Swimming pool at the Lively Oaks. The Lively Oaks Apartments, located at the entrance to the Oakbrook housing development, provided an enclosed, heated kidney-shaped swimming pool for its residents. Regardless of the weather, tenants could swim in a temperature-controlled setting. Large picture windows supplied natural light to the area. Ads for the apartments stressed the country club atmosphere including the heated indoor and outdoor pools, saunas, and health spas. Rents were listed as $95-135. Photograph ordered by Fairway Investments, Inc. (TNT ad 10-15-67, D-18)
Billiard playing at the Lively Oaks clubhouse. The young clientele of the Lively Oaks Apartments in Oakbrook enjoyed the many amenities of the upscale apartment complex in 1967. Residents were entitled to membership in the Lively Oaks clubhouse which offered a deluxe poolroom. Earth tones utilized on the walls, beams, draperies and tiled floor brought a warm atmosphere to the facility. There was even a brown wall clock marked with billiard balls denoting the hours. Color photograph ordered by Fairway Investments, Inc.
Exterior of Lively Oaks Apartments. "Come Live the Good Life," was the slogan used in promoting the Lively Oaks Apartments. Located at the entrance to the Oakbrook housing development in Lakewood, the Lively Oaks' wood exterior blended in with the suburban feel of the area, providing a country club atmosphere. Two-story units were nestled among the firs and oaks of Oakbrook; covered parking was provided for tenants. Photograph ordered by Fairway Investments, Inc. (TNT ad 10-15-67, D-18)
Clubhouse at Lively Oaks. The Lively Oaks, an upscale apartment complex located at the entrance to the Oakbrook housing development, had a members-only clubhouse in 1967. Wrought-iron lamps fastened to the brick entryway framed the black double doors. Apartment residents could socialize and just plain relax with fellow tenants. Color photograph ordered by Fairway Investments, Inc.
ca. 1964. View of the modern two-story Kon-Tiki Apartments. Named after the Polynesian sun king, the Kon-Tiki was built by H.A. Briggs Co. It was located at 5013 Sixth Ave. The Kon-Tiki held an open house in June, 1963. Photograph ordered by National Lumber Manufacturing Assn., Washington, D.C.
Columns accentuate this Colonial-styled unidentified brick home in July, 1965. A gently curving porch provides shade and shelter for those wanting to view the nicely landscaped yard. An unusual wrought iron bench with portraits on the backrests is placed under a window.
A unique stone walkway leads to the recessed entrance of this unidentified brick-and-wood home in July, 1965. A non-traditional chimney tops the shake roof. A short hedge is designed to curve along the walkway.
A comfortable contemporary styled home was photographed during the summer of 1965. The one-story home had a shake roof and brick covered foundation. Thick growth of shrubs and plants surround the house. The grass appears to be neatly trimmed.
A small boy looks out over the railing of this unidentified home's balcony in the summer of 1965. A cement outdoor staircase leads down to the fenced yard from the upper levels of the house. A more complete view of the home can be found at A145558-4.
Unique curved roofline provides adequate shade for wicker and wooden chairs, including a hanging chair, for this unidentified home in 1965. Chairs are placed on patio near wooden storage units built onto the home.
Unidentified two-story home with second-floor balcony; this is possibly the back view of the home. Long winding set of stairs leads down to rustic fenced yard. Glass walls are numerous in buildings in rear.
Two-story contemporary home of State Farm agent William O'Brien. The North Lexington St. home had a fenced back yard, natural landscaping, and patio area compete with lawn chairs and wooden picnic table. The second floor balcony extended the length of the house. Photograph ordered by Pierce County Federal Savings & Loan.
Houses--Tacoma--1960-1970; O' Brien, William--Homes & haunts; Fences--Tacoma;
An eye-catching swimming pool area is a highlight of the luxurious new Four Fountains apartment complex in an October 5, 1963, photograph. Bordered by natural rock, the enormous sunken courtyard contains a 42' wide, heated swimming pool in the shape of the complex's symbol, a fleur-de-lis. The pool was wired for underwater hi-fi music. Plenty of lounge chairs and beach tables provide a welcoming sight to apartment residents. A recreation building and a party room are located nearby. The Four Fountains would host an open house on October 13, 1963, so that potential renters could view the all-electric units, each containing fireplaces, wall-to-wall carpeting, slate entryways and patios/lanais. Photograph ordered by H.A. Briggs. (TNT 7-21-63, B-4, TNT 10-13-63, B-6)
Four Fountains Apartments (Lakewood); Housing developments--Lakewood; Swimming pools--Lakewood;
A large, tranquil swimming pool is surrounded on all sides by apartments in the Miramar complex. The Olympic-size pool shared space in the courtyard with a landscaped garden terrace. The luxurious four-story Miramar Apartments opened in the fall of 1963. These beautiful apartments were designed for privacy and view. Stromberg Building Enterprises were the contractors with Mel Brewster as superintendent of construction. Photograph ordered by Stromberg Building Enterprises. (TNT 9-22-63, A-11)
View of Charclay Apartments taken on April 22, 1964. Signage besides the narrow apartment house reads "New Home Coast Calendar Co. Advertising Specialties." Photograph ordered by Coast Calendar Co.
Interior of Lakebay home. Expansive A-frame Olson home in Lakebay features extensive glass to capture waterfront views and steeply pitched ceilings of natural wood. View of water can be appreciated even on foggy days. Large wooden statue with sweeping wings on deck to welcome any travelers. Photograph ordered by the Weyerhaeuser Co.
Mayfair housing development, July, 1964 View of contemporary split-level home in George Barclay's Mayfair Estates located in the Parkland area. Curved steps lead to entryway. Large brick chimney, two-car attached garage. Neatly trimmed lawn bordered with small shrubs and trees. Photograph ordered by American Builder, San Gabriel, CA.
View of wood framed home with deck overlooking serene lake, taken on behalf of the Weyerhaeuser Co. in January, 1962. The use of rough, natural wood and rock garden featuring large boulder near front door appears to blend the home with the natural setting. The location of the home was not identified.
Very contemporary home used as model home for the 1962 Seattle World's Fair. Located in the Inverness Development on a hill above the Sand Point Naval Air Station, this two-level home was wood framed with recessed doors and covered porch. Unique feature was the use of raised peak-shaped roofs to provide plenty of natural lighting. The home may have been owned by Doral Bardley. Photograph ordered by Georgia-Pacific Corporation, Portland.
Model houses--Seattle; Houses--Seattle--1960-1970;
Showcase home for 1962 Seattle World's Fair. Yvonne Grennam of Seattle opens the oven in the ultra-modern kitchen of the model home located in the Inverness Development on the hill above Sand Point Naval Air Station. This home would be used in the Seattle World's Fair to showcase contemporary living. Note the extensive use of wood in the kitchen, including covering the refrigerator door, dropped lighting, and modern kitchen chairs. Narrow rectangular windows were built high on the walls; roof is unusually shaped above kitchen, coming to a peak. Photograph ordered by Georgia-Pacific Corporation, Portland.
Dining room. The presence of highly polished wood is highlighted in this 1962 photograph of a Raft Island dining room. A rectangular table, leaves folded, is decorated with two candelabra and a small floral display. China and stemware are present for viewing behind glass-enhanced wall cabinets. Long built-in wooden cabinets with marble-like tops are situated below them. The ceiling is accented by one exposed wooden beam from which a singular lamp dangles. Photograph ordered by the Weyerhaeuser Co.
Exterior of Longbranch home. This cedar and stone summer beach house owed by Mr. and Mrs. William L. Dafoe of Seattle won first prize in the Western Homes Awards sponsored by the American Institute of Architects and Sunset Magazine. The waterfront home featured covered wooden walkways and large view windows. The front entrance was reached by a series of these covered walkways, specifically planned around native evergreens, fern gardens and rock coverings. Driftwood and live trees were artfully mingled. The home was designed by Seattle architects Kirk, Wallace, McKinley and Associates so that the main rooms would take full advantage of beach views. Photograph ordered by the Weyerhaeuser Co. (TNT 10-6-63, B-8)
Dafoe, William L.--Homes & haunts; Houses--Longbranch; Covered walks--Longbranch;
Exterior of Raft Island home. This two-story rustic home is believed to be on Raft Island. Its many windows and lengthy balcony would appear to take advantage of possibly a waterfront view. The home features a wood exterior and shake roof, topped off with a television antenna. Photograph ordered by the Weyerhaeuser Co.
Living room. This spacious Raft Island living room may be associated with the home viewed at A136307-4. It features high open beam ceilings, large brick fireplace, view windows from which a balcony can be glimpsed, and modernistic furniture. A portion of the lower section of the home can be seen through the open doorway. Photograph ordered by the Weyerhaeuser Co.
ca. 1963. Stadium District neighborhood ca. 1963. Elevated look toward Mt. Rainier, Stadium High School can be glimpsed on the left side of photograph along South Stadium Way. Street on right center, intersecting No. 1st, is Tacoma Avenue So. Large Mission-styled building on right side is Walker Chevrolet. Tall building on extreme right side is believed to be the Park Towers. Romanesque structure around the curve on Tacoma Avenue So. is the well-known First Presbyterian Church.
Neighborhoods--Tacoma--1960-1970; Rainier, Mount (Wash.); Stadium High School (Tacoma); Walker Chevrolet Co. (Tacoma); First Presbyterian Church (Tacoma);
ca. 1961. Side-view from south Stadium Way of eight-story reinforced concrete apartment building under construction in early 1961, taken as scenic and stock footage for 1961. GMC truck with "Lantz" painted on it is on sidewalk area in front of building. These are the Sky Terrace Apartments located at 235 Broadway. The balconies are on the rear of the building. Robert Billsbrough Price was the architect, O & M Builders Supply the builder, and Ostruske-Murphy, Inc., the contractor of the project.
Building construction--Tacoma--1960-1970; Apartment houses--Tacoma--1960-1970; Sky Terrace Apartments (Tacoma);
ca. 1961. 1961 scenic and stock footage. Sky Terrace Apartments, an eight-story reinforced concrete structure, under construction in early 1961. The 39-unit apartment building was designed by Robert Billsbrough Price with Ostruske-Murphy, Inc. as contractors. The $750,000 structure would consist of one and two bedroom apartments with views of Commencement Bay. This view is of the rear of the Sky Terrace. The building was expected to be completed in July, 1961. (TNT 1-25-61, B-4)
Building construction--Tacoma--1960-1970; Apartment houses--Tacoma--1960-1970; Sky Terrace Apartments (Tacoma);
Contemporary home with beautiful view of the Narrows Bridge, ca. 1961. Apparently built on a hillside, this modern home appears to have large skylights and a two-car garage. Two vehicles are parked nearby. This is the home of George Franklin at 636 No. Fairview Dr., and was built for him by famed Tacoma architect, Robert Billsbrough Price about 1956. Mr. Price built schools, temples and even a fire station. The William Weaver family were the second owners of the home, living there from about 1972 to 2003. (Additional information provided by a reader)
This row of classic older homes was photographed on behalf of architects Liddle & Jones on June 29, 1961. They, and others, were located on South Yakima, between Sixth Avenue and 8th St. Home in the center of photograph appears to be of the Queen Anne style. The large home was constructed mostly of brick with steeply pitched gabled roof, dormers, and a turret. Built on a smoothly sloped lot, it is separated from neighboring homes by hedges.
Pearson, Anderson & Pearson of the Rust Bldg. requested photographs of the intersection of Sixth Avenue and Stevens to be taken shortly before noon on June 24, 1961. These photographs were to be used in the case of William Heath vs. Yellow Cab. Bob's S&S Tire Service and the Narrows Bowling Alley can be seen on the left side of the street. A man and a woman are waiting, possibly for the bus, at the Sixth Ave. Drugstore on the right. TPL-9167
