HomeMy WebLinkAboutSubmittal Letter Thorn GraftonTHORN GRAFTON, ARCHITECT,AIA
2814 Chucunontah Rd., . Coconut Grove, L 33 '33
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Dear Commissioners
l have been asked to provide my professional opinion on the above -referenced structure,
with respect to Section 23-4(a) of. the Miamiof, Ordinances.. Specifically, t will
comment on_the de igt on of thehoin as a contributing structure in the. +liM'o District .
l did not conduct in
(1), (2), (6), or (8). W
a level thatwould,s
endent historic research to be able to have an opinion on it
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on does not portray the environment in an era of history
tirtive architectural'styles:
to ►f a masonry vernacular l U ng h a lY twccy
tfem ti a:to recoil o coke -id revive l stye;
in;my opinian,does not embody (listing
period, or method of construction.
cture is notdbtar undistinOstled.
Item (7): The structure in my opinion does not contain elements of design, detail,
materials, or craftsmanship of outstanding quality or which represent a significant
innovation or adaptation to the South Florida environment.
The striucture:is lackina 'n any such outstandina or significant elements, and in fqct
represents a very law level -of detail and design,
ARCHITECTURE iw # i Nvtt ON Aj. AN
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iMITT�D =INTO THE
PUBLIC RECORD FOR
ITEM vzai ON ro-ac-us
September 27, 2006
Dear Ms. Eusse:
This letter Is written in support of your position that your home at 5850 Biscayne Blvd. in Miami not be considered a contributing
structure within the new MIMo Biscayne Boulevard Historic District.
As you know, I strongly support the designation of the Miami Modem historic district, and believe that it is an important foundation
for the area's future development The unusual heritage of modern buildings on Biscayne Boulevard is deserving of protection. My
position on your home relates purely to the Circumstances of its urban and architectural qualities in relationship with the larger
goals of the district Also, prior to the designation of the district, Man T. Shulman Architect, PA had designed a new residential
building for you on the site, and so this office is familiar with the property.
5850 Biscayne fronts on Biscayne Boulevard, so I believe the property was rightly included in the district. However the house does
not face the boulevard, and is oriented instead toward 58e Street. The side facade of the house faces the boulevard. In this way, it
does not really contribute to the boulevard's urban character, except by the casual proximity of its side facade.
Although the current structure is a fine home, I do not believe it contributes to the continuity of character established by the
commercial modem structures that were the main subject of the District's creation. Were the subject home located in the
Momingside Historic District, It would fit well with the character of the surrounding homes.
By maintaining the property in the district, it will be subject to the review of the Historic and Environmental Preservation Board. I
believe strongly in the ability of the HEP Board to fairly judge the appropriateness of any new structure for this site, and to take into
consideration its historic context I believe the subject property should be designated non-contributing.
Warmest regards,
(c)(/?)7a4..//47,,i
Allan T. Shulman, Architect
SUBMITTED INTO THE
PUBLIC RECORD FOR
ITEM/ON/°'.
ALLAN T. SHULMAN ARCHITECT, P.A.
Florida At C1012763
100 N.E. 38" Stra+►t, Space 2, Mipml, FL 33137
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