Dr. Kuno Struck House

Dr. Kuno Struck House is a single-family residence in Jacobean style located in Davenport's West End neighborhood. Its interior features a grand central staircase, stone fireplace, patterned fabric wallpaper, and leaded glass windows arranged in a spacious layout typical of homes built for families of means.

Built in 1911, the house was designed by architect Frederick G. Clausen, who had immigrated from Denmark in 1869 and established Iowa's oldest continuously operating architectural firm. The design drew inspiration from early English mansions that Dr. Struck had encountered during travels in England.

The residence hosted social gatherings during the 1950s and 1960s, reflecting how affluent families used their homes for entertaining. The rooms show the hospitality traditions of that era and the role such homes played in community life.

The property sits at 1645 W. 12th Street and features a circular driveway with a single-story garage offering multiple parking spaces to the northeast of the main building. Visitors can explore the grounds to view both the main residence and the supporting garage structure.

The design drew inspiration from English Tudor mansions that Dr. Struck had seen during his European travels, an unusual connection to English architectural styles for Iowa. This choice reflected the cosmopolitan taste of wealthy residents in that era.

Location: Davenport

Architects: Frederick G. Clausen

Architectural style: Jacobean architecture

Part of: Marycrest College Historic District

GPS coordinates: 41.53056,-90.60028

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:11