1051 Collins Ave

Construction date: documented 1957*

Architect: Robert & Len H. Glasser

Builder: Jack Bernard

Style: Apartment/multi-unit complex, Miami Modern . Symmetrical facade design; Long, open balconies connecting apartment efficiency units

Open to the public: Yes. Only first floor level retail space is open to the public

Historic Designation: National (Miami Beach Architectural District, 1979) ; Local (Ocean Drive/Collins Avenue District, 1986)

Architectural Description

This is a 3-story domestic: Multiple Dwelling building in the Miami Modern style built in 1957. The foundation is spread footing. Exterior walls are stucco. The building has a built-up roof. Windows are replacement aluminum jalacy casement. Windows at second and third floor levels are primarily jalacy casement, while windows at the first floor level are primarily fixed There is a single-story, full-span open porch characterized by an integrated (under the main) roof with round metal posts. Full-span porch recessed into building up four steps from street level; Simple metal railing Primary entryway is centered on porch; Glass double-door; Fixed display windows along the wall to the left; Low-relief diamond pattern on the wall to the right Symmetrical facade design; Long, open balconies connecting apartment efficiency units The builder is recorded as Jack Bernard. The architect is recorded as Robert & Len H. Glasser. The original/significant owner is recorded as Mr. and Mrs. Sam Kanner (original).

* Date source: Miami-Dade County Property Appraiser

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