Inga Gudmundsson
Laughlin Mansion
In 1880, construction began on Ellsworth Avenue on what was to become the Laughlin Mansion, a two-story twelve room residence with a...
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Joseph Stillburg - Pittsburgh Architect
Remembering Stillburg's Legacy Through Forgotten Works & Designs
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Joseph Stiller von Stillburg (1847-1923)
The Old Gent
Joseph was born in Austria on August 24, 1847 to Joseph Stillburg Sr. and Marie Berchschnieder. After briefly serving in the Austrian Army during the Austro-Purssian War (1866), he immigrated to the United States in 1868 (according to the 1920 census). He became an architect in Pittsburgh and was well known, designing various buildings, many of which are still standing today. He was married to Amelia and had three sons Frederick, Albert, and Osker. Joseph died from liver cancer on December 23, 1923.
This blog is dedicated to keeping his works alive.
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Mrs. Gusky's 5th Avenue Residence
Joseph Stillburg was hired to design a stately residence for Mr. and Mrs. J. M. Gusky on 5th Avenue in Pittsburgh. Known for his...
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Benjamin Franklin Jones Cottage - Cresson, PA
Co-founder of Jones and Laughlin Steel Co. Benjamin Franklin Jones was a well known steel and iron magnate during the 19th century. ...
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Bissell Building
In 1880, William Semple Bissell hired Joseph Stillburg to design a corner store building at Smithfield Street and 7th Avenue in...
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