--- title: "Ventures Design — Design-Build Firms | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build-firms/ventures-design-pfvwus-pf~688819647 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~688819647.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Ventures Design" category: ["Design-Build Firms"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/40135aa104062482_0953-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "25168 Seeley Road, Novi, Michigan 48375, United States" latitude: 42.4604 longitude: -83.4577 phone: "(248) 767-1666" website: http://ventures-design.com rating: 4.7 review_count: 26 best_of_houzz_awards: 6 followers: 54 last_updated: 2026-09-03 --- # Ventures Design Original Houzz profile: [Ventures Design](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build-firms/ventures-design-pfvwus-pf~688819647) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Design-Build Firms - **Location:** Novi, MI - **Serves:** Detroit, Ann Arbor, Dearborn, Livonia, Troy, Canton, Farmington Hills, Shelby Township, Southfield, Waterford, Novi, West Bloomfield Township, Dearborn Heights, Royal Oak, White Lake, Garden City, Auburn Hills, Birmingham, Ypsilanti, Wixom, Rochester, South Lyon, Clawson, Farmington, Commerce Township, Highland, Beverly Hills, Howell, Plymouth, Whitmore Lake, Brighton, Walled Lake, Milford, Northville, Wolverine Lake, Bloomfield Hills, Franklin, Keego Harbor, Orchard Lake, Pinckney, Sylvan Lake, Bingham Farms, Clarkston, Hartland, Barton Hills, Bloomfield, New Hudson, Salem, West Bloomfield - **Houzz rating:** 4.7 out of 5 (26 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 6 awards (2015–2023), for Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Recommended on Houzz - 1,000 Ideabook Saves - Best of Houzz winner - Free consultation - High-end VENTURES is a premium interior & exterior design build firm consisting of a skilled team of sales consultants, designers, and construction supervisors. We strive to create unique, beautiful and functional spaces that surpass expectations. We believe that the design build process should be an exceptional experience, so we work very closely with each of our clients throughout the entire project. ### Services Provided - Bathroom Remodeling - Bathroom Design - Architectural Design - Building Design - Basement Remodeling - Deck Building - Outdoor Kitchen Construction - Architectural Drawings - 3D Rendering - Pool House Design & Construction - Design Consultation - Basement Design - Outdoor Kitchen Design - Custom Home Bars - Porch Design & Construction - Sunroom Design & Construction - Lighting Design - Deck Design - Swimming Pool Construction - Landscape Plans - Lighting Installation - Rooftop Deck Installation - Radiant Floor Heating - Arbor Design and Construction - Artificial Grass Installation - Artificial Living Walls - Basement Remodels - Custom Pools - Custom Putting Greens - Custom Spas - Hardscaping - Landscape Construction - Outdoor Fireplace Construction - Patio Construction - Pergola Construction - Pool Building - Pool Design - Pool Landscaping - Spa Building - Spa Construction ### Areas Served - Detroit - Ann Arbor - Dearborn - Livonia - Troy - Canton - Farmington Hills - Shelby Township - Southfield - Waterford - Novi - West Bloomfield Township - Dearborn Heights - Royal Oak - White Lake - Garden City - Auburn Hills - Birmingham - Ypsilanti - Wixom - Rochester - South Lyon - Clawson - Farmington - Commerce Township - Highland - Beverly Hills - Howell - Plymouth - Whitmore Lake - Brighton - Walled Lake - Milford - Northville - Wolverine Lake - Bloomfield Hills - Franklin - Keego Harbor - Orchard Lake - Pinckney - Sylvan Lake - Bingham Farms - Clarkston - Hartland - Barton Hills - Bloomfield - New Hudson - Salem - West Bloomfield ### Typical Job Cost $100,000 - 1 million ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Ventures Design | | Address | 25168 Seeley Road, Novi, Michigan 48375, United States | | Phone | (248) 767-1666 | | Website | http://ventures-design.com | | Followers on Houzz | 54 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — www.facebook.com/VenturesDesignMI - X (Twitter) — https://www.instagram.com/venturesdesign/ - LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/company/ventures-design - Blog — http://www.ventures-design.com/ ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Ventures Design](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build-firms/ventures-design-pfvwus-pf~688819647) - **Website:** http://ventures-design.com - **Phone:** (248) 767-1666 ## Credentials - **Best of Houzz:** 6 awards (2015–2023), for Service. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 4.7 out of 5 — 26 reviews** *Aspect averages:* - Work Quality: 48.0 - Communication: 44.0 - Value: 44.0 ### Reviews **★★★★★ — HU-234941028, Aug. 2025** > The team at Ventures are great at what they do. Their design work is very modern yet classic. I told them I wanted my backyard to look like a hotel in Miami and let them run with it. No regrets at all. Their employees were working everyday until the job was done, when I had questions Brandon was always quick to respond. I will definitely be using them for my next project. **★★★★★ — allen7575, Sept. 2023** > Our backyard oasis is our favorite place to be and, thanks to Brandon’s ideas and vision, we are able to enjoy it year round even in MI freezing winters. Best design bar none and incredibly responsive **★★★★★ — David Kennedy, May 2022** > Hired them for 3 jobs and their communication, customer service, and expertise are all top notch we love you guys! **★★★★★ — Branks Boucorp, March 2022** > We hired Ventures to complete our outdoor living space and finish our basement (work is published on thier website). They were professional and great to work with. Very responiosve and fair. High quality team members and very helpful. We will continue to engage Ventures for other projects. **★★ — HU-988668131, March 2022** > tl:dr - Venture's craftspeople generally do good work, but their construction / business team will nickel and dime you to replace stuff that THEY damage while they work, so be prepared to fund an additional 10-15% of your quoted cost. > > We had ventures do our patio, yard and landscaping in 2017 and the end results were great; however, after some staff turnover over the ensuing 3 years, our second project to expand the patio and install a fire pit in the fall of 2021 went poorly. Despite enumerating the need to carefully handle underground electrical in advance of the project (that they installed in the first place), their equipment damaged this during construction, and rather than fixing their own mistake, they forced us to pay outside electricians to fix damage that clearly they had inflicted. Further, they destroyed our entire backyard lawn with construction equipment when they could not fit the required machinery through our front gate. While they put down hay/seed to cover most of the damaged areas in November, and their relationship manager committed to having someone come out in the spring the ensure there was good coverage for re-growing the lawn, they re-negged on this commitment and offered to quote us for lawn repair. > > We won't use these guys again, but if you do, be forewarned that their definition of "reasonable care in the exercise of their tasks" is essentially that they will exercise limited / no care in the ordinary course, are not liable for any damage they do, but in a smarmy, two-faced fashion, are happy to provide you with a quote to pay them more to fix damage that they caused in the first place. **Comment from Ventures Design:** > We’re sorry to hear that you are unhappy with your experience with Ventures. It is our goal to provide an exceptional design and build experience to all our clients. > > As you know, we hand dug around the unmarked electrical lines when expanding your patio and took every precaution to ensure it would not be damaged. When you experienced electrical issues we coordinated the electrician for you at no cost. They came to diagnose the problem and were unable to find any issues during the diagnostic so they determined the line would need to be dug up and replaced. Once they dug up the line and examined it, they found that it did NOT have any damage or nicking to the exterior casing. While they were unable to give you a definitive reason for the power issues, they did ensure that it was not caused by negligence on our end. While we can understand how frustrating it is when issues like this arise, we cannot incur the cost for your electrical work. Additionally you had the electrical company add new lines and outlets to the patio expansion while they were working. The billing for this work is between you and the electrical company. We did however redo all the pavers that the electrical company had to remove to rerun the new electrical lines, at no cost to you. This was done in good faith because we value you as a customer but was not required in our contract and would not typically be done for free. Your bill with Ventures was closed at the exact same price it started at. There was not a 10-15% increase as stated in your review besides items you elected to add to the scope of the project like additional low voltage lights. > > There was no damage done to your lawn in the replacement of the electrical line as no large equipment was needed for these repairs. The damage to your grass was caused in the expansion of your patio. When performing this type of work which requires heavy machinery, there is always damage to grass. It is an inevitable side effect of bringing a skid steer onto a property and is outlined in our contract. The restoration of the lawn after a project is always the responsibility of the client, as you know because we have a signed and paid change order for the restoration work done after your 2017 build. Last fall, when the work was completed, sod farms had already closed for the season. Again, as a good faith gesture, we seeded and laid down straw erosion blankets on your lawn free of cost, a service that would typically be billed to you. Come spring you contacted us stating that the seed had not taken and we informed you that we could calculate a cost for additional seeding or sod but it would be a change order. We regret that our efforts are seen by you as “two-faced”. We believed that our communication (both in the written contract signed by you and verbal) was clear and informative and that we went beyond what was required of us to assist you with a frustrating situation. > > We hope you enjoy your beautiful patio. We appreciate your recognition of the high quality work our crews do. They are impeccable craftsmen and we are very proud of their work. **★★★★★ — Alex Hart, Dec. 2019** > These guys did a fantastic job on my remodel in the backyard. Between my new basement bar and my landscaping, I don't know which one I like more. **★★★★★ — Kimberly Meisel, Aug. 2019** > Ventures did a fantastic job giving my whole house a face lift by adding a patio, replacing my sidewalk and adding a lot of character. I love having people over to show it off. The team, from design to construction were amazing. Loved working with them. **★★★★★ — Kate Conti, March 2018** > From start to finish our experience with Ventures has been outstanding. We gathered information from them last year at the Novi home show. I was extremely impressed with their website and work so I reached out for a design quote. Jake came to our home for our first meeting and he made me feel very comfortable and confident with what would be in store for our backyard. With almost all of the team being younger I felt the need to support others my own age. I will say their projects look overwhelming and I thought a more simple walkway and patio was out of their realm but Jake was able to turn our imaginations into reality. He kept everything within our alotted budget and was completely honest with our design. It's easy to dream up ideas but when they are brought to fruition they may be a little too big and not fit the literal space. I completely entrusted both Jake and Alex, our project manager, with their professional opinions and seeked those out often. Communication was key and very easy with everyone. They kept us up-to-date all the time; even with the littlest bits of information but I couldn't have appreciated it more. The actual construction and completion of our patio could not have gone any smoother. Our finished product is exactly what we wanted and the quality of the work is fantastic. Ventures made the entire project so easy. I can't wait to use them again for our next project whatever that may be; a finished basement, maybe!? **★★★★★ — Exclusively Cabinets by Cabinetek, Dec. 2017** > These guys are the real deal, we've collaborated with them on a couple of basements that turned out spectacular. The craftsmanship of the wood and installation of the tile and stone is some of the best I've seen. **★★★★★ — Renee Falahee, July 2017** > I would highly recommend Ventures for any of your landscape needs. They did a fantastic job on our landscaping and retaining wall. They provide beautiful design and execution. They have excellent customer service and went the extra mile to make sure we were 100% satisfied. **★★★★★ — Chinmaya Shelgikar, June 2017** > Ventures did a phenomenal job on our landscaping project. They were excellent throughout the entire process from start to finish. The project took 7 months to complete as the entire property was re-landscaped. Their work crew were hard working and respectful, working from sun up to sun down including Saturdays! I would definitely recommend them for any landscaping needs. **Comment from Ventures Design:** > Chinu, > > We're so glad we were able to build you a beautiful, custom & unique outdoor space. It's been wonderful working closely with you throughout the years to make your vision of your dream home come to life. We hope you enjoy your project for many, many years! **★★★★★ — barre148, Nov. 2016** > As someone who takes reviews very seriously when selecting a contractor, I cannot express enough how pleased our family is with the work performed by the Ventures team. In the middle of our project, their team recommended a design change that not only improved the aesthetic, but also the functionality of our patio/fireplace/walkway. What I appreciate most about the change is that is was done as an honest assessment of the overall project and not just as an opportunity to add additional costs. In fact, they were extremely accommodating in getting the project completed on-time and on-budget, especially given the timeline we were targeting. We are extremely pleased to have had the opportunity to work with the Ventures team, and we look forward to working with them again in the future. ## Selected projects - [Pomino](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/pomino-pj-vj~6889256) - Location: Northville, MI - Photos: 8 - Description: The tone of this project is simple yet striking. Wrought iron inspired fencing, superbly pruned hedges, and stately diamond laid pavers elevate the space. The alluring 20’ x 45’ pool features a spillover spa and 6 fountains making it as enjoyable to look at as it is to swim in. Exiting the home you step under an expansive covered pergola with outdoor dining area and a large sectional for lounging. The Double row of boxwood hedges with pyramidal ends are reminiscent of French gardens, bordering w… - [Sadie Shore](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/sadie-shore-pj-vj~7361963) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 21 - Description: Discover the timeless allure of Sadie Shore, a captivating outdoor living space designed by Ventures for year-round enjoyment. Nestled on a picturesque lakeside property, this project combines natural beauty with architectural sophistication. Lakeside Symphony: Watch as laminar jets gracefully arch along the shoreline, powered by a lake pump, adding a touch of tranquility to Sadie Shore's scenic surroundings. Two-Story Retreat: To the left of the house, a spacious balcony extends from the second… - [Trailwood](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/trailwood-pj-vj~7000730) - Location: South Lyon, MI - Photos: 20 - [Below Buchanan](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/below-buchanan-pj-vj~7188349) - Location: Canton, MI - Photos: 9 - Description: Below Buchanan is a basement renovation that feels as light and welcoming as one of our outdoor living spaces. The project is full of unique details, custom woodworking, built-in storage, and gorgeous fixtures. Custom carpentry is everywhere, from the built-in storage cabinets and molding to the private booth, the bar cabinetry, and the fireplace lounge. Creating this bright, airy atmosphere was no small challenge, considering the lack of natural light and spatial restrictions. A color pallet of… - [Buchanan](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/buchanan-pj-vj~6889168) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 15 - Description: This dazzling custom pavilion quite literally sparkles with its combination of string lighting, bell pendants, step lighting, and painted tongue and groove ceiling with recessed lighting. Not to mention the glow from the gas fireplace with cut glass beads! The gabled pavilion with wrapped collar ties, covers an outdoor kitchen and bar as well as a lounge area with outdoor sectional, all weather TV and surround sound speakers. If the gas fireplace isn’t enough to keep you cozy, there are multiple… - [Hidden Cove](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/hidden-cove-pj-vj~7298233) - Location: Brighton, MI - Photos: 17 - Description: Nestled on a wooded hillside, overlooking Michigan’s natural wetlands, our Hidden Cove project is a harmonious blend of luxury and natural beauty. Hidden Cove is a testament to the versatility of our designs. Paying homage to the home's architectural style, this project has a majestic aura and old-world charm, steeped with modern luxury. As you step into this enchanting space, your gaze is immediately drawn to its centerpiece—an Infinity Edge Pool. Offering a mesmerizing view of the rolling hill… - [Underground](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/underground-pj-vj~6890147) - Location: Detroit, MI - Photos: 15 - Description: The finished basement is absolutely stunning. No detail was overlooked. Stone veneer accent walls appear throughout the space. The kitchen features gorgeous black GE cafe appliances with rose gold hardware and a stunning piece of granite used for the counter and stone slab backsplash. Brick flooring and brick ceiling details in the wine caller, kitchen and hallway bring an old world charm that feels incredibly luxurious and authentic, making it hard to imagine this basement was ever finished in… - [Nepavine](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/nepavine-pj-vj~7000925) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 18 - [Lakeview](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lakeview-pj-vj~7000806) - Location: Detroit, MI - Photos: 16 - [Ridgewood](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/ridgewood-pj-vj~7000998) - Location: Saline, MI - Photos: 22 - [Amityville](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/amityville-pj-vj~6889922) - Location: Plymouth, MI - Photos: 26 - Description: Great things can be done with small spaces. Venture’s innovative design team transformed this modest 3000 square foot yard into a poolside paradise. The beautiful aqua blue pool and spa are the centerpiece of this project but don’t overlook the smaller details. White King style wood fencing was installed around the perimeter of the property providing privacy and the illusion of a larger space. Clusters of emerald green arborvitae soften the far end of the pool beside a dining area and adirondack… - [Skusa](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/skusa-pj-vj~6889141) - Location: Ann Arbor, MI - Photos: 8 - Description: A multi level patio with swim spa and covered pavilion make this lakeside property the perfect space to entertain year round. Exiting the sunroom, you step onto a beautiful TimberTech Azek deck surrounding a Michael Phelps swim spa, the perfect choice for this lakeside home; low maintenance, insulated and heated, it can be enjoyed year round. Surrounding the deck is a multi-level patio with a craftsman style pavilion covering the outdoor kitchen, dining and lounge area. Ventures matched the exis… - [Kingston](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/kingston-pj-vj~6890183) - Location: Detroit, MI - Photos: 31 - Description: This project began with a blank slate and a big dream: to transform a private island with a modest octagonal house into a dream vacation destination. The final product is elevated and modern with fun hints of a nautical theme. The multiple lounge areas, outdoor dining room, stunning fireplace and full bar with swing seating are just the beginning. The project also boasts a private sand beach, volleyball court and hot tub. The expansive pergola begins with a fully covered portion over the outdoor… - [Jackson](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/jackson-pj-vj~6889112) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 10 - Description: Standing on the upper balcony, looking over the cable railing, one can either look out at the beautiful lake, or down at the equally grand terrace below. An intricate blend of herringbone and modular patterns are mixed throughout the patio with border accents in Techo Blocs Borealis and striking Oakville limestone slab steps. The balcony level features a dining and lounge area for enjoying the view. Below is a covered patio with a wrap around black leathered granite bar and outdoor kitchen. The… - [Wing Lake](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/wing-lake-pj-vj~4146528) - Location: Bloomfield Township, MI - Photos: 14 - Description: This raised masonry patio is the perfect balance of bold and classic. The striking black and white checkerboard pattern is reminiscent of the jazz era. With roaring fires and a two tier black granite bar, the space is literally made for entertaining. As you enter through a wrought iron inspired garden gate, you’re met with the dynamic view of a checkerboard patio and elongated gas fire pit with L-Shaped seating wall constructed from brick and Techo Bloc Raffinato. The patio transitions to a subt… - [Morgan](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/morgan-pj-vj~6890083) - Location: Farmington Hills, MI - Photos: 18 - Description: This stunning project features a gorgeous 42’ x 18’ pool and 8’ x 8’ spa surrounded by a patio with ample space for basking in the sun or enjoying the poolside bar. The home owners chose a classic running bond pattern for their patio with beautiful limestone coping around the pool and an azure pebble tile to accentuate the waterfall features. Towering emerald green arborvitae surround the property, providing privacy, year round beauty and an easy to maintain landscape. To soften the edges, our l… - [West Crooked Lake](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/west-crooked-lake-pj-vj~6890046) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 21 - Description: This Beautiful house sits atop a steeply sloping property on the shores of West Crooked Lake. The design team at Ventures worked hand in hand with their engineers to create this stunning, multi-terraced patio. Because of the challenging grade, spread footings were placed on 40 foot helical piers and poured concrete walls were used for structural support. The house now sits atop the chicest terrace on the lake. From head to toe, no detail was overlooked. The space begins with an expansive balcony… - [Renders](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/renders-pj-vj~1686627) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 86 - Description: Before breaking ground on a large-scale project, Ventures offers every client the opportunity to see a 3D rendering of their new outdoor living space. Based on our architectural designs, the renderings are accurate right down to the selections of materials, patterns and colors. Unsure if you want to go with brick or stone? black or white? A herringbone or modular pattern? Our team can render your design with multiple finishes to take the guess work out of your decisions. - [Mt. Vernon](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mt-vernon-pj-vj~5547696) - Location: Bloomfield Hills, MI - Photos: 13 - [Bridle Run](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/bridle-run-pj-vj~2682695) - Location: Northville, MI - Photos: 12 [See all 43 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build-firms/ventures-design-pfvwus-pf~688819647) ## Ideabooks - [Inspiration](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/111316089/list/inspiration) — 5 ideas [See all 1 ideabook](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/venturesdesign) ## Community Q&A **Q: Love the outdoor shower - where is the entrance?** *(in Photo Questions)* Where is the entrance to the outdoor shower? A: So glad you like it. This wooden partition with the towels hanging is actually disguising their air conditioner. The outdoor shower is on the other side of the chimney! You can see it clearly in some of the other images. --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-03.*