For homeowners

Beautifully designed. Exceptionally handled.

Thoughtful, elevated and fully guided, so the experience feels as luxurious as the home itself. Nothing overlooked. Nothing left to chance.

The hard part

The stressful part of building isn't the design.

It's the mental fatigue of decisions, and the time they demand. Second-guessing choices that once felt right. Time that quietly disappears into research, meetings, and follow-ups. Delays, change orders, and budget creep. A constant nagging that something might be missed.

And in the end, a home that doesn't quite feel how you imagined. We approach things differently.

Tonya Rineer and Carrie Vernier reviewing selections with homeowners at the studio

A clear path, from concept through construction

Designed, documented, and carried through the build.

    1

    with 3D visuals

    Develop the design

    We shape the layout, selections, and key details around how you actually live, so your home is not just beautiful, but practical, comfortable, and truly yours.

    • Layout and key details
    • Every selection, room by room
    • 3D visuals before anything is ordered
    2

    so the plan is protected

    Document it for your builder

    We translate the design into clear, builder-ready documentation, so bids are aligned, trades have direction, and fewer decisions are left open to interpretation.

    • Builder-ready plans and specifications
    • Electrical, cabinet and finish drawings
    • Documents that work as trade work orders
    3

    quietly handling it all

    Support the build

    We remain closely involved throughout construction: answering questions, identifying issues early, and keeping everything aligned as the project moves forward.

    • One point of contact for the trades
    • Site visits at the moments that matter
    • The design carried through as drawn
Sheet ID-4 · Kitchen · North elevation
17'-6"36"ABCD
A
Range hood. Custom wood surround, stain to match beams
B
Floating shelves. 2 1/2 in. solid, concealed brackets, blocking at 42 and 60 in.
C
Base cabinets. Full overlay, painted, soft-close, pulls per schedule
D
Countertop. 3 cm quartz, eased edge, 4 in. splash returns
An illustration of the kind of sheet a trade works from. Your set is drawn for your home.

A casual 15 minute call. You leave with a clear plan.

What this means for you

More than a designer: a construction expert by your side.

A beautiful home doesn't happen by chance. It's the result of thoughtful decisions, carried through with care, long after the initial vision takes shape.

  • ✓Decisions are clear and guided
  • ✓Your builder has direction from day one
  • ✓The details are thought through before they become problems
  • ✓You're not left holding everything together

What it feels like with the right support

Building our custom home felt overwhelming: so many decisions and deadlines. Adamo made the process not just manageable, but enjoyable. We always felt confident in our choices, everything stayed on track, and now we're living in a home we truly love.

Stephanie Scheper · Bruce Twp, MI

We thought we were hiring Tonya for selections, but she became so much more. From guiding decisions to advocating during the build, she brought clarity, confidence, and support every step of the way. We truly couldn't have done it without her.

Rick and Mary Toepel · Washington Twp, MI

Tonya wasn't just a designer. She was a light in the process. She helped us navigate decisions, communicate with our builder, and manage the bumps along the way.

Emily Stefanic · Oakland Twp, MI

We used Tonya for the design of our new home in Lake Orion. We told her upfront we wanted something a little different but not crazy and a secret room. Got them all and wouldn't change a thing.

Steven Frost · Lake Orion, MI

Frequently asked

The questions you might be asking.

What types of projects do you take on?

We focus on full-home design for custom builds and large-scale renovations.

How involved will I need to be?

As involved as you'd like to be. We guide the process, present clear options, and handle the details, so you can stay engaged in the decisions without being overwhelmed by them.

Can you work with our architect or builder?

Yes, absolutely. We collaborate with your builder and architect throughout the entire process, design conception to key turnover, ensuring the design is clearly communicated and carried through as intended.

At what stage should we bring you in?

Ideally, we're involved during the planning phase, before key decisions are made, so the design, details, and documentation can be developed with clarity from the start.

I'm out of state. Can we still work together?

Yes. We regularly work with clients who are not local. We've structured our process so everything moves forward regardless of location, and when needed we coordinate site visits at key moments.

Do you offer consultations or smaller projects?

We focus on comprehensive design engagements. This allows us to be fully involved in the process and deliver the level of detail and continuity our work requires.

Do you offer furnishings or decor?

Not as a stand-alone service. When a project calls for it, we collaborate with a trusted network of professionals we know and work well with, and stay closely involved throughout.

Planning a build or a whole-home renovation?