Exterior view of the E. L. Cord house (torn down in 1963). Paul Williams was an African American architect who designed almost 2,000 homes in the Los Angeles area. He worked for wealthy celebrity clients, but also designed affordable homes, public housing, and civic, commercial, and institutional buildings. His works exhibit elegant composition and perfect proportion. Written on back of photo: E.L. Cord residence, Beverly Hills, Calif. Designed by Paul R. Williams 1930.
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Colonial revival (Architecture) Williams, Paul R., 1894-1980
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