Classic Houses of Portland, Oregon 1850-1950

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The majority of Portland’s classic houses are still standing, a wealthy legacy and very important link to a time of stunning architectural accomplishment. This lavishly illustrated volume features more than 300 residences representing twenty-three distinct architectural styles from Greek Revival, Queen Anne, and Tudor to Bungalow, Prairie, Craftsman, and the uniquely regional Northwest Style. In an enchanting home tour, the history of the city comes to life as well, with key information about the architects, original owners, and distinguishing features of every structure. These homes are the work of the most talented architects of Portland’s first century, and every reflects the careful blending of national and international influences with local trends and tastes. In more than 200 plans and drawings and over 600 photographs both historical and up to date, Classic Houses of Portland, Oregon, presents both the houses that remain and a few vanished glories of the past. All take on a new importance nowadays, as historical treasures and as exemplars of design values and quality that are actually so rare. A useful appendix lists the houses by neighborhood for individuals who need to explore the riches of Portland’s architectural heritage.

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