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