Style Guide: French Country

French Country is an Old World style of design that emerged in the US after the first world war when soldiers were coming back from Europe and building homes inspired by the cottages and manors of the French countryside.  French Country style homes have steeped pitched rooflines and place the main entrance of the home...

Michigan Blue: A Great Lake Story Preview & Lakestyle Cottage

The Spring issue of Michigan BLUE Magazine is out.  That's right, SPRING!  Ah, I can almost smell the daffodils now.  Get into the season with this lovely new issue, featuring our lakestyle cottage, the Tamlane.  This modest sized stone and log cabin is a beautiful retreat, with rustic, fairytale style....

Lake Home & Cabin Show: Chicago

It's the start of trade show season for us over here at Visbeen, and we are kicking this year off at Chicago's Lake Home & Cabin Show, which begins TODAY!  Now in its 9th year, the Lake Home & Cabin Show is Chicagoland's only show that specializes in vacation homes and the second home lifestyle.  If you own...

Shore Magazine: Gull Lake home designed for lakeside living and entertaining

Shore Magazine did a nice piece on our Gull Lake design, the Highfield.  If you haven't heard the story behind the design yet, check it out here...GULL LAKE HOMEGull Lake home designed for lakeside living and entertaining1Print Email»ProvidedFebruary 19, 2013 12:00 am  •  Jane Ammeson(0) CommentsWhen...

Houzz Ideabook: 10 Ways to Entertain Kids on Rainy Days

Have you ever experienced kids "bouncing off the walls" when the weather outside is less than desirable?  In Michigan, we know this too well and let's be honest, it's not a pretty sight.  Here is a fun Houzz.com ideabook with options for indoor activities and locations in the home that will cure your kids cooped up feeling on a rainy day.  Be sure to check out our very own Kearney...

Room Guide: Master Suites that Up the Romance

It's Valentines Day, which means most people are turning up the romantic volume in their life.  Does your master suite reflect that same va-va-voom?  A romantic room doesn't have to be filled to the brim with flowers and candles (although keep in mind, guys, those are always a good idea).  Here are...