Low Country Carriage House Restoration at The Ford Plantation

This Lowcountry carriage house at The Ford Plantation echoes the familiar threads of the past. Reminiscent of an old barn that may have graced the site, comfortable guest quarters now occupy what might have been a grain loft. An old threshing floor, where carriages would have passed, now shelters carriages of the modern era. Simple post and beam construction is further suggestive of agrarian roots. via Houzz I posted all of the photos this time.

Henry Ford Historic Caretaker's Cottage Renovation in Savannah

Kitchen in the 800 sq. ft. cottage.

Exerior. Isn't it sweet?

I love the water view.

Built in the 1930s by Henry Ford at his winter retreat near Savannah, this former caretaker’s cottage had been abandoned for decades. Historical Concepts consulted on the restoration of the primitive, 800 square foot cottage for clients who were compelled to save it from demolition and preserve Ford’s legacy. Original poplar tongue and groove walls, heart pine floors and terra cotta roof tiles were restored, while antique lighting and architectural salvage finds were added for period authenticity. A screened porch, designed to complement the home’s historic character, adds entertaining space and a place to enjoy the coastal setting of The Ford Plantation. Full house tour with more photos HERE via Houzz.

Logging Before Chain Saws

I love old photos like this. Can you believe the size of those logs? All cut by hand in the era before power equipment. True man power! It must have been very dangerous too. How did they tie down the logs? How did they get such perfect measurements?

"Chop your own wood and it will warm you twice." Henry Ford

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