Sartor House

Built for jeweler Alexander Sartor, this residence represents a smaller-scale commission from Alfred Giles, an architect better known for grander projects. Along the street front, five large windows open onto the porch. The caliche block walls are stuccoed to imitate ashlar masonry with protruding mortar joints, while a central pediment with a hanging pendant framing the front door brings out the home's Gothic styling, complemented by dentil molding and arched openings.