Immokolee, Historic Mediterranean Revival house in Fort Pierce, Florida
Description
Immokolee is a residential house in Fort Pierce, Florida, designed in Mediterranean Revival style with Spanish Mission influences woven throughout its structure. The building displays architectural details that reflect these blended European design traditions.
History
The house was built in 1931 based on designs by architect Dorothy Binney Palmer, with local contractor Franklind Tyler overseeing construction. The property earned National Register of Historic Places status in 1994.
Culture
The name Immokolee comes from the Seminole language and means 'our home' or 'my home place'. This choice reflects a connection to the land and its original inhabitants that the owners wanted to honor.
Practical
The property sits on Immokolee Road in Fort Pierce and is readily accessible by car. The building occupies a modest plot of land and is subject to specific preservation guidelines for its historic architecture.
Did you know?
Dorothy Binney Palmer made personal choices in selecting each architectural element, setting this design apart from the standard Mediterranean houses of its time. This focus on individual design selection transformed the house into a personal statement of its architect.
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