While a number of unusual pavilions at the Fair suggest new forms for public buildings, family homes are not neglected. Nine full-scale, completely furnished houses express a variety of new ideas in this field; in addition, an entire pavilion is devoted to interior decorating, as are assorted displays throughout the Industrial and International areas. The Pavilion of American Interiors shows 14 rooms decked out to fit into various regions of the United States. At the Better Living Center an entire floor is given over to the home. There, fairgoers can see Dorothy Draper's Dream Home—complete with roof garden—the Gallery of Kitchens and the Promenade of Interiors. Formica has built its own "World's Fair House" on the grounds, and two houses shown by All-State Properties and Macy's are sold furnished right down to teacups and hand towels. The Florida pavilion displays a "vacation home"; a three-bedroom "Underground World Home" offers complete climate control; and at the House of Good Taste, traditional, contemporary and modern houses are on view.
ROOM FOR TRANQUILLITY
Designed by Edward Durell Stone, this house is based on the atrium of ancient times. The central unit is spacious, with over 1.000 square feet of room. Skylights brighten this and other rooms. Built around a six-foot reflecting pool and looking out on gardens, the house assures a sense of privacy and tranquillity. It also solves one problem posed by rising population. The house can be built almost against other homes.
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