Summary for 1816 26th AVE / Parcel ID 9828201990 / Inv # |
Historic Name: |
Washington, James W., Jr. House & Studio |
Common Name: |
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Style: |
Arts & Crafts - Craftsman |
Neighborhood: |
Central Area |
Built By: |
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Year Built: |
1918 |
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Significance |
In the opinion of the survey, this property is located in a potential historic districe (National and/or local). |
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This house embodies the distinctive characteristics of a Craftsman bungalow. It is significant for its associations with Seattle artist, James W. Washington, Jr.
Architect/Engineer/Builder listed as "Gustafson."
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Appearance |
This one story bungalow is characterized by a front facing gable. The bargeboards have decorative sawn work tips and false rafter end decoration. Knee braces further embellish the façade. Eaves are open with exposed rafter end. The porch is handsomely paneled and supported by battered wooden posts on brick piers. Dr. Washington's Studio, built in 1965 is a rectangular box on the northeastern corner of the lot. The entire double-lot site is landscaped with Dr. Washingotn's work and gardens. |
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Detail for 1816 26th AVE / Parcel ID 9828201990 / Inv # |
Status: |
Yes - Inventory |
Classication: |
Building |
District Status: |
INV |
Cladding(s): |
Other |
Foundation(s): |
Unknown |
Roof Type(s): |
Gable |
Roof Material(s): |
Asphalt/Composition |
Building Type: |
Domestic - Single Family |
Plan: |
Rectangular |
Structural System: |
Balloon Frame/Platform Frame |
No. of Stories: |
one |
Unit Theme(s): |
Architecture/Landscape Architecture, Ethnic Heritage |
Integrity |
Changes to Windows: |
Intact |
Changes to Plan: |
Intact |
Changes to Interior: |
Unknown |
Changes to Original Cladding: |
Extensive |
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Major Bibliographic References |
City of Seattle Landmarks File
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Photo collection for 1816 26th AVE / Parcel ID 9828201990 / Inv # |
Photo taken Aug 01, 1991
Photo taken Aug 01, 1991
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