SUCH OBVIOUSLY HAND-MADE TOUCHES enhance the beauty of a small house by giving it distinction and a pleasing individuality—lifting it above the commonplace.

Above, the hand-hewn grille of wood and solid shutters gives interest to a house or garden wall. Whether painted in flat tones and decorated with conventional flower patterns, or left to weather in natural beauty, this permits privacy when desired and affords one more way of having pleasing color in a small home.

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1. An unusual grilled effect of rope for a seaside cottage. Wavelike scallops of wood painted blue complete the nautical picture.

2. A simple grille for a garden wall with a special opening for a pot of flowers. It is a delightful way of breaking a long stretch of plain wall. Such a grille at a kitchen window makes a charming picture for a woman to enjoy while washing dishes. It does not shut out needed light, and by painting it in a color used in the kitchen it will complete the harmony.

3. Arched latticed garden doors intensify garden glamour, protect the garden from ever-curious passersby and give delightful finish to the picture of a home. This one has been indented to give shelter from the sun and rain.

4. Latticed door painted green to give the visitor a chance to enjoy the color of the garden while waiting to be admitted. The push bell of porcelain is shaped and colored like a flower.

5. This grille is decorative, as well as a practical protection for rooms on the ground floor. Of the simplest design, full ventilation is gained as well as a comforting sense of security. Vines can weave in and out, creepers can find foothold and flowers can thrust their gifts of color well into the room.