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Free Talk: Chris Lukather on Cinderella Homes

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Post published:January 26, 2020
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Architecture fans are in for a treat. This February 23rd at 2 p.m., author Chris Lukather will talk about his new book, The Cinderella Homes of Jean Vandruff. Cinderella homes are a whimsical variation on traditional tract homes that turn suburban neighborhoods into storybook lands, complete with swooping gables, shake shingle roofs, and faux medieval designs. Never seen one? You don’t have to go far to find them. Costa Mesa has its own set of Cinderella homes…

Willard Jordan, AIA, called Nabers Cadillac at 2600 Harbor Boulevard “as good as I have ever designed.”

The Lost Landmarks of Mayor Willard T. Jordan

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Post published:April 1, 2019
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We look at the lost legacy of Mayor Willard T. Jordan's favorite architectural designs.

Mesa Verde Library: Bold Architectural Beauty

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Post published:February 1, 2018
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The Mesa Verde Library was designed by architects Schwager, Desatoff & Henderson, the firm responsible for the Costa Mesa Civic Center, the former Edwards Theater on Adams, and Fire Station #4 on Placentia. “Modern” was the most common way to describe the branch on opening day. Commentators praised the “lofted solar reading room,” the four patios, the dumb waiter, and, surprisingly, the fact it was carpeted. While some things have changed — the full-moon circulation desk has…

Free Talk: Chris Lukather on Cinderella Homes

The Lost Landmarks of Mayor Willard T. Jordan

Mesa Verde Library: Bold Architectural Beauty

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