The Shutter House

Welcome to Detroit Home Magazines 2011 "House of The Year". A landmark home on one of the most desired streets in all of Birmingham. The "Shutter House" as it has been named was designed with a Japanese aesthetic, yet built for warmth and comfort. The result is a marriage of a Zen Tea House and a Northwest Boathouse, both of which were reflected in the tear sheets that the owner had assembled. This contemporary masterpiece rests on an incredibly private ravine just steps from town. The property has won numerous design awards incl.: 2013 AIA Michigan Honor Award & AIA Detroit Honor Award, 2012 & 2011 Detroit Home Design Awards (Master Suite -Deck/Patio/Porch, Large Remodel Over 1,000 square feet Addition Project & Contemporary Architecture Under 4,000) Fireplaces in living and family rooms. Cathedral ceiling in living room. Wood beams. Spacious master suite with three walk-in-closets, his and hers sinks, steam shower, soaking tub and sitting area. Very private covered balcony off master