C.9.b - 3104 Harris Blvd - public comment — original pdf
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Allen, Amber From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: GREG UNDERWOOD Monday, May 23, 2022 5:42 PM HPD Preservation Stuart Sampley; 3104 Harris Blvd *** External Email ‐ Exercise Caution *** The Historic Review Committee of the Bryker Woods Neighborhood Association votes to not oppose the demolition of 3104 Harris Blvd but requests the applicant and owner give strong consideration to this committees recommendations which follow this email. Sincerely. Greg Underwood‐HRC member BWNA president (Email to the applicant) Stuart, The plans look good. The overall design is simple and symmetrical, a design discipline encouraged in Bryker Woods. We’re pleased to see the direct inspiration from the old house to the front entryway. The arch and steeple are a fine acknowledgement of the original house. We have (2) suggestions the entire committee is in agreement with. 1.) We request real wood windowpane windows be used in the project. Metal or aluminum windows aren’t in keeping with the Bryker Woods style. 2.) The committee requests as much of the old house’s design elements and fixtures be used in the new house. For example, the old house’s front porch lantern would work well with the new entry. The old houses’s front porch ironwork would be an inspired addition to the new front entryway We’ve found neighbors who redeploy the original homes’ fixtures like door knobs, door hardware & outdoor iron work create a house with more character & personality. The old house has some wonderful vintage touches, both outside and inside please use them if possible. Let me know if you have any comments or questions. Best Regards, 1 Greg Sent from my iPhone CAUTION: This email was received at the City of Austin, from an EXTERNAL source. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious and/or phishing email, please forward this email to cybersecurity@austintexas.gov. 2