Our Design-Build Process

Vertical integration is at the core of our practice. By unifying development, architecture, interior design, landscape architecture, and construction under one team, we provide a seamless client experience with a single point of accountability from acquisition through completion, streamlining decisions, reducing risk, and delivering custom and waterfront homes of enduring quality in Traverse City.

01. Due Diligence and Site Selection

02. Entitlements and Approvals

03. Site Planning and Concept Design

04. Architectural Design

05. Construction Budget and Feasibility

06. Interior Design

07. Landscape Design

08. Furniture, Fixtures & Equipment

Due Diligence and Site Selection

Every project begins with a comprehensive site evaluation to understand the property's opportunities, constraints, and development potential before design begins. Freshwater is frequently engaged during the site selection process to perform due diligence prior to closing, providing clients with the information needed to make confident investment decisions.

01. Due Diligence and Site Selection

02. Entitlements and Approvals

03. Site Planning and Concept Design

04. Architectural Design

05. Construction Budget and Feasibility

06. Interior Design

07. Landscape Design

08. Furniture, Fixtures & Equipment

01. Due Diligence and Site Selection

02. Entitlements and Approvals

03. Site Planning and Concept Design

04. Architectural Design

05. Construction Budget and Feasibility

06. Interior Design

07. Landscape Design

08. Furniture, Fixtures & Equipment

Due Diligence and Site Selection

Every project begins with a comprehensive site evaluation to understand the property's opportunities, constraints, and development potential before design begins. Freshwater is frequently engaged during the site selection process to perform due diligence prior to closing, providing clients with the information needed to make confident investment decisions.

Owner of Freshwater Lakefront Home

Alisson Richman

"We purchased a Freshwater lakefront home two years ago, and from the first moment we stepped foot in it, we knew it was the one. The craftsmanship and attention to detail are truly exceptional. The fully cedar shake home is perfectly situated to showcase the lake, creek, and natural surroundings while blending contemporary design with timeless Northern Michigan architecture. The quality of construction has been outstanding, and on the rare occasion that an issue arose, the developer responded immediately and resolved it professionally. It has been an excellent experience from start to finish, and we will gladly work with Freshwater Development again."

Invest.
Design. Build.

@ Copyright 2026. Freshwater Development Group LLC

Invest.
Design. Build.

@ Copyright 2026. Freshwater Development Group LLC