Revive + Restore
Focused, Impactful Home Refreshes — Now Available from Meadowlark in the Ann Arbor, Michigan Area, including Chelsea, Dexter, Plymouth, and more.
Your home works. But it doesn’t work for you. The finishes are tired. The lighting might be harsh. And every time you walk in, you feel like it belongs to a different decade. Does this sound familiar?
Not every home needs a full gut renovation. If your space works but looks a little tired, Meadowlark’s Revive+Restore projects offer a way to love your home again. No layout changes, just cosmetic updates and lighter touch pull+replace projects to refresh your space and reflect your style.
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Refresh Key Spaces — Kitchen, Bath, or Beyond — Without a Full Renovation
Your space has good bones. You like the layout. But the cabinets may be dated. The tile’s seen better days. Or the whole room just feels… off.
That’s exactly where Revive+Restore comes in. It’s remodeling with restraint. We keep the bones, the flow, the parts you still love — and thoughtfully update what no longer fits. No gut job. Just the right changes, in the right places, to make your space feel like yours again.
We’ll help you:
- Identify the areas that need attention, such as cosmetic and functional updates
- Choose finishes, materials, and fixtures that fit your style
- Refresh your space without major disruption
Whether it’s a kitchen refresh, partial bathroom remodel, or a few pull-and-replace cosmetic updates throughout your home, Meadowlark brings the same design expertise and craftsmanship to every project — big or small.
From Spare Room to Stylish Sanctuary: One Homeowner’s Office Revive + Restore
The homeowner came to Meadowlark needing help with a dedicated home office for her occasional remote work. Meadowlark helped transform an underutilized room into a warm, functional workspace that complements the home’s Craftsman-inspired character.
The design replaced an outdated L-shaped desk and mismatched shelving with a custom-built straight-run desk—crafted as deep as possible and integrated seamlessly into a new built-in bookcase near the room’s window.
- The top of the bookcase featured open shelving for display, while closed storage below keeps clutter tucked away.
- A drawer bank adds practical storage beneath the work surface, and the corner of the desk was deepened to accommodate dual monitors.
- Painted cabinetry was carefully selected to coordinate with a new wallpaper accent wall of William Morris’s Strawberry Thief print.
- Chair rail detailing added visual richness without overwhelming the cozy space.
The result is a thoughtfully tailored office that fits the homeowner’s current needs while bringing harmony and polish to the room.
“Meadowlark did two projects for us recently. We did a big concrete deck replacement with upgraded railing that was necessary for repairs. We also built a small office with a built-in desk, bookshelves, and wallpaper. They did an excellent job on both projects with emphasis on communication, budget, quality of work, and attention to detail. I’d definitely recommend Meadowlark for design and build services.”
- Melissa J.
Small Changes, Big Impact: A Home Reimagined Before Move-In
When this homeowner relocated from out of town, they found a house with solid bones and great potential—but it needed a refresh before move-in day.
Meadowlark stepped in with a Revive+Restore approach, updating the home in smart, impactful ways that honored the existing structure while transforming key spaces.
- Throughout the home, fresh paint set the stage.
- In the kitchen, we kept the original cabinetry but gave it new life with a coat of paint, pairing it with updated countertops, a new sink and faucet, stylish tile behind the stove, and new appliances.
- The family bathroom received a similar light-touch transformation: the vanity was painted, countertops replaced, and existing sinks and faucets reinstalled to stay on budget.
- In the powder room, we swapped out the flooring, added a ready-made vanity, and installed eye-catching lighting.
- New hardwood floors were installed in the dining and living rooms, and the remaining first-floor hardwoods were refinished and stained to match.
What is a Revive+Restore Project?
A Simpler Way to Renovate the Space You Already Love
A Revive+Restore project is a focused home refresh that brings out the best in your space, without knocking down walls, rerouting plumbing, or diving into months-long construction.
Instead of starting from scratch, we work with your existing layout and upgrade the elements that make the biggest impact, such as:
- Cabinets and countertops
- Tile and flooring
- Fixtures and faucets
- Lighting and finishes
- Paint and surface materials
With Revive+Restore, you get all the benefits of a refreshed space, minus the disruption of a full-scale renovation.
We work within the space you already love and guide you through choices that make the biggest impact — from finishes to fixtures and everything in between.
After we finalize the design, our team handles everything that comes next — from ordering materials to keeping the schedule on track.
That means helping you choose materials that fit your style and budget, placing orders so everything arrives on time, and coordinating the schedule so work happens when it’s supposed to — no guessing, no waiting around.
We make sure the right people show up on the right days with the right materials, and we keep things moving so your project finishes on time, just as planned. No chasing down subcontractors. No juggling timelines. No surprises
You stay focused on the vision. We handle the rest.
Kitchen Updates
Your kitchen doesn’t need to be rebuilt; it just needs to feel like yours. Whether it’s outdated cabinets, worn countertops, or just a style that’s stuck in another decade, our partial kitchen remodels help modernize and personalize the space you use every day.
Common Updates:
- Replace kitchen countertops and cabinets
- New tile, flooring, or lighting
- Updated appliances and hardware
- Fresh finishes and paint
Bathroom Updates
Create a more functional, relaxing space with minimal disruption. Our bathroom refreshes and updates are perfect for powder rooms, hall baths, or your primary suite and are an ideal solution for homeowners planning a partial bathroom remodel in Ann Arbor without a full-scale renovation.
Common Updates:
- Vanity and countertop replacement
- Updated tile and flooring
- New plumbing, fixtures, and lighting
- Style-forward touches that elevate the space
Other Home Cosmetic Updates
Our refreshes don’t stop at kitchens and baths. Revive+Restore can bring new life to spaces throughout your home — from basements and mudrooms to home offices and living areas.
Common spaces we update:
- Mudrooms — smarter storage, updated finishes, improved flow
- Home offices — better lighting, built-ins, sound control
- Basements — brighter finishes, flooring upgrades, space reconfiguration
- Laundry rooms — cabinet updates, new countertops, better layout
- Entryways and halls — improved lighting, trim, and visual cohesion
- Living spaces — fireplace facelifts, custom built-ins, refreshed paint, and materials
Is Revive+Restore Right for You?
Revive+Restore is the ideal fit for Michigan homeowners who:
- Want to update a kitchen, bath, or living space without altering the existing floor plan
- Thought Meadowlark only handled full-scale renovations
- Live in or near Ann Arbor, Chelsea, Dexter, Pinckney, Plymouth, Northville, or Saline
- Are planning updates that don’t require structural work
- Interested in cosmetic upgrades that keep the current layout intact
- Want expert design and craftsmanship, even for smaller-scope projects
- Are seeking minimal or no-demo renovation ideas
Not Sure What Kind of Project You Need?
You’re not alone — a lot of homeowners aren’t sure where to start.
Maybe you’ve been dreaming about a few cosmetic updates. Maybe you’ve heard of “no-demo” renovations and wonder if that’s the right fit. Or perhaps you just know something needs to change but you’re not sure how big the change should be.
That’s where we come in. Our team will help you evaluate your space, define your goals, and guide you down the right path for your Ann Arbor remodeling journey.
We’ll walk through your space together, talk about what’s working (and what’s not), and help you define what a successful remodel looks like for you. Whether it’s a light-touch Revive+Restore project or something more involved, we’ll help you find the right path forward — one that fits your goals, your timeline, and your life.
From the first conversation to the final walkthrough, we guide the process with the same care, creativity, and craftsmanship Meadowlark is known for.
Proudly Serving the Ann Arbor Area & Surrounding Michigan Communities
We offer Revive+Restore remodeling services in:
- Ann Arbor
- Chelsea
- Dexter
- Pinckney
- Plymouth
- Northville
- Saline
If you’re nearby but don’t see your town listed, reach out — we’re happy to discuss your project.
Let’s Bring New Life to the Spaces You Use Every Day
Whether you’re dreaming of a kitchen refresh, planning a partial bathroom remodel, or just looking for ideas to turn your house into the home you've always wanted, we’re here to help.
Start with a conversation.
You talk. We listen. Together, we’ll make something great!
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