Agnews State Hospital Superintendent's Residence
AGNEWS STATE HOSPITAL
SUPERINTENDENT’S RESIDENCE
ERECTED 1915
California State Architectural Department George Sellon, State Architect
The Superintendent’s Residence is a blend of the Arts & Crafts and Prairie
School styles popularized by Frank Lloyd Wright. Arts & Crafts features
include the exposed rafters and purlins on the front porch and porte cochere
along with natural and textured materials such as the rough stucco walls, half-
timbering and knee braces under the eaves. The low horizontal building
massing, triangular-arched windows and projecting eaves are typical of the
Prairie School style. The interior features stained wood paneling, geometric
patterns and boxed beams which are also characteristic of this style.
The Superintendent’s Residence served as Dr. Leonard Stocking’s home from its
construction in 1915 until his death in 1931. The prominent foyer, library
and drawing room are typical of large houses of this period. Also included in
the design are servants’ quarters and special overnight quarters for the
California State Governor who was required to visit the hospital once each
year.
Submitted by: Eric Goodill