Victoria architect designed San Diego's most iconic buildings
By Robert Moncada, Guest Blogger South Texas communities are historically known for their vibrant architecture, including banks, libraries, churches, courthouses, and many other buildings. These structures serve as landmarks for many rural towns. For example, in San Diego, St. Francis de Paula Catholic Church, the A. L. Muil Building and the Hoffman Bank have stood the test for over 100 years. Although different in their purpose, all the buildings share one thing in common: their architect. Jules Leffland was an architect from Denmark who gained fame and fortune throughout Texas. He was heavily involved in South Texas development from 1886 until the 1910s. Many of his works are listed on the National Register of Historic Places and have earned historical markers from the Texas Historical Commission. Jules Leffland After beginning his career as an architect in Denmark, Leffland emigrated to Victoria, Texas, in 1886. In Victoria, 15 buildings bear the Leffland design. I...