The House
Built in 1923 as part of the Elmwood district development, AshbyPlace embodies strong elements of Prairie School architecture with Mediterranean Revival influences. From 1980 to 2015, it served as a guest house for visiting scholars affiliated with the University of California, Berkeley. Conveniently located within walking distance of UC Berkeley or just a ten-minute ride on the local bus, AshbyPlace is defined by its prime location.
Hideko(owner) and Otis cat napping.
One of its most distinctive features is its lush natural surroundings, including an abundance of vegetation and 11 towering palm trees that add an elegant, graceful presence to the property.
Visiting Scholars staying at AshbyPlace(1989).
A present from a visiting scholar from Germany. A piece of concrete from the wall separating East and West Germany. The wall came down and Germany was united on November 9, 1989.
As a physical witness to the changes that reshaped the city's infrastructure, this house is integral to understanding the scope and success of Berkeley's mid-century urban planning. It stands as direct evidence of how thoughtful city interventions can blend progress with preservation.
