Showing posts with label Projects. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Projects. Show all posts

Wednesday, May 29, 2013

Be Nails Salon Now Open




Pedicure and Nail Salon now open in Southfield, MI.

2,500 sf custom interior renovation.  
18 pedicure chairs and 6 nail stations.  

Saturday, November 10, 2012

She's Nailin' It Nail Salon and Spa


Nail salon and Spa
1,800sf
Roseville, MI

Custom interior design for unique nail salon.  The pedicure stations were custom built for the owner.

Friday, June 15, 2012

Bliss Sweet Shoppe

Our latest project opening this weekend!!
Bliss Sweet Shoppe located in Commerce, MI opens this weekend.  The project is a 1,500sf interior renovation of a former hair salon.The store will have hand-packed ice cream and candy and coffee.  Cafe seating and Wi-Fi internet access will be available.
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Wednesday, April 25, 2012

A quick concept sketch



Sitting with the client I made this sketch between bites of my sandwich. We originally developed a single family detached unit for the developer.  He later had an opportunity to develop a lot with a duplex unit, so over lunch I made this quick sketch of what  a duplex version of a single family unit we did could look like.  Each unit is about 1,700 sf with 3 bedrooms and 2 and 1/2 baths.

Saturday, January 28, 2012

Recent Project

New detached garage designed to replace existing garage for a single family residence. 
The client needed a two-car garage with small workshop and an exercise room. Within the small footprint we provided a flexible garage and workshop space with the exercise space in the attic.  The space is heated using a heat pump system. 

Saturday, November 19, 2011

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.

Friday, June 17, 2011

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.

Sunday, January 30, 2011

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!

Saturday, October 23, 2010

New Restaurant Opening soon

From Crutcher Studio News

The Raw Cafe located be opening soon. Located in the former C-Pop Gallery at Woodward and Willis in Detroit the restaurant will offer a raw, vegan menu.
Crutcher Studio provided architectural services to help the owners transform the former art gallery into the first raw, vegan restaurant in the area.
Check out the Raw Cafe website for menu and opening date.

Sunday, June 13, 2010

Concept for a House in Kenya



I am currently developing a concept for a house in Kenya. The house will have 6 sleeping rooms and will be located on a hill overlooking Lake Victoria.

Tuesday, June 8, 2010

Recent Project

Greater Cutz Hair Salon, Madison Heights, MI
Opening soon!!

Wednesday, February 3, 2010

High School Architecture Exploration Program







I have an opportunity to hold an Architecture Exploration Program for Detroit area High School Students. This program is designed to introduce high school students to careers in the Architecture, Design and Creative Industries. Students will engage in a real world architectural design problem and utilize the current technological tools used by industry to develop high demand, high wage, 21st Century Skills.

Deadline extended

For an application or for more information click here.

Monday, December 14, 2009

Painting and Drawing

I have been exploring painting and drawing in between architectural commissions. Some of my pieces are on my website.

Monday, August 31, 2009

What are Architectural Services?

The process we follow for the Design and Construction of projects involve several steps. Typically, projects go through the following six steps or phases. However, on some simple projects, several of these steps may be combined; on other more complex types there may be additional steps.

Step 1: Deciding What to Build
This first stage, called programming, is probably the most valuable time you will spend with us, your architect. It is at this time we discuss the requirements for your building: how many rooms, what function the structure will have, who will use it and how. It is also the time when you begin to test the fit between what you want, what you need, and what you can afford to spend.
Step 2: Rough Sketches
Once we have defined what is to be built, we will then do a series of rough sketches, known as schematic designs. These sketches will show you the general arrangement of rooms and of the site. If you have difficulty understanding the sketches (many people do), ask and we can explain the ideas. Depending on the project and budget, we can also make models of the design to help better visualize it.
Step 3: Refining the Design
This step, called design development, is when we prepare more detailed drawings to illustrate other aspects of the proposed design. The floor plans will show all the rooms in the correct size and shape. Outline specifications will be prepared listing the major materials and room finishes.
Step 4: Preparing Construction Documents
At this point, we prepare construction documents, the detailed drawings and specifications which the contractor will use to establish actual construction cost and to build the project.
Step 5: Hiring the Contractor
There are a number of ways to select a contractor. We can make recommendations, or if you already have someone you want to work with, you might send the construction documents to him or her and negotiate fees and costs. Or you may wish to choose among several contractors you've asked to submit bids on the job. We will discuss the pros and cons of these methods with you to help you decide what will work best for you.
Step 6: Construction
This final step is often the most anxiety-producing part of the whole process. Up until now, your project has been confined to intense discussion, planning, and two-dimensional renderings. When construction begins, your project moves from an abstraction to a physical reality.
Ready to start?
If you are ready to start I would like the opportunity to discuss various issues relating to your current or future design needs. Please contact Crutcher Studio, Inc for a project consultation.

Our full description of services.

(Adapted from the AIA publication "A Beginners Guide to Architectural Services")

Wednesday, July 22, 2009

Open House for The Arts League Of Michigan Virgil H. Carr Cultural Arts Center

July 21, 2009

Crutcher Studio, Inc. assisted The Harris Design Group with the interior design for the new home for The Arts League of Michigan Virgil H. Carr Cultural Arts Center. The Arts League of Michigan is a center that develops, promotes, presents and preserves the African and African American cultural arts traditions within our multicultural community.

The development of the Virgil H. Carr Cultural Arts Center is the next step in the evolution of the organization and moves to establish it and The Arts League of Michigan as major participants in the cultural life of our community and the nation. Named in honor of Virgil H. Carr, past Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Arts League of Michigan, this facility will be recognized as the premier center for African and African American cultural arts programs and activities in the nation.

The Carr Center is located in The Harmonie Club, located at 311 E. Grand River. Constructed in 1895, the building and its subsequent club, known as the Harmonie Club was originated by the Harmonie Society, a musical society of German immigrants. Designed in classical Beaux Arts style, the building is four stories embellished by appealing stone work, and carefully designed curving windows, all reminiscent of the best in urban architecture of the late Victorian age.

Wednesday, June 24, 2009

Masonry Deck for a Residence



I have just completed the design for a deck using brick and concrete. The owner wanted the low maintenance and durability of masonry and concrete. The structure of the deck will be structural steel and enclosed with brick. The floor of the deck will be stamped and stained concrete on a metal deck. A gazebo on the deck will have a metal roof.

Wednesday, March 25, 2009

Interior Renovation: Reconfigure a master bathroom


Renovation of a Master Bathroom and closet.
The challenge was to provide a steam shower and increase the usable closet space.
The proposed renovation takes advantage of the existing plumbing locations to create a more open plan for the bathroom and provides an increase in closet space.

Sunday, September 28, 2008

Recent Project


Crutcher Studio has completed the design for an addition to a residence in Inkster, Michigan. The addition to this small house is designed to provide additionalliving space to care for a disabled relative in the home and to allow the family to interact in the common areas of the house.
The remodeling of the existing kitchen will allow barrier free space for the family to eat together.

http://www.crutcherstudio.com/taylor-hibbert.htm