Detroit Renovations
Revisit these 5 Curbed Detroit stories that have nothing to do with coronavirus
If you need a little distraction, here’s some great writing about Detroit from the last few months.
Fitzgerald Revitalization update: fewer homes, longer timeline, realistic expectations
The new goal is for 76 homes to be rehabbed by 2024.
The multi-year journey to make a concrete Yamasaki building net zero energy
EcoWorks has embarked on a green renovation of its unique office building. But it’s been more challenging than expected.
Investment property alert: Solid brick fourplex in North End asks $298K
Also comes with three tenants.
Resources for renovating your historic Detroit home
Thinking of renovating your home this year? Here are some resources to get you through it.
Curbed Detroit’s most popular stories of 2019
Check out the most-read articles from the past year.
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Mapping the 12 biggest redevelopments underway in Detroit
These buildings are getting ready for their next act.
Detroit’s most beautiful homes of 2019
Some spectacular homes went up for sale this past year.
This rebuilt East Village bungalow was saved from demolition and made anew
The impressive renovation took a year to finish and has already sold.
‘Down-to-the-studs’ renovation in La Salle Gardens lists for $389,000
This home from 1922 has come a long way.
Check out the amazing turnaround of a Second Empire home on Vinewood Street
The home, which dates all the way back to 1877, once seemed destined for demolition.
Renovations nearly complete, Woodbridge townhomes now ready for tenants
It’s been almost a decade since work first started at LaFerte Terrace on the northern edge of Woodbridge.
Astounding Woodbridge rehab with new everything lists for under $400K
Just look at these "before" photos.
This new Airbnb in Detroit is a loving tribute to Motown
Motown (that’s what I want).
Developer of ‘Up’ home finishes duplex, starts new apartment building next door
The two colorful projects will be part of a pocket neighborhood in Woodbridge.
Meet the couple doing designer renovations of modest homes in Detroit neighborhoods
Most of the homes are under 1,000 square feet and sell for less than $100,000. All are charming.
Renovating with respect
How a couple redid a North End home while preserving its history.
Rehab this quirky East Village bungalow for $85K
This home will require a lot of work, but has potential
Completely redone Corktown home sells for $385K
This cute house was entirely rebuilt and featured many modern finishes.
Former school in Midtown to transform into workspace, ‘business ecosystem’
Industry Detroit will offer workforce development programs and office space.
Redevelopment starts at Milwaukee Junction’s ‘Illuminated Mural’ building
Chroma will house coworking space and the city’s largest food hall by the end of the year.
A childhood home, found through the Land Bank, gets a second life
A chance look through the Land Bank’s listings found a returning Detroiter’s childhood home.
Sneak peek inside the Farwell Building
The Capitol Park building will reopen in 2019 after being vacant for 35 years.
Vacant Jefferson-Chalmers buildings to be rehabbed for apartments
23 apartments will be available in the two buildings, which have been vacant for decades.
Photos: The Metropolitan Building opens its doors for the first time in nearly 40 years
Another nearly-demolished downtown building has opened after an extensive restoration.
The Metropolitan Building set to open after nearly 40 year vacancy
The elegant downtown building will reopen on Monday. The Element Hotel will open in the building by the end of the year.
Curbed Detroit’s top homes of 2018
From historic mansions to thoughtful renovations, here are ten houses that got a lot of attention in 2018.
Michigan Central Station renovations start with winterization
The first phase of construction is underway at the old train station, as Ford has started work protecting the building from the elements.
New marquee lands at the Fillmore Detroit
After a summer of renovations, a new marquee has made its way to the front of the Fillmore.
Inside Aretha Franklin’s former Detroit home
The 1927 Detroit Golf Club home will undergo extensive renovations.
In Woodbridge, vacant townhouses come back to life
Long vacant properties will soon have new tenants, as LaFerte Terrace undergoes a big renovation.
Inside the former disaster mansion, now a restored Indian Village gem
The historic Indian Village house has been transformed after it was vacant for 25 years.
Restored Indian Village home opens its doors for holiday tour
A handsome restoration of this home is one of the draws on this year’s Indian Village holiday home tour.
Brick + Beam to expand renovation workshop offerings in 2019
New grant funding will support the hire of an executive director, plus increased classes for home rehabbers in Detroit.
Which recent Detroit building renovation has been your favorite?
Which restoration has been the most impressive to you?
Eastern Market egg building to convert into retail, event, and coworking space
Over the next few months, the building’s interior and exterior will transform into a new activated space.
Detroit City Fieldhouse opens after renovations
Rec soccer and lacrosse leagues are now running at the newly renovated fieldhouse.
The Hamilton Midtown reopens after $12M renovation
Formerly the Milner Arms, the 105-year-old building is now open to residents after a fresh renovation and a new ballroom.
Rehabbed townhouse in Corktown rents for $2,500/month
This four-bedroom townhouse was basically a shell at the beginning of the year.