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JUNIOR LEAGUE OF DETROIT

2024 Designers’ Show House

315 LAKELAND STREET

Grosse Pointe, Michigan

Hours

Opening

Sat | May 4 | 10AM to 5PM

| May 5 | 12 to 5PM

Sun | 12PM to 5PM

Admission

$35 per person until May 3 $40 per person starting May 4

No children under the age of 8 years, no babes in arms or strollers please. No pets allowed. Not ADA complient.

Additional Info

Call the Junior League of Detroit

313.881.0040 or visit jldetroit.org.

Photography

Jeff Garland jeffgarlandphotography.com

Publisher

Towar Productions towar.com

Welcome to the Junior League of Detroit 2024 Designers’ Show House!

In the fall of 2023, it was with both a touch of nostalgia and humility that we accepted the request to become co-chairs of the 25th and last Designers’ Show House of the Junior League of Detroit. We were keenly aware of the illustrious 50-year history of our Show Houses, having served in a leadership role on the development committees of 26 Show Houses between us. Our goal was to present this 25th and final Show House in its best light while earning funds to support the programs and projects of the Junior League of Detroit.

Along with a team of fabulous and talented designers, and an experienced Steering Committee on board, we believe we’ve accomplished this.

During the process of transforming this beautiful 1929 George Mason-designed home into a magnificent Show House, we couldn’t help but think of the outstanding women who have preceded us.

It is therefore with great enthusiasm that we present to you the Honorary Chairs of the 25th Junior League of Detroit Designers’ Show House: Phoebe Weinberg, one of the Chairwomen of the first Show House in 1976, and Wendy Jennings, a dedicated Show House devotee who has a Junior League award named in her honor.

We wish you all an inspiring and memorable day here at Show House.

Ann Baxter

Julia Keim Co-chairs

2024 Designers’ Show House

2024 Honorary Chairwomen

PHOEBE WEINBERG

When the Junior League of Detroit President called Phoebe and asked her to chair the inaugural Decorators’ Show House in 1976, Phoebe only hesitated because she had three young children at the time. When it was agreed that the chairmanship, as well as all committees would be led by a team of Active and Sustaining members, she agreed.

Phoebe took the inspiration of Consultant Shammy Lawrence, who trained the League on the event, and ran with this new idea, ultimately jumpstarting a 50-year tradition.

That over $5,000,000 has been given to Detroit community projects since 1976 is testament to Phoebe’s vision and dedication.

WENDY JENNINGS

Wendy transferred her Junior League membership from Birmingham, Michigan to Detroit in 1973. Noting the success of earlier Show Houses, she joined the 1988 Steering Committee to Co-Chair the Boutique.

Obviously having a fun and successful experience, Wendy chaired the Boutique eight more times.

Her many years in retailing served her well, as under Wendy’s watchful eye, the Boutique was the second-highest moneymaker, after Admission Tickets, of each of those Show Houses. Wendy was also General Chair twice.

The Wendy Jennings Show House Award, given biennially to an outstanding Show House volunteer, rightfully carries her name.

Letter From the President

On behalf of the Junior League of Detroit, I am honored to present our 25th and last Designer Show House. The history, legacy, and relationships that the Junior League of Detroit has built through DSH since 1914 will continue. These important relationships first with our JLD members, are what allowed the DSH to be a success. We will always value and steward these relationships from our dedicated JLD members, the talented designers, vendors, corporate sponsors, patrons, legacy donors, and the community at large, as you are key to our success in continuing to grow iconic programs and projects in Detroit for women and children.

We understand that it is you who made the DSH work. You build women’s leadership. You allow our mission to advance women’s leadership for meaningful community impact through volunteer action, collaboration, and training to flourish.

As we look toward the future we have established a Fund Development Committee. The Fund Development committee is composed of JLD members who are actives, sustainers, and past presidents all working to continue supporting our league in building financial sustainability, invigorating and sharing our JLD culture of philanthropy, and engaging with all of our members.

The Junior League of Detroit is a non-profit 501c3 women’s volunteer organization strongly committed to elevating the lives of children and families in Detroit.

For the past 110 years, our JLD members and supporters have changed the landscape of our community through excellence in volunteerism.

As past JLD presidents have stated, it is through our dedicated fundraising efforts and the leadership of our trained volunteers, that the Junior League is proud to have initiated and participated in collaborative partnerships addressing the issues of education, and cultural and recreational opportunities for children in Detroit.

Through you, our JLD has an actual living legacy in the city of Detroit. Our past projects include the establishment of a safe Lunchroom for Working Women, the Pediatric Mobile Team partnership with Children’s Hospital of Michigan, the Police Athletic League Tutorial Program, Cornerstone Schools, and renovations to Orchestra Hall, Belle Isle, and the Monteith Branch of the Detroit Public Library. We could not have accomplished this without you and your generous support along with that of you our members, patrons and corporate sponsors.

Our newest partnership with Brilliant Detroit where its focus is on children ages 0-8 years old and with their emphasis on school readiness, we hope will be as important as past programs that have had a lasting legacy. JLD members through our Community Impact Committee have already provided books to Brilliant Detroit for children, a raised garden, volunteers to read to children and programming for both children

and families for nearly two years. Since 2015, Brilliant Detroit Homes provides holistic services for kids 0-8 predicated on evidence-based programs around health, family support, and education. Brilliant Detroit was born to create kid-success neighborhoods. Today, in each location, neighbors come together for fellowship, activities, and learning to assure school readiness and provide needed support for families.

As we attend this the last fantastic DSH let’s reflect on what we have accomplished together, the friendships made, the laughter, relationships strengthened, lessons learned, challenges met, and the funds raised that have changed lives for the better…and the work we will continue undertake with you.

With our gratitude and our thanks,

OUR MISSION

The Junior League of Detroit, guided by its mission to advance women’s leadership for meaningful community impact through volunteer action, collaboration, and training, is committed to breaking down barriers that hinder women from achieving success.

Board of Directors

President Mary Hollens

Secretary and Communications Council Director Darby Lindstrom

Treasurer Alicia Hartley

Assistant Treasurer Taylor Browne

Membership Council Director Jill Richter

Community Council Director Terrilynn Cook

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Council Director Sheena Boyd

Sustainer Council Director Sue Webb-Dickson

2024 Designers’ Show House Steering Committee

General Chairwomen:

Ann Baxter

Julia Keim

Honorary Chairwomen:

Phoebe Weinberg

Wendy Jennings

Admin Assistant: Cathy Ballinger

Treasurers: Anne Reese

Trudy Morency

Financial Advisor: Diana Greenwood

House Manager: Jocelyn Shires

Café: Rita Goss

Barbara Willett

Garden Market:

Renee Krebs

Cynthia Menna

Group Tours:

Sabine Iafrate

Terri Bellaimey

Landscape: Cheryl Gauss

Parties/Black Tie: Elizabeth Klein

Parties/Preview Night: Liana Dabir

PR/Social Media: Caroline Marks

Cindi Cook

Program Book: Molly Reese

Leslie Genest

Raffle/Silent Auction: Laura Clements

Linda Rice

Sneak-a-Peek: Ann Turnbull

Abby Turnbull

Special Events: Taylor L. Browne

Sponsorship: Aimee Argel

Lisa Mower Gandelot

Sherry McRill

Tickets: Liana Dabir

Volunteers: Barbara Prues

JLD Treasurer: Alicia Hartley

RICHARD AND JANE MANOOGIAN FOUNDATION

Supporting higher education, culture, and the arts since 1984 congratulates the Junior League of Detroit on its 25th Designers’ Show House. Their funding has supported projects and programs led by the League, making an impact in the City of Detroit and the greater community.

The Junior League of Detroit salutes Jane and Richard Manoogian for their continuous support of the Designers’ Show House since 1980.

Junior League of Detroit Presidents’ Circle

The Junior League of Detroit recognizes its Presidents’ Circle members and their commitment and dedication to our League. Since its founding in 1914, the Junior League of Detroit has had extraordinary leadership. We honor those legacy women as well as the women who have served the Junior League of Detroit the past sixty years.

Diamond

Sherry Donahue McRill, 2010-2011

Nancy Powell Orr, 2005-2006

Joan N. Woodhouse, 1970-1972

Ruby

Cristina Caceres Garberding, 2013-2014

Emerald

Diana Maiullo Greenwood, 1998-1999

Susan Haggarty, 1980-1981

Barbara Willett, 1981-1982

Sapphire

Aimee Argel, 2018-2020

Ann Brady Baxter, 2006-2007

Therese Bellaimey, 2012-2013

Dianne Bostic-Robinson, 1999-2000

Kimberly Burke, 2022-2024

Mary Kathryn DuCharme, 1985-1986

Ed and Susan Rumsey Howbert*, 1990-1991

Trudy H. Morency, 2001-2002

Kathleen Moro Nesi, 2003-2004

Kayla Roney Smith, 2020-2021

Ann Turnbull, 2011-2012

Pearl

Sheila Murphy Bridenstine, 1991-1992

In honor of Doris Ann S. Brucker, 1964-1966

Lynne Garred Cameron, 1997-1998

John and Deborah Pittel Dohan, 1995-1996

Robin Heller, 2000-2001

* Deceased

Georgiann Henritzy, 1988-1989

Mary Hollens, 2023-2024

Ada Gail Kaess, 1976-1978

Barbara N. Weiss*, 1983-1984

* Deceased

Junior League of Detroit Membership

Cheryl Shelson Gauss

Diamond

James and Elizabeth Klein Dr. and Mrs. John H. Roberts

George R. and Elise M. Fink Foundation

Lisa Mower Gandelot

Cheryl A. Harvey

Cecelia Barr

Terry P. Book

Anne B. Burke

Liana Dabir

Dr. and Mrs. Marko Gudziak

Ruby

Margaret Penirian

Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Tompkins

Sheri Kline Totte

Emerald

Cynthia Hempstead

Laura and Charles Huebner

In Memory of Leatrice V. McKinley

Sabine and Al Iafrate

Mindy and Scott MacGriff

Margaret M. Peabody

Sapphire

Patricia Reynolds Brinker

Peggy A. Clark

Gloria DeLano

Dona DeSantis-Reynolds

Jane Dow

Liz DuMouchelle

Theresa Fiedler

Gayle and Jim Arnold

Mindy and Jeffrey Barry

Cissie Large Cappola

Tish Colett

Terilynn Cook

Suzie Decker

Kim DeMeulemeester

Jean Dodenhoff

Jean Doelle

Becky A. Easlick

Madelyn Fry

Leslie and Joe Genest

Rosie and Phil Gerlach

Anne Ginn

Julie A. Foust

Jane and Bill Fox

Margaret Garbarino

Rita M. Goss

Scottie Knight

Coleen and James Kordas

Lynne Krieg

Pearl

Carol Rodgers Gove

Alicia and Duane Hartley

Anne Hildebrant

Elise Hindelang

Melissa Jenness

Judy Lees

Mary M. Leonard

Martha R. Louisell

Mary Lubera

Elizabeth and Tom MacMillan

Leslie Martin

Elizabeth McCormick

Carol Lytle McDowell

Shelia and Al Minetola

Lylas G. Mogk

Barbara and Lou Prues

Jocelyn and Tom Shires

Pamela K. Stanton

Mary Steiner

Kay B. Van DeGraff

Sue Webb-Dickson

Elsie MacKethan

Judy Hassel Mathews

Mary McKean Roby

Nancy R. Smith

Lorna Utley

Sally Van Dusen

Beverly Curtiss Walsh

Bethine Whitney

Mary Beth Murray

Lucy and John Prost

Kathy Quilter

Anne S. Reese

Carol Kassab Reno

Priscilla Schaupeter

Penelope W. Slough

Nancy and Andy Spearman

Barbara Thomas

Mary Tipp

Rosi Triano

Kay Wasinger

Pat and Marty West

Carol Whitehead

Also, we wish to thank those members whose donations were received too late to be included in the printing of the 2024 Designers’ Show House Book.

Presenting Sponsors

Ann and Jim Nicholson

Legacy Sponsor

Richard and Jane Manoogian Foundation Partner Sponsors

Friend Sponsors

Megan and Vincent Brennan

Lisa and Jon Gandelot

In Honor of Martha Rossmann Louisell

Jim Saros Agency

In Appreciation

The Show House Chairs wish to thank

• The Homeowners of 315 Lakeland for offering this beautiful home for total transformation as a Show House.

• Our friends and neighbors on Lakeland Street for their patience and kindness.

• The City of Grosse Pointe Public Safety, City Managers and Staff for their gracious assistance in all matters.

• Our outstanding Steering Committee and Junior League friends who immediately responded positively to our request to work with us on this, our 25th and final Show House.

• The Board of Directors of the Junior League of Detroit who entrusted us with this important fundraiser.

• Michelle Tiderington, our Office Manager, who is always ready and able to assist us in any way.

• Brian Clay Collins, FASID and Jim Morris for their early support and encouragement.

• Jocelyn Shires for being the right and left-hand assistant on all matters.

• And the most Fabulous Designers who took their spaces to new levels of creativity, artistry and brilliance.

The Sneak-a-Peek Committee wishes to thank Our wonderful Co-Chairs Ann Baxter and Julia Keim for going above and beyond the Sneak weekend, Barbara Prues for organizing volunteer schedules, David Baxter for his help with snow removal(.) and our amazing treasurers, Trudy Morency and Anne Reese.

The Special Events Committee wishes to thank Arthur White, Detroit Abloom, and our concession vendors!

The Volunteer Committee wishes to thank All the Junior League of Detroit Actives and Sustainers and Friends of the JLD for sharing your time and talents with us.

The Sponsorship Committee wishes to thank All of our sponsors and all Junior League of Detroit members who have made financial contributions to make our 25th Designers’ Show House a success.

The Silent Auction/Raffle Committee wishes to thank

The benevolent donors throughout the State of Michigan whose contributions made the auction and raffle such a huge success, and a special thank you to the Village Market for their outstanding generosity.

The Café Committee wishes to thank Absopure Water Company, Bimbo Bakeries-Hazel Park, Ed Deeb-Michigan Youth Appreciation Foundation, Grosse Pointe Memorial Church, Kirlin Lighting–Detroit, Lucky Coffee-Chad Buchanan, Detroit, PepsiCo North America Beverages, Thibault & Moore Catering-St Clair Shores, Uncle Ray’s–Detroit and all our Café volunteers and customers.

The Program Book Committee wishes to thank Ann Baxter and Julia Keim for their leadership and insight and Towar Productions for their commitment to this project, patience throughout the process and support of the JLD through the years.

The Landscaping Committee would like to thank All the landscape companies that stepped up to make our show house beautiful.

The Garden Market Committee wishes to thank Our wonderful vendors for providing a fun shopping environment.

The Preview Party committee wishes to thank Two James Distillery, Thibault & Moore Catering, Pro DJ Services, Great Lakes Tent, Event Theory, and Print Express, without whom we would not have been able to host a spectacular opening night party for the 2024 Designers’ Show House.

The Group Tours Committee wishes to thank Uncle Ray’s Potato Chips for their contribution.

The Ticket Committee wishes to thank Print Express for expediting high quality printed tickets and posters for the Designers’ Show House.

The Public Relations and Communications Committee wishes to thank The editors, writers, and professionals at media outlets who have so skillfully covered our Show House in their pages; Tanya Palazollo for designing many of our creative materials; Sir Speedy for printing our Show House posters and many other pieces; the Grosse Pointe Chamber of Commerce for their great partnership on many levels; and Aspire magazine for being the 2024 national media sponsor.

WHistory of Lakeland

elcome to Lakeland, one of the most distinguished streets in the City of Grosse Pointe, and to the block with a very interesting history.

In the mid-1800’s, the property, bordered by what is now Neff, Maumee, University and Lake St. Clair, was split in two, with the parcel below Jefferson subdivided and the parcel above Jefferson sold by Frank T. Moran to John M. and Anna Denison Dwyer in 1906. John Dwyer, whose family was actively involved in several major stove companies in Detroit, hired architects to design their new home and outbuildings on the property.

The original structure on the parcel above Jefferson was completed in 1909. This 12,000 square foot home was one of the largest residences in Grosse Pointe, and

a fine example of Georgian architecture. The property included three outbuildings – a carriage house, a guest house and a horse stable, all of which included similar architectural features of the mansion. The estate, surrounded by a lush formal garden and tennis court, originally sat across what is now Lakeland Street, facing Jefferson Avenue. Surrounding the estate was a brick wall with mosaic inserts, which swept around the entire block.

At some point prior to 1925, the land was subdivided and bisected by Lakeland Street. The original Georgian Mansion was moved approximately 100 feet and rotated 90 degrees to face Lakeland Street, where it still stands as 372 Lakeland. Most of the original brick wall still remains and is a part of the defining lot lines on many of the homes now on Lakeland.

Dwyer house on its large parcel of land (before brick wall)

About the House

In the early 1920’s, Dr. James Milton Robb, living at the Indian Village Manor in Detroit with his wife Virginia Reese Yerger and young children, purchased the lot on the corner of Lakeland and Jefferson. He hired renowned architect George D. Mason to design a home for his growing family, at what is now 315 Lakeland and our 2024 Designers’ Show House.

Completed in 1929, the Tudor-style home featured many European-inspired details, including painted ceiling beams and a pink marble fireplace in the paneled library, scalloped trim up the ornately-carved main stairway, carved reliefs on the exterior, high ceilings and impressive leaded glass throughout the home.

Dr. Robb, born in 1884 in the small town of Port Elgin, Elderslie Township, Ontario, about 180 miles NE of Detroit, came to Detroit after completing courses at a local teachers college with the intention of attending medical school. When told he was too young to apply, he took a job in the office of the Acme Paint Company in Detroit for two years. In 1904 he was able to enroll in the Detroit College of Medicine (now Wayne State University School of Medicine) and graduated four years later as valedictorian of his class.

After completing his internship and a year of residency at Harper Hospital, he did post-graduate studies with a focus on Otolaryngology and Ophthalmology in New York, Vienna, London, and Edinburgh. Back in Detroit in 1913, Dr. Robb joined the faculty of the Detroit Medical College while applying for U.S. Citizenship. Incredibly accomplished in his specialties, he played a primary role in the development of the Iron Lung and other medical instruments in his field.

Dr. J. Milton Robb

About the House cont’d.

During this time, Dr. Robb became very good friends with two men of distinction in Detroit’s history: Eddie Rickenbacker, the World War I hero, flying ace and race car driver, who came to Detroit to start Rickenbacker Motor Co., and George Richards, owner of the powerful WJR radio station, who purchased the Portsmouth, Ohio Spartans football team in 1933 and moved them to Detroit, renaming them the Detroit Lions. All three men were “roommates” through sharing a suite at the DAC, lived near each other in the early 1920s, and all married in 1922.

Dr. and Mrs. Robb stayed in the Lakeland home for almost 30 years. They raised their four children there, and sold the home to the Gray family who, with their five children, continued to create happy memories on Lakeland, as have the many families after them.

Robb children in garden/orchard facing neighbor’s home

Eddie Rickenbacker with autograph Dr. Robb on left, with George Richards

About the Architect

George D. Mason 1856-1948

George DeWitt Mason was a prolific and talented architect whose first credited project was the design of the Ransom Gillis House on Brush Street in 1876. Mr. Mason, with his partner of 20 years, Zachariah Rice, designed many significant buildings in the area, including the Grand Hotel (1887), Detroit Masonic Temple (1926) and the Gem Theater (1927), as well as the residences for both Frederick and Charles Fisher in Detroit’s Boston Edison neighborhood.

George D. Mason, Architect

Floor Plan

GRAND FOYER 1

“Bespoke”

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DESIGNER JOHN KLINE JK COLOR DESIGN

jkcolordesign@gmail com

johnklinecolordesign com 15216 charlevoix grosse Pointe Park, mi 48322 313-418-3978

LIVING ROOM 2

“A Radiant Beauty”

The living room is meant to be elegant and sophisticated yet practical, with a mix of vintage details and a touch of modern allure. The space has been layered with beautiful furnishings, accessories and art, which invites the eye to wander and be intrigued. It is meant to be comfortable with furniture arranged in inviting vignettes to take advantage of the room’s generous size. Additionally, the space features accommodations for family gatherings, entertaining for solitude and relaxation.

DESIGNERS

LORETTA CRENSHAW

CONSTANCE TAYLOR

CRENSHAW & ASSOCIATES

crenshawdesignstudio@gmail com

16823 Plainview

detroit, mi 48219

248-346-7923

RESOURCES

Baker Furniture

Benjamin moore Paint

chris hatcher

FiFi & coco design studio

Foam-n-more

ghiordes knot carPet & rugs

Pindler & Pindler FaBrics

jamjomar

jerone simPson Painter kravet

marketPlace antiques

master carPentry

messrs white & swearing

michigan design center troy, mi

mr. and mrs. hankerson

mr roBert sims

Posterity gallery

schumacher

scott juzswik antiques

the Brinker grouP

tra gallery, michigan design center

The room is radiant and vibrant with its coloration of green, blue, cream and a touch of goldenrod. The fern green sofa and floral bouquets in the fabrication on the chairs brings the outdoors in and unadorned windows allow the natural light to flow. The room has vitality and a “garden air” even on the most gloomy day.

CONSERVATORY 3

“Urban Sun Lounge”

This room sets the stage for joy and wonderment! Once you step into the grand, chic Urban Sun Lounge, you can almost smell the sweet colors around you! The artwork features a beautifullycrafted Leaf Sculpture, hanging from the main wall, which blends seamlessly with the vibrant décor of the room. The blood oranges, fuchsia petals, vanilla creams and peach sherbets juxtaposed with the soothing sound of the waterfall, creates a warm and engaging atmosphere. This room represents love, laughter and timeless memories with family and friends, wrapped in luxury.

DESIGNER CLAUDETTE WELLONS

lasheeFloral07@gmail.com

lasheeFloral com 12915 archdale detroit, mi 48227

313-575-6114

RESOURCES

artist yvette michele

Basic wholesale

cheryl holley stanton

dF’s PerFecting Painting

FiFi & coco interiors

ghiordes knot

grace & mercy

harPer uPholstery

jeanine haith-white

kristen Booth

mayesha wholesale

nordlies wholesale

Ponding waters

regina andrew detroit

DESIGNER

ANNIE KORDAS

ANNIE KORDAS INTERIORS

kordasinteriors@gmail.com

anniekordasinteriors com 27 waverly

grosse Pointe Farms, mi 48236 313-378-2125

RESOURCES

custom missoni area rug: giFted By stark carPet in troy FaBrics, wallcoverings & trim: kravet, metaPhores, lee joFa, schumacher, and thiBaut

Furnishings: Baker, kravet, and various antique dealers

lighting: visual comFort, Pointe lamP & lighting, and chairish

accessories: shaw’s Books, zimmerman, laura kirar For Baker, and antique items

custom Framing gallery: the great Frame uP

artists: jeFF weir & clinton hill

LIBRARY 4

“Le Salon Du Bison”

This dynamic parlor boasts winning architectural elements with its high ceilings, old world beams and historical finishes of walnut and marble. A collected yet balanced space, the library thoughtfully incorporates pieces from many genres. Juxtaposition is purposeful and levels up the sophistication yet still allows for a timeless aesthetic. Wall hangings are evocative; suggesting this library as the perfect refuge for après winter sports. The color palette is unpredictable yet satisfying. Saturated color is perhaps shown best in the “pièce de résistance.” A painting of a bison by American artist Jeff Weir. Another stand out is the loosely sculpted plaster horse. Varied materials add depth and include suede, shearling, shagreen, linen, wool, velvet, opaline, Murano glass, wrought iron, copper, brass and lucite. A vibrant retreat to retire to each day.

1ST FLOOR HALL 5

“Art Deco”

Inspired by the glamour and sophistication of the Art Deco period when the house was built, we brought interest and opulence into the transitional space of the first floor hallway. Through the use of Art Deco and Art Nouveau patterns, along with traditional decorative art techniques, we transformed the hallway from a functional passthrough to a space of beauty and interest.

DESIGNER JULIE

alBanesejulie5@gmail.com 633 n edison avenue royal oak, mi 48067

248-330-3474

RESOURCES

POWDER ROOM 6

“A Warm Welcome”

As one of the more frequently used rooms in the house, the powder room and its welcoming vestibule deserve much consideration. The furnishings blend with the sophisticated social rooms on the main level of the house. The vestibule is thoughtfully arranged as a comfortable area for guests arriving, departing, or those who just need to steal a moment of peace. The adjoining water closet is a necessity tucked into the space and is curiously crafted to be a harmonious continuation of the artful style throughout.

DESIGNER

ANNE STRICKLAND

ANNE STRICKLAND INTERIORS

anne@annestricklandinteriors.com 1700 stutz drive, ste 102 troy, mi 48084

313-378-2125

RESOURCES

antiquo kravet

modern Finds

Pindlor

rozmalin / sanderson

schumachor

stark designs

FAMILY ROOM 7

“Veridian Luxury”

Step into a realm of timeless beauty as we unveil the allure of a room within these historic walls. This meticulously restored space serves as a testament to the grandeur of a bygone era, seamlessly blending rich color tones and traditional styling to create a symphony of elegance. Smokey charcoal and lush jewel-like green converge to create a canvas that exudes warmth and sophistication. The color tones, carefully chosen to reflect the grandeur of the past, cast a luxurious ambiance, inviting visitors to bask in the embrace of history.

Traditional styling is woven into every aspect of the room, from the hand-upholstered furniture to the intricate patterns of the Ikat rug that graces the hardwood floor. Classic slope arm chairs, adorned with sumptuous fabric and nail head trim beckon guests to linger and indulge in timeless charm.

KITCHEN 8

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QUALITY LUMBER BUILDING & WHOLESALERS

NICK SHUTTLEWORTH

8706 gratiot ave columBus, mi 48063

586-727-7001

586-453-5190

MIKE VAN GENERAL CONTRACTOR

kitchens • Baths

Basements • Flooring ceramic & marBle tile electrical • PlumBing Painting

313-237-7607

810-908-4888

LOWER LEVEL FOYER 9

“Mysterious Ambiance”

In the dimly lit lower level of this speakeasy, an air of mystery envelops the space. Velvet banquettes line the intimate seating areas, their deep, rich tones adding a touch of opulence to the underground hideaway. Gold and brass accents gleam in the faint glow of softly lit bulbs, casting a warm, amber hue throughout the room.

Antique mirrors wrapped in gold frames adorn the walls, reflecting fragments of the ambient light and adding an element of vintage charm. Mood lighting plays a pivotal role, with strategically placed fixtures casting shadows and highlighting key design elements.

The overall ambiance is dark and moody, evoking a sense of nostalgia for a bygone era. It’s a space where whispers of secret conversations blend seamlessly with the smooth jazz playing softly in the background, creating an atmosphere that invites patrons to step back in time and savor the allure of a hidden world.

LOWER LEVEL LOUNGE 10

“Gentleman’s Retreat”

There are man caves and then there is a gentleman’s retreat. These quarters are for a gentleman - an intimate destination. It has a sophisticated modern allure. It is cozy, yet sumptuoustraditional, yet modern. This gentleman’s retreat is a sanctuary, a place to relax, repose, recharge, inhale, and sometimes just remember. He might occasionally share the space with a guest, but it is to primarily indulge in his interests, passions, solitary pursuits and relaxation. It is meant to take time away from day-to-day demands. It is here that he comes to celebrate his achievements and blueprint his dreams. He is surrounded by curated indulgences, bespoke accoutrements, treasured finds, beloved volumes and publications, whiskey, wine, cigars, art and books. Oh the good life”!

DESIGNERS

michael kennedy

SHARON GAMBLIN

Crenshaw & Associates

michaelkennedy595@gmail.com

15460 evergreen road

detroit, mi 48223

248-346-7923

313-704-5367

RESOURCES

Ben sharkey

Brinker grouP

FiFi & coco design studio

kim goss

loretta crenshaw

marissa Fisher (jamjomar)

market Place antiques

messrs collins & Figurski

messrs swearing & white

michigan design center troy,mi

rita o’Brien design studio

scott juzswik antiques

PRIMARY BEDROOM11

“An Homage to Hudson’s Interior Design Studio”

In what can best be described as a full-circle moment, Wanda Brown pays tribute to the iconic Hudson’s Interior Design Studio with this classic primary bedroom. The renowned studio has a special connection to the Junior League of Detroit Designers’ Show House, having participated 15 times starting in 1976. What was once considered the oldest and largest design studio in the country would produce timeless spaces that inspired the designer, who started her professional career at the Hudson’s Northland location, to take a visual trip back in time with this elegant tribute. Knowing many people have a special place in their heart for Hudson’s, this unique space elevates existing features like the curved cathedral ceiling and captures the essence of the legendary design institution with an homage to its former glory. As this well-appointed personal retreat demonstrates, her clever interpretation provides a feast for the eyes.

PRIMARY CLOSET 12

Closet Connections is celebrating over 34 years in business. We have been dedicated to collaborating with clients to design and maximize their spaces to fit their lifestyle needs.

Our goal in designing this space was to create the perfect aesthetic for the modern woman, by combining function with style. The wallpapered ceiling in palm fronds is a nod to her love for travel. The serenity of those colors continue with slim shaker cabinetry in arctic white and warm sand. the honey bronze handles are an elegant finish, while the sconces highlight femininity. The glass accessory cabinet has integrated lighting to display all of her favorite handbags and worldly finds.

DESIGNER KELLY OSTEN

CLOSET CONNECTIONS

kelly@closetconnections com

closetconnections com 20427 mack avenue

grosse Pointe woods, mi 48236

313-884-1818

313-949-9082

RESOURCES

all custom Floors

granite source oF michigan

ken carlin Painting & decorating mack ave. draPery

rePcolite Paints

We made a conscious effort to source locally for this project. Not only is our manufacturer based in Michigan, we worked with local vendors including Mack Ave. Drapery, All Custom Floors, Ken Carlin Painting & Decorating, Granite Source of Michigan and Repcolite Paints.

BEDROOM13

“A Sustainable Nursery”

A beautifully sustainable nursery designed to be healthy for the baby, friendly to our earth, and still have loads of personality. Each product in the room has been carefully chosen for its organic properties, low to no VOCs (emitted gases or chemicals) and for each company’s commitment to making safe and sustainable products for babies through the processes for construction, manufacturing and shipping.

We added lots of charm with an eco-friendly wallpaper of springtime geraniums, vintage dressers and lights, and original heirloom paintings from talented local artists.

This is a unique, safe, and fun bedroom for baby to enjoy for years to come.

DESIGNER

LAURA ZENDER

LAURA ZENDER DESIGN

laura@laurazenderdesign com laurazenderdesign.com

2300 devonshire avenue ann aBor, mi 48104

773-469-2149

RESOURCES

astek wallcovering

Benjamin moore chairish

donna gotliB, artist

gund toys

FaBric guru remnants

helen gotliB, artist little seeds

mentari mushie nestig nursery works the Book Bundler Plantoys,

2nd FLOOR GALLERY 14

“Salon Inspired Installation”

Posterity Gallery is thrilled to be participating in the 25th and final 2024 Junior League of Detroit Designers’ Show House. We will be curating a gallery inspired, salon-style upper hallway installation, featuring local artists and original artwork. The gallery will showcase the industry’s leading frame design trends to elevate the curated artwork on display, complimentary to the character and style of this year’s Show House.

Each artwork on display will contain a QR code that can be scanned with a mobile device to learn more about the artist, obtain purchase information and custom framing design details.

DESIGNER

MICHELLE BOGGESS

POSTERITY GALLERY

michelle@Posterityartgallery.com

Posterityartgallery com 17005 kercheval grosse Pointe, mi 48230 313-884-8105 586-943-5262

Join us in celebrating the final Show House and witness the creative transformation into a showpiece of design by this year’s roster of creative decorators, designers, artists and the amazing volunteers that help put the event together.

BEDROOM15

“Le Jardin des Fleurs”

Breaking away from a minimalist design aesthetic, Kassie Paige Interiors presents a dreamy sanctuary where European traditional meets playful elegance. The enchanting French chinoiserie wallpaper in every corner whispers tales of timeless charm and whimsical allure. This space is more than just a collage of colors and textures; it’s a curated symphony of chaos and order where floral motifs symbolize growth and beauty. In essence, the floral wallpaper serves as a reminder that, like the blossoms in a garden, femininity is a force of nature that thrives in diversity and abundance. Step into this curated haven, where every element and detail celebrates both youthfulness and femininity, inviting one to revel in its richness and embrace the inherent beauty.

DESIGNER KASSIE PAIGE KASSIE PAIGE INTERIORS

kassiePaigeinteriors@gmail com

kassiePaige com

7 roslyn road grosse Pointe shores, mi 48236

313-561-0483

RESOURCES

wall coverings: detroit wallPaPer comPany

Bed and valance: BesPoke uPholstery

crooked tree design

lighting: detroit city lights

decor: alexandra june

dresser and nightstands: cB2

rug: hagoPian

art: dessi terzieva

Paint: Benjamin moore

BEDROOM 16

“Teddy’s Pied-A-Terre”

Welcome to Theodore’s, a private pied-a-terre showcasing the young entrepreneur’s eclectic collection of artifacts acquired while traveling the world on business. An ambient setting featuring “just enough” space for relaxation, dining and rest between travels, his home embodies a curator’s proficiency, balancing worldly furnishings, colors and textures with comfort. The welcoming dynamic hand-knotted dragon-faced rug is layered beneath the center table which alternatively serves as a convenient workspace and/or intimate dinner for two setting. From above, a gold tone chandelier dramatically illuminates the entire room while original artwork by local artist Aleea Jaques creates a fun colorful palette at both ends of the room, further unifying the entire décor.

DESIGNER JOEL BAIRD

BAIRD DESIGN GROUP

BairddesigngrouP@gmail com 170 Beuland street

mt clemens, mi 48043 586-206-1521

RESOURCES

artist aleea jaques

Benjamin moore

grosse Pointe

cai designs

FiFi and coco

ghiordes knot

roche BoBois

the michigan design centervisual comFort/city lights

BEDROOM AND BATH17

“Tuscan Retreat and Bath-Dreamy Luxe: A Stylish Sojourn through Tuscan Splendor”

Step into an immersive experience by Tiffany Rene Interior Design, where romantic Tuscan essence meets contemporary elegance.

1. Luxurious Sitting Room: transformed from a bedroom, this retreat invites indulgence. Walls adorned in a Chenille panoramic wallpaper are layered with sheer window treatments to create a dreamy ambiance. Original built-in cabinetry has been modified to host a chic wine bar equipped with a state of the art wine chiller with an antiqued mirror backsplash.

2. Opulent Bathroom: Experience custom linen drapery panels layered as shower curtains, adorned with fringe. The whimsical jacquard wall design echoes the rolling hills of Tuscany, ensuring a tactile temptation, compelling one to verify their looseness by touch.

Every detail reflects TRID’s signature style – layered, moody and undeniably fashionable. Embark on the captivating allure of Tuscany within these meticulously crafted spaces, where luxury materials and signature style evoke timeless charm. Experience a glimpse of how we can turn your visions into reality and may Tuscan-inspired dreams linger long after your visit.

DESIGNER

RESOURCES

wallPaPer:

LINEN ROOM 18

NEAT Method Detroit-South is a lifestyle service committed to providing a more luxurious and smartly appointed living space. NEAT’s goal is to educate and inspire change, one space at a time. The function of a home should be the foundation of how one lives and NEAT believes that once your home is NEAT and well-arranged, you will feel the positive impact in all areas of your life. Their thoughtfully designed linen room includes a variety of NEAT Method products and linens, new and old.

You’ll notice how home essentials are corralled in an aestheticallypleasing way and everything is labeled for ease of use. It is the hope that this room evokes a feeling of nostalgia and calm, and exhibits how to take a space from typically chaotic to composed.

DESIGNER APRIL KARN

NEAT METHOD

aPril karn@neatmethod com

neatmethod com

8804 macomB street, ste 13 grosse ile, mi 48138 313-403-1555 734-775-9033

RESOURCES

neat method Product line

Paintings By daughtery Painting

lighting By regina andrew

BEDROOM19

“The Retreat”

“The Retreat” is a whimsical, stripe-drenched lounge full of energizing purples, blues and oranges balanced with relaxed natural elements. The linear wallcovering, with its textile-like appearance, hangs horizontally as a playful and expansive backdrop for the space. A dusty purple is used on the room’s millwork and a “flame” orange on the exposed radiator, giving it an intentionally sculptural feel. Natural textures and hues ground the space with a sisal rug, layered natural woven roman shades, camel linen upholstery and a rattan console table. Emphasis is on “the line” with stripes enveloping the space from the ceiling down and also the punchy lavender perimeter of the rug, poppy orange piping on the side chair and a unique geometric table base. Brass accents in lighting, a convex mirror and a bold color-field painting bring additional personality. The Retreat is meant to inspire, transport and invigorate.

DESIGNER

alex@deckerdesign com

adeckerdesign com 110 touraine road

grosse Pointe Farms, mi 48236

313-655-1700

RESOURCES

Benjamin moore

clarence house

coley home

ForBes & lomax

jayson home

jenkins Painting

jim staPleton

jonathan adler

mcleod carPet

melo Porter

Paris west | rh | rozmallin

the shade store

thiBaut

vanderliP

DESIGNER EVIE LEIGH

BROKEN SYMMETRY

DESIGN STUDIO

e leigh@broken-symmetry com broken-symmetry.com 347-678-1828

RESOURCES

Paint and WallPaPer installation by t&l Painting contractor: eric redinger

benjamin moore

BEDROOM 20

“The Sophisticated Clubroom”

Situated on the second story, far from the confines of the primary bedrooms, you’ll discover The Clubroom. Just up the stairs from the kitchen, this former bedroom would now serve as an extension of the main floor as an intimate social space. Taking cues from the architectural style and the cultural backdrop of the 1920’s and 30’s, the multi-faceted space would be equal parts sophistication and soul, with a healthy dash of wit.

I wanted the room to feel both personal and collected, one to be experienced. The room that lures you in after a long day for a glass of wine and a good book, equally as suitable for family game night, or the place where your dinner party guests retire to for a final nightcap and lively conversation.

The first challenge I addressed was the sloped ceiling; by enclosing that area I created a nook which would add visual interest in a purposeful way. The room, absent of ornamental millwork as prominently displayed on the main floor, allowed for the opportunity to incorporate crown molding to instantly elevate the room. From there I removed all doors, re-purposing the additional square footage for a bar setup and to display games, books, and other beloved items.

With the fixed design elements in place, all that was left required a discerning eye and delicate balance to curate furnishings and final decorative elements. Once in place, the interaction between objects sparked a narrative of its own, one that delivers upon the alluring and curious space I envisioned.

Garden Market

PRIMA TOWELS (TURKISH TOWELS)

Laura Rodin and Heather Clute

313.673.7009

Email: info@primatowels.com

Address: 21900 Alice, SCS

313.771.4777

Address: 6545 Woodward Avenue • DET

Rosann Kovalcik

313.881.1410

Email: wbugpw@gmail.com

Address: 20381 Mack Avenue • GPW

Be

Under the tent in the garden Featuring:

Gourmet Salads and Sandwiches catered by Thibault & Moore

Fresh Roasted Coffee supplied by Lucky Coffee, Detroit

Desserts

and Refreshments

Wine and Beer served Wednesdays through Saturdays Open all hours of the Show House including Thursday and Friday evenings

Outdoor Spaces

SOULLIERE LANDSCAPING GARDEN CENTER

23919 Little Mack, St. Clair Shores 586-776-2811

Michelle Zatorski

WILD BIRDS UNLIMITED

201381 Mack Ave., Grosse Pointe Woods 313-881-1410

Rosann Kovalcik

TOCCO MANNINO LANDSCAPING

27739 Groesbeck Hwy, Roseville 313-884-1101

Phil Mannino

M & S FLORAL DESIGN LLC

922 Blairmoor Court, Grosse Pointe Woods 313-680-7378

Meghan Beers

Bird Houses

Additional Decorated Spaces

The original “mop room” of the home is now a lovely “Potting Room” for cutting and flower arranging, as well as hanging flowers to dry.

A Long Garden Bed along the back pathway is now home to herbs, vegetables and cold tolerant flowers, all near the kitchen door.

Congratulations to the 2024 Provisional Class, who took on two undecorated areas and transformed them for our Designers’ Show House

Special Events at the Show House

Wednesday, May 8th

A night with a Quartet from Detroit Opera

PERFORMANCE 6:30-7:30 PM | $40

OPTIONAL TOUR OF SHOW HOUSE 5:00 PM | $35

Saturday, May 11th

Jazz Night with Ben Sharkey

PERFORMANCE 6:30-7:30 PM | $40

OPTIONAL TOUR OF SHOW HOUSE 5:00 PM | $35

Sunday, May 12th

Flower Cuff Bracelet Workshop

WORKSHOP 2:00-3:30 PM | $30

Saturday, May 18th

The Art of Tablescaping with Arthur White

PROGRAM 7:00-8:00 PM | $30

OPTIONAL TOUR OF SHOW HOUSE 5:30 PM | $35

Paver Stones

• Financing Available

Junior League of Detroit Past Presidents

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Mrs. Thomas Byrd

Mrs. William Crim

Mrs. Ernest Kanzler

Miss Abigail Von Schlegell

Mrs. Charles B. Hull

Mrs. J. Dwyer Kinnucan

Mrs. Jerome H. Remick, Jr.

Mrs. George Black, Jr.

Mrs. Thomas J. Litle, III

Mrs. Peter Oppermann

Mrs. Edward C. Parker

Mrs. Francis H. Bourke

Miss Ethel Flinn

Mrs. James McEvoy, Jr.

Mrs. Francis Vandusen

Mrs. Theodore R. Buttrick

Mrs. John N. McLucas

Mrs. George T. Hall

Mrs. David C. Crawford

Mrs. Edward M. Allardice

Mrs. Frank W. Wylie

Mrs. George E. Bushnell, Jr.

Mrs. Wilbur M. Brucker, Jr.

Mrs. William Y.  Gard

Mrs. Paul North

Mrs. Henry M. Woodhouse

Mrs. Alfred R. Glancy, III

Mrs. Robert H. Healy

Mrs. Peter Stalker, II

Mrs. Frederick C. Kaess, III

Mrs. Douglas H. West

Mrs. Robert W. Spencer

Susan O’Rourke Hastings

Mrs. G. Howard Willett, III

Mrs. Ronald K. Dalby

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Barbara Nash Weiss

Mary Galloway Ollison

Mary Kay Kahn DuCharme

Mrs. T. Denny Hoag

Mrs. William J. Gehrke

Georgiann Gersell Henritzy

Mrs. David W. Benfer

Susan Rumsey Howbert

Sheila Murphy Bridenstine

Pamela Fujishige Lorey

Caroline Heppler Maliszewski

Linda Boerner Hutton

Deborah Pittel Dohan

Lynne Garred Cameron

Jan Elston

Diana Maiullo Greenwood

Dianne Bostic-Robinson

Robin Rodger Heller

Trudy Holchin Morency

Joanne Fitzgerald Ross

Kathleen Moro Nesi

Donna Bradley Smiley

Nancy Powell Orr

Ann Brady Baxter

Lisa Wilke Fildes

Dona Syes Ponepinto

Sherry Donahue-McRill

Ann Rex Turnbull

M. Therese Bellaimey

Cristina Caceres Garberding

Michelle Horne Tiderington

Tanya Colburn Rulison

Mayra A. Rodriguez

Aimee L. Argel

Kayla Roney Smith

Christina Anderson Jackson

Kimberly Burke

Mary Hollens

Charles A Platt

Alfred Hopkins

Walter McFarlane

George William Graves

Albert Kahn

Omer Bouschor

Robert O. Derrick

Maul and Lentz

Leonard B. Willeke

Benjamin and Straight

Crombie and Stranton

George D. Mason

Chittenden and Kotting

Past Show Houses

900 Lake Shore Road, Grosse Pointe Shores

1976

Architectural Style: Southern Colonial Held from May 1 – 23, 1976 19 Designed spaces, including a Boutique on the 3rd floor and a “Garage Greenery” that sold live plants.

Architectural Style: Southern Colonial May 1 – 23, 1976

Designed Spaces: 19

Attendance: 14,000

Admission: $4

Chairwomen: Mrs. Theodore H. Mecke, Jr. and Mrs. Richard L. Weinberg

The home chosen for the second Show House had a fatal flaw - ruptured plumbing - which caused the Junior League of Detroit to cancel the event for 1977. Plans began right away for the following year, but this set in motion the timeline to hold this very time-consuming fund-raiser every other year, and we’ve followed that ever since.

1977

Showhouse Cancelled

241 Lake Shore Road, Grosse Pointe Farms

1978

This 1913 mansion, with French Rococo influences, was designed by architect Charles A. Platt for Mrs. Henry Stephens

Special Events Demonstrations included quilt making, crewel embroidery, Bejeweled Eggs, stained glass and furniture restoration. This house also offered “View at the Top Boutique” on the 3rd floor that included “arts and crafts” of all sorts by League members.

Architectural Style: French Rococo

April 29 - May 21, 1978

Designed Spaces: 21, 19 Designers, 4 Landscapers

Admission: $4

Chairwomen: Mrs. Owen F. Keeler, Jr. and Mrs. Richard P. Kost

551 Lake Shore Road, Grosse Pointe Shores

“The Greenery” included pottery and statuary as well as live plant material. In addition, a unique “Kitchen Boutique” was held in the maid’s dining room, kitchen and pantry on the first floor of the home.

1980

Architectural Style: Contemporary

Designed by Architect Hugh Keys

April 26 to May 18, 1980

Designed Spaces 31 rooms, 19 Designers

Chairwomen: Mrs. Nancy G. Fife and Mrs. James S. Sanford

Honorary Chairwoman was Mrs. Alger Shelden

625 Lake Shore Road, Grosse Pointe Farms

This home held something new: a “Computer Room.” Another unique space was a “Dollhouse” exhibit on the 2nd floor, which featured a custom built Georgian-style dollhouse complete with miniature porcelains, silver and needlepoint rugs.

1982

Architectural Style: Georgian Designed by Architect Walter McFarlane

May 1 – 23, 1982

Designed Spaces: 14, 23 prominent Metro Detroit Designers Attendance: 16,249

Chairwomen: Mrs. F. Charles Kaess, III and Mrs. Peter Stalker, II; Honorary Chairman was Mrs. N.W. Seidel

“Cherryhurst”

111 Lake Shore Road, Grosse Pointe Farms

1984

New this year:

• Open three evenings per week - Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursdays.

• The Designers’ Lecture Series included an evening “Meet the Designers” for a private house tour, and the $7.50 ticket price included admission to the house.

• Sunday Musicales on the lawn of the House including Dixieland, Big Band and Classical performances for $4.00.

• A 99 cent Sneak a Peek day was held, as well as avant and après parties.

Architectural Style: English Tudor

May 5 – May 28, 1984

Designed Spaces: 30 rooms, 21 Designers Attendance: 21,855

Chairwomen: Mrs. Donald F. Chamberlin and Mrs. Verne C. Hampton II

“ Rosecroft”

266 Lakeland, City of Grosse Pointe

1986

Rosecroft was a beautiful Tudor home named for the rose gardens that once graced its grounds.

Architectural Style: English Tudor, Designed by architect Albert Kahn

May 1- May 23, 1986

Designed Spaces: 18 rooms and Designers

Chairwomen: Mrs. Verne C. Hampton II, Mrs. Thomas A. Kolojeski, Mrs. John P. Ottaway, Jr., and Mrs. John E. Weiss, Jr

315 Washington Road, City of Grosse Pointe

Outstanding features of this home included black Italian marble, a 16th century fireplace from Scotland, and wood paneling from England.

1988

Architectural Style: English Renaissance Designed by architect Marcus R. Burrows in 1922

May 1 – 30, 1988

Designed Spaces: 24 rooms, 10 Landscapers

Attendance: 18,000

Chairwomen: Mrs. Robert J. Berschback, Mrs. J. Stephen Gagne, Mrs. Frederick L. Olds and Mrs. Henry S. Reynolds

“Bellmor”

15420 Windmill Pointe Drive, Grosse Pointe Park

Built for John Bell Moran and his wife Serena, this house featured one of the most popular Tea Rooms ever, and the Staffordshire Pub in the carriage house.

1990

Architectural Style: Great 16th century English Tudor Manor

Designed by noted architect Robert O. Derrick in 1928

May 1 -28, 1990

Designed Spaces: 36 rooms, 28 designers

Attendance: over 29,000

Chairwomen: Mrs. Edward A. Bartley, Mrs. John P. Gray and Mrs. Judith Sieber

Honorary Chairmen were Mr. and Mrs. Stanley R. Day

243 Lakeland, City of Grosse Pointe

1992

The home was built for Joseph J. Crawley and his wife, Jennie, of the Crowley, Milner & Company department store, established in Detroit in 1908. It had a music room, garden room, and a theatre in the converted 3rd floor ballroom, complete with stage and lighting for their theatrically-inclined daughters.

Architectural Style: Tudor, built in 1915

May 2 – 30, 1992

Designed Spaces: 32, 28 Designers

Attendance: over 20,000

Chairwomen: Nancy W. Kellow, Ginger Knudson and Kathie Moro Nesi

Honorary Chairwomen: Stephanie and Verne Hampton

22 Webber Place, Grosse Pointe Shores

1994

This was the largest residential commission of Leonard B. Willeke’s distinguished career, and one of many he designed for the HudsonWebber families. Oscar Webber was one of Joseph L. Hudson’s nephews, who took over the management of the J.L. Hudson Company following the death of their uncle in 1923.

Designed by noted architect Leonard B. Willeke for Oscar Webber in 1925.

May 1 - May 30, 1994

Designed Spaces: 29 rooms, 27 Designers, 7 Landscapers

Attendance: 22,000

Sneak a Peek Attendance: 3,500 for a 99 cent ticket

Chairwomen: Wendy Jennings, Mary Lou Grieve and Carole Selmo

340 Lakeland Street, City of Grosse Pointe

This home is a spacious 9,500 square feet. It has eight bedrooms, five of them furnished with fireplaces. The living room ceiling is textured with a dragon holding a compass in its talons, which correctly points due north.

1996

The late English Tudor design of this home is credited to Crombie and Stranton of Detroit.

Designed for Dr. and Mrs. Arthur B McGraw in 1928

May 4 – 25, 1996

Designed Spaces: 37 spaces, 34 Designers

Attendance: 16,000

Chairwomen: Ann Baxter, Linda Hutton, Wendy Jennings, and Julia Keim

15520 Windmill Pointe Drive, Grosse Pointe Park

The home was originally built on the river side of East Jefferson in Indian Village for Captain John B. Ford.

In 1928 it was dismantled, moved by truck and rebuilt on Windmill Pointe Drive. Due to a change in ownership which affected the availability of the house, the JLD was unable to hold the event in May, and instead presented the Show House in September for the first time.

1998

Architectural Style: Georgian Revival

Designed by: Alpheus W. Chittenden

September 19 – October 18, 1998

Admission: $15

Designed Spaces: 40, in 16,000 square feet

Attendance: 22,000+

Chairwomen: Ann W. Baxter and Elaine H. Yates

15410 Windmill Pointe Drive, Grosse Pointe Park

2000

Designed in 1923 by New York designer, Alfred Hopkins for the father of renowned Broadway actress Julie Harris. The design is loosely based on a variety of Medieval English prototypes ranging from thatched-roof cottages to grand manor houses.

May 6 – 29, 2000

Admission increased to $18

Designed Spaces: 30 spaces

Attendance: 18,000

Chairwomen: Robin Heller, Kathleen Moro Nesi, and Patti Schollenberger

41 Provencal Road, Grosse Pointe Farms

The Lewis H. Jones residence originally stood in Indian Village on East Jefferson. In 1929 it was dismantled and reassembled on Provencal Road in Grosse Pointe Farms.

Architectural Style: Tudor

Designed by renowned architect Albert Kahn

May 4 – 27, 2002

Designed Spaces: 27

Admission increased to $20 at the door

Chairwomen: Mary Kay Ducharme, Ann H. Hoag, and Dianne Bostic-Robinson

114 Lothrop Road, Grosse Pointe Farms

Designed by Hugh T. Keyes in the Regency Style for Dr. J. Stewart Hudson and his family in 1937.

2004

May 1 – 31, 2004

Admission: $20

Designed Spaces: 32

Attendance: 9,800

Chairwomen: Dianne Bostic-Robinson and Carrie Maliszewski

330 Lincoln, City of Grosse Pointe

This Georgian styled home was designed by architect George William Graves in 1911 for Cameron Beach Waterman, who designed and built the first outboard motor.

Both the Café and Boutique were in the garage (Café upstairs in the apartments!) and the Greenery was set in a back porch facing beautifully-designed flowering gardens, reflecting the great pride Mrs. Lois Waterman took in the original landscaping of the grounds.

2006

Architectural Style: Georgian

April 29 – May 26, 2006

Admission: $20

Attendance: 8,400

Designed Spaces: 26 rooms and 7 landscapers

Chairwomen: Cynthia Hempstead, Julia Keim, and Linda Smith

15637 Windmill Pointe Drive, Grosse Pointe Park

2008

Architect Omer Bouschor designed this Georgian Colonial for Dr. and Mrs. Elden C. Baumgarten in 1940. The lot comprised a corner of a three-street intersection, giving the property a triangular shape. This classic home was regularly featured in ads for luxury automobiles in the 1940’s and 50’s. This was the first show house to be held for 16 days instead of the usual month-long time frame. The Café in a tent in the back was unique in that grilled meats were offered on the weekends!

May 3 - 18, 2008

Admission: $20

Designed Spaces: 18

Attendance: 8,200

Chairwomen: Ann Baxter, Patti Schollenburger and Susan Tompkins

78 Lake Shore Road, Grosse Pointe Farms

2010

This house, with its distinctive stone exterior, was nestled below street level on the edge of Lake St. Clair and hidden behind tall landscaping. Surrounded by mature gardens on the lake side, it also featured a cobbled motor entrance. During the Show House, a storm knocked out the power and threw the house into darkness. Those inside the home were not ready to leave, so the volunteers picked up flashlights and continued the tours (albeit quickly)!

Architectural Style: French Normandy

Designed and built by Hugh T. Keyes in 1928 for Mrs. Marie Dwyer.

May 1 – 16, 2010

Admission: $20

Designed Spaces: 23

Attendance: 8,800

Chairwomen: Judith Lees, Frances Morse, Amy Muawad and Tanya Rulison

22 Webber Place, Grosse Pointe Shores

Designed by Leonard B. Willeke in 1927 for Oscar Webber, this is the second time the Junior League used this home for a Show House, the only time a house was featured twice.

Being in-between homeowners, the home was available and had so much charm, it was worth doing again!

The Oscar Webber Mansion

May 5 – 20, 2012

Admission: $20

Attendance: 7,600

Designed Spaces: 27 interior spaces, 8 landscape designers Chairwomen: Kristina Acheson, Jane Fox, Barbara Prues

1007 Bishop Road, Grosse Pointe Park

Designed and built in 1921 for Michael J. Murphy, a prominent Detroit manufacture and banker, and the inventor of the Murphy Office Chair, this home is styled as a Tudor on the outside, with its half-timbering, decorative chimneys and steeply pitched roof. However, the interior is decidedly classic colonial in style, with light pouring in all the windows and generously sized rooms throughout.

2014

Architectural Style: Tudor

Attributed to architects Maul and Lentz

May 3 - 18, 2014

Admission: $25

Attendance: 6,256

Designed Spaces: 20 interior space, 6 landscaped areas

Chairwomen: Judith Lees, Ann Baxter, and Patricia Kolojeski

15500 Windmill Pointe Drive, Grosse Pointe Park

2016

In 1927, Col. Jesse G. Vincent, inventor and VP at Packard Motor Company, had this home, with both Tudor and Craftsman elements, built for him and his wife. Unique to this home, a canal was built below the living room which had open access to Lake St. Clair, from where he was able to test and race his boats. A similar in-home canal was included in another home designed by the same architects for Col. Vincent’s friend and co-racer, Gar Wood, in Detroit.

May 7 - 22, 2016

Admission: $25

Designed Spaces: 21 interior rooms, 7 landscape areas

Architect Benjamin and Straight

Chairwomen: Sabine Iafrate and Ann Baxter

670 West Boston Boulevard, Detroit

2018

Charles Fisher, along with his older brother Fred and their uncle Albert, founded the Fisher Body Company which became the world’s largest manufacturer of auto bodies. The home, boasting 16,000 square feet, magnificent architectural details, a sweeping stairway and a private chapel, still has its original built-in organ system, with the pipes and mechanicals on display in the lower level through a large picture window.

Designed by George D. Mason for Charles and Sarah Fisher in 1922 September 17 - October 7, 2018

Admission increased to $35

Designed Spaces: 40

Chairwomen: Liana Dabir, Cynthia Menna and Sabine Iafrate

1771 Seminole Street, Indian Village, Detroit

Designed and built for Bingley Fales, a young businessman who organized the Central Heating Company in 1902, and by 1907, was an executive with the Edison Electric Illuminating Company, which then became DTE.

The central portion of the house, built by the Fales, included a grand staircase, two parlors with mahogany fireplaces, and elaborately-detailed library. The second owners, Captain John Poole and his family, doubled the size of the house by adding wings to the north and south sides of the home, as well as a carriage house with apartments above, a winter greenhouse, squash and tennis courts, a sunken garden and a Pewabic tile fountain.

This show house was initially planned for May, 2020, but moved to September in the hopes that the COVID-19 Pandemic would be short-lived. Still, the public did come and enjoyed a gracious and beautifully decorated home.

Style: Georgian-Revival home, Designed by architects Chittenden and Kotting in 1908 September 19 – October 4, 2020

Admission: $40

Designed Spaces: 32

Chairwomen: Liana Dabir, Anne Reese, and Dianne Bostic Robinson

205 Lake Shore Road, Grosse Pointe Farms

The newest home ever used for a Show House, this one was built in 1988 on land that was subdivided after the historic Higbie Mansion was demolished in 1984. Boasting an amazing view of Lake St. Clair and on rise of land along Lake Shore Road, the home was called “The House on the Hill.”

2022

September 18 – October 2, 2022

Admission: $40

Designed Spaces: 12

Chairwomen: Dianne Bostic-Robinson, Shelia Minetola and Gabriela Boddy

Show House Designer 1998 & 2000

2024 Raffle

Two Nights in the Grand Hotel and Four Rounds of Golf at

“The Jewel” Mackinac

Island

*One Grand room, for two people for two nights between August 11 - October 27, 2024, or May 2 - June 30, 2025, subject to availability, with a Sunday-Thursday arrival/departure pattern.

*Breakfast daily for two people. Tax, local assessment, and baggage handling charges.  This package is non-transferable and non-refundable.

INCLUDED

Four golf certificates, each good for 18 holes on “The Jewel” Courtesy Grand Hotel

Value of the package: $2,060

1st Prize

$1,050 Cash Prize

Courtesy of the Junior League of Detroit 2024 Designers’ Show House Steering Committee.

2nd Prize

U of M Game - 2024 Season Second Row, Section 20

Courtesy of Private Donor.

Date to be mutually determined.

Value: $1,000

3rd Prize

Original Art

Painting by local artist Ashley Menth

The expressive painting is acrylic on wood, 24” x 36”

Title “Belle Isle Bridge – Winter Thaw”

Courtesy of Ashley Menth,

Value: $495

4th Prize

A Look Back

Master Electrician

State Registered Code

Official and Inspector

Licensed & Insured

Kitchens • Bathrooms

Basements • Construction

Hardwood Flooring

Ceramic & Marble Tile

Electrical • Plumbing

Painting

State of Michigan

Registered Code Official

Electrical &

Building Inspector

Building Official

Plan Reviewer Building & Electrical

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The 1986 Chairwomen and friend, L to R: Cynthia Ottoway, Barbara Weiss, Mary Kay DuCharme, Stephanie Hampton and Patricia Kolojeski

L to R: Susan O’Rourke Haggarty, Judy Spencer, Bob Spencer

Mary Stroble

Joan and Bill Gehrke Lisa and Jon Gandelot

Beverly Curtiss Walsh and Pat Palm

Carol and Gilbert Gove

Show House Chairs Patricia Kolojeski, Ann Baxter and Judy Lees celebrating the end of Show House 2014 at 1007 Bishop Road.

Fashion Shoot. 1978, the Detroit News did a fashion shoot in the empty house at 241 Lakeshore before the decorations began.

L to R: Peter Kaufman, Bethine Whitney, Stephanie Kost, and Dick Kost

L to R: Carol Head, Mary Beth Jagger, and Maureen McCabe

Wendy Jennings with her mom and Elizabeth Baxter, daughter of Ann Baxter, with the Stanley Cup on the grounds of the Show House, 15520 Windmill Pointe Drive, in 1998

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Charles was exceptional and found me the perfect home! As a rst time home buyer, he made sure I was properly informed and was always available for questions.

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- Alexander K -

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We worked with Charles Krasner who is the best we’ve encountered in 40 years of buying and selling homes. He’s thoughtful and considerate, and he knows his stu . He sold two houses for us in the past month, nding us the perfect buyers in a unique or di cult situation. We are indebted to him and look forward to working with him again in the future.

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