55 michigandesign.com Photo by K.C. Vansen ACCENT ON COMFORT People are living healthy lives longer than ever, so aging in place is a consideration designers are hearing from their clients. Dan Davis, of Dan Davis Design, selected cork flooring for this kitchen addition. Not only is the product sustainable, but its softer surface is easier on the joints and back. Says Davis, “Our clients were world travelers. We loved the copper pendants as an ode to Moroccaninspired lighting. Plus, the copper color was a wonderful counterpoint to the blue and gray cooler kitchen palette.” A custom butcher block island and a blue glass backsplash add warmth and blend the couple’s love of midcentury modern style with inspiration from their travels. ABOVE | Tile backsplash: Beaver Tile & Stone, Suite 101 WARM IT UP Anne Strickland, of PORT Mfg. & Design, sees a trend in accents with warmer tones and patinas. “We have seen a lot of gray over the last couple of years and I think there comes a time where we design as a reaction to what we are used to seeing,” Strickland says. “Color, warmer wood tones, layered textures, and patinas that have a history and personality are things to look for. I meet a lot of people who have a zest for experiencing life through travel and passions, so why wouldn’t we want our homes to reflect that distinguished narrative?” RIGHT | Sconces: City Lights Detroit, Suite 98 TECH-FREE Create a technology-free zone in a quiet place to relax away from screens. “This window seat is a cozy place to read a good book or take in the stunning view,” says Jill Schumacher, of Rariden Schumacher Mio & Co. OPPOSITE PAGE | Window seat and pillow fabric: Rozmallin, Suite 60
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