Coventry blends traditional and farmhouse design styles to create a warm and inviting home. The open kitchen and dining space has a butler's pantry and butcher block prep counter. This area also offers access to a three-season porch, perfect for enjoying the outdoors in comfort.

The best way to describe Holloway is “mid-century modern meets contemporary farmhouse.” For this home, Visbeen Architects utilized a midcentury architectural staple: the tri-level layout.

This two-story, modern farmhouse is located on a narrow corner infill lot in historic downtown Holland, Michigan. The property is hemmed in by the street on one side, with a shared alley at the rear. This positioning drove the design of the two main exterior facades. The challenge was creating a charming cottage-style aesthetic with a beautiful front porch and a coherent roofline on such a narrow structure.

This cozy lake cottage skillfully incorporates a number of features that would normally be restricted to a larger home design. A glance at the exterior reveals a simple story-and-a-half gable running the length of the home, enveloping the majority of the interior spaces. To the rear, a pair of gables with copper roofing flanks a covered dining area that connects to a screened porch. Inside, a linear foyer reveals a generous staircase with a cascading landing.

Honeycroft is a beautiful example of multi-purpose design. The house is intentionally sited into the landscape, with nods to Prairie-style architecture. 14-foot ceilings and clerestory windows flood the interior with natural light. A gourmet kitchen was designed to accommodate gatherings, along with a butler’s pantry and a secondary working kitchen. Phantom Screens on the porch, plus an additional door wall, make it possible to expand the living room by 16 feet or shrink it for a smaller group. Clever solutions make the home flexible for both parties and the clients’ everyday living.

Perched on the shore of Lake Michigan, Kearney Hill replaced an existing cottage close to the homeowners’ hearts. The focal point is a massive, four-sided, wood-burning fireplace reminiscent of the original cottage hearth. Positioned at the center of the living space, it provides a beautiful foundation for the layout while allowing for unimpeded lake views.

This Grand Rapids, MI home pushes the creative envelope by using glass, horizontal rooflines, and an open, communal interior. The central front entry and great room expand into all-glass back wall and outdoor living spaces. Positioned front and center, a windowed 14-foot-wide stair tower floods light onto three levels of the home. The design is well-organized, embracing clean lines and clutter-free interiors. Many contemporary moments are incorporated into the traditional styling.

Whittaker is a transitional home that blends contemporary style with traditional elements. The home's design takes full advantage of its natural setting, with expansive glass walls offering picturesque views of the surrounding landscape. Inside, Whittaker maintains an uncluttered and minimalist aesthetic, allowing the architecture and carefully selected materials to take center stage.

This large estate house was carefully crafted to compliment the rolling hillsides of the Midwest. Horizontal board & batten facades are sheltered by long runs of hipped roofs, centrally divided by the home’s singular gabled wall. At the foyer, this gable takes the form of a classic three-part archway. Knightswood features a double-sided fireplace, two garages, screened porch with stone fireplace, and ample entertainment space.

Situated at the crest of a gently rolling site, this bungalow proudly presents itself in its Michigan neighborhood. Newport exudes a warm and inviting character. The front entrance from the vast porch leads into a foyer with a large living space beyond. The kitchen and dining are adjacent to the living area on one side and the primary suite on the other. Together, they all flank three sides of the screened porch, which steps out into the landscape via a large, terraced patio.

The Bainbridge is a standout home design that blends elements from contemporary and transitional styles to create a stunningly unique hybrid with a focus on elegance, ingenuity, and family-friendliness. Ample built-in storage and designated home office spaces maximize the home's functionality. A screened porch and golf simulator provide perfect spaces for entertaining. A unique “packing room” accessible with a keypad serves as a special location for secure deliveries.

Yorkdale’s homeowners desired elegance and a welcoming space functional for hosting. The contemporary-inspired design has classic undertones featuring incredible details, from the curved wooden ceiling in the living room to the bold stair tower, fireplaces, bi-level kitchen island, and stunning outdoor living spaces. Throughout the plan, Visbeen Architects added clever solutions for entertaining. Built-in bars are found in the main foyer, the kitchen, and the lower-level theater.