Burlingame, San Diego facts for kids
Burlingame is a cool neighborhood in San Diego, California. It's located right next to North Park to the north and east, and South Park to the south. It's part of a bigger area called the Greater North Park Community Planning Area.
What makes Burlingame special is that it's a "historic district." This means the City of San Diego officially recognizes it for its amazing and unique homes. You'll find many different styles of houses here, like the cozy Craftsman Bungalows, the charming Tudor Revival homes, and the beautiful Mission Revival and Spanish Colonial Revival designs. There are also houses built in the Prairie School and Art Deco styles, plus classic California Ranch homes. Some houses even mix a few of these styles together, making them truly one-of-a-kind!
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Discovering Burlingame's Architecture
Burlingame is like an outdoor museum of house styles! Walking through its streets, you can see how homes were built in different time periods. Each style has its own special features that make it stand out.
Popular House Styles in Burlingame
Let's take a closer look at some of the cool architectural styles you can spot in Burlingame:
- Craftsman Bungalow: These homes are super popular and often have low-pitched roofs, wide front porches, and lots of natural wood inside. They were built to be cozy and practical.
- Tudor Revival: Imagine a fairytale cottage! Tudor homes often have steep roofs, tall chimneys, and decorative half-timbering (wood strips on the outside walls).
- Mission Revival: These houses remind you of old Spanish missions in California. They usually have smooth stucco walls, red tile roofs, and arched doorways or windows.
- Spanish Colonial Revival: Similar to Mission Revival, these homes also feature stucco and red tiles. They often have decorative ironwork and courtyards, bringing a touch of old Spain to San Diego.
- Prairie School: This style was all about connecting homes with the flat landscape. Prairie homes have strong horizontal lines, low-pitched roofs, and wide eaves that hang over the walls.
- Art Deco: If you see a house with geometric shapes, bold patterns, and a sleek, modern look, it might be Art Deco! This style was popular in the 1920s and 30s.
- California Ranch: These are often single-story homes with long, low profiles. They are designed for easy living and often have open floor plans and big windows.
Why is Burlingame a Historic District?
Being a historic district means that the neighborhood's special character and history are protected. This helps keep the unique look and feel of Burlingame alive for future generations. It also means that changes to homes in the district often need to follow certain rules to make sure they fit in with the historic styles. This helps preserve the beauty and history of the area.
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The Wegeforth-Wucher house, a famous historical site in San Diego.
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A special plaque on the Wegeforth-Wucher house, showing its historical importance.
