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Pomeroy Green | |
 Pomeroy Green Building | |
  Pomeroy Green Location in Santa Clara County | |
| Location | 1087-1151 Pomeroy Avenue Santa Clara, California, US |
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| Coordinates | 37°20′44″N 121°59′15″W / 37.34556°N 121.98750°W / 37.34556; -121.98750 |
| Area | 6.5 acres (2.6 ha) |
| Built | 1961 |
| Built by | Joseph Eichler |
| Architect |
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| Architectural style | Mid-century modern |
| Website | pomeroygreen.org |
| NRHP reference No. | 100006330[1] |
| Added to NRHP | March 24, 2021 |
Pomeroy Green is an example of Eichler Homes' Mid-century modern architectural style, located in Santa Clara, California, USA. The two-story housing complex features sixteen multifamily buildings, each providing a range of configurations per building. Accompanied by a clubhouse, the complex is situated amidst landscaped grounds. Constructed in 1961, it holds historical significance for its innovative cluster development approach. Spearheaded by real estate developer Joseph Eichler, the district was designed by architect Claude Oakland in collaboration with landscape architects Sasaki, Walker and Associates. Pomeroy Green was registered on the National Register of Historic Places on March 24, 2021.[2][3]
History
The Pomeroy Green housing complex is located on the northeastern intersection of Pomeroy Avenue and Benton Street, next to the western boundaries of the city of Santa Clara, California. The complex occupies a primarily residential-zoned area of the city. The locale comprises tract homes, schools, and a church, constructed in 1961 by real estate developer Joseph Eichler (1900-1974).[2]
Consisting of sixteen multifamily buildings featuring diverse layouts, with each building accommodating a range of two-story townhouses, alongside a clubhouse set within meticulously landscaped surroundings. The initial design of both site plans and residences was spearheaded by architect Claude Oakland, in collaboration with landscape architects from Sasaki, Walker and Associates.[2]
On July 7, 1961, The Peninsula Times Tribune reported the inauguration of Pomeroy Green, a $1.6 million (equivalent to $16,313,586 in 2023) complex featuring 78 "suburban townhouses," constructed by Eichler Homes, Inc., on former orchard grounds. These townhouses boast four bedrooms, two and a half baths, a multipurpose room, and private garden patios.[4]
Eichler embarked on various experiments with multifamily communities, ranging from garden apartments to high-rises. His Pomeroy Green townhouse concept gained popularity, featuring shared landscaped grounds and amenities such as a community swimming pool. Pomeroy Green thrived due to its appeal to the burgeoning baby boomer generation. These innovative housing options catered to a diverse range of households, including divorced families, single-parent families, dual-commute families, small families, and single-person households.[5]
Since its inception, Pomeroy Green has functioned as a resident-owned multi-family housing cooperative. Owners act as shareholders within the cooperative, enjoying exclusive use of their respective townhouse units. The complex is governed by an elected Board of Directors comprised of five shareholders, who convene monthly to establish maintenance and occupancy guidelines. Day-to-day operations are overseen by a skilled property manager under the oversight of the Board. The original construction underwent inspections by both the Federal Housing Administration and city building inspectors.[2]
Pomeroy Green's success paved the way for the development of Pomeroy West in 1963, another Eichler Homes endeavor characterized by Mid-century Modern aesthetics, situated on the opposite side of the street to the west. These two complexes share many architectural similarities.[6]
Design
The buildings are strategically oriented along a north-south or east-west orientation, designed to surround motor courts, parking lots, or communal spaces. Constructed with concrete block walls and post-and-beam structures, they allow for extensive glass windows and sliding doors at both the front and rear of each townhouse. Wood siding and stucco panels adorn the exterior walls. Uniform in size, each townhouse within a building mirror its adjacent neighbor. Minor alterations have been made over time, such as the replacement of doors and windows, installation of fireplaces, and the addition of extra parking spaces. Overall, the district is well-maintained and preserves its historical integrity.[2]
The buildings encompass a central communal area featuring a clubhouse and pool. Additionally, social, and recreational amenities comprise a play area and basketball court. The clubhouse has a modern construction and style akin to the townhouses. On one side of the room, there are floor-to-ceiling stationary windows and sliding glass doors are seamlessly integrated into the post-and-beam framework, offering picturesque views of the pool and deck. Extending beyond the glass wall towards the pool and deck, the beams and roof provide shade from the summer sun while drawing focus towards the outdoor surroundings.[2]
Historical status
Pomeroy Green was nominated to the National Register of Historic Places on January 29, 2021.[3] Pomeroy Green stands as historically significant in both Community Planning and Development for its innovative implementation of cluster development practices and in the realms of Architecture and Landscape Architecture, showcasing distinctive features of Modern building design, materials, and techniques designed by the regional builder Joseph Eichler, architect Claude Oakland, and landscape architects Sasaki, Walker and Associates.[2]
See also
References
- ^ "National Register of Historic Places". National Park Service. March 24, 2021. Retrieved April 2, 2024.
- ^ a b c d e f g Kenneth Kratz (July 2020). "National Register of Historic Places Registration Form" (PDF). United States Department of the Interior National Park Service. Retrieved April 2, 2024.
- ^ a b "2021 Actions Taken". Office of Historic Preservation. January 29, 2021. Retrieved April 2, 2024.
- ^ Bob Slayman (July 7, 1961). "Eichler embarks on new venture". Palo Alto, California: The Peninsula Times Tribune. Retrieved April 3, 2024.
- ^ Lasner, Matthew (2012). High Life Condo Living in the Suburban Century. Yale University Press. ISBN 978-0-300-26934-5. Retrieved April 2, 2024.
- ^ "New Eichler Apartments". The Times. San Mateo, California. October 29, 1963. Retrieved April 3, 2024.
External links
- Offical Website
- Pomeroy Green
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