Casa Alvarez, building in Missouri, United States
Casa Alvarez is a French Colonial building in Missouri built around 1790 for a Spanish soldier. The house uses a special construction method called 'sur une solage,' where wooden support posts rest on sills rather than being set directly in the ground, preventing moisture from damaging the structure.
The house was built for Eugenio Alvarez, a Spanish soldier born in Madrid in 1736 who arrived in St. Louis in 1770. Later, scientist Dr. Hermann von Schrenk owned it and expanded the house in the early 1900s, creating celebrated gardens with lilies and delphiniums.
The name comes from Eugenio Alvarez, a Spanish soldier who built and shaped this residence. The layout and exterior design reflect French Colonial influences that left a lasting mark on this part of Missouri.
The site includes the main house and surrounding gardens, allowing visitors to explore both the architecture and landscape design. It helps to allow time for both areas to get a complete sense of the property.
Dr. Schrenk was a timber preservation pioneer who developed methods to prevent wood rot, especially for railroad ties. His scientific work and gardens made the property an attraction that extended beyond local significance.
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