The Paul Lucas Hamilton House

We recently got access to high resolution photos of the Paul Hamilton House from the Pirkle Jones collection. Courtesy of special collections, University Library, University of Santa Cruz, Pirkle Jones collection. 1954 Paul Hamilton House.

  Paul Lucas Hamilton (May 31, 1919 - January 28, 2015), also known as Paul Hamilton, was master American architect specializing in the Second Bay Tradition. 1   Early Life Hamilton was born in Moscow, Idaho.  His family moved to Burbank, California.  He graduated from the ArtCenter, College of Design, Pasadena.  After completing his education, he moved to Orinda to set up a successful home design and building company. Hamilton was a very well-known and respected architect in Sonoma County and California. He designed over 50 houses, and two among them were featured in Hollywood films, including "The Bodyguard." 2   He also designed commercial buildings, including the Matanzas Creek Winery building.  Hamilton’s work was inspired by Frank Lloyd Wright.  This inspiration is visible in the buildings and structures designed by him.  Paul Hamilton: "More artist than advocate" by Verna Mays Text of article: Paul Hamilton: "More artist than advocate"...

 We went to Santa Cruz today and have a pleasant visit with Sandy Castle/James Mazzeo .  When he was younger, he worked on the Tallac House (Falling Leaf) in Tahoe.  The house was designed by Paul Hamilton and Roger Somers was the contractor.  As mentioned, Paul and Roger were good friends and Paul even spoke at Roger's memorial when he passed away.     James later went on to have a colorful, artistic journey.   From James Mazzeo, Summer of 1969, Fallen Leaf Lake