The design objective of this project involves the preservation of one of northeastern Ohio’s mid-century modern icons, a prime representation of the International Style of Architecture.  Carl Droppers, Architect, designed the house for himself and his family and it was built in 1965.  He incorporated the Vierendeel truss as the front and rear elevations to allow 12-foot cantilevers on each side of the second level and w8x35 steel columns to support it.  The house is enclosed with 56 large panes of glass, which integrate into the natural wooded, lakeside setting.

The house was well-maintained, yet severe maintenance issues were evident. The property displays its original integrity via location, design, setting, materials, workmanship, feeling, and association. The restoration project, in 2022-23, involved respecting the character-defining features of the original design, demolition and reconstruction of finishes and cabinets guided by the original architect’s drawings.  The drawings and specifications had been pristinely preserved by the previous owners.  All finishes, furnishings, and fixtures have been selected by the restoration architect.