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Designed in 1911 and completed in 1912, the Pantages Theater was primarily a vaudeville house, planned just before the motion picture became the primary form of theatrical entertainment. By ...

2009-02-10T09:37:43Z

James Heuer
Designed in 1911 and completed in 1912, the Pantages Theater was primarily a vaudeville house, planned just before the motion picture became the primary form of theatrical entertainment. By ...

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2009-06-25T13:50:41Z

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2009-06-25T14:02:59Z

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2009-06-25T13:49:25Z

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2009-06-25T13:57:38Z

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2009-02-10T20:35:54Z

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2009-02-10T20:32:48Z

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2009-06-25T13:55:59Z

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2009-06-25T13:55:23Z

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2009-06-25T14:08:22Z

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2009-06-25T14:04:14Z

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2009-02-10T20:33:30Z

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2009-06-25T14:08:39Z

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2009-06-25T13:52:53Z

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2009-06-25T14:01:10Z

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2009-06-25T14:01:34Z

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2009-06-25T13:52:37Z

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2009-06-25T13:57:46Z

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2009-06-25T14:12:37Z

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2009-06-25T13:55:49Z

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2009-06-25T13:57:05Z

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2009-06-25T14:02:39Z

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2009-06-25T13:55:44Z

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2009-06-25T14:00:43Z

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2009-06-25T13:59:08Z

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2009-06-25T14:02:21Z

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2009-06-25T13:57:29Z

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2009-06-25T13:57:37Z

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2009-06-25T14:01:38Z

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2009-06-25T13:58:16Z

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2009-06-25T13:50:27Z

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2009-06-25T13:54:07Z

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2009-06-25T13:53:16Z

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2009-06-25T13:55:12Z

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The full view of the front of the house showing its great proportions, attractive details, and the stone porch pillars, which help tie the house to the ground. This house epitomizes the Cra ...

2009-07-23T07:48:42Z

James Heuer
The full view of the front of the house showing its great proportions, attractive details, and the stone porch pillars, which help tie the house to the ground. This house epitomizes the Cra ...

Another Faber characteristic is bold timbers supporting the front porch as shown here in this detail view.

2009-07-23T07:55:51Z

James Heuer
Another Faber characteristic is bold timbers supporting the front porch as shown here in this detail view.

Faber favored multi-light windows in most of his homes, and often mixed diamond pane with square multi-lights as he did here.

2009-07-23T07:18:48Z

James Heuer
Faber favored multi-light windows in most of his homes, and often mixed diamond pane with square multi-lights as he did here.

Architect Faber put horizontal bands across the chimney to carry the lines of the building smoothly around this south elevation. Such attention to detail was typical of the fine early 20th ...

2009-07-23T07:27:05Z

James Heuer
Architect Faber put horizontal bands across the chimney to carry the lines of the building smoothly around this south elevation. Such attention to detail was typical of the fine early 20th ...

This couldn't be a Craftsman Style house without the bold rafter tails and roof brackets supporting the broadly overhanging eaves. Subtle color treatments in period appropriate tones, accen ...

2009-07-23T07:12:55Z

James Heuer
This couldn't be a Craftsman Style house without the bold rafter tails and roof brackets supporting the broadly overhanging eaves. Subtle color treatments in period appropriate tones, accen ...

The window on the left had been badly damaged by the addition of a fire escape on the front of the house. During the restoration, the fire escape was moved to the back of the house, and the ...

2009-07-23T08:12:28Z

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The window on the left had been badly damaged by the addition of a fire escape on the front of the house. During the restoration, the fire escape was moved to the back of the house, and the ...

Faber was not the only designer of the period to use pegged tenons on the barge board (highlighted in orange paint), but they are especially effective in this house where the gable ends appe ...

2009-07-23T08:00:44Z

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Faber was not the only designer of the period to use pegged tenons on the barge board (highlighted in orange paint), but they are especially effective in this house where the gable ends appe ...

The entrance and second floor balcony have been carefully restored based on photos of the house from the 1920's.

2009-07-23T07:18:39Z

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The entrance and second floor balcony have been carefully restored based on photos of the house from the 1920's.

The main entrance flanked by beveled glass panels. In the living room, the basalt stone fireplace has been completely restored.

2009-07-23T07:57:22Z

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The main entrance flanked by beveled glass panels. In the living room, the basalt stone fireplace has been completely restored.

View of the dining room, now used as a conference room. The table is an antique from the period of the house.

2009-07-23T07:39:55Z

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View of the dining room, now used as a conference room. The table is an antique from the period of the house.

Another detail view of the dining room with the rich Douglas Fir plywood panelling (an exciting, ultra-modern product in 1908, and one featured in nearly all of Faber's high-end home designs ...

2009-07-23T08:03:53Z

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Another detail view of the dining room with the rich Douglas Fir plywood panelling (an exciting, ultra-modern product in 1908, and one featured in nearly all of Faber's high-end home designs ...

French doors open from the dining room (now used as a conference room) onto the wide porch. In Faber's time it was believed that eating outdoors was healthier than eating inside, and the la ...

2009-07-23T07:23:30Z

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French doors open from the dining room (now used as a conference room) onto the wide porch. In Faber's time it was believed that eating outdoors was healthier than eating inside, and the la ...

The richly appointed dining room has become the main conference room for the organization. The built-in china cabinets and buffets have been restored, and feature their original hardware.

2009-07-23T08:00:38Z

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The richly appointed dining room has become the main conference room for the organization. The built-in china cabinets and buffets have been restored, and feature their original hardware.

This detail view of the master bedroom fireplace shows the fine "egg and dart" detailing just under the mantel. Now fully restored, it has been equiped for gas burning.

2009-11-12T15:04:19Z

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This detail view of the master bedroom fireplace shows the fine "egg and dart" detailing just under the mantel. Now fully restored, it has been equiped for gas burning.

The original bathroom had been alterer beyond restoration, and was a great deal larger than required for the offices. The new bath, however, employs period style fixtures and details.

2009-11-12T15:04:19Z

James Heuer
The original bathroom had been alterer beyond restoration, and was a great deal larger than required for the offices. The new bath, however, employs period style fixtures and details.

The original master bedroom is now the office of the Executive Director. The original linen cabinets are at the right. The brick fireplace with its original Craftsman Style mantel in the m ...

2009-11-12T15:04:19Z

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The original master bedroom is now the office of the Executive Director. The original linen cabinets are at the right. The brick fireplace with its original Craftsman Style mantel in the m ...

The gorgeous stained and varnished woodwork continues throughout the second floor areas as seen here in the view from the landing half way up.

2009-11-12T15:04:19Z

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The gorgeous stained and varnished woodwork continues throughout the second floor areas as seen here in the view from the landing half way up.

Rather than gutting the kitchen and turning it into office space, the organization restored it as a kitchen. The upper cabinets are all original. Note the lower counter tops at the left -- ...

2009-11-12T15:04:19Z

James Heuer
Rather than gutting the kitchen and turning it into office space, the organization restored it as a kitchen. The upper cabinets are all original. Note the lower counter tops at the left -- ...

Fireplace and built-in bookcase detail.

2009-11-12T15:04:19Z

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Fireplace and built-in bookcase detail.

Another view of the main entry and stairs. Box beams ornament much of the first floor ceilings.

2009-11-12T15:04:19Z

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Another view of the main entry and stairs. Box beams ornament much of the first floor ceilings.

Like all Craftsman Style homes, this one features broad vistas through the main floor, with wide entrances between the rooms, as seen here in the view from the entry hall into the living roo ...

2009-11-12T15:04:19Z

James Heuer
Like all Craftsman Style homes, this one features broad vistas through the main floor, with wide entrances between the rooms, as seen here in the view from the entry hall into the living roo ...

The living room has been furnished as a waiting area for guests of the organization.

2009-11-12T15:04:19Z

James Heuer
The living room has been furnished as a waiting area for guests of the organization.

Another view of the fully restored stone fireplace in the living room.

2009-11-12T15:04:19Z

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Another view of the fully restored stone fireplace in the living room.

In typical Faber style, the staircase is modest and features extensive wood panelling. All the woodwork is flat-sawn Douglas Fir.

2009-11-12T15:04:19Z

James Heuer
In typical Faber style, the staircase is modest and features extensive wood panelling. All the woodwork is flat-sawn Douglas Fir.

The basalt stone fireplace is flanked by bookcases with elaborate leaded glass doors.

2009-11-12T15:04:18Z

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The basalt stone fireplace is flanked by bookcases with elaborate leaded glass doors.

6329 NE Martin Luther King Blvd - This recent (January, 2006) photo shows this grand home after extensive exterior restoration. This Faber attribution is on the basis of an article in the P ...

2009-06-05T18:49:20Z

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6329 NE Martin Luther King Blvd - This recent (January, 2006) photo shows this grand home after extensive exterior restoration. This Faber attribution is on the basis of an article in the P ...

81 NE Ainsworth Street - Another house for which a citation on its construction has not yet been found. But it might be attributed to Alfred Faber based on the uniquely configured roof brac ...

2009-06-05T19:59:38Z

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81 NE Ainsworth Street - Another house for which a citation on its construction has not yet been found. But it might be attributed to Alfred Faber based on the uniquely configured roof brac ...

5915 NE Garfield - This home can be attributed to Alfred Faber by the distinctive bracket designs supporting the side gable overhangs. These brackets have been found on a number of known Fa ...

2009-06-05T12:49:10Z

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5915 NE Garfield - This home can be attributed to Alfred Faber by the distinctive bracket designs supporting the side gable overhangs. These brackets have been found on a number of known Fa ...

5835 NE Mallory - A specific citation for this house's construction has not been found; however, it is solidly attributable to Alfred Faber by the very distinctive brackets supporting the fr ...

2009-06-05T11:18:24Z

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5835 NE Mallory - A specific citation for this house's construction has not been found; however, it is solidly attributable to Alfred Faber by the very distinctive brackets supporting the fr ...

5721 North Haight - This house was designed by Alfred Faber for Theodore Rothschild, according to an Oregonian article in the Feb. 21, 1910, issue. It was reported to have cost $5600.

2009-06-05T12:06:57Z

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5721 North Haight - This house was designed by Alfred Faber for Theodore Rothschild, according to an Oregonian article in the Feb. 21, 1910, issue. It was reported to have cost $5600.

5726 North Haight - This house was built for Claribel Stipe as reported in the July 24, 1908, Portland Daily Abstract. No architect is referenced specifically for this house in the article, ...

2009-06-05T19:52:53Z

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5726 North Haight - This house was built for Claribel Stipe as reported in the July 24, 1908, Portland Daily Abstract. No architect is referenced specifically for this house in the article, ...

5723 North Vancouver - This home appeared newly constructed in the Feb. 21, 1910, Oregonian, with a reference to its architect, Alfred Faber. Mrs. L. D. Grierson was the first owner. The f ...

2009-02-21T16:27:41Z

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5723 North Vancouver - This home appeared newly constructed in the Feb. 21, 1910, Oregonian, with a reference to its architect, Alfred Faber. Mrs. L. D. Grierson was the first owner. The f ...

5540 North Commercial Street - Positively Attributed to Alfred Faber based on an article in the July 24, 1908, Portland Daily Abstract which reported that this home was built for Thomas L. M ...

2009-02-21T16:20:09Z

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5540 North Commercial Street - Positively Attributed to Alfred Faber based on an article in the July 24, 1908, Portland Daily Abstract which reported that this home was built for Thomas L. M ...

308 NE Ainsworth Street - Barely visible behind the trees, this is Alfred Faber's own home, built in 1908 when he moved from the Waverleigh neighborhood in South East to Piedmont. This hous ...

2009-02-21T16:28:23Z

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308 NE Ainsworth Street - Barely visible behind the trees, this is Alfred Faber's own home, built in 1908 when he moved from the Waverleigh neighborhood in South East to Piedmont. This hous ...

11906 SE 19th Ave - This suburban home facing the Willamette River was featured in an article in The Oregonian as one of Alfred Faber's designs.

2009-06-05T11:12:29Z

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11906 SE 19th Ave - This suburban home facing the Willamette River was featured in an article in The Oregonian as one of Alfred Faber's designs.

11906 SE 19th Ave - This suburban home facing the Willamette River was featured in an article in The Oregonian on July 19, 1914, as one of Alfred Faber's designs. The home was built for Art ...

2009-06-05T11:04:28Z

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11906 SE 19th Ave - This suburban home facing the Willamette River was featured in an article in The Oregonian on July 19, 1914, as one of Alfred Faber's designs. The home was built for Art ...

Commercial store and apartment building at 28th Avenue and Alberta. Once sadly derilict, it has been spruced up recently as part of the dramatic revival of the Alberta Street district.

2009-06-05T10:50:10Z

James Heuer
Commercial store and apartment building at 28th Avenue and Alberta. Once sadly derilict, it has been spruced up recently as part of the dramatic revival of the Alberta Street district.

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2009-06-05T11:06:09Z

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2009-06-05T20:03:28Z

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2009-06-05T20:05:02Z

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2009-06-05T07:06:43Z

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2009-06-05T07:04:09Z

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2009-06-05T20:57:22Z

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2009-06-05T06:55:56Z

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2009-06-05T06:56:32Z

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2925 NE 61st Avenue

2009-02-21T17:58:14Z

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2936 SE Taylor Street - This is a tentative attribution to Alfred Faber based on the stone and architectural details. This house was built for Harvey Scott, Jr., son of one of the founders ...

2009-06-05T06:58:46Z

James Heuer
2936 SE Taylor Street - This is a tentative attribution to Alfred Faber based on the stone and architectural details. This house was built for Harvey Scott, Jr., son of one of the founders ...

2936 SE Taylor Street - This is a tentative attribution to Alfred Faber based on the stone and architectural details. This house was built for Harvey Scott, Jr., son of one of the founders ...

2009-06-05T06:59:41Z

3279 SE Hawthorne St - This house appeared in Alfred Faber's booklet The House That Differs. Although converted to retail service, much of the fine interior detail remains intact.

2009-06-05T06:59:26Z