Scenes from the Harry Hammerman House Tour
August 11, 2008
On Sunday, August 10, Landmarks Association sponsored a tour of the mid-century Harry Hammerman House in Ladue. Owner, architect and long-time Landmarks member Ray Simon hosted the event, graciously answering questions from inquiring visitors. Visitors got a close look at Ray's rehabilitation project, which involves restoration of many original features, some floor plan changes and a complementary rear addition. The exterior work is far along and shows that Ray is returning the window casements and fascia board to their original green color. The modern lines of the house probably have not looked so good since construction finished in 1952. Not pictured here is the colorful wall of over twenty years' worth of Landmarks Letters that Ray created in homage to retiring Executive Director Carolyn Hewes Toft.
The front of the Harry Hammerman House. | Ray talks with visitors. |
View of the back of the house. | Interior work underway. |
Questions for Ray. | The addition matches the materials of the house. |
Visitors enjoy the spacious living room. | The exterior weatherboard has been stripped and cleaned. |
