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Windmill, Lincolnshire
An illustration of a large windmill nestled in the Lincolnshire countryside, accompanied with a passage written by the English engineer, Raymond Unwin. The image was used to promote the surrounding areas of a village named Woldsea, that is planned to be built, as such, three pictures of houses designed by Thomas Geoffry Lucas are visible. Date: 1909
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Accompanied Areas Engineer Lincolnshire Lucas Named Nestled Passage Pictures Planned Promote Raymond Surrounding Unwin Visible Windmill Woldsea Written Designed
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Nestled in the rolling hills of Lincolnshire, this illustration captures the majestic presence of a large windmill, a symbol of the region's rich agricultural heritage. The windmill, with its tall sails reaching for the sky, stands proudly against the backdrop of the picturesque countryside. This image, created in 1909, was not only a beautiful representation of the natural beauty of the area but also served as a promotional tool for the nearby village of Woldsea. At the turn of the century, Woldsea was a planned community, designed with the intention of providing modern homes for families seeking a better quality of life. The vision for the village was brought to life by the English engineer, Raymond Unwin, and architect Thomas Geoffry Lucas. The three houses visible in the background, designed by Lucas, are a testament to their forward-thinking approach to design and their commitment to creating functional, attractive, and affordable homes. Unwin, an advocate for garden cities and the Arts and Crafts movement, believed that the design of a community should be harmonious with its natural surroundings. The village of Woldsea was designed with this philosophy in mind, with houses that blended seamlessly into the landscape and made the most of the natural light and ventilation. This illustration, with its idyllic scene of the windmill and the promise of a modern, well-designed village, would have appealed to potential residents looking for a fresh start in a beautiful and sustainable community. Today, it serves as a reminder of the visionaries who shaped the built environment of the past and the enduring appeal of the countryside.
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