Update: The building continued to sit in a severely deteriorated state in the July of 2018. However, in 2024, the building was stabilized. Sadly, the building was destroyed by the tornado that hit the neighborhood on May 16, 2025.

I have no idea what Mr. Titsworth, the owner of this stately storefront and accompanying apartment building, has in mind for his property, but I do not approve of it.

Easily one of the most architecturally inventive buildings in the city, it could teach today’s mediocre architects a few things about design.? In particular, it revels in its curved lot; instead of plopping a rectangular building down, the architect chose to articulate the building to the curve of Fountain Park.? See it from 4.5 years ago here, when I last photographed the building.

This interesting arch connecting the two buildings shows a little Louis Sullivan influence in its terracotta details.? The accompanying apartment building fits in perfectly with its neighbor.

Apparently someone believes E. Coli is a danger in the property.? “BOSE” is a tag I have seen throughout the city.

The interior seems to have been damaged by fire, and you can look down into the cellar.