The Boulevard Neighborhood is named for its widest street which is flanked by many of the trees planted in 1889 when it was laid out. The Pink House backs up directly to the district. The active streetcar line in Athens prompted the private firm, Athens Park and Improvement Company, to acquire the land and establish the first streetcar suburb in Athens. The developers reserved a portion of the land over the railroad tracks for industrial use as well.
With the access to transportation, proximity to downtown and the building of The Southern Mill around 1900, the area had a diverse population. Therefore, there are many types and styles of home. From a shotgun to a massive greek revival with the occasional ranch, this area has it all. Most of the larger houses can be found on the Boulevard.
The home where the lath came from is on Nantahala. It is closer to the industrial area than the Boulevard and would have been considered a working class part of the neighborhood. The Nantahala home would fall into what's referred to as a vernacular building type. A 'vernacular' building is generally built without a grand style in mind but to be functional and provide shelter. These houses were built by everyday carpenters using locally available material.