Starkweather Lofts - Plymouth, Michigan

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A new fly-by view of Starkweather Lofts, a proposed multi-family development in Plymouth, Michigan designed by Fusco, Shaffer and Pappas of Farmington Hills and being developed by DevMar Development and Burton-Katzman, LLC. Starkweather Lofts (formerly Starkweather Station) -- named as an homage to Plymouth's earliest settlers, the William and Keziah Starkweather family -- will bring modern construction and amenities to apartment living. The nearly six-acre site, located on the north side of Plymouth Road east of N. Holbrook Street, will consist of two four-story apartment buildings, two homes, an open green space with many mature trees preserved, a walking path and a small park connecting the community to Plymouth's Old Village. Mark DeMaria, project visionary and principal for DevMar Development, has brought together an impressive team of talent on the project, including his development partner Burton-Katzman LLC. -- a Bingham Farms real estate development company with roots dating back to 1912 -- and the award-winning architectural firm Fusco, Shaffer and Pappas of Farmington Hills. Robert Katzman, principal for Burton-Katzman, said his company is looking forward to working with DeMaria to create a modern complex that will offer young professionals and others looking for high-quality living accommodations as an alternative to the older structures in Plymouth. "We've found there is a strong demand for luxury multi-family housing among young professionals, empty-nesters, and young couples who aren't ready to commit to buying homes or condominiums, but who still want modern amenities that rival condo quality," DeMaria said. "They want high ceilings, quality building materials and high-end features. "What they're looking for is all of the amenities you might find in a new condo or loft development, but in an apartment setting. Many of these people are starting in their careers and aren't sure where their jobs or the market will take them. Multi-family housing is the perfect option for them." Deciding where to build his project wasn't a difficult one for DeMaria. "Plymouth is a great town," he said. "It's got a suburban-urban feel with a very walkable downtown -- wonderful shops and restaurants. The community here is amazing. There are so many activities that draw people together like the Plymouth Winter Fest, Art in the Park and so many concerts and events. There's even a Farmers Market here. It's just a great place to live." IN THE NEWS: The Plymouth Observer ~ http://www.hometownlife.com/article/20130920/NEWS15/309200022/Plymouth-planners-give-preliminary-OK-complex The Plymouth-Canton Patch ~ http://plymouth-mi.patch.com/groups/business-news/p/plymouth-starkweather-station-apartments-gain-preliminary-approval http://www.devmardevelopment.com