“It’s not about size, a large or small house can fit in anywhere if the scale is properly rendered so it is compatible with its
       surrounding context”
                                                DECEMBER 2004 SIGNATURE 48009 MAGAZINE "Building Reputation"

 
 


“...these townhomes reminded the judges of 18th century Boston. Built on an infill corner lot
at six units to the acre, the 4,700 sf units represent a gift to the existing community...”
                                                           1995 BUILDER MAGAZINE,  Builder's Choice Grand Award

“...this thoughtful, timeless project could be repeated fifty times and result in a livable,
urbane city... A project that does not try to dominate, but instead adds to the city in a quiet, responsible, meticulously crafted manner.”
                                                           1995 AIA MICHIGAN HONOR AWARD Jury Comments

“...a contemporary renovation by architect Karen Swanson with pitched roofs, cedar siding and eclectic touches. The scale is perfect and the environment has been protected. A recycled home with panache.”
                                                           THE BIRMINGHAM BLOOMFIELD ECCENTRIC, an open
                                                           letter  to the Birmingham Planning Board

“...bold, solid, crafted finish accomplished with specialized mortar and block application”
                                                           2004 MASONRY AWARD MENTION, Jury Comments
 

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