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Large elegant medium tone wood floor dining room photo in Grand Rapids with white walls and no fireplace

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Kitchen/dining room combo - contemporary kitchen/dining room combo idea in Grand Rapids with gray walls

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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Example of a classic exterior home design in Grand Rapids

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Traditional exterior home idea in Grand Rapids

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Contemporary exterior home idea in Grand Rapids

Transitional white tile and subway tile white floor and double-sink alcove shower photo in Grand Rapids with shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, gray walls, an undermount sink, a hinged shower door and white countertops

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Entryway - large transitional concrete floor and gray floor entryway idea in Grand Rapids with white walls and a black front door

Example of a classic u-shaped dark wood floor kitchen design in Grand Rapids with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, an island, a farmhouse sink, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash and black appliances

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Deck - traditional deck idea in Grand Rapids

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Traditional exterior home idea in Grand Rapids

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Example of a classic staircase design in Grand Rapids

Builder: Scott Christopher Homes Interior Designer: Francesca Owings Landscaping: Rooks Landscaping
Example of a transitional bedroom design in Grand Rapids with beige walls

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Elegant entryway photo in Grand Rapids

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This is an example of a traditional landscaping in Grand Rapids.

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Deck - traditional deck idea in Grand Rapids

Builder: Scott Christopher Homes Interior Designer: Francesca Owings Landscaping: Rooks Landscaping
Living room - transitional living room idea in Grand Rapids with a standard fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

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Example of a classic dining room design in Grand Rapids

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Living room - contemporary living room idea in Grand Rapids