Designed by German architect, Caspar Ehmcke, this French Tudor home was designed for entertaining. The architect, who got his start designing famous department stores of the 50s and 60s in Los Angeles and San Francisco, insisted on getting to know the original owners for two years before completing his design.  Paul and Linda Smith, who purchased the home in 2024, are only the third owners, and take great pride in this largely unretouched home with its many modern innovations that have stood the test of time. Additional photos and information are available in the Fall 2025 edition of FootPrints 

 

 

AT A GLANCE

1960 Manzanita Lane
BUILT: 1972
OWNER: Linda and Paul Smith, since 2024
SQUARE FOOTAGE: 3404 (3 bedrooms, 4.5 baths)
(according to the Washoe County assessor)
DISTINCTIVE FEATURES:
Architecture: French Tudor
Architect: Caspar Ehmcke
Neighborhood: Lakeridge
Access: 4 steps to front entrance