Michigan Building Design

06/10/2026

It's not the sexiest topic, but you might be surprised to find out that designing a home for accessibility doesn't mean making it look institutional. In fact, a home designed for aging-in-place often means it's more spacious, airy, and easier to navigate for any age or ability. Read today's blog post to learn more!

As more homeowners think long-term about comfort, accessibility, and independence, designing a barndominium for aging-in-place is an important consideration.

06/05/2026

Another beautiful build from Innovative Land Solutions, one of our favorite clients in Northern Michigan! We've done multiple post-frame construction plans for ILS and they're a fantastic builder to work with.

05/30/2026

Michigan Building Design was interviewed by the Cadillac News this week, talking about the popularity and affordability of barndos.

This is a conversation we have with many of the people who call us for barndominium plans - while there are cost advantages to post frame homes, at times a traditional stick-framed home is the cheaper option. We'll link to our blog post about that topic in the comments!

For local residents, don't miss the full article on the Cadillac News site!
https://www.cadillacnews.com/news/barndominiums-are-trending-in-the-cadillac-area-are-they-affordable/article_5140bcb4-d04c-4d43-8579-68e2487758a5.html

05/20/2026

We're so excited to see an MBD design in the wild - and you can too!

If you're in the Traverse City area this weekend, don't miss out on Heartwood Ciders grand opening weekend, starting Friday with awesome giveaways!

We got a sneak preview of their selection, and these ciders are delicious! They have a little something for every palate, plus charcuterie from a nearby farm.

Congratulations Heartwood! Cheers to the holiday weekend, and to the beginning of a new adventure!

03/29/2026

Before you build a pole barn, make sure you cover all your bases! Michigan may not have a lot of natural disasters, but we do have to deal with a lot of snow.

Will your building be ready to withstand the heavy snow loads? Will you lose access to your doors when the snow slides off the roof?

Read this post to understand some key features of pole barns in Michigan!

There are some key things to know before building a pole barn in Michigan. Our substantial snow loads can drive many design considerations.

03/18/2026

We're located right in the heart of the ice storm that hit this weekend, so we appreciate everyone's patience as we catch up after the power outage delays! The ice is beautiful, but it has been very destructive. This is just life in Michigan!

02/26/2026

All-weather designs take into consideration insulation, roof design, wind resistance, humidity control, and landscaping to ensure longevity and comfort in your post frame building. For building plans that account for seasonal changes, your intended use, your builder's preferences and more, let Michigan Building Design help! We provide permit-ready, sealed building plans from a licensed engineer, and our team provides continued support throughout the construction process.

Designing your post frame building for all weather is key to maintaining longevity, comfort and efficiency. Make sure you take these factors into account!

01/21/2026

When designing your dream barndo, what are your priorities? A barndo floorplan that includes 3D views can help you visualize how things fit together, so you can refine the layout in a way that aligns with your goals.
If you want help designing the perfect home, Michigan Building Design can help you with barndo floor layouts and pole barn plans - get started today so you're ready to break ground as soon as it warms up!

01/05/2026

Is 2026 the year you add a pole barn to your property? Is this the year you move into your dream barndo? Whether you want to build it yourself or hire a contractor, getting plans from a licensed structural engineer is the best way to ensure your investment is designed to withstand the Michigan snow loads. Every plan from Michigan Building Design comes with 3D renderings so you can see exactly how your post frame building will look! Get started with MBD today so that you're ready to break ground as soon as the snow melts!

12/15/2025

Metal building kits are often a budget-friendly, fast way to build. However, metal buildings need building- and site- specific foundation plans to ensure structural integrity. And due to their unique structure (light-weight and prone to certain types of flexing!), you really need a licensed engineer who understands the loading properties of metal buildings. At Michigan Building Design, we have the expertise to design a metal building foundation that can help enhance the longevity of your investment!

Metal building kits are a great way to add an affordable building to your property, but they don't come with foundation plans. Here's what you need to know!