A Holland firm gives custom home building a whole new meaning. For Mike Schaap Builders Inc., the devil—and difference—is in the details. Since 1986, the Holland-based company established by Mike Schaap has specialized in crafting one-of-a-kind custom homes tailored to individual clients’ needs right down to when they take their morning coffee. “Nothing is ever too custom; each design is unique and…
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Through the work of art
A Michigan-based architectural firm’s design process is proving ‘a picture is worth a thousand words.’ The West Michigan-based Visbeen Architects Inc. has more than two decades of experience with retail, commercial, and residential projects; and it is a firm known for its rather unique method for bringing a client’s dream to reality. Its founder and president, Wayne Visbeen, is not…
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Technical creativity
In a design rich environment, Mathison | Mathison Architects is continuing the architectural heritage of modernism in Michigan. The Grand Rapids-based, full-service firm specializes in bringing the modern aesthetic into educational, high-end residential, commercial, and civic design. Great Lakes By Design spoke with founding Principals Thomas R. Mathison, FAIA, and Evan Mathison to learn more about their firm and their…
