“ Here and there some of the parts such as consoles, pier caps, and carved portions, are of a necessity made either of terra-cotta or stone; but as this is a perfectly legitimate combination they are here used.
The brick forms shown in Part Two are only suggestive of the various shapes in use, as the requirements of architectural design develop an unlimited number of forms. The facilities are such that any desired shape or size may be made. ”

“ Terra-cotta has proved itself superior to all other materials in use, in maintaining its original position during fire, thereby thoroughly protecting the structural work, as has been demonstrated at recent conflagrations. ”

“ I would have, then, our ordinary dwelling-houses built to last and built to be lovely; as rich and full of pleasantness as may be within and without: ✠✠✠✠ with such differences as might suit and express each man’s character and occupation, and partly his history. ”