Detroit Architects: Schowalter Bros

Schowalter Brothers operated from the 1920s to the 1940s.

The architectural firm of brothers and architects Frank M. Schowalter and Edward R. Schowalter quickly gained a reputation for their commission of homes that exuded an air of prestige and timelessness.

This is evident in the surviving properties accredited to them, two of which can be found within Detroit’s historic Sherwood Forest neighborhood: the Tudor-influenced properties at 19575 Stratford Road and 19585 Stratford Road.

Both of these commissions perfectly demonstrate Schowalter Brothers’ signature design approach:

• Stately brick and stone masonry
• Steeply pitched roofs
• Intricate revival detailing
• Spacious interiors perfect for everyday living and entertaining.