28 Apr photographic survey of adler and sullivan’s ann halsted row houses (1884-1886) and its red slip terra cotta ornament
exterior photographic survey of adler and sullivan’s ann halsted row houses (1884-1886), located at 1826–1834 n. lincoln park west, chicago, il.
the red slip terra cotta ornament was fabricated by the northwestern terra cotta company, chicago, il.
ann halsted row houses, at 1826–1834 n. lincoln park west in chicago, are five townhouses designed by adler & sullivan between 1884 and 1886. commissioned by ann pinegar halsted as rental properties after her husband’s death, they represent a rare multi-unit residential project from the firm’s early years.
key features and architecture:
design style: queen anne style with red brick cladding and decorative terra cotta trim.
construction: phase i (1884–1885)—first three units built; phase ii (1885–1886)—final two units added after demolishing the family home.
significance: the only row houses designed by adler & sullivan, showcasing louis sullivan’s early ornamental style.
preservation: contributing buildings to the old town triangle historic district; listed on the national register of historic places in 1984.
