Air Conditioning
THE HONG KONG AND FAR EAST BUILDER
As all principal rooms are being air-conditioned with the latest Chrysler Airtemp System, it has made possible the use of comparatively low ceilings.
The system is designed to maintain a temperature of 80 deg. Fahrenheit dry bulb with relative humidity of 55. simultaneously with the reduction in temperature and humidity from the maximum conditions, fresh air amount- ing to one quarter of the total volume is brought in with each circulation. The air is circulated by two quiet
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operating centrifugal-type fans. The air is further filtered from dust and pollen by the installation of the latest type all-metal washable and fire retardant filters. The air dis- tribution system is designed so as to provide control of supply within each room. The grilles are artistically designed and the dampers scientifically controlled.
All ducts have been skilfully concealed or integrated into the design of the structure so as to be inconspicuous. A completely automatic thermostat is built in and adjust- able from a suitable location.
Residence B
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Although more modest than Residence A, the layout has been carefully planned to take advantage of the view, and for this reason has been placed well forward on the site with small but attractive terraces and lawn on two levels on the south and large drive-in and play area on the north. From Island Road the building will look more like a bungalow than a two-story house because of the natural high bank which lies between the building and the road. This will give additional privacy to the house.
Similar use of stone work inside and out ties this building in with Residence A, with the flat roof lending contrast and adding variety to the development.
Residences A and B were designed by Mr. K. Smith- Mitchell of the Metropolitan Land Co., Ltd.
General Contractors: Metropolitan Construction Co.,
Ltd.
Plumbing Supplies: Andersen. Meyer & Co., Ltd. Plumbing Installation: Carter & Sutton. Electrical Installation:
Residence A-British General Electric Co., Ltd. Residence B-Jardine Engineering Corp., Ltd. Air Conditioning: American Engineering Corp.
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Ground Floor
1. Car Court.
2. Entrance Porch.
J. Stair Hall.
4. Bathroom.
5. Bedroom.
6. Bedroom Porch and
Terrace.
7. Living Room Lawn. 8. Living Room Porch.
9. Living Room.
10. Study.
11. Dining Room,
12. Pantry.
13. Store.
14. Kitchen.
15. Yard.
16. Laundry.
17. Garage.
First Floor
1. Upper Hall.
2. Dressing Alcove.
3. Master Bedroom.
4. Sun Deck.
5. Roof of Study & Bed-
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6. Bathrooms.
7. BedroomI.
8. Dressing Alcove.
9. Service Hall.
10. Servants' Rooms.
11. Shower.
12. Store.
Floor Plans for Residence B
Ground floor on left, first floor, below.
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