John S. Douglas House
John S. Douglas House, Brick residence in Uniontown, Pennsylvania, United States
Description
The John S. Douglas House is a two-and-a-half-story brick residence with a substantial structure defined by a wraparound porch and porte cochere entrance. The five-bay-wide building features distinctive cut stone arches and received a two-story wing addition in 1967.
History
The house was built in 1901 and displays Richardsonian Romanesque elements in its design. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1994 for its architectural merit.
Culture
The building displays Chateauesque architectural details with rounded arched windows and stone surrounds that reflect early 20th-century residential standards. The original carriage house alongside shows how wealthy families of that era lived and traveled.
Practical
The property stands on North Gallatin Avenue and currently operates as a funeral home and crematory. The original architectural features remain visible and intact from the exterior.
Did you know?
The residence combines a five-bay width with distinctive cut stone arches characteristic of Richardsonian Romanesque style. These particular details make it a noteworthy example of its architectural period.
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