Ralph Bunche House, International Style residence in Brookland, Washington, D.C.
The Ralph Bunche House at 1510 Jackson Street Northeast features clean geometric lines, low hip roofs, and minimal exterior ornamentation following modernist principles.
Designed by architect Hilyard Robert Robinson in 1941, this residence belonged to Ralph Bunche during his time as a Howard University professor and State Department official.
The house symbolizes the emergence of Washington's Black professional class who started commissioning custom-built residences instead of purchasing existing properties.
The single-family dwelling occupies less than one acre of land at coordinates 38°55′47″N 76°59′2″W and received National Register of Historic Places status in 1993.
This residence belonged to the first person of color to receive a Nobel Peace Prize, which Ralph Bunche earned in 1950 for his diplomatic achievements.
Location: Washington, D.C.
Architects: Hilyard Robert Robinson
Architectural style: International Style
GPS coordinates: 38.92972,-76.98389
Latest update: September 23, 2025 14:25
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