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Explore Sacramento’s architectural evolution and investments

This collection of stories highlights Sacramento's blend of historical architecture and modern urban development.

The articles explore various architectural projects, such as the renovation of the Eichler mid-century modern homes in South Land Park Hills and the transformation of the old Marshall School into a residential complex. They also feature efforts to attract investment in the city's urban core, including plans for a new convention center hotel alongside waterfront improvements. Additionally, a mid-century modern home in River Park and an Art Deco-inspired residence in Curtis Park draw significant interest from house hunters, showcasing the city's diverse architectural appeal. Future developments like the proposed housing at the old Marshall School site also promise to bring new life to historic areas. Read the stories below.

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Art Deco features blend with Streamline Moderne style in the Curtis Park home in Sacramento California.

NO. 1: HOUSE HUNTERS FLOCK TO ART DECO-INSPIRED HOME IN SACRAMENTO. TAKE A LOOK INSIDE

With Streamline Moderne influences, this residence is fun and sophisticated. | Published March 29, 2025 | Read Full Story by David Caraccio

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A mid-century modern home in the River Park area of Sacramento is for sale for $899,000. By Hector Amezcua

NO. 2: SEE INSIDE THIS TIMELESS MID-CENTURY MODERN HOME IN SACRAMENTO: ‘IT’S GOT THE ‘IT’ FACTOR’

A formal dining room offers a built-in bar and hutch next to a spacious kitchen and cozy breakfast area. | Published March 1, 2025 | Read Full Story by David Caraccio

The Carter Sparks-designed mid-century modern home in Fair Oaks, California, has floor-to-ceiling windows looking in from the backyard.

NO. 3: WHAT’S THE SIGNIFICANCE OF MID-CENTURY MODERN ARCHITECTURE IN SACRAMENTO? WE JUST FOUND OUT

South Land Park Hills designated a historic district for its Eichler homes. | Published May 27, 2024 | Read Full Story by David Caraccio

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The new complex at the Old Marshall School site in midtown Sacramento as seen from G Street at 28th in this rendering.

NO. 4: WHAT NEW HOUSING COMPLEX AT OLD MARSHALL SCHOOL SITE IN MIDTOWN SACRAMENTO WILL LOOK LIKE

Plans will put apartments in the old school building and surround it with duplexes. Here’s how many | Published July 31, 2024 | Read Full Story by David Caraccio

A view from a drone of the Sacramento waterfront on Thursday, Nov. 14, 2024 after city leaders held press conference to announce funding for projects to revamp the area. By Hector Amezcua

NO. 5: MAYOR WANTS $40 MILLION TO REVAMP SACRAMENTO’S WATERFRONT. HOW WOULD THE MONEY BE USED?

“We have the will, and now we have a plan,” Mayor Darrell Steinberg. | Published November 14, 2024 | Read Full Story by Annika Merrilees

The summary above was drafted with the help of AI tools and edited by journalists in our News division. All stories listed were reported, written and edited by McClatchy journalists.