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Vernacular Architecture Forum 2005. Tucson, AZ April 13-16, 2005. In the vast Sonoran Desert of Southern Arizona is a rich architectural heritage spanning over 5000 years and three cultures, Native American, Spanish
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Vernacular Architecture Forum 2005 Tucson, AZ April 13-16, 2005
In the vast Sonoran Desert of Southern Arizona is a rich architectural heritage spanning over 5000 years and three cultures, Native American, Spanish Colonial/Mexican, and American. Only in the last 150 years of this region’s history has there been a political boundary that distinguishes the cultural and architectural traditions between what is now Mexico and the United States. This history has created a cross-cultural vernacular landscape unique to this region representing a spectrum of architectural vocabulary ranging from Spanish Colonial and American typological and stylistic purity to hybrid expressions of every imaginable combination. This conference will present the variety of vernacular typologies associated with the broad spectrum of cultural themes: Spanish Colonization of the Pimería Alta (Sonora and Arizona) Territorial Architecture in Tucson Ranching in Southern Arizona 20th Century Residential Landscapes Mining Towns of Southern Arizona Traditional Typologies - New Applications Native American Architecture of Southern Arizona
Documentation of Structure Assignment For FINA-A190 Exploring the City -Select a building in area -Research for any available information -Write compilation of research, citing sources -Hand in paper and digital form: -report -Photographs of building (at least one) -2 Elevations (Hand-drawn or computer-generated) -1 Floor plan (from actual or estimated measurements) -Prepare PowerPoint for 6 minutes in-class presentation Digital documents will be used to compile a web site of local structures, which will grow each time the class gets taught again, and act as a model and challenge for subsequent classes.
Tippecanoe Place 620 West Washington Avenue Diego Perez
Why I Chose Tippecanoe • I was fascinated by everything I saw the time I ate there although I couldn’t imagine that a family would need that big of a house to live in • Abundant information available on this building • Its enormous size • Its Romanesque architecture • A building most students are familiar with
Studabakers started in Philadelphia as German immigrants with the different last name of Studebecker John Clement Studebaker born 1790 His wife plus their 10 children moved into a log cabin south of the city of South Bend due to the economic panic of 1837 John Clement Studebaker, who was a wagon maker, was the one who built the Tippecanoe place Clement and his brother, Henry, started a wagon making business that came to be the great H&C Studebaker Company. The needed use during the Civil War contributed to the company’s success With the great wealth the Studebakers attained, Clement Studebaker decided to have himself a big house built Letting you in on some history…
…history continued. There are two theories regarding the name of this mansion. 1). The name “Tippecanoe” was chosen because it was the favorite camping site of Miami Indian chief, Tippecanoe. 2). John Clement Studebaker’s friendship with President Harrison, whose grandfather won the battle of Tippecanoe in 1811.
The Mansion! • 395 ft. x 296 ft. in addition to the 274 ft. x 90 ft. that was occupied by the carriage and greenhouse • 40 rooms • 20 fireplaces • Elevator • Estimated total cost of $300,000 including the furnishings • 1889 accepted as completion date
Tippecanoe’s Architecture • Henry Cobb (1859-1931), chosen by Mr. Studebaker, was the architect. • Romanesque • Romanesque arches w/ mediaeval entranceways, round towers, verandas, and large gables • Walls and windows formed by concrete, rough stones • Sturdy chimneys
The Man With the Plans First Level Plan
Tippecanoe Through the Years • A fire in 1889 destroyed much of the top floor and left the house to be restored to its past beauty at the lowest cost of $75,000 • Mr. Studebaker started the plans for the rebuilding process • After the unfortunate event, Mr. Studebaker provided hospitality to 150 members of the Pan-American Congress for lunch. • After Studebaker bankruptcy and the depression days, the president of the Associates Investment Company, Mr. E. M. Morris, purchased the building for $20,000 and presented it to the city for use as a handicapped children school • Red Cross used the building as its headquarters during WWII • After the war, it was used as the E.M. Morris School for Crippled Children
Open Monday-Friday at 5:00 Open Saturday at 4:30 Open Sunday at 4:00 Reservations Strongly Recommended - Please click on any of the 'Reservations'links, or call 574.234.9077 Appetizers & Soups We invite you to take the time to enjoy Tippecanoe Place as it was intended to be enjoyed. Select one of our marvelous appetizers and then sit back and savor the experience that guests of Tippecanoe Place have prized for over 100 years. $7.95 $7.95 Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail Chef’s Featured Appetizer Baked Brie $2.95 Smoked Salmon $6.45 Soup du Jour $2.95 French Onion Soup $2.95 $6.95 Escargot Our onion soup is made from thinly sliced onions, sherry, and beef stock. Before serving, we cover it with a large crouton, Swiss and Parmesan cheeses, then broil it to a golden brown. Roasted and stuffed with shrimp and fresh spinach in a light cream sauce. Topped with browned Monterey Jack and Parmesan cheeses. Jumbo Tiger shrimp served with our zesty cocktail sauce. In the Studebaker family tradition, each day our Chef will prepare an imaginative creation to whet your appetite. Stuffed Portobello Mushroom Our Chef prepares all of our delicious soups from scratch. Mild French cheese with a light crust and soft center. Baked in a rich garlic butter and accompanied by toast points. Atlantic cold smoked salmon served with traditional accompaniments. $6.95 Dinner Entrées - Tippecanoe Traditions Over the past century, many special recipes have come and gone. These exceptional entreés have withstood the test of time and are presented to provide you with the opportunity to taste some truly traditional favorites. Every entrée at Tippecanoe Place includes fresh, hot bread with butter, seasonal vegetable of the day, and our featured salad. Our Exquisite Dinner Menu | Sumptuous Lunch Menu | Sunday Brunch MenuDelectable Appetizers & Soups for Dinner | Dinner Entrées | Wine List Extraordinaire Tippecanoe Today Today, it’s a restaurant serving outrageously priced meals!
Research I knew that there would have to be abundant information. With this in mind, I found my two most helpful sources. Romine, Joan. Tippecanoe Place. Southhold Restorations Inc. South Bend, IN. July 1972 The Tippecanoe website-http://www.tippe.com
Documentation of a Historical Structure Melissa Young December 6, 2005
320 Division St.Elkhart, IN • Built 1920 • Typical Vernacular Gabled-ell structure • Historical since 1982
Front Elevation • Wood siding • Some original windows
Getting to know 320 • 3 Bedroom, 1 ½ bath, 1 ½ stories • 1224 total finished square feet • 9 feet high interior ceilings on 1st floor • Outside Yard = 33 feet wide and 132 feet deep • Owner is Virginia Rushing now, when built owners name was Worth S. VanHarlingen
Rules of being a historic structure • Must keep original pieces whenever possible • Some paint colors need to be approved • Central air units must be on rear side of the property • House is an expression of its era and needs to be preserved at all costs!
Skills Learned -Local history research -Protection of historic structures -Architectural styles and features -Access to tax and building records -Image manipulation -PowerPoint presentations -Public Speaking -Civic responsibility for architectural and urban heritage -Power of vote and activism to affect own living environment
