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Overview

The J.C. Black House had a remarkable front fenestration with a bank of nine windows placed in a ribbon to take advantage of a western panorama of Downtown Seattle and Elliott Bay. It was a notable loss for historic preservation in Seattle.

Building History

The J.C. Black House was one of the most interesting dwellings inluenced by the Prairie Style in Seattle, WA, designed by Andrew Willatzen (1876-1974), who worked in the office of Frank Lloyd Wright (1867-1959) before moving west.

Its demolition sparked a controversy and proved a huge loss for Queen Anne and the city.

Building Notes

Its second floor fenestration was marked by a notable ribbon of nine double-hung windows.

Demolition

The Black House was razed in 2004. A vacant lot replaced the Black House, although a four-pack of townhouses was meant to be built after the demolition. Like many other historic preservation tragedies, this house was demolished during the cover of darkness.

PCAD id: 12199