Action Alert! from Arizona Preservation Foundation

[JC]

Bridget is a bad ass!

[roma]

I'd love to be able to find a modern structure... The four homes referenced are bungalows -- in pretty bad shape. It'll take an engineer to closely study whether they'll survive the move. These homes are in need of major rehab, which is ok, it's just hard to visualize them in another state. But I'm still researching and thinking about it.... What I'd really like is the Al Beadle house, or some other 50's/60's structure-- moco style-- flat roof. Doesn't have to be famous architect. so if you learn of any houses going up for demo let me know.

With respect to White Gates, I've done some research over the past three weeks, and am having hard time getting concrete answers. But it seems that the White Gates home is/was listed for sale (as land)-- and a reliable source informed me that the current owner wants big jack to sell just the structure so that it can be moved to different locaton... The previous owner of white gates (don dillon) was willing to donate the home to anyone ambitious enuf to move it. Which is why I can't get this idea out of my head (like a dog with a bone). I should have done it six years ago, but the bfriend just thought i was nuts. Not to be a vulture on white gates... But if someone is ultimately going to bdoze it, i would be more than happy to move it and restore it.

I'd love help from anyone-- Although I realize that I am more likely to get hate mail from this board over White Gates.

[Tabletoo]

Can block houses be moved without de-construction? All the house I've known that were moved were wooden.

[roma]

It is my understanding that they can.... My only experience moving a house was a wooden frame. But from discussions with others (who weren't engineering experts) was that they can be -- But I'd any feedback from qualified experts would be greatly appreciated.

The historical home that was moved last weekend was brick... I have the name of one of the best moving companies in the valley. Their input was that White Gates can be moved, however, the technical preparation required for each home is determined on case-by-case basis (based on construction, etc). I was told that the White Gates house would need to be sectioned to make the move. Which makes it inherently more risky--

Anyone, Anyone, Buehler??

[JC]

I don't see why anyone here would take offense to you wanting the Beadle home if it faces demolition.
In fact, I would venture to guess that many would offer their "restoration" help and services if this situation ever came about.

This may be the best solution afterall-
I have a question- where is your lot that you would plan to move the house to?
Or have you not gotten that far yet?
I think it would fit best in the Arcadia/ PV border...

[modernlover]

You can move most most anything, even whole houses made of brick (!). I watched a special some years ago (I think it was on Nova?) showing the relocation of the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse. What an awesome feat!

http://www.labs.net/anaiselise/lhse/lhse.htm - click on pics to enlarge.

I'm not sure about the White Gates place - it's block on slab, and somehow I can't imagine moving that thing. Especially since it's basically a shell that can be replicated easily.

[azpreservation]

Success story!

Come celebrate the 100th anniversary of the M. Edward Morin House, Wednesday, April 29, 2009:

Open House ~ 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Short Program ~ 6 p.m.

Originally located at 1115 N. 2nd St. in the Evans Churchill neighborhood, this threatened historic structure was moved through the streets of downtown Phoenix during the wee hours of September 8, 2007 to 621 N. 5th Avenue, its current Roosevelt neighborhood location. Owner Dan Klocke has rehabilitated the structure to its former glory as office space, and he invites you to see the final product.

RSVP here: Morinhouse@gmail.com
Facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=74054569886

Project Description

The M. Edward Morin House was built in 1909 and is one of a handful of two story brick homes from that era in all of Phoenix. Morin and his wife D’Etta were the owners of the Phoenix Bottling Works at the turn of the last century and built the home as a testament to their hard work. The 2.000 square foot house employs a unique blend of Queen Anne massinq, featurinq an octagonal projection at the south end, with Colonial Revival ornamentation, including a classical entablature supported by Ionic columns. Craftsmen details are also present, such as overhanqinq eaves with exposed rafter ends.

The property was a sinqle family home until the late 1930’s, served as an apartment for many years, and until recently was an office and home to Orcutt Winslow Architects. Threatened with demolition, the current owner moved the house from 2nd Street and Moreland to its current site.

While all of the floors, windows, and character pieces have been restored, the electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems are all brand new. The first floor has restored leaded glass windows and woodwork in the lobby, front room, and large back room, complete with massive pocket doors.