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Taking a journey through the service areas reveals the meticulous planning that went into The Breakers. The kitchen, larger than a typical New York apartment, was designed with efficiency in mind. An intricate system facilitated the delivery of food and drink using innovation unheard of in many homes of the time.
The Underbelly of Innovation
Venturing below the mansion unveils the forgotten mechanical marvels essential for the house’s operation. The geothermal technology developed for heating, the extensive plumbing systems utilizing rain and sea water, and the advanced coal-burning furnaces speak volumes of the engineering sophistication of the era.