"Eichler houses are iconic examples of Mid-century Modern architecture, famously known as "California Modern." They typically feature glass walls, post-and-beam construction, and open floorplans, a style popularized by visionaries like Frank Lloyd Wright. Joseph Eichler's signature concept was to "bring the outside in," achieved via skylights and expansive floor-to-ceiling windows looking out on private outdoor rooms, patios, atriums, and gardens. These homes, often single-story with low-sloping roofs and clean lines, offered airy, modern living in stark contrast to most mass-produced post-war houses of the 1950s."
Read More"Fairwood Addition is particularly desirable due to its access to highly-rated schools in the Cupertino School District (e.g., Regnart Elementary and Cupertino High School), a significant draw for families. These later Eichler tracts in 94086 often feature larger, more sophisticated designs, reflecting the evolution of Eichler's vision and adapting to market demands for more expansive homes. Midtown and Primewood, for instance, designed by Claude Oakland, are among the largest Eichlers built, frequently showcasing dramatic A-frame or low-gable rooflines that create vaulted ceilings and clerestory windows, enhancing the sense of light and volume."
Read More"Fairorchard holds a legendary place in Silicon Valley lore as the childhood home of Steve Wozniak, co-founder of Apple Computers. It was in an Eichler on Edmonton Avenue that Wozniak first met Steve Jobs, a serendipitous encounter that led to the founding of Apple in 1976 and profoundly changed the course of global technology. This connection adds a unique layer of historical significance to the neighborhood."
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