Millford: A Day of Study

About this event

Join the ICAA SE on a special study trip to Pinewood, South Carolina for a day of observational drawing, and exploration of the historic structures at Millford, a property of the Richard Hampton Jenrette Foundation!

Located in Pinewood, South Carolina, (Sumter County). Millford is one of the finest examples of Greek Revival architecture in North America. It was built to demonstrate the wealth and good taste of John Lawrence and Susan Hampton Manning while providing a beautiful setting in which to live, entertain, and raise a family. Little wonder that when Richard H. Jenrette saw it for the first time, he pronounced it "irresistible" and described Millford as his "Taj Mahal"

For more information about Millford visit: https://www.jenrette.org/millford

Schedule of Events Friday, November 13th 6:30 PM - Group Dinner at D & H Bar-B-Q 8:00 PM - Introduction to Greek Revivalism with Jacques Levet, JR. at the Hotel

Saturday, November 14th 9:00 AM - Arrive at Millford 9:30 - 11:00 AM - Tour of the exterior and outbuildings 11:00 AM - First Group Interior Tour / Measured or Observational Drawing of Exteriors 12:00 PM - Group Picnic Lunch 1:00 PM - Second Group Interior Tour / Measured or Observational Drawing of Exteriors 3:00 PM - Tour and Drawing conclusion

Suggested Supplies - Sketchbook; hardbound (+/-) 6"x 9", stitched binding so the book can open flat, on any stitch bound sketchbook that will open flat.

- 12" triangular architects scale, with 1/8", 1/4", 3/4", 1 1/2" and 3" scales.

- Mechanical pencil with 0.5 HB lead. (Alvin Draft/Matic or similar)

- Eraserstick; (Tuff Stuff Eraser Stick or similar)

- 12ft steel tape measure in feet and inches, to the 1/16".

- Small pencil bag or case to keep drawing supplies

Meet the Instructors

Jacques Levet JR

Jacques Pierre Levet grew up on his family’s farm just outside New Orleans, surrounded by historic homes and structures that shaped his early appreciation for architecture. This deep connection to place and tradition influenced his understanding of how homes should not only be beautiful but also thoughtfully designed to enhance daily life. Initially pursuing a career in medicine, Jacques later followed his true passion, earning a graduate degree in architecture from the University of Notre Dame, where he focused his studies on American classicism, particularly Greek Revival.

He began his professional journey at Historical Concepts under the mentorship of Jim Strickland before serving as a project manager and designer with Stan Dixon, working on projects from Palm Beach to Michigan. Jacques also serves on the board of the Institute of Classical Architecture and Art's Southeast Chapter and teaches for ICAA National at various universities and courses, sharing his expertise and passion for classical architecture with the next generation. While at D. Stanley Dixon, Jacques furthered his studies with the Attingham Trust, which provided an intensive study of the English country houses, deepening his understanding of classical architecture and design traditions.

Now, as a principal at Pierre McKell, Jacques draws on this rich foundation to design homes that are both personal and timeless—places that honor their surroundings and enrich daily living.

Claire Pardo

Claire Pardo is an accredited architect at Pierre McKell Architects in Atlanta, Georgia. A native Atlantan, she earned a BFA in Interior Design from Syracuse University and a Master of Architecture from Georgia Tech. Claire began her career practicing commercial architecture before transitioning to high-end residential design at C. Brandon Ingram Design in 2022.

In 2023, she received a Shutze Fellow Scholarship to attend the ICAA Winter Intensive, where she later returned as an instructor for the 2024 and 2025 Intensives. Claire is an active member of the ICAA’s Southeast Chapter and currently serves as Co-Chair for Education.

About Event Pinewood, SC is located about four and a half hours outside the city of Atlanta. Because of the early start time on Saturday, we suggest staying overnight on Friday:

Suggested Hotel Hampton Inn - Manning 2822 Paxville Hwy, Manning, SC 29102

From Institute of Classical Architecture and Art - Southeast