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Joseph Philip Craig Custom Homes and Brian Neeper Architecture are featured in the In Flight Issue of Great Lakes By Design

Joseph Philip Craig Custom Homes and Brian Neeper Architecture are featured in the In Flight Issue of Great Lakes By Design. Read it here: https://greatlakesbydesign.com

We are delighted to announce that two of our custom homes have been featured in Great Lakes By Design, a design publication highlighting the architecture, the arts, the destinations, the fashion, the products, and the people behind them throughout the region. The magazine showcases work from designers in Michigan, Chicago, Indianapolis, and other major markets surrounding the Great Lakes.

The residential reflection, written by R.J. Weick, highlights our lakeside property as well as our mountain modern home. We truly enjoyed the interview process and love how the piece has turned out.

We invite you to pick up a copy and check out the beautiful 16-page article that features photography by James Haefner. Both properties were designed by Brian Neeper Architecture and built by Joseph Philip Craig Custom Homes.

Enjoy this excerpt from the opening paragraph:

“In many ways, a custom residential project is an extension of those who will call it home. From dramatic coastal bluffs, panoramic urban sightlines, and sheltered wooded properties, to the low-profiled presence of midcentury lines, shingle-style picturesque massing of Nantucket inspiration, and deep overhanging eaves of the Craftsman-style bungalow, different landscapes and architectural vernacular speak or resonate with the individual in a distinct and compelling way”

We are truly grateful for this special recognition and want to thank everyone who was a part of bringing this to fruition.

Builder: Joseph Philip Craig Custom Homes
Architect: Brian Neeper Architecture
Photographer: James Haefner Photography

2022-08-14T02:08:57+00:00August 14th, 2022|Uncategorized|
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Detroit Design Awards: Readers’ Choice

We are excited to announce that our contemporary home has taken first place in the 2022 Detroit Design Awards Readers’ Choice Best Overall Home category.

We are truly grateful to every one of you who voted for Joseph Philip Craig Custom Homes and Brian Neeper Architecture. Also, many thanks to James Haefner Photography.

We have also received awards for the following categories:
• 3rd Place: Stair and Railing
• 1st Place: Exterior Use of Stone

▪️ Read it here: https://detroitdesignmag.com/detroit-design-awards/2022-dda-readers-choice/

We are truly grateful for this special recognition and want to thank everyone who was a part of bringing this to fruition.

Builder: Joseph Philip Craig Custom Homes

Architect: Brian Neeper Architecture

Photographer: James Haefner Photography

2022-08-14T02:07:29+00:00August 14th, 2022|Uncategorized|
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Detroit Design Awards Readers’ Choice: Please Vote for Joseph Philip Craig

We are excited to announce that we have been nominated as a candidate in the Detroit Design Awards Readers’ Choice Best Overall Home. We would greatly appreciate it if you could vote for us!

Please click on the link and select entry #26 here: Detroit Design

Inspired by ski trips out west, this Mountain Modern home is characterized by clean lines, natural materials, sweeping views, and an adventurous vibe. Organically connected to the land, this build to suit property in Michigan celebrates the seasons and provides its inhabitants with a uniquely contemporary space that’s relaxing, functional, and beautiful.

Architect: Brian Neeper Architecture

Builder: Joseph Philip Craig Custom Homes

Photographer: James Haefner Photography

2022-08-14T00:49:47+00:00April 9th, 2022|Uncategorized|
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Looking Up: Contemporary Michigan Living

Floor to ceiling windows provide a sweeping view of the pure Michigan landscape. Nestled into a hill, this spacious contemporary home features clean lines and cutting-edge amenities.

Home is where you live your dreams, raise families, make memories, and embrace the adventure of life. Home is who you are. What can you imagine?

Capture your vision with a build to suit home by Joseph Philip Craig Custom Homes. We bring sophistication to life with over 40 years of home building experience. We are a family-owned business that is dedicated to quality craftsmanship.

We offer a complete ala carte experience. Unlike some builders who offer a few cookie-cutter “custom packages”, we provide you with completely unique choices and guide you every step of the way, proving as much or as little guidance you need with making your selections.

When you utilize our full-service building company, integrity and the highest quality of workmanship are important to us. We work closely with you and your architect to ensure that each detail of your project is meticulously planned for and executed with great care.

Video produced by Joe Brzuchanski at Caffeine Soul Productions

Home designed by Brian Neeper Architecture

2022-01-30T05:54:09+00:00January 20th, 2022|Custom Homes, Residential|
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Mountain Modern Custom Home

Inspired by ski trips out west, this Mountain Modern home is characterized by clean lines, natural materials, sweeping views, and an adventurous vibe.

Organically connected to the land, this build to suit property in southeast Michigan celebrates the seasons and provides its inhabitants with a uniquely contemporary space that’s relaxing, functional, and beautiful.

So many individuals came together to make this happen and we are grateful for our talented team.

Video by Caffeine Soul Productions

2022-01-30T05:55:01+00:00November 11th, 2021|Custom Homes, Home Construction, Interiors, Residential|
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Caffeine Fueled Open House

Caffeine Fueled Open House: Join us October 3, 2021

A Caffeine Fueled Open House is happening THIS WEEKEND and YOU are invited! It’s 100% Michigan made and a great way to fuel your custom home dreams.

Start off with an espresso and finish with sweet cider and donuts from a local favorite, Rochester Cider Mill.

We’ll have plenty of experts on hand to help you explore your Pure Michigan build-to-suit home options, whether you decide to live in Oakland County or beyond.

Meet us at our Open House on Sunday, October 3, 2021, 1 PM – 5 PM to learn more about available properties or building from the ground up.
3824 Poppleton Court, Troy, MI 48084

2022-08-14T00:46:37+00:00September 30th, 2021|Custom Homes, Home Construction, Residential|
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The 2021 Detroit Design Awards Results

We are excited about the results from the Detroit Design Awards! We are grateful to Detroit Design Magazine, from HOUR Media, for putting this together.

Joseph Philip Craig Custom Homes along with Brian Neeper Architecture received awards in three categories which include:

▪️ 1st Place – Wine Room

▪️ 2nd Place – Contemporary Foyer

▪️ 1st Place – Traditional Architecture (more than 4,000 square feet)

View it here: 2021 Detroit Design Awards Results

Builder: Joseph Philip Craig Custom Homes

Architect: Brian Neeper Architecture

Photographer: James Haefner Photography

Additional credits for those who contributed to this property can be found here: https://www.mibluemag.com/features/lakeside-legacy/

We are truly grateful for this special recognition and want to thank everyone who was a part of bringing this to fruition!

2022-08-14T00:54:30+00:00July 13th, 2021|Custom Homes, Lake Living|
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Lakeside Legacy featured in Michigan BLUE Magazine

Passion. Integrity. Timeless design.
This is what we stand for at Joseph Philip Craig Custom Homes. Our business is built on a strong family foundation that’s 40+ years strong.

We are very pleased to announce that our Lake Living home is featured in the most recent issue of Michigan BLUE Magazine. We collaborated in the building of the property, the landscaping, and the design which is typical to our entirely custom design build process. Every home we create is 100% unique.

Northern Michigan vacations provided the inspiration for the 12,700-square-foot residence’s architectural choice, a relaxed Shingle style that unifies the design inside and out.

View our home in Michigan Blue here:
https://www.mibluemag.com/features/lakeside-legacy/

Designed by Brian Neeper Architecture and photographed by James Haefner Photography, this property celebrates Michigan made craftsmanship in a beautiful setting.

The professional landscaping was done by David Cracchiolo of Northern Impressions and the interior design was completed by Tina Cracchiolo of Interiors by Craig & Company. It was truly a family effort to bring this home to fruition!

We would also like to acknowledge that there were many valuable contributions to this project. So many amazing people and companies joined together to create this home – please see the final page of the article for details.

We are grateful that we are able to bring dreams to life and create spaces that will bring memories for years to come.

2022-01-30T05:51:38+00:00July 13th, 2021|Custom Homes, Lake Living|
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Detroit Design Awards Nomination: Please Vote for Joseph Philip Craig

We are excited to announce that we have been nominated for the Detroit Design Awards Readers’ Choice Best Overall Home. We would love it if you could click on this link, scroll down to entry #15, and vote for us: https://detroitdesignmag.com/readers-choice-best-overall-home-ballot/

We are truly grateful for all of the support we are receiving! The cutoff is March 15, 2021 and the winners will be announced in the summer of 2021.

This lakeside shingle style home serves as a comfortable setting for large family gatherings. The architectural design employs two flanking four-car garage wings that act as retaining walls to create a level motor court entry into the main level. Traditional cottage style interiors are designed to provide a casual and comfortable feel, with the familiarity of past vacations to northern Michigan. The exterior design takes cues from traditional American shingle style architecture in an original composition of rustic stone and shingle siding. The architecture is symbolic of the strength of tradition, and anchors the retreat for this client’s legacy.

Architect: Brian Neeper Architecture

Builder: Joseph Philip Craig Custom Homes

Photographer: James Haefner Photography

Landscape: Northern Impressions

2022-08-14T00:53:45+00:00March 9th, 2021|Custom Homes, Home Construction, Interiors, Lake Living, Landscapes, Residential|
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Custom Modern Farmhouse: Poolside Entertaining and Outdoor Oasis

Cohesive and balanced, this unique outdoor living space is tailored for our client’s lifestyle. This new construction Modern Farmhouse in Oakland County, Michigan is designed to embrace the natural surroundings and provide the homeowner with their own customized oasis.

Joseph Philip Craig Custom Homes brings sophistication to life life with over 40 years of home building experience. We are passionate about timeless architecture and craftsmanship and offer a 100% custom design-build experience.

This video was produced exclusively for us by Mosher Design Company, designers of fine outdoor spaces and gardens. To learn more, visit https://www.mosherandassociates.com

2022-08-14T00:44:38+00:00January 27th, 2021|Uncategorized|
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