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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. -
Leight House, 1967
The set contains detailed architectural drawings and plans for Adel and Leonard Leight's residence on Glen Arden Road in Louisville's Glenview neighborhood. The original design is credited to Fred De Santo, an architect with Jasper Ward's firm. It features modern design with varied geometry, expansive windows, and drastic roof angles. The drawings include floor plans, elevations, sections, and construction drawings that depict the design and layout of various spaces within the residence, such as custom cabinetry, built-in shelving, and other interior features. It also includes site plans demonstrating the relationship between the building and its natural surroundings, focusing on topographical details and landscaping. These drawings offer a comprehensive overview of this residential project's architectural design and construction considerations. -
Saint Francis School, 1969
The set includes architectural drawings for the Saint Francis School in Goshen, Kentucky, created by Jasper Ward, in the late 1960's. The drawings feature the site plan, building elevations, and construction sections. These documents provide a comprehensive overview of the school's design and layout, highlighting the architectural details and spatial organization. -
Ollie's Trolley, Feburary, 22, 1974
In the early 1970s, Jasper Ward was hired to design a prototype for former Kentucky Governor and restaurateur John Y. Brown's new fast-food venture. Ollie's Trolley is a restaurant franchise built free-standing and modeled after a historic trolley car. The digitized items in our set are of the exterior elevations of the trolley cars. We also have one drawing on poster board of an Ollie's Trolley restaurant, location unknown. -
St. Charles Borromeo, June 1970
This set includes architectural drawings and sketches by Jasper Ward for the St. Charles Borromeo Church located at 27th and Chestnut Street in Louisville, Kentucky. The drawings focus on a 40-foot geodesic dome design, detailing the dome's structure, panel connections, and integration into the church's existing architecture. The set features detailed plans and longitudinal sections, showcasing the innovative design and construction methods proposed for the dome. -
Richard Johnson House, April 1, 1973
Richard Johnson's home in the Benchmark subdivision in New Albany, Indiana, was constructed in 1973. It features five levels, with the rear of the house being mostly glass and overlooking a stream. The set includes original architectural drawings of the floor plan, section cuts, and interior and exterior elevations. -
City Blue Print, July 1971
City Blue Print of Louisville, Kentucky, was completed in 1969, and the images we have on record are from a 1971 Architectural Record pamphlet. The images consist of two sets of elevations, the floor plans for the space, and pictures of the building exterior in 1971. The building is a well-known Jasper Ward design. It has an unusual sign shaped as a bright blue cube, which is also part of the building with a rainspout that a person can slide down. -
A. H. Woody House, 1974-1976
This set includes architectural and structural drawings created by Jasper Ward between 1974 and 1976 for the A. H. Woode [i.e. Woode] House on Moser Knob Road in New Albany, Indiana. The set features various detailed architectural plans, including exterior elevations, cross-sections, and floor plans that illustrate the modern and unique design of the house. The images capture both broad and intricate views of the house's structure, such as the distinctive roof design, the layout of the living spaces, and detailed cabinetry work within the interior. Additionally, a site plan shows the house's positioning within the surrounding landscape. -
Hampton House, 1980
The Hampton House Architectural Drawings set includes renovation plans for the Hampton House located at 819 W. Main Street, Louisville, Kentucky. Designed in 1980 by architect Jasper D. Ward, these drawings were commissioned by the Russell Neighborhood Commercial Revitalization and Development Committee. The set features detailed floor plans, site plans, and elevation drawings outlining the proposed historic structure changes. The plans illustrate the integration of modern amenities and restoration efforts to revitalize the building for community use while preserving its architectural heritage. -
Bill Hume House, 1972
The Bill Hume House, designed in 1972 by Jasper D. Ward, was a conceptual architectural project never built. The set includes detailed architectural drawings such as site plans, floor plans, roof framing plans, and various elevations. These drawings illustrate the house's unique geometric design, characterized by a complex, faceted roof structure and a non-traditional floor layout, reflecting the innovative architectural approaches of the early 1970s. The drawings also include intricate details of structural elements and decorative features, providing insight into the meticulous planning that went into this unrealized project. -
National Council of Jewish Women, Louisville Section, annual meeting, April 17, 1940
National Council of Jewish Women, Louisville Section, annual meeting minutes, announcement, and election ticket for April 17, 1940. The minutes report on expenditures and remaining funds, including for specific immigrant and refugee aid projects like the establishment of the Council Workshop. A summary of Selma Kling's report notes "that approximately 250 emigrees are now residing in Louisville. These have been the responsibility and care of the [Americanization] committee from the time they arrive until their lives run in normal channels." -
National Council of Jewish Women, Louisville Section, monthly meeting minutes, March 18, 1940
National Council of Jewish Women, Louisville Section, monthly meeting minutes on March 18, 1940. The minutes report that the Council "has contributed $100 to the National Council Scholarship Fund for Refugees." The Americanization Committee reports "that one new family and one individual had arrived in the City since the last meeting," thanks Council members for donating clothing and furniture for new residents, and notes that the Girl Scouts want to work with the committee to help immigrant girls join. A letter read from the National Chairman of the Children's Aid appeals for continued funding. To conclude the meeting, the Committee on Contemporary Jewish Affairs held a roundtable titled "Milestones in Refugee Resettlement." -
National Council of Jewish Women, Louisville Section, open meeting minutes, December 11, 1939
National Council of Jewish Women, Louisville Section, open meeting minutes on December 11, 1939. The Committee on Americanization “thanked members who visited the German families and also thanked members for the generous response to the committee’s request for furniture.” The minutes also recount expenses and remaining Council funds for November through December. Reports and updates are recorded for the Committee of Education’s book tea and the Peace International Relations Committee’s book review. The Committee of Social Welfare report “asked for volunteers for the Children’s Home” and introduced a “Toy-Lending project.” After one month of operation, the Council workshop “has received $110.00 worth of orders.” Other points of discussion are Red Cross donations and volunteers, the Student Loan fund, the Penny Lunch fund, and updates on local events. -
National Council of Jewish Women, Louisville Section, open meeting minutes, October 16, 1939
National Council of Jewish Women, Louisville Section, open meeting minutes for October 16, 1939. In reference to World War II, the minutes note that "A letter was read from the National Council urging the study of the present neutrality laws and the President's proposals. Members were asked to write to Congressmen and Senators endorsing the President's proposed neutrality legislation." The minutes report on a bequest from Carrie E. Hirsch "for local refugee work," and work by the Americanization Committee to assist the "178 emigrees in the city, fourteen having arrived since June." The three-year old German Children's Aid Inc. fund also contributes to the care of 413 children through their work with the national organization. Charles Strull spoke to the Council about how the war in Europe was impacting refugees.