Detroit Architects: Richard H. Marr (August 24, 1886-1946)

Richard H. Marr (1886-1946) – also known as the “Architect of Midwest Millionaires”- was a 20^th-century Detroit architect known for his quality residential designs that combined ornate detailing with high-level craftsmanship, quickly garnering him the attention of the city’s well-to-do families looking to put down lasting roots in homes that conveyed culture, comfort, and abundance in equal measure.

For proof of this, see the Albert H. Steinbrecher House, which Marr was commissioned to design at 31 Arden Park Boulevard in the Arden Park–East Boston District – one of Detroit’s most historically significant boulevards.

The Albert H. Steinbrecher property is a perfect reflection of Marr’s refined design sensibilities and expert-level attention to detail, helping it stand out in a district with a reputation for its distinguished architecture.