see what you think.  See which you prefer.  makes sense now doesn’t it?