House for Vernon Robertson, 1977-1979
Item
Title
House for Vernon Robertson, 1977-1979
Subject
Description
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.
Creator
Source
Ward, Jasper D. (1921-2002) Architectural Drawings, 1924-1997, The Filson Historical Society, Louisville, Kentucky
Date
Rights
Property rights in the collection belong to The Filson Historical Society. The Filson Historical Society can provide high-resolution scans of original source materials from its holdings for non-commercial and commercial use. To learn about this process, visit https://filsonhistorical.org/collections/order-reproductions/
Language
Identifier
Mss. AR W259 Folder 054 Item 001-013
Collection
Citation
Ward, Jasper D. (1921-2002), “House for Vernon Robertson, 1977-1979,” The Filson Historical Society Digital Projects, accessed May 14, 2025, https://filsonhistorical.omeka.net/items/show/7142.
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