Language with a flourish

[pengolodh_sc at yahoo.no]

I was looking through some old, American houseplan-catalogues, when I 
came over this little gem (for a house in "English" (i.e. Tudor-) 
style):

"Here is truly an exquisite Tudor adaption.  The exterior, with its 
interesting roof-lines, window treatment, stately chimney and its 
appealing use of brick and stucco, could hardly be more dramatic.

Inside, the drama really begins to unfold as one envisions his 
family's living patterns.  The delightfully large receiving hall has 
a two story ceiling and controls the flexible traffic patterns.  The 
living and dining rooms, with the library nearby, will cater to the 
formal living pursuits.  The guest room offers another haven for the 
enjoyment of peace and quiet.  Observe the adjacent full bath.

Just inside the entrance from the garage is the laundry room.  For 
the family's informal activities there are the interactions of the 
family room - covered porch - nook - kitchen zone.  Notice the raised 
hearth fireplace, the wood boxes, the sliding glass doors, built-in 
bar and the kitchen pass-thru.  Adding to the charm of the family 
room is its high ceiling.  From the second floor hall one can look 
down and observe the activities below."

In 1987, the above had been replaced by this:

"Sharply angled rooflines and a profusion of diamond-paned windows 
enliven this stately Tudor.  the covered porch entrance leads into a 
large receiving hall with a guest bedroom and bath just to the left.  
The spacious living room has an adjoining library-study with built-in 
bookshelves and its own covered porch.  An eating nook and bay-
windowed dining room flank the U-shaped kitchen on either side.  A 
fireplace wall with twin storage boxes provides a focal point in the 
generous family room.  there are four bedrooms and a lounge, with 
extra storage beyond it, on the second floor."

Which of the two above examples (describing the same house) is most 
helpful?  Any comments on the language employed?

Best regards
Christian Stubø