GRAND HAVEN, MI – Builder Douglas DeHaan chuckles when a Parade of Homes visitor asked how much it cost to build the elegant “Coastal Plantation” cottage he created on the shores of Lake Michigan. "A ...

Life can be chaotic, and our homes are our respite from the craziness. When I think of the ultimate space to unwind and feel safe, cottages come to mind. Whether it’s long-felt nostalgia from my ...

Despite the limited square footage of a Cottage, this residential design has withstood the test of time. Often spanning around 1,000-2,000 square feet, many are drawn to its simple yet cozy ...

If you’ve ever watched a Nancy Meyers movie and found yourself paying more attention to the kitchen than the plot, you’re not alone. There’s something about those warm, lived-in interiors, with their ...

Architect Daniel Kahan has a backstory for the new cottage-style residence he has designed for a double lot in the ocean block of Seaspray Avenue, one of the town’s oldest platted streets. The overall ...

For three years, the Beach Haven community in northeast Flagler County sat idle, a causality of the housing downturn that led to the Great Recession from late 2007 to mid-2009. Today, the coastal ...