The basic theme of an Eichler house
is - private blank
front facades, rear and sometimes side walls of floor-to-ceiling glass, fenced
yards, kitchens open to a multipurpose
"family" room, stained wood siding, post-and beam ceilings, and
heating and sometimes air conditioning imbedded in the concrete floors. Eichler
tracts had many firsts in subdivision planning - streets in concentric circles,
and community clubhouses and swimming pools. Site planning and overall tract
layout was a distinguishing mark of Eichler tracts. Curved streets created
varied views of the houses and more privacy. Another innovative feature for
tracts at the time was 2 bathrooms per 3 or more bedrooms.
It is said that by mid 1950 every San Francisco Bay area resident looking at homes,
could recognize and even describe an "Eichler".Which
is something no other homebuilder has accomplished. The company expanded
to building over 900 units a year. And in 1960 Eichler expanded to Southern California.
Eichler was proud of the "custom-designed" appearance of his houses.
They looked that way because the architects also designed buildings for
individual clients. The view to or from the private outdoors enhances the
spacious feel of the home. When equipped with Modern furnishings the design of
the home is not obstructed one's view by high or massive furniture. Owners love
the open flow and how the house comes alive at night. The walls seem to
disappear and reflections bounce off a variety of surfaces. Plus, the floor
plan adapts easily from couples to family living.
Eichler homes were built on 6 basic principles...
- Imagination - innovative floor plans and design touches
- Experience - By the time Eichler built this neighborhood, he
was a seasoned developer.
- Dimension - the open floor plans and spacious illusion created
by the expansive glass.
- Privacy - the open world of the homes is completely protected
from the street, plus master suite and family areas are often separated
across the house
- Freedom - heating and air conditioning built-into the floor and
easy to clean surfaces leave time for other activities
- Value - high-end quality details, but built for the Middle
Class Family
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