Moderns that Matter
Moderns that Matter is an ongoing compilation of Gainesville’s most iconic and lesser known buildings and sites. Collectively, these places lend our city its distinct character and sense of place. Our goal is to ensure these buildings and sites are not lost, but are maintained and, when necessary, thoughtfully adapted for new uses and needs.
Gainesville Moderns that Matter include:

1964 - Lakeshore Towers,
Architect, Harry Merritt
2306 SW 13th St, Gainesville, FL

1962 - RIPS Dry Cleaners
316 Main St, Gainesville, FL

1975 - Grace Presbyterian Church
3146 NW 13th St,
Gainesville FL

1964 - Federal Court House,
Reynolds, Smith & Lee Architects
401 SE 1st Ave,
Gainesville, FL

1963 - Sigma Alpha Epsilon Fraternity House
University of Florida
Gene Leedy, Architect
2 Fraternity Dr,
Gainesville FL

1964 - Fire Station # 4
10 SW36 St Gainesville, FL

Florida Park Neighborhood
Gainesville, FL

Palm View Estates
Neighborhood Gainesville, FL



1974 - St. Michael’s Episcopal Church
Architect, Nils Schweizer
4315 NW 23rd Ave, Gainesville, FL
Demolished 2019