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Historical Architecture of Grosse Pointe – Architect Omer C. Bouschor – Part 2

Last week we covered the residences created by architect Omer Cecil Bouschor in Grosse Pointe between 1934 and 1939. During his career this Detroit based architect created nearly 30 homes in the community, more than many other architects.

This week we conclude our presentation with the homes Bouschor designed between 1940 and 1954. Having mainly worked in Grosse Pointe Park during the 1930’s Bouschor, in the 1940’s, began to receive more commissions in the Farms and the Shores. From the list below you will the superb range of homes he created during this period.

1940

• 766 Berkshire

• 103 Vendome

• 715 Trombley

The 3,790 sq ft house is very different from Bouschor’s other projects from this era, employing strong…

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Historical Architecture of Grosse Pointe – Architect Omer C. Bouschor – Part 1

Last week we explored the work of Earl G. Meyer. During his career he was a respected and prolific architect associated with the design of school buildings in southeastern Michigan during the 1950’s.

As with so many architects who began their careers during the 1930’s, these designers contributed a significant amount of work yet haven’t received the recognition they deserve, with very little written about them. This week we continue with the theme as we introduce another fine designer Omer Cecil Bouschor. During his career this Detroit based architect created nearly 30 homes in Grosse Pointe.

The homes Omer C. Bouschor created are exquisite. With the majority under 7,000 sq ft in size, his work covered numerous architectural styles and evolved…

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Historical Architecture of Grosse Pointe – Architect Earl G. Meyer

Last week we went to Grosse Pointe Park to explore 1009 Yorkshire. This stunning center entrance Colonial was completed in 1936, for Clarence E. Bleicher, president of DeSoto Motors. It was one of a significant number of homes constructed for prominent figures, during what was a remarkable period of growth in Grosse Pointe Park.

This week we are going to present the work of architect Earl G. Meyer. During his career he was a respected and prolific architect associated with the design of school buildings in southeastern Michigan. We recently featured the four projects he completed for the Grosse Pointe Public School System during the 1950’s, created in a modern architectural approach one would associate with this era. Images courtesy of The Detroit…

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Historical Architecture of Grosse Pointe – 1009 Yorkshire Road

Last week we concluded our two-part series on how the schools in Grosse Pointe got their names. The schools in Grosse Pointe have, and always will, play a significant part in the community. Not only were they designed by noted architects, but their names pay homage to the incredible individuals who helped shape the educational system we know today.

This week we head to Grosse Pointe Park to explore 1009 Yorkshire. This stunning center entrance Colonial was completed in 1936, for Clarence E. Bleicher, president of DeSoto Motors. 

1009 Yorkshire is typical of the larger family homes that were constructed in Grosse Pointe during the 1920’s and 1930’s. They were created for prominent businessmen and were generally designed by an established…

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Historical Architecture of Grosse Pointe – How Schools Got Their Names, Part 2

Last week we began a two-part series on how the schools in Grosse Pointe got their names. This informative post revealed the prominent educational figures whose names live on through our schools.

This week, with so many interesting historical figures and schools to cover, we continue our presentation as we conclude our series which has explored the history of some of Grosse Pointe’s schools.

Lewis Maire
Lewis Maire was a board member of the Grosse Pointe Board of Education from 1925 to 1928, serving as president for part of the year in 1927. He was also a prominent ophthalmologist who was on the Grosse Pointe Board of Health as well as the Village Board of Supervisors.

Lewis Maire Elementary School was completed in 1936, designed by Detroit…

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Historical Architecture of Grosse Pointe – How Schools Got Their Names, Part 1

Last week we began our three-part series on the history of some of the schools in Grosse Pointe with a presentation about Kerby Elementary School. Kerby is one of the oldest schools in the community, the origins of the school date to around 1886, when it was a one-room wooden schoolhouse. Over the years Kerby has changed significantly, it is now located in its third building, completed in 1948 – 1950.

This week we continue the series as we explore how some of the schools got their names. Many of the schools were named after a prominent member of Grosse Pointe, or the State, who had made an important contribution to the community, mainly in the field of education.

Robert Trombley (closed in 2020)
The school was named after Robert Trombly, a…

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2024 Annual Report - Grosse Pointe Real Estate

Higbie Maxon Agney is pleased to offer it's 2024 Grosse Pointe Real Estate Annual Report. Within this report you will find information on average sale prices, sales volume, real estate trends, and much more.

Our goal is to give you an accurate and complete picture of the 2024 Grosse Pointe housing market. All the graphs were produced internally for Higbie Maxon Agney using MiRealSource multiple listing service. We are confident that these are the best statistics currently available on the Grosse Pointe housing market, and we hope that you will find the contents of this report readable and useful. Over the coming months we will use this information to help our clients make informed, educated real estate decisions. 

Market Summary – 2024:
The real…

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Historical Architecture of Grosse Pointe – History of Kerby Elementary School

Last week we explored a distinctive block of Stephens Road that runs from Ridge Rd to Charlevoix Ave. This pretty section is the location of some of the finest Ranch homes in Grosse Pointe, along with several larger residences, including a splendid Colonial built by prominent builder Louis C. Miller.

This week, in honor of Grosse Pointe History Day at Ford House on February 4, we are going to begin a three-part series that will focus on the history of some of the schools in Grosse Pointe.Grosse Pointe History Day is an educational program that encourages students to explore their community's history. We begin the series with the story of one of the oldest schools in the community – Kerby Elementary school.

Previously, we have researched the…

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Historical Architecture of Grosse Pointe – The Distinctive Block on Stephens Road

Last week we stopped by 128 Lewiston in Grosse Pointe Farms. Completed in 1923, it was designed by architectural master Louis Kamper for national rubber expert Walter E. Parker.

This week we stay in Grosse Pointe Farms to explore a distinctive block on Stephens Road – the block runs from Ridge Road to Charlevoix Avenue. This pretty area is the location of some of the finest examples of Ranch homes in Grosse Pointe, along with several larger residences.

It is believed Stephens Road was once part of the colossal Mrs. Henry Stephens estate, 241 Lake Shore. The original estate ran from Lake Shore to Mack Avenue. Mrs. Henry Stephens was the wife of lumber baron Henry Stephens Jr. who passed in 1910. The magnificent property was designed by Charles A.…

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Historical Architecture of Grosse Pointe – 128 Lewiston

Last week we stopped by 1041 Lochmoor. This Tudor style home was completed in 1923, having been built by builder John A. Corrick for his family. It was designed by architects Herman & Simons. Mr. Corrick described his new house as the families “dream home”.

This week we head to 128 Lewiston in Grosse Pointe Farms. Completed in 1923, it was designed by architectural master Louis Kamper for national rubber expert Walter E. Parker.

Louis Kamper was one of the most impactful designers to have graced the area. His style, influence, and work were on par with Albert Kahn, and George D. Mason in terms of the architectural legacy that many of their projects left on the city, and across the United States. Kamper had a long and distinguished career, he is…

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