ca. 1979. Unidentified house in Tacoma, circa 1979. The building next door looks like a church.

Houses--Tacoma--1970-1980;

ca. 1979. Unidentified house on a large lot with overgrown weeds and trees.

Houses--Tacoma; Building deterioration--Tacoma--1970-1980;

ca. 1979. Donald McDonald double house, built 1888, at 1346 Fawcett Ave. The house was later further divided into apartments. On the left is a dry cleaners.

Duplexes--Tacoma;

This Midway-area residential community would soon be receiving the benefits of a new sewer project in February of 1969. An employee of Wilson Construction Co., based in University Place, kneels next to a child's blackboard with pertinent job information. Photograph ordered by Wilson Construction Co.

Houses--1960-1970; Sewers; Wilson Construction Co. (University Place); Blackboards; Signs (Notices);

Exterior view of the Beckonridge Country Apartments. Those contemplating residing in the Beckonridge could stop by the manager's unit in May of 1969. The homes were artfully designed of wood to blend in with the prevailing trees. Carports were provided for this University Place development. The Beckonridge Country Apartments were celebrating a grand opening in late May of 1969. Located at 52nd & Bristonwood in the Beckonridge community of University Place, the 1-2 bedroom apartments were constructed by Fister Construction of Fircrest. In keeping with the natural setting, all utilities were underground and the units were equipped with all-electric appliances. Photograph ordered by Fister Construction. (TNT- Ad 5-23-69, A-4; TNT- Ad 5-25-69, A-13)

Housing developments--University Place--1960-1970; Beckonridge Country Apartments (University Place);

Bellevue apartment house. This unidentified apartment house in Bellevue overlooked a tranquil body of water in March of 1970. The contemporary structure's units had balconies on al four floors. The apartments were located at 6001 - 140th N.E., Bellevue. Photograph ordered by W-O Co., Bellevue.

Apartment houses--Bellevue; Bodies of water--Bellevue;

September Song model home. The "September Song" was one of a new line of lower priced homes built by Evergreen State Builders in the new Lacey-area Travera community in 1969. It, along with "April Love" and "Junebug," would be open for inspection the last weekend in September with the official opening of Travera. "September Song" appeared to be a one-and-one half story wood framed building with stone accents; it was designed by architect W.A. Wollander to contain a two-car attached garage and a mansard roof. Prices for the new Evergreen State Builders homes in Travera started at $16,950. Photograph ordered by Evergreen State Builders. (TNT 9-28-69, B-5)

Houses--Lacey; Model houses--Lacey;

Nestled among tall firs and adjoining what is believed to be Oakbrook Golf Course is a 4-plex built by Sullivan Construction. The contemporary units had unique Mansard roofs. Two golfers are spotted on April 30, 1971, on the golf course along with their golf carts. The 4-plex was located at 7802-08 Ruby Dr. S.W. in Lakewood. Color photograph ordered by Sullivan Construction.

Apartments--Lakewood--1970-1980; Golf--Lakewood--1970-1980; Golfers--Lakewood--1970-1980;

Magenta model home. Located in the Oxford development in Old Steilacoom, the "Magenta," built by Leroy Crest of Crest Builders and open for touring during the 1972 Tacoma Home Show, fit snugly close to the ground on a wooded lot with landscaped front and back yards. Extensive amounts of beauty bark have been utilized to present a pleasing appearance. The L-shaped home came equipped with a double-car garage. Color photograph ordered by the Home Builders Association of Greater Tacoma. (TNT 3-27-72, p. 7-ad; TNT 3-27-72, p. 9 -article)

Houses--Steilacoom--1970-1980; Model houses--Steilacoom;

Copy of customer print. Undated color photograph of interior of cedar home. This is possibly the interior of the home pictured at D162744, image 1c. An elk's head is mounted high on the cedar paneled walls of the home's living room. A staircase with wrought iron railings leads to the upper level, perhaps a loft. Photograph ordered by Silvad, Inc., on December 16, 1972.

Houses; Hunting trophies; Stairways;

Dedications. City Manager David Rowlands is flanked by Mrs. S. David Hunter and Mrs. Willie E. Crawford, members of the Civic & Progressive Club that sponsored the naming of the community room at the newly completed 77-unit senior citizens apartment building at So. 12th & "M," on November 24, 1968. Mr. Rowlands is holding the plaque honoring the late Rev. E.B. Wilson, longtime Bethlehem Baptist Church member and minister, after whom the community room will be named. Another member of the Civic & Progressive Club, Mrs. Franklin D. Burgess, is believed to be standing second to the right. Photograph ordered by Riconoscuito Advertising. (TNT 11-24-68, B-17, D-8)

Apartment houses--Tacoma--1960-1970; Building dedications--Tacoma--1960-1970; Dedications--Tacoma--1960-1970; Plaques--Tacoma; Rowlands, David;

Model home "Catalina." The contemporary "Catalina" split-level model home was possibly located in either the Twin Lakes or Westway neighborhoods of Federal Way in 1969. The wood framed house had three separate shake roofs, including one on the attached garage. The lot was nicely landscaped with young trees and shrubs. A copy of this photograph was made for the Seattle P-I newspaper. Photograph ordered by McMullen Marketing Associates, Bellevue.

Houses--Federal Way--1960-1970; Model houses--Federal Way;

View of contemporary rambler on large treed lot. This home was built by Canyon Construction and Realty and located in the rural 168th & 17th Ave. E. vicinity. The home's front entrance was framed with an A-shaped roof extension. It had a one-car attached garage. Photograph ordered by Canyon Construction and Realty.

Houses--Washington;

The Georgetown model home. Built for the 1976 Tacoma Home Show by Heritage Homecrafters, the 3,600 sq.ft. "Georgetown" was designed by Pete Naccarato. The home had five bedrooms and three full baths. View of one of the bedrooms shows the wall-to-wall carpeting, flowered drapery, stuffed chair and four-poster bed. A bit of the outdoors is brought inside with the addition of a potted tree. Photograph ordered by Homebuilders Association of Greater Tacoma. (TNT 3-8-76, Home Show insert)

Model houses--Puyallup--1970-1980; Houses--Puyallup--1970-1980; Bedrooms--Puyallup--1970-1980; Beds; Greater Tacoma Home Show (Tacoma);

Rear-and-side view of contemporary home shown in D168533, image 1. Attention is drawn to the unusual large wood-framed chimney. The home's skylights would help to brighten the interiors. The builder, believed to be Holly Homes, Inc., has left many trees as part of the landscaping. Photograph ordered by Homebuilders Association of Greater Tacoma.

Houses--1970-1980;

Bathroom. This is believed to be the bathroom attached to the master bedroom shown in D168533, image 8. The wide doorway would make the bathroom wheelchair accessible. This view indicates that there was a stand-alone glassed shower. A double-sink and plenty of cabinet space were included in the large bathroom. Photograph ordered by Homebuilders Association of Greater Tacoma.

Houses--1970-1980; Bathrooms; Bathtubs & showers;

A small sitting/living room with fireplace adjoins the dining area in the contemporary home pictured above. Track lighting in addition to large windows helps to make the room airy and light. The walls and carpeting both appear light in color, helping to off-set the darker wood furniture. Photograph ordered by Homebuilders Association of Greater Tacoma.

Houses--1970-1980; Dining tables; Fireplaces;

Bathroom in model home. "Panorama One" was Crest Builders' entry for the 1979 Tacoma Home Show. This is a view of the luxurious bathroom believed to be part of the master bedroom in the 4,800 square foot home. The bathtub and tiled shower were separated with an abundance of foliage adjoining the tub. A handy portable towel rack was set next to the tub. Ceiling skylights and etched leaded glass accented the large bathroom. The master bath also contained walk-in closets, a linen closet, separate vanities and a Jacuzzi. Thick carpeting covered the floor. "Panorama One" was the largest model home of the three constructed for the Home Show. It was located in the Summerset subdivision overlooking the Narrows in Northwest Tacoma. Photograph ordered by the Homebuilders Association of Greater Tacoma. (TNT 3-18-79, Home Show insert, p. 21-article)

Model houses--Tacoma--1970-1980; Bathrooms--Tacoma--1970-1980; Bathtubs & showers--Tacoma--1970-1980;

Night exposure possibly of Season-Master model home taken on August 21, 1951. Carpeted living room with modernistic furniture and part of the dining room can be seen through the large picture window, portions of which can open for fresh air. There is a brick fireplace with wood nearby. Added feature to this home is extra open storage near the ceiling where plants can be displayed. Photograph ordered by Al La Pierre, Budget Homes, Inc.

Houses--1950-1960; Living rooms--1950-1960; Fireplaces;

It was a busy time for Tacoma-area builders and realtors. 25,000 people were expected to visit the over fifty open houses during National Home Week held on September 9-16, 1951. View of typical rambler on display with one-car garage, chimney, and two/three bedrooms. Prices were about $10,000 for these one-story homes. This is possibly located at 7015 86th St. S.W.

Houses--Tacoma--1950-1960; National Home Week;

National Home Week in 1951 fell in September. Dozens of new homes were on display in the Tacoma area for eager home buyers. One-story ramblers could be purchased for slightly under $10,000 with low down payments for G.I.'s. View of rambler with chimney, shutters, and one-car attached garage on mature lot.

Houses--Tacoma--1950-1960; National Home Week;

Several interior and exterior exposures were taken of homes located in the Orchard Park addition at North 31st and Cheyenne Streets in August, 1951. This compact kitchen in the model home located at 3129 North Cheyenne Street appears to be square shaped with plenty of cupboard and drawer space. Gleaming white appliances conveniently placed adjacent to the shiny new formica counter tops would make kitchen chores much easier for the homeowner. A small dining room table is handy to the stove. The model home was a 1 1/2 story with full basement and garage. Asking price was $11,460, according to the nearly full page ad in the News Tribune. Photograph commissioned by L. Leo Green, Real Estate. (TNT 8-5-51, p. B-12)

Housing--Tacoma--1950-1960; Kitchens--Tacoma--1950-1960; Houses--Tacoma--1950-1960;

One-story ramblers were popular in the 1950's; many came with one-car attached garages. View of small one-story home with shutters and vine-covered trellis. House appears to be made of concrete block and wood. Photograph ordered by Phares Advertising Agency, Seattle.

Houses--1950-1960; Trellises; Shutters; Phares Advertising Agency (Seattle);

The E. Gundersons are shown relaxing and reading in the living room of their Monte Vista Court trailer home in October, 1951. Mrs. Gunderson is perusing Screen Stories magazine while retired Army sergeant Gunderson turns the pages of his book. Their cat "Bluff" reclines in its bed. The living room is well ventilated with several windows, complete with blinds and curtains. There is room for a large sofa and several chairs on the carpeted floor. Photograph ordered by Trailer Life, Los Angeles.

Trailers--Lakewood--1950-1960; Living rooms--Lakewood--1950-1960; Gunderson, E.--Homes & haunts; Gunderson, E.--Family; Reading--Lakewood; Cats;

View of new homes in Mountbrook Manor. Situated on wooded lots, Mountbrook Manor consisted of several new ramblers. In a photograph taken on March 15, 1952, several one-story homes are shown with attached one-car garages. Large pipes are visible in the lot left of the finished homes. Photograph ordered by Lakewood Realty.

Houses--1950-1960; Lakewood Realty (Lakewood);

An example of cement block construction is this one-story home with a two-car garage. The house is built in the ranch-style manner with long, horizontal lines and shallow-pitched roof. The backyard is filled with tall trees. An automobile with license plate A260733 is parked in the garage. Photograph ordered by Phares Advertising Agency, Seattle.

Houses--1950-1960; Phares Advertising Agency (Seattle);

Phares Advertising Agency of Seattle commissioned a number of photographs of one-story wood block houses in late October, 1951. These homes may have been in the same housing development; view of one-story ranch style residence with fireplace. This home had a one-car garage.

Houses--1950-1960; Phares Advertising Agency (Seattle);

This small one-story ranch style home is house #24203. The house is apparently made out of wood and block construction; it has a one-car attached garage. There are vine-covered trellises at the home's entrance. A small picket fence with an arched gate is to the rear of the residence. Photograph taken on October 31, 1951; ordered by Phares Advertising Agency, Seattle.

Houses--1950-1960; Trellises; Fences; Phares Advertising Agency (Seattle);

Cartosian carpet in the Lakewood home of the Fred Urbans as pictured in this September 20, 1951 photograph. Large living room with couch group by three wall windows. Piano across from fireplace with chair groupings to the left. (T.N.T.).

Living rooms--Lakewood--1950-1960; Urban, Fred--Homes & haunts; Pianos; Floor coverings;

Exterior of the snow-dusted home of William J. and Eva B. Parker. The three-story, Spanish-style house with a tile roof and stucco exterior was built in 1928 for James L. Garvin. A Mercury or Hudson automobile is parked on the other side of the street. William J. Parker was president of Parker Paint Manufacturing Company.

Houses--Tacoma--1950-1960; Parker, William J.--Homes & haunts; Automobiles--Tacoma--1950-1960;