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Friday, July 18, 2008

Deco District 2-1 Spanish Colonial Revival

Deco District 2-1 Spanish Colonial Revival 
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Historically and Architecturally Significant San Antonio Vintage Homes

Terra Cotta Tile Mosaic

Architectural Analysis

By: Architectural Historian Shelley Roff, Ph.D.

The Frida Kahlo light switch plate in the kitchen says it all. Bright and earthy Mexican colors; imagery of an luscious tropical garden with monkey; Frida standing in the foreground in a gorgeous old-fashioned dress, flower-ornamented hair piled on top of her head.....waiting.

The Rosewood property lacks the tropical garden, however the whimsical curves of the chimney, arches and wall planes extending from the house give it a picturesque quality that beckons Frida to emerge from the bright zinnia-orange entry court.

To be a part of the story, you must enter through the whitewashed walls and sky blue lined arches that lead into the entry court. Before you enter, you are greeted by a Mexican tile plaque over the entry way that states "Bienvenidos: Mi casa es su casa" (Welcome: My house is your house"). The interior is just as fun and inviting.

In the living area, a prominent painted-block fireplace with a chunky wood mantle recalls heavy Spanish colonial furniture, and it is set off by a terra cotta, rust and yellow tile mosaic at its base. The fireplace is complimented by windows on each side with attractive wood shutters.

The arches on the exterior of the house are carried inside to a few interior details. Notice the telephone niche in the dining room (requisite in a 1920s house), which is framed by a semi-circular arch. The Spanish-style arches are highlighted in yellow over the kitchen sink and cabinets.

The house is also ornamented with other magical curiosities, mostly with curving plant-inspired motifs. Check out the antique floral design of the pewter light switch plate in the dining area; the curly-q cut-out design under the kitchen shelves; the cut-out panels of the front bathroom cabinets; and a very curious circular wall-plate whose purpose I could not define.

The Rosewood house resides on a small corner lot within a quaint neighborhood just off Fredericksburg Road. This neighborhood is well known for the charm of its small, but imaginatively designed houses, each exuding a nostalgic re-creation of another country or time period. These houses and the people who lovingly take care of them, together, create a real feeling of community.

1618 Rosewood History with Images

Greetings!

1618, Rosewood AvenueExcellent! I love San Antonio because you can still find a substantial vintage home for less than $75,000.

Who is the first person who comes to mind who would be a good steward for this great home over near Monticello Park? They will thank you for forwarding this on to them. Houses like these go fast...

Meanwhile, I hope you take a moment to check out the rest of the photos.

Joe Barfield
210-745-0892
The Joe Barfield Group of Keller Williams

ps-The Joe Barfield Group is hiring talented Agents. I would appreciate your introduction to good candidates. Business is good!


Deco District 2-1 Spanish Colonial Revival - $68,900


Living Room
Living Room

A great Spanish Colonial Revival home near the heart of the Deco District. A great location for commute, the house resides on a small corner lot just off Fredericksburg Road.

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Walkable Neighborhood (75 out 100 is great for S.A.!)

Walkscore TileThe Deco District is a quaint neighborhood located north of downtown, just off Fredericksburg Road. A walkable neighborhood, it has great restaurants, bars and parks including the Woodlawn Lake Park within a mile. The annual Deco Days Street Festival and Art Celebration is a major attraction.

Cool Crest Golf - the bomb!

Bihl Haus Arts and the Woodlawn Theater are located nearby. Chris Madrid's, Casbeers, Tip Top Cafe and Jacala Mexican Restaurant are all located within a mile.

Don't forget the "Deco-B" and be sure to check out the Cantu's at Halisco Cafe on Summit (breakfast & lunch only!) Somebody should definitely set up a Deano's appreciation page.



Some Wonderful Memories


Dining Room
Multi-level Wood Deck

The current owner, Onashka, shares favorite memories of 1618, W. Rosewood Avenue.

  • The location is fantastic. I was really "10 minutes" from everything!
  • I spent many wonderful evening walking around Woodlawn park as well as swimming there in the summers.
  • El Rafas has wonderful breakfast tacos. I would walk there on Saturday mornings to "eat, meet and greet" with friends. I also enjoyed the fancy Jim's Restaurant on Hildebrand for dinner.
  • The Mexican popsicles around the corner on Fredericksburg Road, are WONDERFUL. You must try the mango...very inexpensive as well.

I can tell you are already in love with this neat house. We understand and look forward to hearing from you.

Sincerely,

Joe Barfield

The Joe Barfield Group of Keller Williams Realty
homes@joebarfield.com
210-745-0892

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The architectural write-up is provided by Dr. Roff. Any reference to families is strictly academic. The Joe Barfield Group embraces all Equal Opportunity Housing Laws.

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