Homes are built around families’ lives. But how families live changes over time. Today’s families are cooking while supervising homework while trying to have a conversation with a partner. You want to see your kids from the kitchen or watch a game on the...
Planning a large home addition is one of the biggest investments you can make. You might be dreaming of a second-story expansion, a new primary suite, or a multi-room addition that changes how you use your home. The decisions you make before breaking ground matter as...
Walk through some of Ann Arbor’s older neighborhoods, and you’ll spot many homes that have changed over time. Some houses have new rear additions or renovated interiors. A growing number have expanded upward with a second-story addition. When homeowners love...
Accessory dwelling units (ADUs) might feel like a new trend, but they were once far more common in American neighborhoods. Small secondary homes might have been called granny flats or carriage houses, and were often used to house extended family members. They were an...
Wishing for a quiet space of your own in your home? It’s not unusual to find that as your family grows and schedules get more hectic, you start to long for a private retreat away from the hustle and bustle of daily life. In a lot of Ann Arbor homes, the original floor...
A lot of homeowners will reach the point where their house begins to feel a bit tight. Maybe they’ve added more people to the family, are working from home now, or different daily routines are placing new demands on your existing space. Moving might seem like the...
Families change. Your home needs to change, too. What once felt spacious might start to feel cramped as children get older and lifestyles evolve. For many homeowners, especially those in historic Michigan neighborhoods, moving isn’t always the solution. Instead,...
The garage can be one of the most underutilized parts of the home. It might hold cars, seasonal storage, or boxes you haven’t opened in years. But as your lifestyle and needs change through the years, it’s possible to reimagine your garage and use that valuable square...
Adding more space to your home comes down to either building out or building up. For many Michigan homeowners, expanding upward is the most practical option. A second-story addition in Michigan can open the door to a new bedroom, larger living areas, private suites,...
An addition can add valuable and much-needed space to the home you love. It can be a great way to increase your square footage for a home office, bigger kitchen, or even a guest suite. While deciding to expand your home can be exciting, a lot of homeowners in Ann...
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