02. Architecture Archives

Classification

Identifier: 02

As a partnership between the Smathers Libraries and the School of Architecture since 2004, the Architecture Archives has become a leading repository for historical records pertaining to the architects and architecture of Florida. The collections support scholarly research, historic preservation, and the education of future students. A handful of important collections, including the archives of Alfred Browning Parker, Kenneth Treister, Darrell Fleeger, and the Carrère and Hastings firm, currently are being preserved, arranged and described by staff. As such, final descriptions for these collections are not available online at this time.

Found in 46 Collections and/or Records:

Robert W. Richardson Drawings

Collection

Identifier: MSS 0518

Abstract

Architectural drawings for various projects designed by Robert W. Richardson from 1959 to 1985. In addition to several residential projects, the collection includes drawings for various projects at the Breakers Hotel.

Dates: 1959 - 1985

Found in: Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida

Gene Leedy Papers

Collection

Identifier: MSS 0556

Abstract

Rolled drawings, slides, negatives, photographs, presentation photos, scrapbooks, models, and miscellaneous material belonging to Winter Haven Architect, Gene Leedy. Leedy was one of the pioneers of the modern movement in Florida and later one of the founders of the Sarasota School of Architecture. Leedy is most well known for his bold use of precast concrete, especially long-span “double-tee” structural elements.

Dates: 1920 - 2008; Majority of material found within 1952 - 2000

Found in: Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida

Historic Preservation Institutes at the University of Florida Records

Series

Identifier: Series 203

Abstract

General files, reports and terminal projects, photographs, AV, and architectural drawings from the University of Florida’s two Preservation Institutes, Preservation Institute Nantucket and Preservation Institute Caribbean.

Dates: 1972 - 2013

Found in: Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida

Sanford Goldman Papers

Collection

Identifier: MSS 0584

Abstract

Photographs, drawings, and newspaper clippings of architectural projects of architect Sanford Goldman. Goldman studied under Frank Lloyd Wright at Taliesin in Wisconsin and practiced architecture in St. Petersburg and the Tampa Bay area for over 50 years.

Dates: 1949 - 2019; Majority of material found within 1949 - 1998

Found in: Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida

Hal Reid Papers

Collection

Identifier: MSS 0603

Abstract

Photos, drawings, brochures, articles, and documents from the projects of Ocala based architect Hal Thomas Reid and his company Hal Thomas Reid Associates.

Dates: 1960 - 2010

Found in: Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida

Frederic Stresau Landscape Architecture Drawings

Collection

Identifier: MSS 0612

Abstract

Landscape architecture drawings produced by Florida landscape architect Frederic Barnes Stresau.

Dates: 1954-2002

Found in: Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida

John Howey Papers

Collection

Identifier: MSS 0547

Abstract

Architectural designs by John Howey. Includes residences, offices, schools, hotels, hospitals, and government projects. Mostly Tampa and Central Florida, but also Georgia and California among other locations. Also includes models for four projects.

Dates: 1964 - 2000

Found in: Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida

Robin Z. Parker Collection

Collection

Identifier: MSS 0449

Abstract

Architectural drawings for projects designed by Robin Z. Parker and Alfred Browning Parker, mostly in Miami and South Florida. Some of the projects were designed solely by Robin Parker.

Dates: circa 1960-2009

Found in: Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida

Robert McDonald Papers

Collection

Identifier: MSS 0459

Abstract

Architectural drawings created by Architect Robert McDonald for various projects from 1968 to 1995. The majority of the projects are in Ft. Lauderdale and the Broward County region.

Dates: 1968 - 1995

Found in: Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida

Jonathan Seymour Papers

Collection

Identifier: MSS 0618

Abstract

Drawings and photographs for Johnathan Seymour's landscape designs, primarily residential. Also included are some biographical and autobiographical materials, as well as clippings and notes on various projects.

Dates: 1953 - 2013

Found in: Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida