William H. Ranlett

William H. Ranlett Sr. (July 3, 1806 – November 8, 1865) was an American architect and author. He moved from the East Coast to San Francisco during the California Gold Rush and is thought to have brought Italianate-style architecture with him to the city.

History Ranlett published the periodical, The Architect. It is thought that Ranlett had brought Italianate-style architecture to the city; and both the Atkinson House (1853) and Ranlett House (1853) were the first Italianate style buildings in San Francisco. Joseph H. Atkinson House (1853), 1032 Broadway, San Francisco, California William H. Ranlett House (1854), 1637 Taylor Street, San Francisco, California; also known as “The House of Many Corners”

Publications William H. Ranlett, The Architect, Vol. I & II, New York: Dewitt & Davenport, 1847–1849. Reprint, New York: DaCapo Press, 1976.