Article: Usonian-esque in Cape Girardeau on NRHP

DavidC · Post by **DavidC** » Wed Mar 30, 2016 7:57 am

Cape house in style of Frank Lloyd Wright added to historic register

I looked on John Geiger's apprentice list and the name "John L.E. Boardman" does not show up there.

David

SREcklund · Post by **SREcklund** » Wed Mar 30, 2016 10:19 am

Having a difficult time understanding what this house has going for it to justify the designation beyond being "the first mid-century modern dwelling listed in Cape Girardeau County". Seems a bit weak ...

Wrighter · Post by **Wrighter** » Wed Mar 30, 2016 1:18 pm

No evidence of a Wright connection:

Boardman grew up in Sikeston and played clarinet in a swing band while attending Southeast. After serving in the Navy in World War II, he went to Iowa State University, graduating with honors from the School of Architecture in 1950.

SDR · Post by **SDR** » Wed Mar 30, 2016 1:47 pm

Roderick Grant · Post by **Roderick Grant** » Wed Mar 30, 2016 1:52 pm

Nice MCM in a nice neighborhood, although a bit too close to the "Show Me Center," whatever that is.

The shed roof over the clerestories is odd, like the house is peeking at the passing traffic.

Paul Ringstrom · Post by **Paul Ringstrom** » Wed Mar 30, 2016 5:38 pm

Realtor Listing:
http://www.realtor.com/realestateandhom ... 5354-72392

DavidC · Post by **DavidC** » Mon Apr 11, 2016 8:05 am

Preservation of historic buildings shows pride

David

jmcnally · Post by **jmcnally** » Mon Apr 11, 2016 9:09 am

I think it's an interesting home, and MCM homes deserve placement on the Register. I would say it conforms to criteria for placement on the list:

(from Wikipedia)
Criterion C: "Design/Construction," concerns the distinctive characteristics of the building by its architecture and construction, including having great artistic value or being the work of a master.

Once again, the sin here might be invoking Wright's name when its actual designer deserves the recognition.

clydethecat · Post by **clydethecat** » Mon Apr 11, 2016 9:46 pm

1 BR, 3 baths? At least it's cheap.