Bungalows

 

“The term “Bungalow” (from the Hindustani word “Bangla” meaning low house for travelers with surrounding porches) was used in America to describe any modest, low-slung, picturesque cottage.  The Chicago bungalow, based on the Prairie Style of the Midwest . . . Conveyed a feeling of coziness and one story livability."
American Shelter
Lester Walker

To this I would add that the Chicago bungalow is typically solid masonry construction and linear in plan to fit on the narrow and deep Chicago lots.  

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