Last week we continued our presentation of Lochmoor Club as we explored clubhouse number 2. On 16 February 1924, Lochmoor Club suffered a catastrophic loss after the clubhouse was destroyed by fire. Two days later the ground was cleared to make way for a new building, designed by Stratton and Snyder. The new building, completed in June 1924, was described as one of the most attractive and commodious in the mid-west. It was razed in 1968.

This week we conclude the series as we present the story of the Lochmoor Club clubhouse number 3, which was recently lost to fire. It opened on Thanksgiving Day in 1969, designed by Daniell Associates. Image courtesy of: lochmoorclub.com

Back in 1917-1918, when the club was first organized, the number of…

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Last week we focused on the historic Lochmoor Club as we presented the history of this special place and the story of the original clubhouse - completed between 1917-1918. It was designed by the esteemed duo of William B. Stratton and his partner at the time Dalton J. Snyder.

This week we continue with the history of the Lochmoor Club, as we explore the second clubhouse that once graced the property. Given the recent events that resulted in the current clubhouse being destroyed by fire, this post is particularly pertinent given that Lochmoor came back bigger and better, after the original clubhouse was lost to fire in 1924. Image courtesy of: digital.library.wayne.edu.

The original clubhouse, built in 1917-1918, was described as “one of the…

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Last week we introduced Burton Brothers Construction. Founded in1922, it is understood the firm originally started as a custom home builder and became a prominent company designing and/or building fine homes in the affluent neighborhoods of Metro Detroit

This week, after the tragic events at the historic Lochmoor Club last week, we wanted to take the opportunity to present the original history of this special place that means so much to so many.

The original Lochmoor Club was completed between 1917-1918. It was designed by the esteemed duo of William B. Stratton and his partner at the time Dalton J. Snyder. It appears Stratton and Snyder worked together from 1915 – 1925, and completed several homes in Grosse Pointe, including 365 University…

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Last week we presented the history of 1024 Buckingham, a brick built Colonial, completed in 1941 for Miles O’Brien. It was designed by John W. Detwiler and built by the Burton Brothers Construction Company.

A few weeks ago, we began introducing the work of some extremely talented, yet lesser-known designers/builders who worked throughout Metro Detroit during the 1920’s – 1930’s. This week we continue with the series as we introduce more of the homes designed and/or built by the Burton Brothers Construction Company.

The Burton Brothers Construction Company (BBCC) was founded around 1922. It is understood the firm originally began as a custom home builder. As the company grew, so did its reputation, they were hired to design and/or construct fine…

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Last week we explored the work of architect William F. Goodrich who not only designed several fine homes in Grosse Pointe during the first half of the 20th Century but also created plans for an enormous 800 room hotel in Grosse Pointe Shores in 1914.

This week we stop by 1024 Buckingham, a striking Colonial Revival home completed in 1941 for Miles O’Brien. It was designed by John W. Detwiler and built by the Burton Brothers Construction Company.

1024 Buckingham, commissioned by Miles O’Brien, was started in 1937 but not finished until 1941. Given who designed the house and the company that built it, the house was of the upmost quality - most unusual for a home of this age it was built with full insulation (including rock wool in the walls). Over…

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