North End resident collective meets crowdfunding goal to turn house into affordable artist space
A collective of neighbors envisions 999 King as an affordable space for artists to work as well as a 3D printing lab.
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How Congress of Communities’ youth-led center could be a model for collaborative, inclusive design
The resident-led organizing and advocacy group is renovating a house in Southwest Detroit that will serve as a community space.
National nonprofit NPower launches tech training program in Detroit
NPower aims to connect underemployed and unemployed young Detroiters to high-demand tech jobs.
Old Soul Vintage prepares for February opening in Midtown
Old Soul Vintage combines founder Mary Capicchioni's love of music, fashion, and giving back in new collaborative, community-oriented space opening in Midtown.
Where coworking meets culture: Seat Detroit aims to build community for entrepreneurs
Seat Detroit aims to offer more than a desk to work and free coffee — founder Que Roland says she's building community in new Eastern Market space.
From the east side to northwest side, here are the hottest Detroit neighborhoods for dining in 2020
Fine dining, coffee shops and everything in between are in store for Detroit diners this year.
2020 vision: The people, trends, projects, and stories we’re watching
The Model D team weighs in on the people, projects, trends, and stories to watch out for in 2020 and shares what they're excited for in the new year.
Think locally, act locally: Where to shop small for holiday gifts in Detroit
Skip the Black Friday lines and head to your local small business for unique, locally made holiday gifts.
Coup D’etat lifestyle boutique opening in New Center
Coup D'etat in New Center is a culmination of Angela Wisniewski's experience in media and lifelong interest in creating a retail experience.
Applications now open for Kresge Innovative Projects: Detroit grants for local nonprofits
Kresge Innovative Projects: Detroit (KIP:D) has awarded 99 grants since 2015 for a total of $10.4 million across the city for projects ranging from repurposing of vacant lots for creative green uses to shared kitchen spaces for neighborhood co-ops.
