We are an architecture firm located in Ann Arbor, Michigan, and provide services for commercial, non-profit, and multi-family projects throughout southeast Michigan. We invite you to explore our site to see some examples of our work, learn more about our approach, and connect with our team to discuss how we can help you realize your dream on your next project.
Cornerstone Design Inc was founded in 1989 to provide a full range of architectural services to commercial clients. Projects have included both new construction and renovations, and the firm's experience has broadened to include single and multi-family residential and non-profit work. Founder, Richard L. Henes AIA Emeritus, started Cornerstone in response to a perceived need for a "construction-smart" architect. Rich retired at the end of 2016. The firm is now led by David Esau AIA, who became a principal in 1995.
For this house in Ann Arbor, Cornerstone Design developed a design for a master suite addition which was sensitive to the original, early-modernist design of the house. The addition is at the right side of the picture. This client had a large unfinished basement, and a strong desire for an "endless" type pool for swimming. The project also included a kitchen, bathroom, office space, and spare bedroom.