2018 House Tour Reveal - John G. Japp House

Our third reveal for the 2018 Clifton House Tour is the John G. Japp House, built in 1905.This splendid example of the American Four-Square architectural form (the cubicaltwo-story equivalent of a one-story “bungalow’) is elaborated by subtle periodreferences, while retaining its overall Arts & Crafts character. Each façade is almostsymmetrical with the centers emphasized by dormers that share the gentle “rake” oroutward slope of the hipped red-tiled roofs. One of the earth-tone orange-brickhome’s distinguishing features is the use of alternating brick quoins to accentuatethe corners including those of the flat bays on the front and angled bays on the sides.Also remarkable are the imposing chimneys which flair at their tops for emphasis.The above is just a small portion of what is written in the tour book. Learn more about this home on the Clifton House Tour. Buy your tickets in advance for $20 or on May 13 for $25.