William Ross Rust House, Historic mansion in Tacoma, United States.
The William Ross Rust House is a Neoclassical residence in Tacoma built from pale sandstone quarried from Wilkeson in Washington. The structure contains 18 rooms, 4 bathrooms, and 8 fireplaces distributed across multiple floors.
The residence was built in 1905 by William Ross Rust, president of the Tacoma Smelter and Refining Company, shaping the city's architectural heritage. It later became part of the ASARCO corporate group and is now listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
The house displays Neoclassical elements designed by Ambrose J. Russell, an architect who also worked on significant public buildings in the region. The crafted details and use of local materials reflect the wealth and sophistication of Tacoma's early industrial elite.
The fully renovated residence can be viewed from the exterior, with the detailed facade and green terra cotta roof tiles visible from the street. Visitors can best appreciate the Neoclassical architecture during daytime hours when light brings out the fine qualities of the sandstone details.
The roof is covered with green terra cotta tiles, an unusual color choice that stands out distinctly from standard roofing of the era. This rare feature was a deliberate design choice to give the property visual character.
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