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Doctor's Office Building, 1966-1972

This set contains images documenting the design and construction of a medical office building and its annex, located at 250 E Liberty Street, Louisville, KY, currently owned by the University of Louisville and utilized as Medical Plaza II (as of 2024). Designed by architect Jasper D. Ward, the set includes architectural drawings, elevation views, site plans, photographs, conceptual sketches, and a rendering, emphasizing the building's forked design and modernist style. Construction began in 1966 and was completed in 1972. The project was awarded the Portland Cement Association Award in 1971 for its innovative use of concrete.

Big Four Bridge - Urban Development Proposal - 1969

These images show two architectural sketches by Jasper Ward, illustrating proposed shops on the Big Four Bridge in Louisville, Kentucky. The drawings, depicted in white on a dark background, detail a conceptualization of shop spaces integrated within the existing steel structure of the bridge. The sketches accentuate the industrial framework, prominently featuring structural elements like trusses and beams, creating a dynamic and intricate visual composition. The images emphasize Ward's vision of adaptive reuse, transforming the bridge into a thriving commercial area while preserving its historic industrial character.

Louisville Windchime Gateway, 1988

The set contains architectural drawings and plans related to the "Louisville Windchime Gateway" project, an addition to the 6th Street Parking Garage in Louisville, Kentucky. Jasper Ward Architects produced these drawings and detailed the design and construction of the 28 ft. tall windchime gateway, a public art installation integrated into the garage. The documents highlight various views, including front and plan views of the windchime structure and the overall architectural integration with the existing parking facility. The project was a collaboration between the City of Louisville and the Parking Authority of River City (PARC) and received support from the Mayor's Advisory Committee for Public Amenities. The drawings include annotations and measurements, illustrating the technical and artistic aspects of the gateway's design. The design is attributed to Greg Schrodt.

House for Vernon Robertson, 1977-1979

The set contains architectural drawings and plans for a residential project called "House for Vernon Robertson, Nelson County, Kentucky," designed by architect Jasper Ward. It includes detailed floor plans for the first and second floors, foundation plans, elevations, sections, and detailed construction details such as the cistern deck and roof structures. Hand-drawn sketches and axonometric drawings provide three-dimensional views of the house's structure, illustrating the passive solar design, energy efficiency features, and complex roof design. In addition, the drawings include detailed construction techniques such as cross-sections of walls, roof trusses, and the integration of structural and insulation systems. These demonstrate the architectural firm's approach to spatial organization, material usage, and mid-20th-century architectural practices. These documents are important for understanding the design's technical aspects, architectural innovation, and construction methodology, reflecting the residential project's aesthetic and functional considerations.

Ballard Mills, 1969

The images in this set showcase architect Jasper D. Ward's innovative 1969 design for converting the Ballard Mills grain silos at 912 E. Broadway, Louisville, KY, into a mixed-use development featuring apartments, offices, and recreational spaces. This project exemplifies Ward's advocacy for adaptive reuse of existing structures, illustrating a bold approach to repurposing industrial buildings. The detailed architectural plans include 48 circular efficiency apartments, 84 split-level apartments, a restaurant, a recreation room, and a pool with a heated bubble atop the towers. A notable feature of the design is the pool, which was to be partially submerged within the bar area, allowing patrons to view swimmers through large portholes.

The set comprises architectural drawings of various levels, elevations, and site plans. These include floor plans that demonstrate meticulous attention to detail and spatial arrangements, as well as exterior elevations that emphasize symmetry, window placement, and overall building massing. The recurring circular and curved motifs reflect an emphasis on both aesthetic form and functional space usage, contributing to the project's unique architectural character.

Although this ambitious design was never realized, as the silos were demolished in 1972, these documents provide significant insight into mid-20th-century architectural practices, adaptive reuse strategies, and Ward's visionary approach to design.

Swain House and Garage

This set consists of architectural drawings, sketches, and conceptual renderings related to the design and development of residential and utility structures by Jasper Ward. The Walter P. Swain, Jr. House, located on Johnston Dr. in Watchung, New Jersey, was designed by the firm Ward-Knight and built in 1952. The residence was constructed of mahogany, white marble, reinforced concrete, and glass and sits on 7-acre site. It was awarded the American Institute of Architects, National Award of Merit in 1956. The set includes sketches of the garage and house extension, emphasizing functionality in residential design.

The main focus is on a solar envelope house with detailed floor plans, cross-sectional views, elevation drawings, and perspective renderings. Annotated diagrams illustrate the movement of air and heat within the solar envelope house, showcasing the integration of solar features into the building's overall aesthetic and functionality. These materials highlight energy efficiency and passive solar design strategies typical of mid-20th-century sustainable architecture. (Note: Documents relating to the "solar envelope house" may refer to the Swain house, but it is unclear if the home used solar energy. These documents may relate to the Vernon Robertson Solar House instead.)

Garage Addition, David Wilson House, February 1980

This set contains architectural drawings for a garage addition to the David Wilson House in the Benchmark subdivision in New Albany, Indiana, designed by Jasper Ward in February 1980. The set includes detailed cross-sections, elevations, and floor plans, showcasing the design and structural elements of the garage addition, such as the roofline, interior loft space, and exterior facade. These drawings provide insight into this project's architectural style and construction details.

Front Elevations designed for Good Housekeeping, 1931

Residential drawings for Good Housekeeping Magazine by Louisville, Kentucky architect Stratton O. Hammon.

Residence for Paul. M. Kendall Co., 1935

Front elevation drawing for Paul M. Kendall Co. residence on Transylvania Avenue.

Rash residence, 1933-1947

Front elevation and plot plan for Mr. and Mrs. Dillman Rash's residence on Cherokee Gardens lots 66 and 67 in Louisville, Kentucky.

Plymouth Property Plan

The blueprint of Plymouth Congregational Church of Louisville, Kentucky on the 366 block of Chestnut Street and the corner of 17th street is a one-page blueprint of the property owned by Plymouth Church. The blueprint includes the dimensions of both the church and settlement house.

Sixth and Main Parking Garage renders, 1985-1992

Sheet inventory:
MssAR_W259_015AR3_f59_001 - Northern and Southern elevations of the parking garage.
MssAR_W259_015AR3_f59_002 - Light drawing of the Sixth & Main Parking Garage.
MssAR_W259_015AR3_f59_003 - Drawing of the Sixth & Main Parking Garage.
MssAR_W259_015AR3_f59_033 - Drawing of the Eastern side of the parking garage.
MssAR_W259_015AR3_f59_034 - Drawing of the parking garage from Sixth Street
MssAR_W259_015AR3_f59_035 - Drawing of the Sixth & Main Parking Garage with the addition of a child care center on the ground floor.
MssAR_W259_015AR3_f59_036 - Drawing of the parking garage from Sixth Street with the addition of the third bay.
MssAR_W259_015AR3_f59_038 - Drawing of the Sixth & Main Parking Garage with the addition of a child care center on the ground floor.
MssAR_W259_015AR3_f59_040 - Aerial drawing of the original parking garage prior to any additions.

Sixth and Main Parking Garage preliminary and schematic drawings, 1985-1992

Sheet inventory:
MssAR_W259_015AR3_f59_006 - Planned location for the third bay addition.
MssAR_W259_015AR3_f59_016 - Site of the third bay extension.
MssAR_W259_015AR3_f59_017 - Plans for the entrance and exit to and from Market Street.
MssAR_W259_015AR3_f59_018 - Intended site of the third bay addition to the parking garage.
MssAR_W259_015AR3_f59_020 - Topographical survey of the site of the third bay extension.
MssAR_W259_015AR3_f59_021 - Plan for the alley leading away from the parking garage towards Seventh Street. Note that in this page the cardinal orientation is rotated 180 degrees.
MssAR_W259_015AR3_f59_022 - Exit from the parking garage towards Seventh Street. Note that in this page the cardinal orientation is rotated 90 degrees.
MssAR_W259_015AR3_f59_023 - Longitudinal section of the alley leading out of the parking garage towards Seventh Street.
MssAR_W259_015AR3_f59_024 - Drawing of the Floor Plan of the Third Bay addition.
MssAR_W259_015AR3_f59_025 - Plan for the alley between the Republic Bank and a potential child care center.
MssAR_W259_015AR3_f59_027 - Planned parking spots for the first floor of the parking garage.
MssAR_W259_015AR3_f59_028 - Planned parking spots from the second floor to the eighth floor.
MssAR_W259_015AR3_f59_030 - Drawing of the façade for the alley that faces Seventh Street.
MssAR_W259_015AR3_f59_031 - Gateway for the Seventh Street Alley entrance/exit.
MssAR_W259_015AR3_f59_039 - Drawing of the ground floor of the parking garage prior to any additions.
MssAR_W259_015AR3_f60_1985_001 - Drawings of various sections of the parking garage, including the front stairwell.
MssAR_W259_015AR3_f60_1985_002 - Scheme A of the ground floor of the original parking garage.
MssAR_W259_015AR3_f60_1985_004 - Scheme B ramp. Features a curved ramp with curved walls. Marked as void.
MssAR_W259_015AR3_f60_1985_006 - Scheme A ramp. Features a curved ramp with straight walls. Marked as void.
MssAR_W259_015AR3_f60_1985_007 - Cross section of the original parking garage facing East.
MssAR_W259_015AR3_f60_1985_010 - Overview of a possible future addition of a third bay to the parking garage.
MssAR_W259_015AR3_f60_1985_011 - Cross section of the parking garage.
MssAR_W259_015AR3_f59_026 - Floor plan for a potential Day Care Center located between the Sixth & Main Parking Garage and Republic Bank.
MssAR_W259_015AR3_f60_1985_008 - North-South cross section of scheme A of the original parking garage.
MssAR_W259_015AR3_f60_1985_009 - Layout of the ground floor of the parking garage and surrounding buildings.

Sixth and Main Parking Garage record drawing set, 1985-1992

Sheet inventory:
MssAR_W259_015AR3_f59_004 - Architectural plans index for the third bay addition to the Sixth & Main Parking Garage.
MssAR_W259_015AR3_f59_005 - Plans for the demolition of the first floor.
MssAR_W259_015AR3_f59_007 - Initial plans for the first floor. This layout was not used, but rather the layout on A-2A & A-2B was used.
MssAR_W259_015AR3_f59_008 - Plans for the roof of the parking garage.
MssAR_W259_015AR3_f59_009 - Eastern and Western elevations of the parking garage.
MssAR_W259_015AR3_f59_010 - Revised first floor plans. Also see A-2B which features the grading plan for the first floor.
MssAR_W259_015AR3_f59_011 - Typical floor plans for the other floors of the parking garage.
MssAR_W259_015AR3_f59_012 - Grading plan for the first floor. Also see A-2A for the plan for the first floor.
MssAR_W259_015AR3_f59_013 - Southern elevation of the parking garage.
MssAR_W259_015AR3_f59_014 - Interior of the parking garage from the Southern side.
MssAR_W259_015AR3_f59_015 - Interior of the parking garage from the Eastern side. Additionally, there are various details concerning the roof curbs.
MssAR_W259_015AR3_f59_019 - Exit from the parking garage (featured on the right) past Greenberg Lot (positioned towards the bottom right of the plan) onto South Seventh Street.
MssAR_W259_015AR3_f60_1985_012 - Features various cross sections and elevations.
MssAR_W259_015AR3_f60_1985_003 - Structural layout scheme A of the original parking garage. Marked as void.
MssAR_W259_015AR3_f60_1985_005 - Scheme B of the original parking garage. Marked as void.

Sixth and Main Parking Garage construction drawing set, part 2, 1985 November

Sheet inventory:
MssAR_W259_015AR3_f61_019 - Beam diagrams and schedule listing details based on marking.
MssAR_W259_015AR3_f61_021 - Guardrail plans and section drawings of the columns.
MssAR_W259_015AR3_f61_022 - Notes regarding various parts of the parking garage design.
MssAR_W259_015AR3_f61_023 - Plans for the first floor of the parkings garage.
MssAR_W259_015AR3_f61_024 - Plans for the second through eigth floor.
MssAR_W259_015AR3_f61_025 - Plans for the roof of the parking garage.
MssAR_W259_015AR3_f61_026 - Elevation drawings from the East and the West.
MssAR_W259_015AR3_f61_027 - Elevation drawing from the South.
MssAR_W259_015AR3_f61_028 - Elevation drawing from the North.
MssAR_W259_015AR3_f61_030 - Section drawings of the front stairs, the elevator, and the ramps.
MssAR_W259_015AR3_f61_031 - Elevation drawing of the rear stair enclosure and section drawing of the rear stairs.
MssAR_W259_015AR3_f61_033 - Floor plan for the rear section of the first floor.
MssAR_W259_015AR3_f61_034 - Floor plan for the front section of the second through eigth floor.
MssAR_W259_015AR3_f61_035 - Section drawings of the rear ramp, elevation and section drawing of the ladder, drawing of the roof hatch, and elevator door details.
MssAR_W259_015AR3_f61_036 - Section drawing of the building and various details.
MssAR_W259_015AR3_f61_038 - Plans for the landscape outside of the front of the parking garage and various detail drawings.

Sixth and Main Parking Garage construction drawing set, part 1, 1985 November

Sheet inventory:
MssAR_W259_015AR3_f61_001 - An index for the original Sixth & Main Parking Garage containing the meaning of abbreviations, symbols, and drawings.
MssAR_W259_015AR3_f61_002 - Plat survey of the Sixth & Main Parking Garage and surrounding plots.
MssAR_W259_015AR3_f61_004 - Foundation plans for level 1A & 1B.
MssAR_W259_015AR3_f61_006 - Several variations for control joint designs.
MssAR_W259_015AR3_f61_007 - Slab framing for both sections of the second floor.
MssAR_W259_015AR3_f61_008 - Slab framing for both sections of the third through eighth floor.
MssAR_W259_015AR3_f61_009 - Slab framing for both sections of the ninth floor.
MssAR_W259_015AR3_f61_010 - Section drawings of the front stairs, the elevator, and the ramps.
MssAR_W259_015AR3_f61_011 - Section drawings of the rear stairs.
MssAR_W259_015AR3_f61_012 - Partial foundation plan for the front of the first floor.
MssAR_W259_015AR3_f61_013 - Partial foundation plan for the rear of the first floor.
MssAR_W259_015AR3_f61_014 - Roof Plans for the front of the parking garage, including the top of the stairwell. See 029.
MssAR_W259_015AR3_f61_016 - Section drawings of the rear ramp and other miscellaneous areas.
MssAR_W259_015AR3_f61_017 - Section drawing of the front ramp.
MssAR_W259_015AR3_f61_018 - Column plans and schedule listing details based on marking and level.

Exterior Elevation, Barnes Residence, 1933

Elevation drawings for residence on Casselberry Road, Louisville, Kentucky.

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Architectural Plan for the YMHA Building, 1914

Architectural plans by Joseph & Joseph architects. These drawings detail Jewish Louisville architects Joseph & Joseph’s plan for all floors of their new Young Men's Hebrew Association (YMHA) building at the corner of Second and Jacob streets. The new building plans reflected the YMHA's expanded efforts to provide educational and cultural programs to Louisville's Jewish community in addition to recreational amenities. The plans show the new building's facilities, including a library, classrooms, billiard room, and a two-story gymnasium with an elevated track. The drawings also indicate materials used, such as marble for the shower stalls in the basement.

This item is included in the Bricks and Mortar, Soul and Heart: The Evolution of Louisville's Young Men's Hebrew Association and Jewish Community Center 1890-2022 digital exhibit at: https://filsonhistorical.omeka.net/exhibits/show/ymha-jcc-louisville/second-and-college-1913-1955

Blue Boar Cafeteria architectural drawing, 1935

Drawing of 1935 remodel of Walnut St. Blue Boar, including interior elevations.

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Greyhound Terminal Building architectural drawing, 1936

Architectural drawing for the Greyhound bus terminal at 5th and Broadway in Louisville designed by W. S. Arrasmith. This was the first bus terminal the firm designed for Greyhound. Following its successful completion, the Wischmeyer, Arrasmith, & Elswick firm designed dozens more bus terminals for the company across the eastern United States. The Louisville terminal was designed in the Streamline Moderne style (an international style of Art Deco) and featured blue enamel panels on the north facade. It was completed in 1937 and demolished in 1970.

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