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Custom Concrete Fireplace Surround with 6" High Hearth. 3 Sided Hearth is 12" wide. Michael Buck - M Buck Studios
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Our clients already had a cottage on Torch Lake that they loved to visit. It was a 1960s ranch that worked just fine for their needs. However, the lower level walkout became entirely unusable due to water issues. After purchasing the lot next door, they hired us to design a new cottage. Our first task was to situate the home in the center of the two parcels to maximize the view of the lake while also accommodating a yard area. Our second task was to take particular care to divert any future water issues. We took necessary precautions with design specifications to water proof properly, establish foundation and landscape drain tiles / stones, set the proper elevation of the home per ground water height and direct the water flow around the home from natural grade / drive. Our final task was to make appealing, comfortable, living spaces with future planning at the forefront. An example of this planning is placing a master suite on both the main level and the upper level. The ultimate goal of this home is for it to one day be at least a 3/4 of the year home and designed to be a multi-generational heirloom. - Jacqueline Southby Photography

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This well-loved East Grand Rapids home needed a kitchen that met the needs of the family, a back entry with more function and storage, and a lower level with a proper guest suite. Because it's an older home, Ridgewood Home Construction worked carefully to update everything to code while preserving its character. Every detail was considered down to the hardware placement. The kitchen was reimagined with Great Northern Arlington cabinets in Crushed Ice, Misterio quartz countertops, and a striking Persian Deco mural tile set into a wall of Sanibel White Sand tile. Just off the kitchen, a custom mudroom with built-in shelving, a bench, and a hook rail was installed, creating a functional entry point. Downstairs, new shelving around the fireplace and a fresh mantel make the lower level flow with the character of the rest of the home.

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This well-loved East Grand Rapids home needed a kitchen that met the needs of the family, a back entry with more function and storage, and a lower level with a proper guest suite. Because it's an older home, Ridgewood Home Construction worked carefully to update everything to code while preserving its character. Every detail was considered down to the hardware placement. The kitchen was reimagined with Great Northern Arlington cabinets in Crushed Ice, Misterio quartz countertops, and a striking Persian Deco mural tile set into a wall of Sanibel White Sand tile. Just off the kitchen, a custom mudroom with built-in shelving, a bench, and a hook rail was installed, creating a functional entry point. Downstairs, new shelving around the fireplace and a fresh mantel make the lower level flow with the character of the rest of the home.

This well-loved East Grand Rapids home needed a kitchen that met the needs of the family, a back entry with more function and storage, and a lower level with a proper guest suite. Because it's an older home, Ridgewood Home Construction worked carefully to update everything to code while preserving its character. Every detail was considered down to the hardware placement. The kitchen was reimagined with Great Northern Arlington cabinets in Crushed Ice, Misterio quartz countertops, and a striking Persian Deco mural tile set into a wall of Sanibel White Sand tile. Just off the kitchen, a custom mudroom with built-in shelving, a bench, and a hook rail was installed, creating a functional entry point. Downstairs, new shelving around the fireplace and a fresh mantel make the lower level flow with the character of the rest of the home.

This well-loved East Grand Rapids home needed a kitchen that met the needs of the family, a back entry with more function and storage, and a lower level with a proper guest suite. Because it's an older home, Ridgewood Home Construction worked carefully to update everything to code while preserving its character. Every detail was considered down to the hardware placement. The kitchen was reimagined with Great Northern Arlington cabinets in Crushed Ice, Misterio quartz countertops, and a striking Persian Deco mural tile set into a wall of Sanibel White Sand tile. Just off the kitchen, a custom mudroom with built-in shelving, a bench, and a hook rail was installed, creating a functional entry point. Downstairs, new shelving around the fireplace and a fresh mantel make the lower level flow with the character of the rest of the home.

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This well-loved East Grand Rapids home needed a kitchen that met the needs of the family, a back entry with more function and storage, and a lower level with a proper guest suite. Because it's an older home, Ridgewood Home Construction worked carefully to update everything to code while preserving its character. Every detail was considered down to the hardware placement. The kitchen was reimagined with Great Northern Arlington cabinets in Crushed Ice, Misterio quartz countertops, and a striking Persian Deco mural tile set into a wall of Sanibel White Sand tile. Just off the kitchen, a custom mudroom with built-in shelving, a bench, and a hook rail was installed, creating a functional entry point. Downstairs, new shelving around the fireplace and a fresh mantel make the lower level flow with the character of the rest of the home.