1970s At Home

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	Home Styles Home Features Bedroom Living Room Rec-Room Kitchen

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Home Styles single-family homes In the 1970s, there was very little interest in reviving old architectural styles. Most new single-family homes were of the nondescript frame variety. The one-story ranch home was the most popular. new single-family homes in 1975 one-story........60 percent two-story........26 percent split-level.........14 percent Some modern homes in the 1970s displayed futuristic designs and shapes. Especially common were domes, cubes and A-frames. Pre-fabricated modular homes arrived from the factory in sections and were assembled on the lot. Their popularity increased in the 1970s. condominiums A condominium, or co-op, is an apartment or townhouse that is owned by the occupant, rather than rented. In each building or complex, the units share a common area, which might include a swimming pool, clubhouse, parking lot or playground. Association dues pay for maintenance of the grounds, and the condo association handles bylaws and complaints. Condos have their good and bad points. When apartment buildings convert to condos, renters who can't afford to buy their apartments are forced out. The maintenance-free condo lifestyle is ideal for older people and single people living alone. Between 1970 and 1974, the average price of a new single-family home increased by 50 percent. Many people were beginning to view condos as the answer to this problem. apartments In 1974, a one-bedroom apartment rented for $185 per month, and a two-bedroom apartment rented for $215 per month. According to the ad, this included a private balcony, heat and hot water, gas, wall-to-wall carpeting, air-conditioning and a master TV antenna on the roof. how times have changed! In the 1970s, ads for apartments were a bit less "politically correct" than they are today. In a 1974 newspaper, I saw two ads, one with the heading STUDIO APARTMENT FOR EMPLOYED PERSON and the other with the heading SPACIOUS APARTMENT FOR SINGLE LADY. Today, any classified ad worded in this manner would be accused of discrimination.

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Home Features interior design Modern homes in the 1970s developed a high-tech look, with lots of glass and white surfaces. Interiors were light and airy, with a special emphasis on height. Many new homes were designed with second floor walkways and landings overlooking a vast two-story living room. Quite often, a spiral staircase took you to the second floor. The clean lines and light wood finishes of Scandinavian design were also popular. interior spaces More homes were being built with family rooms, breakfast nooks and walk-in closets. New homes frequently featured a second bathroom, which was usually part of a master bedroom suite. In 1975, 66 percent of all new homes had three bedrooms and two bathrooms. In new homes, two-car garages outnumbered single-car garages two to one. heating & cooling Between 1971 and 1975, the number of new homes with a fireplace increased by 18 percent, and the number of new homes with central air-conditioning increased by 12 percent. By the mid 1970s, nearly half of all new homes had these features. When fuel prices increased during the energy crisis, electric baseboard heating systems experienced a brief vogue. The number of new homes with electric heat increased by 17 percent during the early 1970s, while the number of new homes with gas heat decreased by 20 percent. In the 1970s, a few homes could also be found with solar heat. Mansard roof with cedar shingles outdoor features mansard roof Charmglow gas barbeque Hibachi grill aluminum siding blacktopped driveways concrete patios swing-sets white globe yard lights Peter Alton's 1970s-Inspired Home Avocado Memories Revenge Of The Mansards Ugly House Photos: The 1970s 70s Interior Design Photos Designs From Scandinavia Swanky Furniture From The 70s Interior Desecrators

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In The Bedroom		---- clock-radios with flip numbers waterbeds cool lamps groovy posters plastic accessories in bright colors platform beds Click here for more bedrooms from the 1970s!

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In The Living Room ----- Rain lamps had oil droplets cascading down each strand like rain. Infinity lights had a mirrored background, creating the illusion of a never-ending pattern.		I always wanted a fireplace like that! ----- macrame plant hangers string-art embroidered wallhangings paintings on black velvet knitted afghans on the couch white plastic parsons tables freestanding metal fireplaces common colors: orange |||||----yellow ||||| avocado |||||----olive green ||||| gold |||||----brown ||||| Jetset: Designs For Modern Living Click here for more living rooms from the 1970s!

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In The Rec-Room ----		black light posters flicker lamps beads hanging in the doorway fiber-optic lamps dark wood paneling bean bag chairs shag carpeting lava lamps Far out, man! Black Light Posters Spencer Gifts Flicker Bulbs Click here for more rec-rooms from the 1970s!

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In The Kitchen appliances & gadgets Cuisinart food processor (1973) microwave ovens dishwashers self-cleaning ovens electric knives 14-speed blenders refrigerators with water & ice through the door electric can openers popcorn poppers crock pots Mister Coffee (1972) Mister Coffee Ronco products Food Dehydrator Cookie Machine Veg-O-Matic Inside-The-Egg Scrambler (Visit my Advertising page to see more Ronco stuff!) popular brands Hamilton Beach West Bend Magic Chef Rival Waring Litton dinnerware Libbey glassware Corelle dinnerware (1970) Tupperware wood salad bowls decor & design mug trees tulip table & chairs breakfast nooks snack bars brick wall ovens Libbey glassware		Tupperware Those unbreakable Ginsu knives Tulip table and chairs Click here for more kitchens and eating areas from the 1970s!

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