For all our architecture enthusiasts, let’s journey through the Golden State and unearth the enchanting tale behind California architecture. The rustic, perfectly sunbaked bricks of adobe structures aren’t just for taking selfies in front of; they tell a story rooted...
The California State Capitol building was built in 1874. In 1973, this California landmark was listed on the National Register of Historic Places and in 1974, the California Capitol was officially listed as a California Historical Landmark. The California State...
Sacramento architect Edwin Kado designed the Sacramento Ziggurat, which sits on the Sacramento River. He designed the Ziggurat to resemble the ancient Ziggurats of Mesopotamia, which were massive pyramid-like structures built by the Sumerians, Babylonians, and...
The Leland Stanford Mansion is one of the most prominent examples of Sacramento architecture; its history will blow you away. Designed by architect Seth Babson and built by Sheldon Fogus in 1856, Leland Stanford purchased this beautiful piece of Sacramento...
Seeking some architectural inspiration around Orange County? Go take a trip to the Old Orange County Courthouse, located at 211 W. Santa Ana Blvd in Santa Ana, California. Initially built in 1901, the Old Orange County Courthouse underwent significant changes and...
The Palm Springs Modernism Show is the Coachella of mid-century modernist design and architecture. Ironically, it’s held in the Palm Springs area in the Coachella Valley. Modernism Week is an 11-day event that runs this year from February 16-26. This also includes the...
