Spec House 1

What a delicious home!!!

This is actually the Spec House 1 on the same golf course as Spec House 2. Sorry they are out of order, but I think this one deserves Special Attention.

Spacious gourmet kitchen has a wonderful open work area. Large island for prep or entertaining. We installed Tumbled Botticino Marble 4"x4" tile set on a 45. Using 4"x4" pewter "frames" with aged bronze "bursts" inserts add dimension. The 12" Vineyard Plate in a nickel finish adds a focal point above the stove.

A Bathroom we only DREAM of.......

This fabulous bathroom is truly a retreat. The tile colors chosen were subtle earth tones for functionality, tone and contrast to the other finishes in the room.
Though it hard to see in these pictures, the quarter-turned decos and decorative molding around the tub surround are actually cast stone roses. When paired with the sliced river rocks in the floor and decorative accent in the shower, it converts that "girly" feel into "romantically masculine."

Patterns and Textures

Multiple textures and colors

add a dramatically elegant look.

We used a combination of 4"x4" white, 6"x6" white, and 6"x6" blue tile to create this pattern. Then added the copper "liner bars" and "pillows" to finish the look.

The idea:

A picture with this pattern,on a larger scale, was presented for concept. Once the concept was accepted, we made the pattern scale-appropriate for our area. I think we achieved our goal.

Simple Elegance.

Real deal or compromise

Slate or Fake?

This client wanted the look of natural slate without the maintance. So we found a porcelain tile that mimicked the look of natural slate. (Plus it was less expensive!)

They did use a 2"x2" natural slate mosaic for the accent strip, as well as the shower floor.

Wow, what a fabulous look!!

Comfortable Contrast

Warm rich Brazilian Cherry, please meet natural Maple Stainless Steel!

An ultra modern kitchen, with its sleek slab front Maple cabinets, Black Granite countertops, Stainless Steel appliances gets a warm and inviting touch with the Brazilian Cherry floor.

Stainless Steel Modern

Stainless Steel tile backsplash for a modern touch to any kitchen.

This customer wanted a modern kitchen, without going contemporary. Stainless appliances help balance the feeling in this kitchen. The Black granite countertops have silver/grey flakes to aid the coordination, and help ground the room with the natural maple cabinets. Even though there are modern, sleek touches at every turn in this room, it is very welcoming and comfortable.

Spec House 2

This beautifully comfortable home is built on one of the premiere golf courses in Central Michigan.
The idea for this project was to convey a warm, inviting, rich, welcoming sense of home. The dark coffee stained oak floors seem to draw you into each room.
The coffee stained floors ground the spaces of this home. The wonderful use of color on the wall and window treatments, set this home alive! The finishes in this home are fine details that "pull it all together."
Interlocking wood corners,
This finishing touch really makes any home unique and special. This is a small detail that will impress many, and convey a custom high end look.
A little effort goes a long ways!!!

Tigerwood

Beautiful Tigerwood floors adds a touch of character to this home.
This client wanted a look that was distinctive to their home. They chose to carry the Tigerwood throughout all of the family spaces. It is a great compliment to the new coffee stained maple cabinets in the kitchen.

Polished Condo

This new condo had a "crisp"and clean look. The owners wanted to have a "homey" feel as well as a polished and refined appearance. They achieved this by neutral finishes. The wall color is a creamy warm white. The crisply painted fireplace and trim moldings add a refined touch.

The kitchen cabinets are a white-on-white look with warm white-on-linen solid surface counter tops. We installed a stunning Santos Mahogany floor. It is a warm and inviting contrast to the crisp white finishes in this condo. The Santos Mahogany floor is extremely durable and easy to maintain. It is a great finish to a beautiful home.

Glass accents in Master Bath

This new construction condo owner wanted a little "glam" in their master suite.

We used a neutral colored 18"x18" field tile, then added 2"x2" metallic glass accent tiles. These glass accents are in gold, bronze, and copper tones.

This type of customization is a great way to make your space distinctive.

Marble wall mural

This is a screened mural on 4"x4" tumble marble tiles. The mural itself is approximately 24"x24" square with two rows of a 1"x2" split-faced tumbled marble accent strip. (The accent doesn't show well in the pictures). This mural brings the outdoor element of Northern Michigan inside. The detail is impeccable.

Children's Playroom

Childrens playroom. Designed with bright youthful colors.

Using a Commercial Vinyl Composite Tile (VCT) will withstand any roughness these kids can dish out.

How FUN!

Rose Medallion

Another Oshkosh medallion. This client wanted a "statement" in their formal entry. There is a large single rose blossom in the center. The outer 6" border of this medallion is an interweaving rose blossom and leaf pattern. I think this 36" Rose medallion is stunning addition to this formal entry space.

Medallion

This is a kitchen renovation for an existing client of ours. The cabinets are a Merlot stained American cherry. Therefore the color dominates this small space. The client wanted to "lighten" the room and add a little "pizazz." The flooring the client chose was a red oak natural color in a 2 1/4"width. We added a Merlot stained red oak in the same width to bring the cabinet color down to the floor. The accent strip is one board wide and 12" out from the finished toe-kicks. The client also wanted to add a medallion in the eating area of this kitchen. He chose an Oshkosh medallion 24" wide. It's a fabulous addition to this small space.

Rustic Cabin

A rustic turn-of-the-century log cabin near Charlevoix receives a new flooring as a part of the renovations.

New 4" wide Rustic Hickory floor by Somerset is installed to add to the charm and appeal of this retreat.

Metal Backsplash

This kitchen backsplash uses Questech Metals in Country Nickel to give a modern element to this kitchen. This is using a 6"x6" tile set on a 45' angle to create a longer line of sight, giving the illusion of more space.