The Lewis Homes Records (approximately 1990-2009) contain the records of Lewis Homes, a Southern California based company that was one of the top home builders in the Las Vegas Valley during the 1990s and 2000s. This collection focuses on the Orchards and Orchards West neighboorhood in eastern Las Vegas, Nevada and contains a parcel map, history of title claims for certain land parcels, and documents related to site development. The collection also contains some material related to the Southern Nevada Homebuilders Association in the 2000s.
Aerial view of the Landmark Casino and the Las Vegas Convention Center. The Landmark Casino was closed on August 8, 1990 and demolished five years later on November 7, 1995. The site of the Landmark is now the Gold Parking Lot for the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority. Site Name: Las Vegas Convention Center; Landmark Hotel and Casino
This set contains architectural drawings for MGM Grand Hotels (client) and includes drawings by Gunny and Brizendine (engineer), and Laschover and Sovich Incorporated (consultant).
This set includes: index sheet, site plans, grading plans, floor plans, reflected ceiling plans, exterior elevations, building sections, wall sections, construction details, finish schedules, door schedules, mechanical plans, equipment plans, equipment schedules, and foundation plans.
Archival Collection
Martin Stern Architectural Records
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Collection Number: MS-00382 Collection Name: Martin Stern Architectural Records Box/Folder: Roll 101
This set includes: redlining, process drawings, index sheet, site plans, floor plans, exterior elevations, foundation plans, framing plans, roof plans, building sections, construction details, interior elevations, finish/door/window schedules, electrical details, fixture schedules, electrical schematics, fire alarm plans, HVAC plans, plumbing plans, plumbing schematics, general specifications, water and sewer plans, grading plans and utility plans.
Archival Collection
Gary Guy Wilson Architectural Drawings
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Collection Number: MS-00439 Collection Name: Gary Guy Wilson Architectural Drawings Box/Folder: Roll 014
Black and white image of the gravel testing laboratory at the site of the former Stewart Ranch, also known as the Las Vegas Ranch. Standing in the center is Henry Wieking, "setting window and door casements preparatory to rebuilding adobe walls." Site Name: Las Vegas Ranch (Las Vegas, Nev.)