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Lansdowne’s ‘Madame Butterfly Home’

Maria David

mdavid@charlotteobserver.com

August 12, 2015 03:00 AM

“The exterior impression of the Shoji is one of lines of flowing simplicity giving it a long look which is highlighted by the use of diamond paned windows.”
“The exterior impression of the Shoji is one of lines of flowing simplicity giving it a long look which is highlighted by the use of diamond paned windows.”
“The exterior impression of the Shoji is one of lines of flowing simplicity giving it a long look which is highlighted by the use of diamond paned windows.”

“Located at 5536 Lansing Drive, this home is an American adaptation of Japanese design and this oriental motif has been used harmoniously from exterior to interior including all colors, appointments and electrical fixtures.” - The Charlotte News, August 11, 1962

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