Adding a dormer to home is a great way to make a once wasted space into usable space. This home in St. Johns decided to re-structure their roof to include a new covered porch as well as two dormers. The new roof over the front porch created new Cape Cod look. We re-designed the stair locations to give it a better flow and re-use the existing rails. The two dormers in the second story enlarged the existing rooms and brought in more light. The Owens Corning asphalt shingles are from the Designer Collection and feature a lifetime warranty.

Varying textures on the façade of a home help keep it looking up to date. This home in Okemos was completely covered in vinyl siding. We broke up the siding by doing vinyl shake on the front of the garage and around the window on the front porch. Updating your siding not only helps aesthetically, but also adds insulation to your home and can seal up some cracks.

Once in a while we will do a project far from home, this was a kitchen remodel done in Florida for some close friends. The small kitchen in this condo once was separated from the living room, making it appear to be even smaller than it was. We started with removing the wall that separated the kitchen from the living room and constructing a half-wall for the bar. The entire kitchen area had all new recessed lights added to brighten up the small space. The owners chose to go with a simple white cabinet to help make the kitchen feel larger. The granite countertop was the dramatic piece of this kitchen remodel and paired perfectly with the new cabinets and tile work. The tile backsplash behind the stove is one that they saw on one of our previous jobs and really liked. The wine rack is a nice piece to tie the kitchen in with the surrounding space. The hanging pendent lights add lighting above the bar nicely.

White kitchen cabinets, while basic, can have a great effect on a kitchen if done properly. This kitchen remodel in East Lansing has simple white cabinets that look amazing. The oak floors were already in great shape allowing the homeowner to spend more on other areas like the neutral colored granite countertops. Keeping a kitchen remodel simple like this can still have a dramatic effect if done well.

This Lansing area kitchen remodel was done in a Cherry cabinet with a pecan glaze finish. The different depths of upper cabinets give the room a dramatic look while adding storage space for small kitchen appliances. The custom tile back splash was an extensive process that included our in-house drafter drawing each tile on the wall before placing them to make sure it was perfect. The backsplash above the tile features ceramic tile that looks like a wood trim, 1×1 mosaic tiles, and a decorative tile placed at a diagonal. The light colored granite countertops paired with the light colored tile backsplash help brighten up the space. The glass door panels above the wine cooler add a nice decorative touch to the already dramatic kitchen.

On a walk-out style basement, steep grading, or a bi-level it can be hard to add on to the home. This three season room is built-up on posts to accommodate the steep drop off of the grade. This room in Lansing features vinyl windows with a pliable “glass” in them. The panels have fully removable panes in them that create a screen room when removed. The stairs and lower deck are both constructed out of treated lumber. The interior of the room was finished in vinyl and aluminum coil to make the space weather safe. The indoor/outdoor carpet has a nice finish to it, yet is able to withstand any rain that might come in when windows are open. The outdoor ceiling fan will help to cool the room on hot days.

This small addition in Grand Ledge was done for a member for the Armed Forces while they served overseas. When they arrived home after their tour they came home to a brand new addition and adjoining deck. The room features a vaulted ceiling, dry walled walls, and a vinyl floor that looks like flagstone. The attached treated deck gives a great new transition area from the home to the backyard. The gray walls are so subtle yet a perfect transition between the dark floor and white windows.

This four season room in Laingsburg was built to replace a kit sunroom that had been installed decades ago. We removed the old room and post-frame constructed this room in its place. The walls are all covered in a knotty pine to break it up from the rest of the home. The vaulted ceiling was done in drywall with the beam being covered in pine. The vinyl flooring was an excellent color and material choice as it looks like tile but is warmer to the touch. This room is the perfect getaway for this couple where they can enjoy the outdoors even on a cold day.

This three season room in Grand Ledge features some children-friendly windows, which is perfect for the subdivision location. The “glass” in these windows is a pliable vinyl that never cracks or shatters. The vinyl can be stretched to conform to whatever is placing pressure on it, and when released will go back to its normal state. These panels have four sections to them that can slide to give you more options as to how much air to let in. The vinyl comes in different shades as well allowing you to adjust how much light you want to come in. The vinyl sections are fully removable in case you want to turn the room in to a screen room. The aluminum ceiling and trims allow for the room to be exposed to weather without being damaged. The indoor/outdoor carpeting gives the room a cozy feeling without having to worry about leaving windows open. This room is a great middle ground if you can’t decide whether to go with a screen room or a four season room.

This modern family room addition was added to a farmhouse in Williamston. The large 24×24 addition with a vaulted ceiling included a Hase Bari gas fireplace, faux stone covered walls, large heated tile floor, and a custom-built desk with a granite countertop. The raised fireplace base is covered in 6×6 ceramic tile to break is up from the remaining tile floor. With so much tile, the homeowners went with the wise decision of adding an under the tile heating system to warm the room. The sleek ceiling fans add to the room’s modern look. The built-in surround sound speakers and eyeball lighting were some of the final touches this addition had to make it the most enjoyable family room.