Architecture faculty Clark Thenhaus on the history behind San Francisco’s colorful homes

October 13, 2025

Clark Thenhaus offers insight into the history of the city’s iconic Victorian homes in a story spotlighting Bob Buckter, aka Dr. Color.

A pink building painted by Bob Buckter, also known as Dr. Color, is seen at 1102 Treat Ave., in San Francisco’s Mission District on Oct. 8, 2025.