Industry
Associations:
NAHB, NARI, AIA Professional Designation:
Tim Franklin
3433 W. Bath Rd.
Akron, OH 44333
Phone: 330-665-9097
Fax: 330-665-9098
Website:
2006 Best Residential
Historic Renovation
The left crib of the
farmhouse was built in 1818 and the right crib was added in 1832 by John
Hoover. The Hoover family (of the Hoover Vacuum Company) owned the
farmhouse and 167 acres of land until they donated it to the University
of Akron in 1970. The land was used for the new Wayne College. The
farmhouse was left vacant for many years and suffered severe damage due
to exposure to the elements until the university decided to save the
farmhouse. The objective was to retain the historical character of the
farmhouse, while addressing today's needs for access, comfort and
technology that would allow it to be used for special functions. Today,
the farmhouse is an active part of campus life, and it provides an
additional bit of heritage to the students and faculty of the
university.
National Award
