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Neff (Wallace) Collection
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Description
This collection contains the
professional papers and architectural drawings of Los Angeles architect Wallace Neff
(1895-1982), best known for designing elegant Spanish Colonial-revival homes for famous
clients in Southern California in the 1920s and 1930s. In a career spanning over 50 years,
Neff designed many notable residential and institutional buildings, and innovated a
low-cost, concrete housing design he called the Airform.
Background
Wallace Neff (1895-1982) was a Los Angeles architect who designed many residential and
institutional buildings of note in Southern California from 1919 to 1975.
Extent
918.7 Linear Feet
(54 boxes and 262 oversize folders)
Restrictions
The Huntington Library does not require that researchers request permission to quote from
or publish images of this material, nor does it charge fees for such activities. The
responsibility for identifying the copyright holder, if there is one, and obtaining
necessary permissions rests with the researcher.
Availability
Open for use by qualified researchers and by appointment. Please contact Reader Services at
the Huntington Library for more information.