Last week we stopped by 44 Beverly Road, completed in 1916-1917 for William Cornelius Crowley. It is believed this outstanding limestone clad home was architect Richard Raseman’s first residential project in Grosse Pointe.

This week we stay on Beverly Road and head further down the street to number 28. Completed in 1911/1912, this distinctive Mission Revival style home was designed by Alpheus W. Chittenden for Detroit banker William Pegram Hamilton.

It is believed 28 Beverly, and 40 Beverly are the earliest houses built on Beverly Road. Both were constructed in 1911/12, part of the original Beverly Park sub-division that was platted by Henry B. Joy in 1910. 28 Beverly is a one of a kind 8,656 sq ft home that is a superb example of the Mission…

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Last week we presented some of the work of Richard E. Raseman who was, at one point, one of Detroit’s most prominent and influential designers. Not only did he create many significant buildings in the city, but also several noteworthy residences in Grosse Pointe.

This week we delve deeper into one of Richard Raseman’s residential projects, 44 Beverly Road, completed in 1916-1917 for William Cornelius Crowley. It is believed this outstanding home was one of Raseman’s earliest residential projects in Grosse Pointe. The property was featured in the Western Architect in October 1916.

44 Beverly Road is located on the corner of Maumee and Beverly Road and has always been a prominent residence in Grosse Pointe Farms. Beverly Road is part of the…

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Last week we explored 411 Country Club Lane, a stunning home designed by renowned architect William B. Stratton in 1927 for Edward S. Bennett. The Colonial style home is instantly recognizable on a special street that has many sublime properties.

This week we present some of the work of Richard E. Raseman who was, at one point, one of Detroit’s most prominent and influential designers. Not only did he create many significant buildings in the city, but also several noteworthy residences in Grosse Pointe.

Born in Detroit on July 29, 1855, Richard E. Raseman, without any formal training, began his career as a draughtsman in the firm of Julius Hess, a well-known architect in Detroit. Several years later, in 1883, he was a recognized architect in…

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Last week we presented the work of architect Charles Kellogg Backus. While Mr. Backus only designed a few homes during a short career that was tragically cut short, he did create one of Grosse Pointe’s most unique buildings, the Unitarian Church, located at 17150 Maumee in Grosse Pointe City. This distinctive structure was completed in 1964-1965.

This week we head to 411 Country Club Lane, a stunning home designed by renowned architect William B. Stratton in 1927 for Edward S. Bennett. The Colonial style home is instantly recognizable on a special street that has many sublime properties.

William B. Stratton was one of the most influential architects in Detroit during the early 20th Century. He worked with some of the best designers in the…

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Last we explored a rather splendid home, 70 Vendome. Located on one of the most prestigious streets in Grosse Pointe Farms, it was designed by prolific local architect Robert O. Derrick in 1929, for Frank E. Price.

This week we review the work of architect Charles Kellogg Backus. While Mr. Backus only designed a few homes during a short career that was tragically cut short, he did create one of Grosse Pointe’s most unique buildings, the Unitarian Church, located at 17150 Maumee in Grosse Pointe City. This stunning structure was completed in 1964-1965. Images courtesy of: Katie Doelle.

Charles Kellogg Backus was the son of Standish Backus who was a lawyer, engineer, general counsel for General Motors, and president of the Burroughs Adding…

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