
Tucked into a wooded site, this whole home renovation reimagines a dated residence through a Japanese-inspired lens. Warm cedar wraps the exterior and soffits with vertical siding, deep overhangs, and refined trim detailing — coming together to create a grounded presence within the landscape.



Exposed wood and cable rail on the second story deck introduce a contemporary counterpoint, while the rock garden and evergreens reinforce the home’s dialogue with nature. Here, craftsmanship, landscape, and architecture converge in quiet harmony.



"We couldn’t be more pleased with the way the architect interpreted what we described and the outcome. The results were beyond our expectations! The quality of workmanship that is now unseen was of the highest caliber. All in all, we can only laud the high quality of the workmanship, high standards, and the service of Giraffe and its subcontractors. We know we made the right choice!"
Homeowners
Details:
LOCATION
Chelsea, MI
COMPLETION DATE
Spring 2024
ARCHITECTURAL DESIGNER
Adam Wilbanks, Giraffe Design Build
INTERIOR DESIGNER
Kerry Rodriguez, Giraffe Design Build
PHOTOGRAPHER
Round Three Photography
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