The Commons laundromat and cafe on east side to host grand opening gala
The Commons has finally opened. And it's hosting a family-friendly event on May 12 from 2 to 7 p.m.
The Villages
Following Jefferson eastbound, on either side, are several enclaves of fine urban living options, from historic homes to high rise apartments and condos – riverside, or inland, all with a view of downtown and minutes away from the vitality of downtown living and Belle Isle. Known as “The Villages,” these old and new neighborhoods will be connected with the RiverWalk at Gabriel Richard Park, offering a pedestrian linkage to downtown. The area is comprised of English Village, Islandview Village, West Village, East Village, and the East Riverfront, which runs from General Motors Renaissance Center to the Roostertail. Housing prices range from around $100,000 to $1 million. In addition to Belle Isle, Gabriel Richard, Owen, and Irma Henderson parks offer riverside public green space. Henderson Park includes a marina, playground, basketball court, fishing, and a running/walking path. West Village and Indian Village are probably the most well-known of these villages. Indian Village is the most affluent address, featuring mansions more than 100 years old on quiet, tree-lined streets. It sponsors the area’s most respected home and garden tour in June. During the growing season, the Indian Village Community Garden is open to the public. There area includes rental options like the historic Parkstone and Parkhurst apartments. Neighboring West Village offers less expensive, smaller homes of the same vintage, with a creative edge.
How one block can change a neighborhood: the case of Agnes Street and West Village
Two buildings were renovated to accommodate four businesses on Agnes Street. Since, the West Village has been on an upward economic trajectory that doesn't seem close to slowing down.
Empowerment Plan starts selling new line of coats, preps for move to larger West Village facility
But its mission to address the challenges of generational poverty through employment remains the same. It just has new tools in its belt to do so.
The 10 most interesting houses in Detroit
Detroit has its share of stunningly beautiful houses. It also has its share of interesting, unusual, and downright bizarre houses. We sent Anthony Lanzilote to photograph our 10 favorite.
Churches as business incubators? In some Detroit neighborhoods, absolutely
Typically thought of as inhabiting only the spiritual realm or providing support for the indigent, Detroit churches are branching out to be more than that for their neighborhoods—as business incubators and job skill trainers.
Corktown-based bicycle shop to open second location in West Village
Metropolis Cycles East will offer new and used bikes, locks, tires, and other accessories, and a full service repair facility.
Motor City Match completes first year of programming, 11 more businesses awarded grants
In the program's first year, Motor City Match has awarded $2 million in grants to 40 small businesses, leveraging over $13 million in total investment in the city.
The Eco-House: How a couple took green renovating to its limit
Since beginning renovations on their home in Detroit's West Village in 2013, Alessandra Carreon and Drew McUsic have considered the environmental effects of nearly all their decisions.
Cycling, sushi, and more: June development news round-up
It's been another busy month for development news in the city. Let's catch up on some of the biggest stories from the past four weeks.
