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The studio

SIMPLE Okay, so here is our super secret approach to design; we ask bright questions at the right time and listen very carefully. Before designing, we verify what we have heard to make sure everyone is on the same page. With targets and aspirations identified, we imagine the possibilities.

CLEAR Have you ever stared at a building and wondered “what were they thinking”? We have too. The best architecture doesn’t need a big explanation. We call this, “design your Mom can understand” and it’s something we strive for on every project. The design process doesn’t need to be complicated either; it should be just as clear and pleasing as the building. Like any other big project, architecture can be a challenge; we just don’t think it needs to be an unpleasant one.

BRIGHT It’s easy to come up with a solution to a problem, one plus one equals two, right? It is the creativity and bright thinking applied to those same problems that lead to great solutions. Bright thinking makes a difference; it might even make one plus one equal three. That’s why we don’t rest until we find ideas that deliver the most possible for you. We don’t want to meet your expectations, we want to exceed them. Why expect anything less?

Recognition

  • —2026 AIA Michigan Residential Design Honor Award — Hidden Lakes Residence
  • —2024 AIA Michigan Honor Award — Lower Shore Residence
  • —2023 AIA Michigan Honor Award — Rosy Mound Retreat
  • —2022 AIA Grand Rapids Honor Award — Rosy Mound Retreat
  • —2021 AIA Grand Rapids Honor Award — Mercer Residence
  • —2019 AIA Grand Rapids Honor Award — Long Beach Residence
  • —2018 AIA Michigan Honor Award — Pleasant Street Residence
  • —2017 AIA Grand Rapids Honor Award — Pleasant Street Residence
  • —2016 AIA Grand Rapids Honor Award — Dogwood Residence
  • —2014 AIA Grand Rapids Honor Award — Lake Allegan Residence
  • —2011 AIA Grand Rapids Honor Award — Pigeon Creek Residence

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