One of a handful of Palmer Woods’ historically significant residences, the Harvey S. Durand House at 19221 Strathcona Drive, Detroit, MI 48203, designed in 1916 by architect Richard H. Marr for attorney Harvey S. Durand and his wife Mabel F. Durand, is prime example of Detroit’s golden age architecture.
Built during the Palmer Woods District’s early developmental period, the 19221 Strathcona Drive home features stunning Greek Revival elements, impressive geometric massing, a balanced façade, and a stately formality well suited for the shaded, curving landscape that would soon become home to some of Detroit’s most impressive residences – and attract the attention of the city’s first batch of upwardly mobile residents.
As for the home’s first occupant, Harvey S. Durand was a prominent attorney in Detroit during its early boom period, and the house he commissioned from Marr reflects the professional stature and cultural refinement later residents would come to associate with Palmer Woods.
As time progressed, the Harvey S. Durand House at 19221 Strathcona Drive continued to attract many prominent figures, including none other than Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan.
Today, the house stands as an enduring example of Palmer Woods’ rich architectural heritage – a beautifully preserved example of early twentieth-century Greek Revival design and a living testament to the enduring influence of Richard H. Marr in shaping the identity of one of Detroit’s most prestigious districts.
Last updated Aug 12, 2026.
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