Atkin, James, House
260 W. 300 North, Beaver, UTThe home was built for James Atkin in 1911, probably by the Scots mason Alexander Boyter. Mr. Atkin may also have helped with the construction. The home is architecturally significant because it is an example of a style of building that forms the transition between traditional folk building and the more universal styles of the 20th century. Characteristics of this style are shingle work in the gable, complete returns of the cornice across the gable, a steeply pitched roof, etc.
Local significance of the building:Listed in National Register of Historic Places in 1982.
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