Pretty Brow Art & Spa now open

Construction is now complete on the Pretty Brow Art & Spa.  The spa is located in the Westland Mall Shopping Mall, Westland MI.
The spa uses a threading technique to shape eyebrow and facial hair.  They also provide facial treatment and massage.

Are you eligible for home improvement aid?

Citizens Bank is offering to reimburse Detroit homeowners in select areas for half of the costs -- up to $10,000 -- to improve the exterior of their homes.

• Homeowners must live in one of these neighborhoods: North End, Boston-Edison, Virginia Park, Hubbard Farms, Palmer Woods, Sherwood Forest, University District, East English Village, North Rosedale or Green Acres.

• Home must be insured and up-to-date on taxes.

To apply, go to http://myhome.citizensbanking.com/index.htm .

From Detroit Free Press Full Article here.

Crutcher Studio Rated on Thumbtack.com

Crutcher Studio was rated among the top architects in the Detroit area by the web site thumbtack.com.  Follow this link to see the rating: Architects - Detroit, MI  
Architects, Detroit, MI

Messiah Church Parking Lot Expansion

Accessory Parking lot for Existing Church.  Project will provide an additional 20 parking spaces for the church.  A decorative metal fence and landscape will improve the appearance of the corner.  Scheduled to be completed fall 2011.

Are you planning a restaurant or food based business in Michigan?

Here is some information you should know.

Foundation Khadimu Rassul of Michigan

Proposed renovation of existing building previously used as a restaurant.  The proposed used will be a Mosque and community center. 

Architect's Sketch over Coffee February 2011

The sketch discussion went well.  There were a lot of good questions concerning construction materials, processes and somethings to consider before you decide to renovate.
Item that came up during the discussion:
-The comparison between using metal studs or wood studs for construction. 
-Structural Insulated Panels
-Zoning requirements and yard setbacks.
-Baement or crawl space considerations
-Planning for barrier free accessibility.
Bring your project ideas for an open discussion with me on these and any other building or design related questions you may have.
Next month's discussion (March 11, 2011) will be on the first steps in planning your project.

• When:
  Friday, March 11 from 06:00 PM to 8:00 PM
• Where:
  Panera Bread Farmington, MI 48335
  

Email me (crutcherk@crutcherstudio.com) to RSVP.

The Raw Cafe Now open!!

The Raw date is now open for business. Located at Woodward and Willis in Detroit, the Raw Cafe features a raw, vegan menu.
Check out the menu!

Architect's Sketch over Coffee

What is the first step in planning to build an addition to your home?
Who do you speak to first when you want to build?
How do I control the cost of my building project?
Bring your project ideas for an open discussion with me on these and any other building or design related questions you may have.

• When:
  Friday, February 04 from 06:00 PM to 8:00 PM
• Where:
  Panera Bread Farmington, MI 48335
  

Email me (crutcherk@crutcherstudio.com) to RSVP.