Feb 18, 2011
National Register of Historic Places -Burnette-Berry House
Statement of Significant: The two-story Burnett-Berry House at 1030 West 65th Street, Kansas City, Jackson County, Missouri was built in 1936 and expanded in 1951. Locally significant under Criterion C for the area of Architecture, the Burnett-Berry House is notable for its pared-down expression of the Italian Renaissance Revival architectural style and as an example of the high-end residential work of prolific Kansas City architect Edward W. Tanner. While it most commonly was used for monumental, architect-designed civic/public and residential works for distinguished clients in urban settings, Italian Renaissance Revival architecture befit Kansas City's upscale Country Club residential district. Through its massing and materials, the Burnett-Berry House successfully conveys the sense of monumentality inherent in the style. A flat parapet encircles the residence, and tall, narrow windows vertically elongate the walls. Delicately scrolled iron balconettes complement the solid brick walls. Subtle design differences between the first and second story windows create the hierarchy that is typical of the architectural style. Many distinguished residential designs by Edward Tanner from the 1920s- and 1930s-line Ward Parkway and the radiating side streets. However, most of these residences express Colonial Revival, Tudor Revival, and Classical Revival architectural influences. While several other Tanner-designed houses can be said to have Italian Renaissance Revival affinities, they more accurately recall Mediterranean influences than the stately grandeur of Italian villas as embodied by the Burnett-Berry House. Edward Tanner designed 1030 West 65th Street for William E. and Marceline Burnett in 1936 during his close association with the J.C. Nichols Company. The Burnetts lived in the house until 1946, when they sold it to Berl Berry, a highly successful automobile dealer. Berry was a big man with a big personality who enjoyed entertaining. In 1951, Berry commissioned a U-shaped, two-story addition that surrounded the existing north wing, more than doubling the square footage of the house. While the name of the architect Berry used is not known, the addition seamlessly continued the design and materials of the original house. Very few changes have been made since 1951 and the house retains excellent integrity. The Italian Renaissance Revival architecture of the Burnett-Berry House clearly illustrates the exceptional design work of Edward Tanner. It also represents the high-end residential architecture associated with the Nichols Company and the development of the Country Club District.
National Register of Historic Places -Burnette-Berry House
Statement of Significant: The two-story Burnett-Berry House at 1030 West 65th Street, Kansas City, Jackson County, Missouri was built in 1936 and expanded in 1951. Locally significant under Criterion C for the area of Architecture, the Burnett-Berry House is notable for its pared-down expression of the Italian Renaissance Revival architectural style and as an example of the high-end residential work of prolific Kansas City architect Edward W. Tanner. While it most commonly was used for monumental, architect-designed civic/public and residential works for distinguished clients in urban settings, Italian Renaissance Revival architecture befit Kansas City's upscale Country Club residential district. Through its massing and materials, the Burnett-Berry House successfully conveys the sense of monumentality inherent in the style. A flat parapet encircles the residence, and tall, narrow windows vertically elongate the walls. Delicately scrolled iron balconettes complement the solid brick walls. Subtle design differences between the first and second story windows create the hierarchy that is typical of the architectural style. Many distinguished residential designs by Edward Tanner from the 1920s- and 1930s-line Ward Parkway and the radiating side streets. However, most of these residences express Colonial Revival, Tudor Revival, and Classical Revival architectural influences. While several other Tanner-designed houses can be said to have Italian Renaissance Revival affinities, they more accurately recall Mediterranean influences than the stately grandeur of Italian villas as embodied by the Burnett-Berry House. Edward Tanner designed 1030 West 65th Street for William E. and Marceline Burnett in 1936 during his close association with the J.C. Nichols Company. The Burnetts lived in the house until 1946, when they sold it to Berl Berry, a highly successful automobile dealer. Berry was a big man with a big personality who enjoyed entertaining. In 1951, Berry commissioned a U-shaped, two-story addition that surrounded the existing north wing, more than doubling the square footage of the house. While the name of the architect Berry used is not known, the addition seamlessly continued the design and materials of the original house. Very few changes have been made since 1951 and the house retains excellent integrity. The Italian Renaissance Revival architecture of the Burnett-Berry House clearly illustrates the exceptional design work of Edward Tanner. It also represents the high-end residential architecture associated with the Nichols Company and the development of the Country Club District.
Feb 18, 2011
Posted Date
Aug 17, 2023
Historical Record Date
Feb 18, 2011
Source Name
National Register of Historic Places
