by Architectural Observer | Nov 9, 2016 | Blog, Drag Queen Architecture
Although this house is clearly struggling with its identity, it’s quite obvious that the house was originally styled in the Craftsman manner; it probably dates to around 1915. Surviving original defining details include the projecting eaves with exposed rafter...
by Architectural Observer | Nov 8, 2016 | Blog, Observations
A common justification for building anew (as opposed to renovating an existing building) is the claim that the client can get “exactly what is wanted” or that new construction will be a “fresh start” – a chance to “do...
by Architectural Observer | Nov 8, 2016 | Blog, Drag Queen Architecture
This house was built as a modest example of Tudor Revival, probably in the late 1920’s or early 1930’s. If it weren’t for the few surviving identifying characteristics typical of the style (projecting gabled brick entry with arched door and first...
by Architectural Observer | Nov 7, 2016 | Blog, Observations
One doesn’t expect to see Victorian-era row houses anywhere in Kansas, but especially not in the less-populated western half. There just wasn’t much need for a dense, urban, housing type on the wide-open prairie. Imagine my surprise when, 15 or 20...
by Architectural Observer | Nov 6, 2016 | Blog, Observations
The passage of time manifests itself differently on some buildings than on others. This place really intrigues me and, because it’s still standing, there is still hope. One of Stockton, Kansas’ most architecturally significant early houses, this Second...
by Architectural Observer | Nov 5, 2016 | Blog, Drag Queen Architecture, Observations
I’m so used to seeing real history destroyed or covered up that it kind of shocks me when I see the reverse happen. This stone storefront is a good example. When I first noticed this building in Hays, Kansas, I was puzzled by the clapboard fake front (complete...
