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ANNIVERSARY ISSUE 1988 – 2018 EARLY WINTER 2018 $3.00 12

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a NEW VIEW publication

The 2018 COSMOPOLITAN Home of the Year Award

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Grand Rapids Cosmopolitan Home EARLY WINTER 2018

departments 8 MONEY MATTERS Maintaining the Momentum Will the current market and economy continue strong?

10 CUISINE Sharing the Yum A menu for easy entertaining 69 THE LIST The professional, licensed and insured resource for the home

features 13 The Tradition that is The Cosmopolitan Home of the Year The pinnacle of the industry and how it began 14 Glass House “Home of the Year” that takes the best of mid-century design into the best of today 32 Harnessing the Power of the Sun An active solar home, this “Home of the Year” takes sustainability to a new level 49 Dedi-CAKE-tion Growing a successful business for four years, this 16-year-old is baking up a bright future 53 Flashback Fave: A Home for the Millennium A look back at the 2000 “Home of the Year” — a contemporary gem ahead of its time

PICTURED HERE: Walls of glass frame mid-century perfection in “Glass House.”

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CONSIDERATIONS FOR YOUR FINANCIAL FUTURE

Can the Market and the Economy Maintain the Momentum?

Considering the past, present and future The current bull market, which is nine years in the making, ranks as the longest of all time This persistent upward trend has eclipsed the market climb that spanned most of the 1990s.

And, stocks are showing few signs of letting up. Synchronously, the economy has maintained a steady if unspectacular rate of growth. Patient investors have likely been rewarded, but the big question many have now is how long can this growth continue?

CURRENT MARKET ENVIRONMENT The primary fundamental factors that tend to drive the direction of the stock market look favorable. The economy continues on a positive growth track, inflation levels remain modest by historical standards, and corporate profits have been consistently growing. The stage appears set for these trends to endure in the near term.

Yet if history is any indicator, the good times will eventually come to an end. While many speculate about the timing of a market downturn, the reality is that it is very difficult to know in advance when such an event may occur. This is because bull markets don’t die of old age. Sudden turns in the markets and economy are often dictated by unpredictable external events. For example, if current trade tensions escalate dramatically, inflation rises at a more rapid rate or a major military conflict begins to emerge overseas, markets might react negatively.

POSITIONING YOUR PORTFOLIO TODAY Amid this economic backdrop, should you make changes to your portfolio? There is no set answer that applies to every investor. If you are feeling good about the upward trend of stocks, don’t become complacent about your investments. On the other

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hand, if you are cautious or feeling jittery about what’s on the horizon, know there are steps you can take to feel more confident.

No matter your mindset, now is a good time to review your portfolio. Ask yourself the following questions as a starting point: Is your portfolio properly diversified to reflect the risk level you are willing to accept?

Are you comfortable that your investment mix is appropriate given the time you have to achieve your key financial goals?

Remember not to be overly influenced by the headlines or dayto-day market changes. A better approach is to take the daily news in stride, keeping your long-term goals in the forefront as you look for persistent trends in the market. If you want help crafting a financial plan for your goals, determining your risk tolerance or assessing market patterns, consider consulting a financial advisor in your area. b

Lisa Cargill, ChFC®, CLU®,CRPC®, CDFA™ is a Financial Advisor with Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. She specializes in fee-based financial planning and asset management strategies. Ameriprise Financial and its representatives do not provide tax or legal advice. Consult your tax advisor or attorney regarding specific tax issues.

Brokerage, investment and financial advisory services are made available through Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. Member FINRA and SIPC. Some products and services may not be available in all jurisdictions or to all clients. © 2017 Ameriprise Financial, Inc. All rights reserved.

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THE TASTE OF HOME

Sharing the Yum A menu for easy entertaining One of the best-kept chef secrets to hosting the most memorable at-home parties is keeping the food simple and adding small details to make it special. After all, a host who isn’t hard at work in the kitchen is a host who can spend more time with guests.

One way to make every minute in the kitchen count and provide crowd-pleasing food is by using wholesome, quality core ingredients like olive oil, fresh bread, cheese and artisan chocolate to create flavorful dishes that are easy to prepare, and leave you with more time to enjoy what matters most: moments with the ones you love.

When it comes to cooking, focus on the essentials and the highlights of each dish. Building recipes around quality ingredients, such as Bertolli Extra Virgin Olive Oil, makes it easy to create show-stopping dishes time and time again. Planning ahead is key to entertaining, but when it comes to cooking, make things quick and easy with a little help from powerhouse ingredients that lend themselves well to a variety of flavors and preparations.

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In keeping things simple, use olive oil to add a little extra zest and create dishes that pop off the plate, like this recipe for Beet Hummus. Or if you’re looking for something comforting and wholesome, indulge in this creamy Tomato Soup with Olive Oil Croutons. For a larger event, try Mushroom Carpaccio and Creamed Spinach Au Gratin, which can leave a lasting impression on your guests. To top it all off, go for this Bitter Chocolate and Pistachio Cream Dessert for a perfect way to end a meal.

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TOMATO SOUP WITH HOMEMADE CROUTONS Prep time: 10 minutes 4 tomatoes 3 grilled red bell peppers in oil 1 shallot 1/2 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil, plus additional for brushing on bread 3 tablespoons sherry vinegar 1 clove garlic 10 basil leaves salt, to taste pepper, to taste 4 slices crusty bread

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Cut small cross in bottom of tomatoes and submerge in boiling water 30 seconds. Let tomatoes cool in ice water 30 seconds then remove skins.

In blender, blend tomatoes, red bell peppers, shallot, extra-virgin olive oil, vinegar, garlic, basil, salt and pepper, to taste, until mixture is smooth. Add mixture to large pot and heat, stirring frequently.

Cut bread slices, brush with olive oil and grill 2 minutes per side over medium-high heat until visible grill marks have formed.

HEALTHY BEET HUMMUS Prep time: 15 minutes 3 beets salt, to taste Extra Virgin Olive Oil 2 cups canned chickpeas 2 tablespoons sesame seed paste or tahini Heat oven to 375 F.

To make Mushroom Carpaccio: Heat oven to 400 F. Clean mushrooms and cut into thin slivers.

Season with olive oil and salt. Set aside.

Peel beets and boil until soft; season with salt and olive oil.

Puree beets with chickpeas and sesame seed paste until a uniform paste forms. Transfer to oven-safe serving dish. Bake 10 minutes and serve.

To make Creamed Spinach: Boil spinach 2 minutes, strain and place it into saucepan, over cream. Cook 5 minutes.

In blender, puree mixture and pour over Mushroom Carpaccio.

Grate Parmesan cheese over entire dish; bake 5 minutes.

BITTER CHOCOLATE AND PISTACHIO CREAM DESSERT Prep time: 15 minutes 1/2 cup, plus 1 tablespoon, sweetened condensed milk 1/2 cup brown sugar 1 1/2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil, additional olive oil for pistachio cream 4 ounces dark chocolate 1 1/4 cups shelled pistachios In saucepan, combine condensed milk and sugar; cook over low heat, stirring until mixture takes on toasted color. Add olive oil and dark chocolate; continue to stir until fully combined.

Line 9-by-5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper and spread mixture into pan. Refrigerate until fully set.

To make pistachio cream: Blend pistachios and olive oil until smooth paste forms.

Remove dessert from pan and cut into slices. Serve with pistachio cream on top.

MUSHROOM CARPACCIO AND CREAMED SPINACH AU GRATIN Prep time: 15 minutes Mushroom Carpaccio: 2 1/4 cups cremini mushrooms Bertolli Extra Virgin Olive Oil salt, to taste Creamed Spinach: 2 1/4 cups spinach 1/2 cup heavy cream salt pepper Parmesan cheese

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The COSMOPOLITAN

Home of the Year An Archive of Excellence THE YEAR WAS 1988 and New View Publications proudly released its premier edition of New View magazine.

Strikingly artistic and perhaps a little before its time (there was no Van Andel Arena, no Medical Mile), its exemplary artistic images and insight on West Michigan had all the flavor of a big city scene. The publication was off and running and its momentum began to reveal the Furniture City’s need for a home magazine. Soon, New View was transformed into Cosmopolitan Home. The beautiful photography captured the talent of West Michigan's best — builders, architects and interior designers, not to mention the countless suppliers and trades people who have helped grow Grand Rapids into one of the most exciting cities in the country. Cosmopolitan Home magazine is proud to continue to showcase the best talent in the area as we go forward in featuring the most beautiful homes and spaces we find.

The pinnacle of it all is the annual “Cosmopolitan Home of the Year” award. As 2018 comes to a close, we were awed by two outstanding homes that hit the mark as “Home of the Year” but in very different, yet, relevant ways. First, an elaborate mid-century modern renovation that took our breath away — an exceptional stunner. And, also, for the first time in the award’s history, an active solar home has claimed the title — a must read as we look to the future of the industry. So, turn the page, take it in. The talent, the intellect and the beautiful results are all there. Congratulations to this year’s winners.

1988: The first edition of New View magazine

1991: The first “Cosmopolitan Home of the Year”

2018: Celebrating 30 Years of publishing West Michigan’s finest

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GLASS HOUSE

PEOPLE WHO LIVE IN GLASS HOUSES… are actually pretty fortunate as they are uniquely connected to the outdoors.

This is a home that doesn’t begin and end at the front door, but clearly offers smooth transitions between the inside and outside. Every room is connected to nature which enriches the design and fills the home with soul-satisfying natural light.

Everyone has heard the expression: “this home has good bones” which might be the most clichéd phrase in real estate. Fortunately for Grand Rapids, Rock Kauffman and investing partner Brad Welch, have made reincarnating homes with good bones their passion. As chance would have it, Kauffman lives in the first home Welch purchased and they met when Welch approached him to see if he’d sell it back to him.

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2018 COSMOPOLITAN HOME OF TH HOME OF THE YEAR TEXT BY LYNN BAKEMAN IMAGES BY BRIAN KELLY

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A neutral color palette and continuity of finishes: porcelain tile, Kallista 1960s-style plumbing fixtures from Richards and quartz countertops from Great Lakes Granite Works were used in all the main spaces and anchor each other.

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Several years ago, Kauffman created a unique hobby for himself; an offshoot of Rock Kauffman Design called REINVENT. Kauffman and Welch keep a sharp eye out for architectural gems that may need to be unearthed. Thus far, they have transformed five homes where Kauffman maintains creative control orchestrating a makeover that honors the original home, then attracts a new homeowner.

Typically, a home with good bones is simply in need of minor renovations and cosmetic updates to bring it back to its glory. Despite a showcase location fronting Reed’s Lake and situated on a point of land to maximize the sun’s path, this particular home suffered in large part due to construction unsuitable for the Michigan climate.

It was a nightmare of poor insulation including single-pane windows that whistled “Dixie” in a light breeze. Although the roof was a structurally sound deck of 2.5-inch thick by 5.5-inch wide tongue and groove boards, it was covered with only a sliver of insulation and topped by gravel.

Once the REINVENT team purchased the home, Jeff Visser, owner of J. Visser Design, was tasked with the architectural details of what he calls a Mid-Century Revival. Mid-Century Modern is an architectural design that came into its own by the mid-1950s and is now recognized by scholars worldwide as a significant design movement. This home’s core architectural features created a great infrastructure for inspiring Kauffman’s vision. Since collaboration is where

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Hosting events is necessitated with two kitchens with cabinetry from Tru Kitchens. A side-entry opens to a working galley kitchen with a Wolf range, SubZero refrigerator, and stainless steel counters. A Gaggenau steam oven and another Wolf range with French top serves the main kitchen space. All appliances are from Bekins.

To maximize space in the adjoining family room, Visser designed a 9-inch deep stainless steel frame that encompasses both the TV and fireplace in a bronze-finish metal crafted by Carlson Design.

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Authentic modern furniture pieces were selected from Knoll, Eames, The Home Studio and Design Within Reach including the lounge chairs and dining room table. The fixture above the dining room is actually an 8-section mobile with adjustable arms.

some of the best ideas originate, master-craftsmen Mark VerMerris of MVM Builders was part of the process from the beginning.

After VerMerris gutted the structure leaving the front stone wall and essentially a roof with support poles, the interior became a blank slate to create the best possible layout. VerMerris removed the original slab foundation and dug over three feet down to make a crawlspace to accommodate a radiant floor system and other home mechanicals since the home would lack duct work.

Visser was left with a puzzle to solve knowing he needed to enhance the home, not change its

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design. With the goal of creating a space that works for everyone from an empty-nester to a young family, Visser asked himself, “how can I make it look like I haven’t touched this place? I let the house tell me what it wanted to be and embraced the great architecture already in place.

“We took over the existing garage to create more bedrooms, then designed a new parking structure,” Visser explained. “This created an opportunity to design a courtyard entrance for privacy from the street.

“Substantial roof overhangs — as much as a 6feet deep — are unique to this architectural style. We extended the interior floor tile and

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“With all the natural light flooding in, any flaw would be apparent. It took a lot of advance prep work laying everything out ... to make things flow visually.�

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“Mid-Century marked a moment in design where spaces ceased to be just four walls to live within and design became more significant and architectural.”

ROOKS LANDSCAPING Design Installation Maintenance

radiant heat 6-feet outside to follow the roofline, and ran clear cedar tongue and groove boards from the soffit straight through the home’s interior accentuating the lines of the home.”

This concept of continuity continues once inside the foyer. VerMerris and his crew were challenged to ensure that throughout the home, all the walnut grain in the paneled walls, doors, and cabinets is painstakingly matched vertically. A discerning eye would notice that when the hallway door is closed, it fits seamlessly and appears to become part of the wall. To the uninitiated, this continuity becomes a subconscious feeling that this home is peaceful and restful.

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“Wood is wood; it’s a living thing and you can’t change how it looks,” explained VerMerris.

“With all the natural light flooding in, any flaw would be apparent. It took a lot of advance prep work laying everything out before the first board could go up to make things flow visually.

Plus, there’s no drywall on any ceiling, so the whole home is cedar tongue and groove.”

An exacting trim carpenter by trade, VerMerris learned all facets of the building process so he could offer clients his focused attention as a handson general contractor. Less businessman than craftsman, VerMerris still gets his hands dirty doing trim work and framing. He enjoys being on site and proactive in the process to foresee and resolve issues before they become problems.

“I’ve never built a Mid-Century Modern,” added VerMerris. “All long, sleek lines and a no-pitch roof. It was a fun challenge to bring Visser’s and Kauffman’s ideas and dreams to life and see how each space fit in the overall plan they envisioned.”

Kauffman commented, “Mark VerMerris can build the Empire State building! The Glass House needed to have the right guy and he’s just fantastic. His attention to detail, work ethic, absolute calmness and kindness through an intense project … he had to make sure it all stood in the end — and he did.”

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porcelain tile, Kallista 1960s-style plumbing fixtures, and quartz countertops were used in all the main spaces and anchor each other. “When a house has so many elements running inside and extending to the outside, the interior needs to become an oasis of calm and balance,” shares Kauffman. “Mid-Century marked a moment in design where spaces ceased to be just four walls to live within and design became more significant and architectural.”

The home’s original architect was from Chicago.

For this reinvention, Kauffman wanted almost every element to reflect the quality and caliber of local artisans available in West Michigan.

Authentic modern furniture pieces were selected from Knoll, Eames, and Design Within Reach including the lounge chairs, dining room table, and owner’s suite. The fixture above the dining room is actually an 8-section mobile with adjustable arms.

One of the home’s most striking elements in the midst of this island of calm is the floor-to-ceiling, porcelain, black matte fireplace tile.

Kauffman achieved a solid feeling with its limestone surround and added visually arresting texture with 3-dimensional hexagons arranged in an intriguing floral pattern.

Handwoven rugs and carpets made by the Scott Group Studio help define and warm all the living spaces. This Grand Rapids-based company has an international reputation and created rugs that grace the Oval Office.

Floor-to-ceiling, black matte, porcelain fireplace tile is a striking element within the surrounding calm design. Three-dimensional hexagons were arranged in an intriguing floral pattern allowing for visually-arresting texture.

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engineer/designer Joseph Jeup. From the Raise the Caliber initiative that works to get illegal guns off Detroit streets, Jeup and other creatives transform something once destructive into functional art. His Grand Circus pendant features hand-blown Grisaille glass, but if you look closely at the metal parts, they sport serial numbers from their previous life as guns or bullets.

Two kitchens serve this home as the owner is active in the community and often hosts fundraisers and events. A side-entry opens to a working galley kitchen with a Wolf range, SubZero refrigerator, and stainless steel counters. A Gaggenau steam oven and another Wolf range with French top serves the main kitchen. The high-gloss white lacquer on the hood is a cool touch that Kauffman repeats on the walnuttrimmed cabinets in the en-suite guest bathrooms and powder room. Even better, the cabinets are completely surrounded within a floating quartz frame.

Throughout the home, the walnut grain in the paneled walls, doors, and cabinets was painstakingly matched vertically.

The walnut-trimmed cabinets from Tru Kitchens in the ensuite guest bathrooms and powder room are completely surrounded within a floating quartz frame.

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The clear star of this home is its triple-insulated glass.

Weiland Liftslide doors glide open with a finger’s touch.

Since the flooring extends to the outside, these sliders are ideal in that they offer a zero-clearance, flush-track entry to the home. The extended flooring is also heated making the patio surfaces very accessible in any season.

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ed by Dan Carlson, a Grand Rapids-based artisan and owner of Carlson Design.

The clear star of this home is obviously its tripleinsulated glass which bears mentioning. Weiland Liftslide doors glide open with a finger’s touch.

Since the flooring extends into the outdoors, these sliders are also unique in that they offer a zero-clearance, flush-track entry to the home.

Since the flooring is also heated, it makes the patio surfaces very accessible in any season.

According to Kauffman’s website, “REINVENT transforms existing homes through a passion for breathing new life into old and forgotten homes that deserve a second chance.” The REINVENT team successfully captured the original character of the Glass House and brought it up to today’s standards. Decades later, this Mid-Century classic retains its original view of Reed’s Lake, but with much more insulation. n

RESOURCE INDEX VISIONARY REINVENT by Rock Kauffman BUILDER MVM Builders ARCHITECT J.Visser Design APPLIANCES Bekins CABINETRY Tru Kitchens COUNTERTOPS Great Lakes Granite Works FURNISHINGS The Home Studio GARAGE DOORS Overhead Door LANDSCAPING Rooks MASONRY Ophoff Masonry MOULDING & MILLWORK Phillip Elenbaas PLUMBING FIXTURES Richards STONE Belden Brick

After the original structure was gutted, all that was left was the front stone wall and a roof with support poles. The existing garage was utilized to create more bedrooms and a new parking structure was designed allowing for a courtyard entrance for privacy from the street. The beautiful stone is from Belden Brick and the meticulous landscaping was expertly installed by Rooks.

Although built on a slab, VerMerris’ excavator was able to drive into the home to dig a crawlspace out 3.5 feet down to house the HVAC mechanicals since there was no space to hide duct work inside.

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2018 COSMOPOLITAN HOME OF THE YEAR

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ermany is a global leader in solar power and with weather patterns similar to West Michigan, a properly constructed home can produce 80 percent of its solar energy needs even on an overcast day. The secret is knowing solar orientation and creating architecture that maximizes the power of the sun.

To Evan Mathison, principal and co-founder of Mathison|Mathison Architects (MMA), using sustainable design principles is the driver for the performance of any building and ultimately its form. “We always do sun angle studies on all of our projects and every architect or designer should do this, but many don’t,” Mathison explained. “I tell our clients that a significant chunk of the budget and often the most expensive part of the house is its windows. Where they’re placed, how big they are, and their orientation is one of the most critical decisions.”

Mathison became his own, most challenging client when he and his wife designed and built their own home. “It was exciting but we were always second-guessing ourselves,” he said. “I hadn’t attempted anything of this scale in the role of builder and interior designer and it was intimidating. I have a lot of respect for what they add to a project.

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But tomorrow may rain, so I’ll follow the sun.

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“During our architectural design process, our role is to serve as a mediator or stabilizing element between the couple’s ideas — the third leg of the stool. I was able to learn how a homeowner working with an architect for the first time would approach a project. When we found ourselves making decisions on how we wanted to live, I had to evaluate the question from an architectural standpoint or design perspective rather than as the client. The third leg of the stool became a virtual one.”

Conceptually, their ideas about the house were rooted in modernism, yet they didn’t want a radical glass box, but one that felt in context with its neighborhood. Looking at the blank slate: a rectangular, wooded property on a relatively flat oneacre plot; Mathison knew that as an active solar home, its south-facing orientation was critical.

Questions such as how the home would be approached from the street, what trees should be kept or removed, the roof height and overhangs were all considered in light of … well, the light.

Mathison explains, “If you picture a standard suburban house with a central corridor and living spaces off the front and back of the house, this home has been pulled apart and living spaces are now end-to-end instead of in front of each other.

“A big source of inspiration to us was the interplay of the vertical canopy of the mature, tall trees on the site with the strong horizontal lines of the house fanning out at a 45 degree angle to fully engage the wooded landscape.” This creates private, intimate family space on the inside of the building volumes oriented to the south and southwest.

The north-facing main entrance exposure of the home features only 20 percent of the windows.

Step inside the home, and you’re drenched in natural light from 500 square feet of glass and the beauty of its design becomes crystal clear.

Deep overhangs and trellises, as well as the form, shape, and angles of the roof were designed to provide shade when the sun is high in the summer sky. Then, when the sun is lower in the winter and the trees are bare, sunlight is guided deep into every corner of the home.

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“A big source of inspiration to us was the interplay of the vertical canopy of the mature, tall trees on the site with the strong horizontal lines of the house fanning out at a 45 degree angle to fully engage the wooded landscape.�

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A series of deep overhangs and trellises, and the form, shape, and angles of the roof are designed to provide shade when the sun is high in the summer, then when it’s low in the winter and the leaves are off the trees, the light is guided deep into every corner of the home. Because it is only 16-feet wide, there are no dark or internalized rooms. Every single circulation space is oriented along an outside wall — upstairs and downstairs hallways; mudroom to kitchen to living room — continually borrowing light into the living spaces. There’s so much glass and light that during the daytime, they seldom need any lights on.

Mathison|Mathison Architects always look at their projects through a sustainable lens and was doing so before sustainability was a thing. “Our approach is based on simple relationships to how we live with natural light and the landscape. We can use high-tech approaches like geothermal or solar panels, or low tech but you’ll always end up with a sustainable house. The path of the sun affects the way you live and we’re going to think about the placement of glass, walls, overhangs, and shape of the house.

The north-facing, main entrance exposure of the home features only 20 percent of the windows. As an active solar home, the south-facing orientation was critical.

Cedar siding from Eikenhout was used on exterior walls, patios, and planters to create a warmer, more intimate feel where people gather. And a western red cedar accent wall was used for high impact at the front entry.

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“We’ll make the form and shape of the roof actually perform: Making a deep overhang versus the 12inch standard — by simply using a different truss profile — can dramatically change the way people live and is a low-cost change,” Mathison said.

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Many clients come to the firm who haven’t worked with an architect before. They may bring floorplans which MMA uses as a reference point.

They work through a wish-list process, but from a functional use perspective; forcing them to think about what time of day they use each space and how they use it. Frequently, sustainable projects mean building less square footage as the firm is able to economize the floorplan to maximize its flexibility and utilization. Based on the family flow pattern, they’re able to create an ideal layout and prioritize costs.

For Deer Haven, they prioritized bullet-proof concrete floors with radiant heat in high traffic areas of the mud room, laundry, and kitchen for their young, active family. Wide-plank walnut floors flow through the rest of the house and Western red cedar accent walls are used for highimpact in the front entry, mud room, owner’s suite, and living room.

They minimized costs by using the same materials in different ways which emphasized the relationship of natural light, space, and forms rather than materials. All bathrooms feature the same porcelain tile in different sizes; black on floors, white on walls with grey or white quartz counters.

A knotty cedar wood ceiling cloud spans the entire spine of the main floor from the mud room entry to the living room at the far end.

Conceptually, having a natural ceiling above your head echoes the outdoor wood soffit and natural wooded setting beyond. There’s 60 randomly placed, 1-watt LED lights integrated flush into this ceiling. At night, it mimics a constellation of stars illuminating the entire circulation path throughout the first floor and is equivalent to using one 60-watt bulb.

The sustainable hero of this home’s design and performance is the European-made, tilt-turn, triplepane windows. This is the first home outside of All bathrooms feature porcelain tile in different sizes; black on floors, white on walls with grey or white quartz counters.

European-made, tilt-turn, triple-pane windows provide the ultimate in energy efficiency by virtually eliminating drafts.

Standing next to a wall of glass feels similar to standing next to a solid wall.

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The public spaces on the main level are organized so occupants will naturally follow the path of the sun throughout the course of the day. Clerestory windows on the north side oppose massive south-facing windows so every part of the home is in full natural light even in the dead of winter. Having a house that is well-lit throughout the year has proven to be mood lifting.

New England that used these and Mathison wanted to show his clients their energy efficiency in operation. More common American doublehung or casement windows have varying levels of quality among manufacturers, and typically suffer from a less effective air seal.

Triple-panes virtually eliminate drafts and standing next to a wall of glass or huge slider feels similar to standing next to a solid wall. Air seal is critical to this project because of the amount of glass used and these windows tilt from the top into the room or fully open to the inside like a door. The quality of the double-seal and the multi-point locking hardware is very high and Mathison is proud to achieve a passive house air sealing rating of .59 air changes per hour. An Energy Recovery Ventilator (ERV) runs almost continually through HEPA filters and keeps 90 percent of the heated or cooled conditioned air in the home.

As a combustion-free, allelectric home with no gas lines, the living room fireplace runs off a bioethanol reservoir that’s filled annually. A narrow 2 by 30-inch tile surrounds the hearth with a mantle of thin black steel for sleek elegance.

A cedar wood ceiling cloud spans the entire spine of the main floor and includes 60 randomly placed, 1-watt LED lights integrated flush into it. At night, it mimics a constellation of stars illuminating the entire circulation path throughout the first floor and is equivalent to using one 60-watt bulb.

In the kitchen, a 14-foot wide, two-piece, liftand-slide door fills the width of the kitchen. An 8-foot window was more important than upper cabinets, so an 8-foot long butler’s pantry was added with full cabinetry and serves as a prep Cosmopolitan Home Grand Rapids | 41

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and storage area for small appliances. Simple walnut veneer cabinetry coordinates with the beautiful 42-inch wide, 7-foot long walnut liveedge slab table from an Amish lumberyard in Indiana. An integrated teal blue bench gets the kids involved in food prep. Reflective glass subway tile runs from counter to ceiling and is easy to clean.

Concrete floors with radiant heat from Moberg Heating & Air were utilized in high traffic areas of the mud room, laundry, and kitchen for a young, active family.

The public spaces on the long, narrow main level are organized so occupants will naturally follow the path of the sun throughout the course of the day. Clerestory windows on the north side oppose massive south-facing windows so every part of the home is in full natural light even in the dead of winter. Having a house that is well-lit throughout the year has changed everyone’s mood and been transformative for his family.

Walnut veneer cabinetry from Woodways coordinates with the beautiful 7-foot long walnut live-edge slab table.

An integrated teal blue bench gets the kids involved in food prep.

Reflective glass subway tile runs from counter to ceiling and is easy to clean.

Running along the south facing wall of the home is an 18-foot long bench with storage drawers filled with puzzles and games. Full of natural light, this is essentially where the kids hang out reading or playing.

This is a combustion-free, all-electric home with no gas lines. The living room fireplace runs off a bioethanol reservoir that’s filled annually.

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Mathison wanted to avoid a wood-burning hearth that draws out conditioned air leaving other parts of the house to get cold. He used a narrow 2 by 30-inch tile surround with a mantle of thin black steel for sleek elegance.

The house and roof was pre-engineered using a high-performance system of insulated foam panels called Structural Insulated Panels (SIPS).

Hardie cement boards were alternately spaced to form an intriguing texture on the siding. Cedar siding was used on exterior walls, patios, and planters to create warmer, more intimate feel where people gather. The sun trellis not only creates an enclosed, intimate outdoor room with integrated bench seating, it provides 90 percent of the shading for the south-facing glass since the deep roof angle above can’t provide enough shade at the hottest time of the day and year.

Another example of conscientious sustainability is how the home system recycles to feed one another. Rather than dumping the heated waste water from the geothermal ground loop, it’s put in a tank that cycles it into the radiant floors in the concrete portion of the house.

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The 5kW solar array produces about half of the home’s total electric consumption and is part of a 10-year contract with Consumer’s Energy. One meter on the home measures buying energy, and a second meter sells energy back to the company.

At the end of the contract, Mathison plans to double the solar to a 10kW panel system and completely cut the home off the grid.

The end result of functioning as all three legs of the stool in building his home was that Mathison had a valuable crash-course in learning the construction landscape of West Michigan. He concludes, “I had to forge relationships and learn to rely on and appreciate the skill of specialty trade and subcontractors through the creation of the house. It was a great way to meet amazing collaborators many who continue to work on other projects in our firm.” n

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While most juniors in high school are off socializing, participating in school athletics and other extracurricular fun, I know one who is most likely in the kitchen, working toward her future and her dream. Meet Olivia Gargett, baker extraordinaire and proprietor of OG'S BAKERY, a thriving little business she's been growing since she was just 12 years old.

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Inspired by Food Network's show “Cake Boss” when she was just 10, Olivia wanted to make a cake as fabulous as what she was seeing on TV. With parents that always encourage, Olivia baked her first cake in a loaf pan with marshmallow decorations (the only things she had on hand) — the creativity was there from the start.

Soon her mom's friends started ordering cakes from the motivated young baker and with a sincere dedication to her craft and a fast but strong learning curve, her cakes were a hit. In no time she was baking everything from scratch, tackling all kinds of decorating techniques and even took on her first wedding when she was just 14.

Today Olivia is busier than ever with at least one large order coming in weekly. She's had to learn to schedule and prioritize her time and say no to friends and fun on a regular basis. She gave up playing on her school golf team this fall to dedicate time to her business.

“It's a lot, but it's worth it,” said Olivia. “I work almost every single day for at least four hours — it's my sport, my job and I wouldn't change a thing.”

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Word of mouth is great advertising and OG's for sure has that but, it's also the bakery's social media presence that has gained it popularity.

With friends and followers on both Facebook and Instagram, OG's Bakery has made a name for itself with some short, artistic videos catching a lot of the attention.

The one little loaf pan has now become shelves and bins filled with supplies, taking up a large portion of the family's basement. She's also expanded her business to teaching a few classes during the summer to aspiring young bakers. “I was nervous at first but once I started talking, it just became fun.”

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“ And while Olivia loves to decorate her baked goods which also includes cookies, cupcakes and her very popular cake pops (a delicious treat her maternal grandma taught her to make), it's the business itself that keeps her motivated.

I work almost every single day for at least four hours — it's my sport, my job and I wouldn't change a thing.”

“I'm really excited about the business side of it,” said Olivia. “Of course I love the creativity that goes into baking and decorating but I'm loving the business part of it even more right now — marketing and growing a company — that takes creativity too.”

It is this motivation that has her excited about her collegiate future. With a successful business already on her resume, she knows what her study focus will be and what degree she's going after.

“I can't imagine going to college and not knowing what I want to do — I've known since I was 12!”

Time is going by fast for the highschooler with many milestones happening in a short period of time — from getting her driver's license and buying her first car to taking college tours and AP classes. She's sentimental about her childhood, family and friends and wants to savor these last two years of high school.

And, so, where will Ms. Olivia Gargett be in 10 years? “Hopefully someplace where people want to be,” said Olivia. “Not a typical bakery but a place where people might see something or learn something — a place where people will want to come back. I'm not sure what exactly it will be yet … I want to find that one thing that's different.”

For more info on OG's bakery check out Instagram: ogs_bakery and Facebook: Og's Bakery.

Something tells me she will and I can't wait to be there. Carry on Olivia, the best is yet to come.

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We fabricate granite, quartz, and solid surface materials; we do kitchens, bathrooms, bars, outdoor grills and fire place surrounds. You can customize your counters to fit your needs with sinks, edge profiles and finishes. Our state-of-the-art fabrication equipment cuts and polishes your countertops with top notch quality. Every job is complete with the quality and satisfaction we would want in our own homes.

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A HOME FOR THE MILLENNIUM

by Marc Marsiglia

Words like classic and contemporary are frequently used together to describe a new home, but when a project evolves into a spectacular one-of-a-kind lakeshore masterpiece, the result can leave you speechless. That is the unanimous reaction to the recently completed residence that graces the Lake Michigan shoreline and captivated this year’s judges to earn the title as “Cosmopolitan’s Home of the Year.” This year’s winner was an amazing accomplishment in all areas of consideration: exterior design, site harmony, landscaping, interior design, and kitchen design. Several key West Michigan home design professionals are credited for combining their creative forces and producing original design techniques that fully utilize the incredible lake views, incorporating elongated angles in a technologically advanced environment. The result is the ultimate home for the new millennium and the Cosmopolitan Home of the Year 2000.

The building mastermind behind this distinctive lakefront wonder was Butch Ter Horst of Logos Homes, Inc. His collaboration with talented architect Jeff Visser and interior designer Domenick De Santis from Expressions Custom Furniture produced a visually compelling and awe-inspiring jewel of a home on the shores of Lake Michigan. This three-and-a-half story walkout is a virtual knockout in an industry where originality is demanded but rarely delivered.

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VIEWER APPRECIATION REDEFINED

The residence was initially designed to have three floors but, additionally, a viewing tower was incorporated into the design to satisfy the owners’ request for maximizing lake view potential. According to Visser, “The most unique feature of the house is the viewing tower at the highest point and the rooms created by the columns that support it as they extend down through each floor, thereby creating the study on the upper, the dining area on the main, and the bar on the lower.”

Accessible via the spiral staircase in the study, the tower was constructed with alder. Framed in glass, it reflects the peace and beauty of the outdoors inside — viewer appreciation is taken to new heights.

Descending the staircase, you’re guided by the cascading sunlight that shines through the frosted glass floor of the tower and into the study that overlooks the living room. This element serves as an example of insightful design by allowing the component of natu56 | early winter 2018

ral light to illuminate an environment not normally accustomed to receiving it. It also serves as a fine extension of glass utilization as witnessed in other areas of the home.

Possessing over 6,900 square feet, this magnificent home has three bedrooms, four-and-a-half baths, and five fireplaces, yet accommodates a party of two or 50 people comfortably. Walls of glass illuminate nearly all of the interior spaces and from every imaginable vantage point. The home’s layout includes angled ceilings that not only add dimension but also character to every room. Alder was used throughout and renders a romantic and natural sentiment.

As you approach the grand wooded main entrance, a door phone awaits to communicate your arrival. Once inside, a brilliant bamboo floor and a light waffle-weave carpet on the main floor set the stage for an incredible panoramic view of Lake Michigan. Music flows from the home stereo

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Reflecting the latest in wicker interpretation, famed architect Frank Gerhy’s design of the woven wood lounge chairs were an ideal choice and translate well into comfort and style.

system and you become mesmerized by the rolling blue-green waves rushing toward the shore. You’re calmly drawn forward and encounter the home’s intimate dining area. Surrounded by alder columns adorned with angled stainless steel sconces, the space provides dining with a tantalizing lake view. De Santis suggested a candelabra chandelier overhead. His collaboration with artist John Neering resulted in a most charming piece, produced from several metals, that possesses an antique flavor but is unquestionably contemporary. It highly complements the custom chairs

by Sage Upholstery and the millennium buffet, which represents a continuation in the creative combination of wood and glass that is prevalent in the home’s interior and exterior design.

Left of the dining area are the home’s back-to-back guest bedrooms, both of which possess large windows and full baths that are uniformly detailed with angled stainless steel accessories and handsome teak countertops. A balcony enhances viewing to the west in one

bedroom while the other faces the forefront of the property. The intentional placement of the detached garage serves a dual design purpose. It creates the sense of having a courtyard in front and also provides privacy from the seasonal traffic flow.

A high ceiling and enormous windows highlight the spectacular living room. The owner’s design objectives were specific and few. The interior designer’s participative approach was to work with the architect’s emphasis on the interior site lines from one space to another as well as appeasing the owner’s request for a colorful and comfortable environment with a few exceptional pieces. This was accomplished successfully through an imaginative use of color, shapes, textures and proportion. The interior is engaging but relaxing.

A stainless steel coffee table with a cobalt blue glass center separates the rich green textured couch and the stunning limestone fireplace. Reflecting the latest in wicker interpretation, famed architect Frank Gerhy’s design of the woven wood lounge chairs were an ideal Cosmopolitan Home Grand Rapids | 57

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The modern kitchen includes a large island with a dark gray concrete countertop — an ideal accompaniment to the stainless steel appliances and alder cabinetry. A one-inch green glass tile back splash quietly envelops the kitchen, seemingly extending the lake effect inside.

choice and translate well into comfort and style. Splashes of color in dark grays and greens appear on accent walls throughout the home’s transitional spaces and unify the rooms ever so slightly.

The open and modern kitchen is a prime example of mixing the right design ingredients in all the appropriate places. A large island with a dark gray concrete countertop sits center and is an ideal accompaniment to the stainless steel appliances and alder cabinetry. A stunning one-inch green glass tile back splash quietly envelops the kitchen, seemingly extending the lake effect inside. A unique corner fireplace sets a cozy tone while the rattan table ensemble shows a natural appeal and introduces the sitting area. A wrap-around hallway offers access to the kitchen, laundry facility and back staircase that leads up to a secluded guest suite.

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The viewing tower is accessible via the spiral staircase in the study

The master bedroom and adjoining bath on the second floor redefine luxury but in a comfortable and simple fashion. De Santis designed the nightstands as well as the stunning twotoned leather headboard. Another awesome advantage in this room is the seven-foot television screen that descends in front of the balcony opposite the bed and next to a seductive concrete fireplace. The owner also has the option of viewing a variety of projected artworks or taking in a beautiful Lake Michigan sunset.

The master bath offers ample space, interesting angles and unique bathing options.

Fascinating faucets lend an imaginative free-flowing effect to the huge jet tub as well as to the opposing vanities that align the 8- by 8-foot walk-in shower and closet respectively. The shower is equipped with body sprays, three different water spouts and a frosted glass wall. Its size is only upstaged by that of the closet and adjoining dressing area. This room is grand enough to spark envy in anyone who enjoys an unparalleled bathing experience.

The home’s lower level is divided into two separate areas and was created for entertainment purposes only. The owner enjoys pool or pinball by firelight as well as a dusk or dawn workout,

courtesy of the large windows that face the west.

The space appears larger due to the opposing mirrored wall in the adjacent home gym area. Its floor covering was made from recycled tire rubber which serves well underfoot and offers the attractive appeal of durability and comfort. The adjoining space on the lower level is composed of the family room, a full bar and a built-in wine cellar. Soft leather, rich fabrics and rattan are combined to create a great place to stretch out by the fire or sit and sip at the bar. An exposed concrete floor serves as a raw but fine foundation for fun. The environment’s design is entertaining as well as inviting.

The home personifies inventive building, architectural insight and a playful yet daringly elegant interior design.

“This was a challenging but very rewarding project,” said Ter Horst. “Everyone involved is very proud with the results.” n BUILDER - LOGOS HOMES, ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN - JEFF VISSER RESIDENTIAL DESIGN, INTERIOR DESIGN EXPRESSIONS CUSTOM FURNITURE, GARAGE DOORS OVERHEAD DOOR, HOME SECURITY - MIDSTATE SECURITY, INTERIOR MOLDINGS - PHIL ELENBAAS MILLWORK, CARPETING - CARPET ONE BY JOHNSON, DECORATIVE HARDWARE - PROGRESSIVE HARDWARE, LANDSCAPING -GRAND RAPIDS LANDSCAPING Cosmopolitan Home Grand Rapids | 59

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Tru Kitchens (616) 957-1969

Zylstra Door, Inc. (616) 698-7242

The Williams Studio (616) 771-0530 www.thewilliamsstudio.com www.facebook.com/TheWilliamsStudio www.houzz.com/pro/williamsstudio1/willia ms-studio#8

GARAGE ORGANIZERS Closet & Room Solutions (616) 785-1021 www.closetandroomsolutions.com

CLOSET ORGANIZERS Closet & Room Solutions (616) 785-1021 www.closetandroomsolutions.com Closet Concepts, Inc. (616) 913-9148 www.closetconceptsofgr.com info@closetconceptsofgr.com

Closet Concepts, Inc. (616) 913-9148 www.closetconceptsofgr.com info@closetconceptsofgr.com Glass Concepts Inc. (616) 994-7050 www.glassconceptsinc.com www.glassconceptsinc.com/gallery

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THE LIST Sligh Closet & Glass (616) 422-4321 www.slighdesign.com www.facebook.com/SlighDesign/ www.houzz.com/pro/slighclosetandglass/sligh-closet-and-glass sarahc@slighdesign.com GLASS & MIRROR PRODUCTS Closet Design (616) 772-1119 Glass Concepts Inc. (616) 994-7050 www.glassconceptsinc.com www.glassconceptsinc.com/gallery Norbert's Glass & Mirror Co. (616) 531-1110 www.norbertsglassandmirror.com Sligh Closet & Glass (616) 422-4321 www.slighdesign.com www.facebook.com/SlighDesign/ www.houzz.com/pro/slighclosetandglass/sligh-closet-and-glass sarahc@slighdesign.com HOME AUTOMATION Created Control (616) 356-2660 Streamline Systems (616)457-5460 www.streamlinesystemsmi.com HOME ELECTRONICS INSTALLATION Bekins Audio/Video & Appliances (616) 957-2333 Bekins Audio/Video & Appliances (616) 957-2333 Created Control (616) 356-2660 Streamline Systems (616)457-5460 www.streamlinesystemsmi.com HOME ORGANIZATION Closet Concepts, Inc. (616) 913-9148 Closet & Room Solutions (616) 785-1021 www.closetandroomsolutions.com Sligh Closet & Glass (616) 422-4321 Systematic (616) 350-9597 INTERIOR DESIGN 42 North - Architecture + Design (616) 340-8047 Dwellings, Inc. (616) 532-7897

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Great American Spaces (877) 553-9945 www.greatamericanspaces.com Rock Kauffman Design (616) 956-3008 Klingman's Furniture (616) 942-7300 Standale Interiors (616) 453-8201 www.standaleinteriors.com Joseph Szymczak www.studioatslate.com KITCHEN & BATH DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen of Greater Grand Rapids (616) 632-2284 www.dreammakergr.com Granite Transformations (616) 726-1388 Great Lakes Granite Works (616) 785-3088 www.greatlakesgranite.com www.facebook.com/Great-Lakes-Granite-Works109217255792578/ www.houzz.com/pro/greatlakesgraniteworks/gre at-lakes-granite-works www.instagram.com/great_lakes_granite_works DBurgess@greatlakesgranite.com Infusion Showrooms

by Etna Supply (616) 514-5177 www.infusionshowrooms.com www.facebook.com/infusion.showrooms www.instagram.com/infusionkitchenbathshowrooms/?hl=en

Tru Kitchens (616) 957-1969

SECURITY EPS Security/Engineered Protection Systems The Williams Studio (616) 459-0281 (616) 771-0530 www.facebook.com/EpsSecurity www.thewilliamsstudio.com https://twitter.com/EPS_Security www.facebook.com/TheWilliamsStudio www.linkedin.com/company/eps-security-inc-/ www.houzz.com/pro/williamsstudio1/williams- www.youtube.com/channel/UCPNhObLZqFHqhuYOD studio#8 hVTo9O/ www.houzz.com/pro/epssecurity/eps-security-systems LANDSCAPE DESIGN Alfresco Landcapes LLC SHOWER & TUB ENCLOSURES (616) 453-2530 Closet Design www.alfresco-landscapes.com (616) 772-1119 Landscape Design Services, Inc Godwin Hardware & Plumbing, Inc. (616) 243-3131 (616) 399-1734 www.landscapeds.com Norbert's Glass & Mirror Co. (616) 531-1110 Rivertown Landscapes LLC www.norbertsglassandmirror.com (616) 866-1700 www.rivertownlandscapes.com Re-Bath of Grand Rapids LANDSCAPING & LAWN (616) 949-8827 SPRINKLING www.Rebathgr.com Alfresco Landcapes LLC www.facebook.com/Re-Bath-of-Grand-Rapids399202116792753/ (616) 453-2530 info@rebathgr.com www.alfresco-landscapes.com Landscape Design Services, Inc (616) 399-1734 www.landscapeds.com Rivertown Landscapes LLC (616) 866-1700 www.rivertownlandscapes.com Scholten Landscape Maintenance (616) 755-2479 LIGHTING FIXTURES The Lighting Corner (616) 534-8560 (616) 842-1650 (G. Haven) www.thelightingcorner.com www.facebook.com/thelightingcorner/?fref=ts www.pinterest.com/TLC_1984

Mont Granite (616) 647-0700 www.montsurfaces.com www.facebook.com/montgranite www.pinterest.com/montgranite/ www.youtube.com/channel/UCphAqTXwVEvQ9CD MORTGAGE SERVICES L1xiJ2iQ Adventure Credit Union (616) 243-0125 xx1207 Premier Granite & Stone www.adventurecu.org (616) 647-5538 www.premiergranitetops.com Chemical Bank (616) 588-7438 Richards Kitchen & Bath Showroom www.chemicalbankmi.com (616) 247-0965 Re-Bath of Grand Rapids (616) 949-8827 www.Rebathgr.com www.facebook.com/Re-Bath-of-GrandRapids-399202116792753/ info@rebathgr.com Standale Interiors (616) 453-8201 www.standaleinteriors.com Starlite Kitchens (616) 583-9304 www.StarliteKitchens.com www.facebook.com/StarliteKitchensandBaths www.houzz.com/pro/rbronsink/starlite-

Sligh Closet & Glass (616) 422-4321 www.slighdesign.com www.facebook.com/SlighDesign/ www.houzz.com/pro/slighclosetandglass/sligh-closet-and-glass SIDING & ROOFING Eikenhout, Inc. (616) 459-4523 Standale Lumber & Supply (616) 530-8200 www.standalelumber.com www.facebook.com/standalelumber SOLAR SCREENS Action Awning LLC (616) 874-7400 http://actionawning.com https://www.facebook.com/pages/Action-AwningLLC/479665515420452

Independent Bank (800) 285-3111

SOLID SURFACE, GRANITE, FABRICATION/ INSTALLATION Great Lakes Granite Works (616) 785-3088 www.greatlakesgranite.com www.facebook.com/Great-Lakes-Granite-Works109217255792578/ www.houzz.com/pro/greatlakesgraniteworks/greatlakes-granite-works www.instagram.com/great_lakes_granite_works DBurgess@greatlakesgranite.com

Old National Bank (616) 802-3921 www.oldnational.com

Premier Granite & Stone (616) 647-5538 www.premiergranitetops.com

First United Credit Union (616) 532-9067 www.firstunitedcu.org

Starlite Kitchens (616) 583-9304 www.StarliteKitchens.com www.facebook.com/StarliteKitchensandBaths www.houzz.com/pro/rbronsink/starlite-

Top of the World Granite, Inc. (616) 791-7444 Williams Kitchen & Bath (616) 771-0505 STONE & TILE Certified Tile and Stone Installers (616) 437-3520 Genesee Ceramic Tile Dist (616) 243-5811 Great Lakes Granite Works (616) 785-3088 www.greatlakesgranite.com www.facebook.com/Great-Lakes-GraniteWorks-109217255792578/ www.houzz.com/pro/greatlakesgraniteworks/g reat-lakes-granite-works www.instagram.com/great_lakes_granite_work s DBurgess@greatlakesgranite.com Mont Granite (616) 647-0700 www.montsurfaces.com www.facebook.com/montgranite www.pinterest.com/montgranite/ www.youtube.com/channel/UCphAqTXwVEvQ9CD L1xiJ2iQ Premier Granite & Stone (616) 647-5538 www.premiergranitetops.com Top of the World Granite, Inc. (616) 791-7444 STORAGE Closet & Room Solutions (616) 785-1021 www.closetandroomsolutions.com Sligh Closet & Glass (616) 422-4321 WINDOW COVERINGS Klingman's Furniture (616) 942-7300 Standale Interiors (616) 453-8201 www.standaleinteriors.com www.facebook.com/standaleinteriors www.houzz.com/pro/standaleinteriors www.pinterest.com/standaleint/ WINDOWS & DOORS Eikenhout, Inc. (616) 459-4523 Pella Windows & Doors

by HORNE (616) 889-5857 www.pellawestmichigan.com www.facebook.com/pellawindowsanddoors R J Raven Corporation (616) 245-5684 Standale Lumber & Supply (616) 530-8200 www.standalelumber.com

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