Giving a historical account of Hoover Dam, Kenny Slaught says that the major structure was concluded during the American Great Depression period, amid 1931 and 1936, which cost the government $49 million dollars. Before, the dam was named Boulder Dam, but was later renamed Hoover Dam as a tribute to the erstwhile-President Herbert Hoover, who… Continue Reading
Situated adjoining the states of Arizona and Nevada in America, Hoover Dam is an important project designed to give water and hydroelectric energy to the citizens of that region, taking advantage of the immense power of the Colorado River. California-based real estate developer and thoughtful Kenny Slaught appreciates the impact of the miraculous architectural structure… Continue Reading
About a century ago, noteworthy architect George Washington Smith, initiated the California movement known as the Spanish Colonial revival. Smith was a man who dropped out of Harvard to later work as a bond trader. Once Smith became prosperous, he moved to Santa Barbara area to live a calm life and wanted to concentrate on… Continue Reading
Kenny Slaught reports on his blog that some of the most famous Santa Barbara architecture features include the centuries-old Hotel Virginia, El Pueblo Viejo district in historic downtown along with the two pink towers of the Old Mission, hosting today retreats and festivals. The brightly colored tiles making up the County Courthouse are brilliant displays… Continue Reading