A charming cedar-clad cottage was designed for a family with room for expansion by Tom Stringer Design Partners, located lakeside in Harbor Springs, Michigan. This fairytale cottage is nestled along Lake Michigan, with the idea of designer chic details mixed with kid-friendly essentials. The homeowners wanted something that felt lived in, with a timeless, collected […]
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Cozy turn of the century coastal cottage on Lake Michigan
This cozy turn of the century homestead was transformed into a coastal cool cottage by Tom Stringer Design, located in Harbor Springs, on the shores of Lake Michigan. When the designer approached this project, he wanted to preserve the ‘cottageness’ feel of the home, resisting the urge to completely renovate and ruin the current vibe. Instead, […]
Sustainable retreat on a wooded hilltop in Michigan: Glen Lake Tower
Glen Lake Tower is a sustainable retreat completed in 2011 by Balance Associates Architects, located high on a wooded hilltop above a lake in Michigan. The 1,400-square-foot house is the result of an inspiring collaboration between architects, clients with a passion for architecture as well as their site, and a skilled local contractor. Directed to […]
Light-filled historic home transformed in Birmingham
Birmingham Residence is an historic home that has been transformed into a creative, functional and light filled space by McIntosh Poris Associates, situated in Birmingham, Michigan.
M-22 House overlooking West Grand Traverse Bay
We just received information about M-22 House, a modern residence designed by Michael Fitzhugh Architect, nestled along the top of a tall ridge overlooking West Grand Traverse Bay in Northern Michigan. As one makes their way up the property, they feel a sense of discovery from the powerful views that are revealed once at the top. The […]
Pigeon Creek Residence melded into Michigan’s woodlands
The Pigeon Creek Residence is located in western Michigan in a densely forested site overlooking the Pigeon Creek wetland. Designed by Lucid Architecture for a young family with two children, the building form is shaped by the owner’s desire for a distinctly modern home which feels warm, open, and comfortable, and has a strong connection […]
Eagle Harbor Cabin on Lake Superior
The Eagle Harbor Cabin is located on a wooded waterfront property on Lake Superior, at the northerly edge of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, about 300 miles northeast of Minneapolis. Designed by Seattle-based studio, Finne Architects, the wooded 3-acre site features the rocky shoreline of Lake Superior, a lake that sometimes behaves like the ocean. Here is […]
Incredible penthouse in Corktown Historic District
This awesome penthouse is situated in the historic Corktown in Detroit, Michigan. This top floor, open plan unit features gorgeous views of the city skyline, high end kitchen appliances, hardwood floors throughout, two bedrooms and two bathrooms including a huge master bath with Jacuzzi tub and unique details that are very eye-catching. With only a […]
Centuries-old barn breathes new life
Gallery owner Judith Racht is the longtime owner of a working 60-acre farm outside Niles, Michigan, and an art and antiques gallery. Racht was determined to transform her dilapidated 200-year-old barn into a cutting-edge living space without losing its “feel of antiquity.” Consulting with Chicago-based Northworks Architects and Planners, the client wished to have a […]
Zen house features striking lake views
This beautiful contemporary house located in Commerce, Michigan, has an amazing zen feeling right as you step inside the front door and bare witness to the amazing custom water feature with rocks and tall grasses. With its clean lines and use of neutral materials and bold pops of color, the home feels very tranquil. Featuring […]