Johns – The Outhouse Beautiful

March, 1954

Frank Lloyd Wright brought modern design to the home, Wallace Harrison produced new concepts in skyscrapers, and now Frank O'Beirne has brought the exciting simplicity of modern architecture to that basic structure of rural life – the outhouse.Mr. O'Beirne believes the outdoor commode is about to enjoy a return to popularity and his designs successfully adapt the outhouse to city living. He explains he has nothing against inside plumbing, but feels a return to the simple pleasures of the old-fas...

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