The loft pictured, designed by Rossetti Associates,
is furnished by Arkitektura in Birmingham.
200 River Place Lofts retain old brick walls that add
warmth to the open spaces.

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retained, original materials are
exposed as much as possible and
spiral ductwork is a must." Also,
3/4-high walls separate the living
spaces.
200 River Place was originally
the Parke-Davis building, where
the first aspirin was made. In the
1920s, Albert Kahn sold the build-
ing to Stroh and it later stood
vacant for 12 years.
After a $15 million renovation,
the 48 lofts feature slate and
maple floors, exposed brick walls
and wood ceiling beams, fire-
places, soaring windows and
indoor parking. Priced from
$200,000-$600,000, the more
expensive fourth-floor units
include rooftop gardens.
"It's a unique location because
you're right along the Detroit
River," says David.
Interiors, designed by Rossetti
Associates Inc. in Birmingham,
have a unique sense of style rarely
found in suburban developments.
Curved walls distinguish the
entryway, drawing you into an
expansive living area with a man-
tled fireplace, a contemporary
kitchen with Jenn-Aire appliances
and granite countertops, brick
walls and cherry wood ceilings.
Partial walls enclose bedroom
suites, and baths are outfitted
with the finest appointments.
If David and Andrew Farbman
have their way, their vision will be
realized by hundreds of other
"pioneers" who long for a new
way of sophisticated, cosmopoli-
tan, urban living.