Quote Originally Posted by kathy2trips View Post
At the risk of repeating myself:

Though no "birth" took place at 208 Mack, it is historically significant both due to its construction techniques and it being the source of inspiration to a architectural artist, particularly its garden [[which I'm wondering if that can be restored as well).

Thousands of residences are considered historically significant in this country, both at the state and national levels. Isn't the Montecello significant? Mt. Vernon? Hearst Castle? A home need not be so opulent to be of historical significance. Henry Ford's first home is rather modest.

When I hear back from AIA Detroit, I will let all of you know about that.
You are spinning your wheels, the house already has an historic listing. 208 Mack Avenue is a contributing building to the Brush Park Historic District. The District is on both the National and City registers. The marker in front of 208 has absolutely nothing to with the house but the current occupants of the residence. Now National Landmark status could be conveyed to the house. Also I would be very surprised if the AIA lifted a finger to help out.