Halff, A. H., House
601 Howard St., San Antonio, TXAyres was a prolific architect who designed hundreds of buildings in San Antonio. The Halff House is one of his most notable works. It is a unique example of residential architecture from the turn of the century, and a landmark where many social and business gatherings of the period were held.
Designed by Atlee B. Ayres for Alexander Hart Halff in 1908, the residence at 601 Howard Street in San Antonio is one of distinctive architectural significance. As one of the few remaining domestic structures in the once-prestigious Tobin Hill area it is an outstanding example of Ayres' ability to combine numerous stylistic influences creatively, while managing to maintain a cohesive design. Ayres was one of the most prolific and influential architects in San Antonio during his 67 years of architectural practice. During his partnership with CA. Coughlin, and later with his son Robert Ayres, he produced hundreds of buildings that influenced the face of the city. The A.H. Halff House still stands as a unique example of residential architecture from turn-of-the-century San Antonio, and as a landmark where many social and business gatherings of the period were held.
Local significance of the building:Listed in National Register of Historic Places in 1986.
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