News from Detroit

Birmingham/NYC dental practice opens downtown Detroit location

Model D Monday, November 02, 2015

Dr. Robert Di Pilla isn't your average dentist with a suburban practice. The dental surgeon caters to a list of high-profile clientele at his offices here in metro Detroit and in New York City. And he’s opening a third office in downtown Detroit this fall.

Midtown salon shutters, pop-up hub to open in its place

Model D Monday, November 02, 2015

A familiar business in Midtown's Cass Corridor is closing up shop and will be replaced by a pop-up boutique.

Pristine Impressions wins seed capital from Warrior Fund

Model D Monday, November 02, 2015

Wayne State junior Demetrius Dixon has expanded his business, Pristine Impressions, into a full-fledged property management company.

Detroit Experience Series returns with Oct. 24 tour of northwest Detroit

Detroit Experience Factory Thursday, October 22, 2015

The Detroit Experience Series returns this Saturday with a tour of northwest Detroit.

Artists seek to transform Livernois with installation along Avenue of Fashion

Model D Monday, October 19, 2015

Detroit artists Mandisa Smith and Najma Wilson are hoping to liven up the Avenue of Fashion with an installation that will fill the empty space of a Livernois Avenue boulevard median.

Detroit startup's app tracks behavior to help people manage disorders

Model D Monday, October 19, 2015

Birdhouse is working to expand its mobile app to include a wide variety of disorders and chronic conditions -- everything from developmental disabilities to chronic illnesses.

Healthy food company Savorfull grows product line, client base exponentially

Model D Monday, October 19, 2015

Savorfull has expanded its client base to include more professional sports teams, some universities, and airlines.

Artesian Farms' produce production ramps up as temps drop

Model D Monday, October 19, 2015

Artesian Farms Detroit took over an old industrial building at 12843 Artesian last year and turned it into a facility that could support vertical farming.

Detroit Future City releases guide to help residents steward vacant lots

Model D Monday, October 19, 2015

As the city of Detroit makes it easier for residents to purchase vacant lots in their neighborhoods, the Detroit Future City Implementation Office has developed a field guide for residents that informs them how to transform the empty land into neighborhood resources.

Varnum moves into new office in downtown Detroit

Model D Monday, October 19, 2015

The Varnum law firm quietly opened its newest office in downtown Detroit over the weekend, bringing another 20 jobs to the Motor City.

Woodbridge developer continues line of fable-themed rehabs with "Wonderland House"

Model D Monday, October 19, 2015

Everyone seems to have an opinion about Alex Pereira's redevelopment projects in Woodbridge. His latest, the "Wonderland House", is no exception.

Knight Cities Challenge returns, wants your ideas to help Detroit succeed

John S. and James L. Knight Foundation Monday, October 05, 2015

Last year, five winners from Detroit received Knight Cities Challenge grants. Applications for this year's challenge are open until Oct. 27.

Building Hugger: woman builder, home preserver, job creator

Model D Monday, October 05, 2015

"Once you prove yourself in the field you are accepted in the field," Swift says. "But there are still some social dogmas that make it hard to feel comfortable."

Detroit, Hamtramck swap soccer team, restaurant

Model D Monday, October 05, 2015

The cities of Hamtramck and Detroit have completed a swap of two of their star performers, with Rock City Eatery going to Detroit and the Detroit City FC moving to Hamtramck. Each move was made with growth in mind.

Font fight: Preserving Detroit's visual cultures

Model D Monday, October 05, 2015

"A lot of these signs are disappearing," says Krcmarik. "I've always liked the visual landscape here. Some of the anti-blight measures kind of destroy things. I have to keep it alive in some way even if I can't stop them from tearing down a building."

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