2014 Spring Parade of Homes

The Spring Parade of Homes kicks off tomorrow, May 23 at 1pm. The homes will be available to view until 9pm each day. The parade of homes is a great opportunity to see the fine craftsmanship and design trends of local builders, architects and interior designers. 

We have two homes in the Grand Rapids Parade of Homes this year. The first home is a mediterranean style and was built by Mike Schaap Builders. Located in East Grand Rapids this home was designed by Visbeen Architects with a perfect balance of warmth, luxury and functionality throughout. 

The second home is located in the Waterford Heights neighborhood and is built by White Birch Builders. This Visbeen designed craftsman home offers artfully crafted custom cabinetry to reflect the charming neighborhood it is located in. 


We are proud to share that our East Grand Rapids design was chosen as an Editor's Pick in Grand Rapids Cosmopolitan Home
We hope that many of you will get the opportunity to see the craftsmanship and design talents that have gone into creating these beautiful homes. 
To learn more about these projects you can visit the Parade of Homes website and search for Visbeen Architects or search the builder. 


The homes will be available to tour on the following dates and times:

Friday, May 23, 1pm-9pm
Saturday, May 24, 1pm-9pm
Monday, May 26, 1pm-9pm
Wednesday, May 28, 1pm-9pm
Friday, May 30, 1pm-9pm
Saturday, May 31, 1pm-9pm
Wednesday, June 4, 1pm-9pm
Friday, June 6, 1pm-9pm
Saturday, June 7, 1pm-9pm

Special Bonus Issue: Cottages

We proud to share that our firm was the featured residential architect in the most recent Michigan BLUE magazine. This is a special edition of the magazine which is dedicated to cottages features some of Michigan's best teams to work with when building or remodeling a new home. 

The Laurel, located in South Carolina and a recent winner of the Best in the South Atlantic Region, was a home built to suit a variety of homebuyers. The vision for this home shows that good design is the best way to utilize all of the available space in a floor plan and to get "more bang for your buck".
We would like to congratulate Mary Burns, Owner of Gallery Interiors and Rockford Kitchen Design, and her team for being featured for their experience and excellence in interior design for retail and private homes. In addition, we would like to recognize the team at Mike Schaap Builders for their success in building custom homes. Both companies were featured in the new edition as well.

If you would like to see more photos of this charming South Carolina home and other homes designed by Visbeen Architects you can visit our website or find them on Houzz. You can read more about the vision of our firm in the article below.






BALA 2013

We are proud to announce our 2013 Best in American Living Award (BALA) winners! 

Photography:  Dickson Dunlap

Laurel
Platinum for Detached Home 3001-4000 sq ft, Home Built for Sale
Best in Region, South Atlantic

Project Team:
Architect:  Wayne Visbeen
Builder & Designer:  Custom Classics, Bluffton, S.C.
Interior Designer & Merchandiser:  Low Tide Designs






Photography:  Michael Buck


Hasserton
Silver for One-of-a-Kind Custom or Spec Home, 4001-6500 sq ft

Project Team:
Architect:  Wayne Visbeen
Interior Designer:  Jeffery Roberts Interiors



Photography:  David Lorenz
Hawks Nest
Gold for On the Boards, Single-Family 

Project Team:
Architect:  Wayne Visbeen



















Photography:  Ashley Avila 



Allenwood
Silver for One-of-a-Kind Custom or Spec Home up to 4000  sq ft

Project Team:
Architect:  Wayne Visbeen
Builder:  Ashby Builders 
Interior Designer:  Francesca Owings





Photography:  Megan TerVeen


Tupelo
Gold for Detached Home 3001-4000 sq ft, Home Built for Sale

Project Team:
Architect:  Wayne Visbeen
Interior Designer & Merchandiser:  Benchmark Wood Studio
Developer:  Chad VanHorn
Land Planner:  Debest Landscaping

International Builders Show

We are excited to share that our home design Tupelo has made the cover of the International Builders Show program! In addition, Tupelo is being recognized as receiving the Best in American Living Gold Award for a Single Family Home, 3001-4000 sq ft. 
With the help of Mike Schaap Builders, the design team from Benchmark Wood Studio and Debest Inc. Landscaping company, we can say that this amazing lakefront cottage is truly one-of-a-kind. Tupelo is located on the shores of Lake Michigan in South Haven, MI and offers panoramic views of the water. This four story beach front cottage has been artfully designed to accommodate large families or groups of friends. 
Additional photos and information about Tupelo can be found at Pier View Cottages or contact Broker, Chad VanHorn of Real Estate Firm.



Pier View Cottages

For those of you that have been following the blog this past year you will have seen the posts about the article for the 2013 'Great Lake Story' from Michigan Blue Magazine. It has been a pleasure to work with the team at Mike Schaap Builders to bring these lakeside visions from Visbeen Architects to life.

Located on a private beach in South Haven, MI, each of these spectacular homes have an unobstructed view of the pier and the sparkling waters of Lake Michigan. These award-winning designs are within walking distance of downtown South Haven, a premiere beach town in West Michigan. 
If you are looking for a lake home or you simply would like to see the product of two talented teams, visit the Pier View Cottages website to view these beautiful lake homes and the charming beach community in which they are located.


2013 Parade of Homes Award Recognition 

The Home Builders Association of Greater Grand Rapids (HBAGGR) and Cosmopolitan Home Magazine offered each entry in the Fall Parade the opportunity to win awards for Best Kitchen, Best Floor Plan, Best Curb Appeal and Best Interior Elements for their price range.  Judged by a panel of experts in the industry, the Awards of Excellence are sought after by the Parade of Homes participants and are a great way to receive recognition for their expertise in design and craftsmanship. We are proud to announce our successful designs!


Harvey
$750,000 - $1,000,000 category
  • Category Winner 

Built by Falcon HomesArchitecture & Interior Architecture by Visbeen Architects, Interiors by Gallery Interiors

Sheridan
$1 million + category

  • Best Kitchen
  • Best Floor Plan

Built by Mike Schaap BuildersArchitecture & Interior Architecture by Visbeen Architects, Interiors by Benchmark Wood Studio

Congratulations to the teams that helped turn these designs into award-winning masterpieces!

Fall Parade of Homes

After two and a half weeks of our city being decorated with amazing sculptures, large installations and one-of-a-kind pieces of artwork, ArtPrize is coming to an end.  {{{ sigh }}}.  But it just happens to be a perfect time to explore another form of artistry - homebuilding!  Design and craftsmanship are at their finest as the best-of-the-best West Michigan architects, designers and builders team up to showcase our form of art in this year's Fall Parade of Homes.  We had the pleasure of partnering with two talented builders and interior designers on three amazing projects that will be open for touring during the Fall Parade...

Emmett  [ Parade #31 ]
872 Monroe Blvd • South Haven 
Lakefront living is not often luxurious and conscious of size.  The Emmett design achieves both of these goals in style.  Despite being ideal for a narrow waterfront lot, this home leaves nothing wanting, offering homeowners three full floors of modern living.  Dining, kitchen, and living areas flank the outdoor patio space, while three bedrooms plus a master suite are located on the upper level.  The lower level provides additional gathering space and a bunk room, as well as a "beach bath" with walkout access to the lake. Built by Mike Schaap Builders, Interiors by Benchmark Wood Studio




* Available for Sale * for purchasing information, please contact Josi VanHorn / Real Estate Firm at  269-673-7133 



Sheridan  [ Parade #32 ]
876 Monroe Blvd • South Haven
This beautiful shaker home would sit comfortably on many sites, particularly those with a view.  The main floor offers a wide variety of inviting areas to gather, including a large combined kitchen, dining, and living area, a cozy hearth room, and an expansive deck off the back of the house. Two separate upper levels provide space for sleeping, the quarters above the garage acting as a guest apartment.  Extra bunk beds, billiards, seating areas and access to more outdoor living can be found on the lower level, making entertaining easy.  Built by Mike Schaap Builders, Interiors by Benchmark Wood Studio

* Available for Sale * 
[ for purchasing information, please contact Josi VanHorn / Real Estate Firm at  269-673-7133 ]


Harvey  [ Parade #2 ]
5896 Whitworth Ct • Grand Rapids
This quintessential family home offers owners comfort, functionality, and a beautiful space to gather.  This home encompasses all of these qualities and throws in luxury and style, too.  Exterior details reflect the American Craftsman and Shingle styles of the late 19th century.  On the main level, the formal dining room flows into the living area and kitchen, offering more than enough space and seating for large groups of friends and family to congregate.  The well-appointed master suite is also located on the main floor.  Climb the turreted stairs to the upper level and you will find two bedroom suites, a guest room, laundry facilities, and a home office.  The lower level provides a guest suite, and a comfortable family and hearth area, as well as a refreshment bar and an additional office.  Built by Falcon Custom Homes, Interiors by Gallery Interiors

The parade begins tomorrow, October 4 and goes through Saturday, October 19 with hours as follows:
Wednesdays, Fridays & Saturdays:  1:00pm - 8:00pm

We hope to see you there!


Tupelo

This four-story cottage bungalow is designed to perch on a steep shoreline, allowing homeowners to get the most out of their space.  The main level of the home accommodates gatherings with easy flow between the living room, dining area, kitchen, and outdoor deck.  The midlevel offers a lounge, bedroom suite and the master bedroom, complete with access to a private deck.  The family room, kitchenette, and beach bath on the lower level open to an expansive backyard patio.  At the top of the nest is the loft area, which provides a bunk room and extra guest bedroom suite.

This beautiful home is currently for sale, so please visit the listing page for more information if you or someone you know is interested!

Project Team --
Designed by: Visbeen Architects
Built by: Mike Schaap Builders
Interiors by: Benchmark Wood Studio


Lakeshore Spring Parade of Homes

The Lakeshore Spring Parade of Homes kicks off tonight at 6:00pm!  Don't miss your chance to tour the Tupelo, a one-of-a-kind waterfront home in South Haven with stunning views of the pier, beautiful sandy beach frontage on Lake Michigan and an unmatched level of craftsmanship by Mike Schaap Builders.  It's really a showstopper!

The hours of the parade are as follows:
June 13-22
Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays: 6pm-9pm
Wednesday & Saturdays: 1pm-9pm
(Closed Sundays & Mondays)

We hope to see you there!

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