The Process

Perched high above a sweeping Michigan landscape, this project was designed to embrace its setting from the very first sketch. Every major living space faces the dramatic views to the rear of the property, with expansive window walls, a covered wraparound porch, and a full walkout basement that open the home directly to the outdoors. The result is a house that feels both grounded and elevated—rooted in place while celebrating the beauty beyond its walls.

Inside, vaulted ceilings draw the eye upward and outward, with rooflines that flow seamlessly to a covered balcony overlooking the bluff. Craftsman-inspired detailing adds warmth and character throughout, balancing natural materials with clean, modern lines. Thoughtfully planned main-floor living, generous bedrooms, and flexible lower-level spaces create a home that’s as functional for everyday life as it is breathtaking in its setting. Designed to capture the shifting light and changing seasons, this home is truly built around the landscape it inhabits.