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the South-west is not good, inasmuch as the rains are the most 

 frequent from that quarter ; the South is good, but the South-east 

 aspect is considered the best. 



The Architect will necessarily be consulted on what relates to 

 the internal plan of the habitation, — the arrangements of domestic 

 convenience, and their correct appropriation ; but, in reference to the 

 prospects from particular rooms, the skill of the Landscape Gardener 

 will contribute much in aid of a just determination. The sitting- 

 room for the family should command a view of some portion of 

 the pleasure-ground; and in this prospect should be introduced 

 a variety of evergreen shrubs, that the scene may appear lively 

 throughout the year. From the drawing-room, and others of occa- 

 sional resort, the elegancies which the grounds possess, or which 

 can be exhibited, should be seen, leading the eye as well to the home 

 as to the distant scenery ; and in these views should be introduced 

 such objects as are adapted to raise emotions of pleasure and 

 admiration. 



In taking occasion to introduce the following hints connected with 

 architecture, it may be proper to state that they are submitted with 

 deference, not to intrude upon the profession of the Architect, but 

 merely as connected with the subject under discussion, and colla- 

 terally to the profession of the Landscape Gardener. 



The architecture or style of a country villa may be now con- 

 sidered ; and the great object is to combine neatness with elegance. 



