Alhambra's Architecture
Alhambra's architecture ranges from Victorian to MidCentury Modern and everything in between. With more than 25 sub-genres, Alhambra boasts some of the most diverse architecture in Southern California. The architects who designed Alhambra's historic homes, businesses, churches and schools include John C. Austin, Reginald Davis Johnson, Sylvanus Marston, Scott Quintin, and John Walker Smart. Explore Alhambra's Architecture Map to learn more about Alhambra's amazing architecture!
Victorian
Alhambra's Victorian homes range from Italianate to Queen Anne. Beacon Street is home to a grouping of Victorian homes. This home was once Alhambra's hospital. It was moved from Main Street in the early 20th century.
Arts & Crafts
Alhambra's Ramona Park Tract, La Marguerita-Souders Tract and Wuest-Bushnell Tract all include Arts & Crafts homes. This Swiss Chalet Arts & Crafts home is located in the Wuest-Bushnell Tract.
Spanish
From Spanish Colonial to Pueblo to Mission Revival, Alhambra boasts many different Spanish-style homes. This Mission Revival home is located in Lindaraxa Tract.
English Tudor Revival
English Tudor Revival homes may be found throughout Alhambra. This home is located in the Mayfair Tract.
Storybook
Storybook-style homes were whimsical houses built in the early 20th century. Many can be found in Alhambra's Emery Park Tract.
Midcentury Modern
Alhambra's city hall was designed in the New Formalist style in 1960 by William Allen. Midcentury Modern style homes can be found in the Emery Park Tract, Midwick Tract and neighborhoods surrounding the Pyrenees Castle.
Minimal Traditional
Popular in the 1940s after World War II, Minimal Traditional homes in Alhambra may be found in the Airport Tract, Bean Tract and Midwick Tracts.
Revival Architecture
Alhambra has an impressive collection of revival-styled homes. This American Colonial Revival home is located in northern Alhambra and was featured in the filming of the 1991 movie Father of the Bride, which starred Steve Martin.
