Updated: Dec 04, 2025
Location and Projects
Address
108 B SOUTH MAIN, Chelsea, MI, 48118
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Giraffe Design Build Construction
Giraffe Design Build LLC has specialized in sustainable new home construction and residential renovations for over 27 years, serving Ann Arbor, Chelsea, and surrounding communities in Michigan. The firm’s portfolio includes ground-up modern builds, historic district renovations, and additions for properties in neighborhoods such as Water Hill, Old West Side, and Dixboro, as well as collaborative projects on Baw Beese Lake in Hillsdale. Giraffe Design Build’s team of designers, craftsmen, and artisans focuses on environmentally conscious building practices, emphasizing the creation of projects that enhance daily living while supporting stewardship of both home and environment. The company’s expertise includes reimagining existing spaces with thoughtful design and sustainable materials.
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Giraffe Design Build LLC Contact Information
Phone Number: (847) 692-4444
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Address: 108 B SOUTH MAIN, Chelsea, MI 48118
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Giraffe Design Build LLC Chelsea
Quality
108
95th percentile
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We generally recommend hiring a contractor with a score higher than 95.
Giraffe Design Build LLC has a BuildZoom score of 108, which places them above 95% of 167,179 contractors in Michigan.
Activity
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11 projects
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2025 |
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5 projects
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2024 |
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5 projects
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2023 |
Our building permit records indicate that Giraffe Design Build LLC has worked on at least
21.0 projects over the past 3 years.
This is an overview of this contractor's activity. Click here to access our complete licensing and building permit database.
This is an overview of this contractor's activity. Click here to access our complete licensing and building permit database.
Experience
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10 projects
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Home Additions |
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5 projects
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Multi-room remodels |
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4 projects
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Kitchen remodels |
Analyzing permits over the last 4 years shows that Giraffe Design Build LLC mostly works on
home addition
and multi-room remodel
projects.
Pricing
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2 projects
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$20k-$50k |
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6 projects
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$50k-$100k |
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5 projects
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$100k-$250k |
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2 projects
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$250k-$500k |
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1 project
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$500k-$1mil |
The typical size of their permits is approximately $95,000. This graph shows the distribution of these job values.
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Building Permits by Giraffe Design Build LLC
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Alteration to interior of structure to include non load-bearing walls and stair reconfiguration new windows electrical mechanical and plumbing upgrades
Valuation:
$350,000
Permit #:
BLDGR25-0401
Status:
issued
Fee:
$3,805
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Rear addition on a slab foundation and main floor renovation including new windows updated bathrooms and kitchen
Valuation:
$195,000
Permit #:
BLDGR25-0871
Status:
issued
Fee:
$2,224
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
**transferred fees paid to bldgr25-0942** finish upstairs of garage for a guest suite. plumbing electrical and gas service already installed by another contractor. new deck kitchenette bathroom and living space
Valuation:
$70,000
Permit #:
BLDGR25-0899
Status:
voided
Fee:
$990
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Rework of second floor including but not limited to modifications to the existing framing and existing mechanical systems as required by the new floor plan. also including new trim base white oak flooring electrical fixtures doors throughout the second level in the hallway primary bedroom primary closet guest room and guest (common) bathroom. modifications to an existing hall closet t... see more
Valuation:
$165,000
Permit #:
BLDGR23-0173
Status:
expired
Fee:
$1,918
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
**transferred fees paid from bldgr25-0899** finish upstairs of garage for a guest suite. plumbing electrical and gas service already installed by another contractor. new deck kitchenette bathroom and living space
Valuation:
$70,000
Permit #:
BLDGR25-0942
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
299 sf sunroom addition to replace existing enclosed porch. includes 43 sf shed. work to include rebuild replacement of existing deck
Valuation:
$120,000
Permit #:
BLDGR25-0016
Status:
final
Fee:
$1,459
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Whole-home remodel with (2) large 2-story additions totaling 1 433 sf of new added space in addition to approx. 2 500 sf of remodeled space
Valuation:
$750,000
Permit #:
ELECR24-3278
Status:
final
Fee:
$450
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
* added $105 000 to valuation for revision request dated 12/01/2025 * whole-home remodel with (2) large 2-story additions totaling 1 433 sf of new added space in addition to approx. 2 500 sf of remodeled space
Valuation:
$855,000
Permit #:
BLDGR24-0418
Status:
triage
Fee:
$8,615
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Rework of 1st floor with removal of chimney and minor roof repair. new scope within the 1st floor area of house includes but is not limited to removal of noted casework finishes and fixtures reframing of interior openings rework of electrical plumbing & hvac components and installation of new casework fixtures and finishes per plan
Valuation:
$75,000
Permit #:
BLDGR22-3271
Status:
final
Fee:
$1,044
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Full gut renovation of the existing primary bathroom and laundry room within their current footprints along with minor updates to the primary bedroom
Valuation:
$95,000
Permit #:
BLDGR25-1340
Status:
issued
Fee:
$1,260
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
New 1-story addition over a finished walkout basement located in the rear yard
Valuation:
$300,000
Permit #:
ELECR24-2646
Status:
final
Fee:
$247
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
New 1-story addition over a finished walkout basement located in the rear yard
Valuation:
$300,000
Permit #:
BLDGR24-0802
Status:
final
Fee:
$3,295
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
500 sf sunroom addition in the location of an existing enclosed porch. work to also include rebuilding of an existing deck
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
SOIL25-0004
Status:
issued
Fee:
$345
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
*permit cancelled by contractor* renovation of the existing kitchen and dining room including but not limited to modifications to the existing framing and existing mechanical systems as required by the new floor plan. as well as new window cabinets countertops ceramic tile backsplash electrical and plumbing fixtures drywall and new hardwood flooring in the kitchen/dining room
Valuation:
$59,465
Permit #:
BLDGR22-3328
Status:
canceled
Fee:
$871
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Addition a new approx. 476 sf 2nd floor addition in place of existing partial height 2nd floor loft space
Valuation:
$150,000
Permit #:
BLDGR24-1817
Status:
triage
Fee:
$1,765
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
New 1-story garage addition in the location of an existing carport. additional work includes a basement bathroom renovation and misc. interior renovation projects
Valuation:
$90,000
Permit #:
BLDGR23-1740
Status:
expired
Fee:
$1,206
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
New screen porch + breezeway addition over existing deck structure. new addition requires (3) 14"x48 concrete pier footings
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
SOIL22-2184
Status:
expired
Fee:
$400
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Demolish and remodel existing sfh bathroom. no change to footprint. update plumbing electrical and cabinetry fixtures
Valuation:
$41,945
Permit #:
BLDGR24-2368
Status:
final
Fee:
$725
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Kitchen remodel sink stays in same location. replace water heater
Valuation:
$75,000
Permit #:
PLUMR22-3672
Status:
expired
Fee:
$60
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
1-story side addition (includes screen porch and insulated breezeway) on existing deck structure
Valuation:
$70,000
Permit #:
BLDGR22-3276
Status:
final
Fee:
$990
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
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License Not Verified
| License # | 2102140192 |
| Status | Active |
| State | Michigan |
| Type | Residential Builder Company |
- When BuildZoom last verified this license, it had an expiration date of May, 2026. Check the current license status of Giraffe Design Build LLC with the Michigan Department of Licensing & Regulatory Affairs
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License Not Verified
| License # | 2102140192 |
| Status | Active |
| State | Michigan |
| Type | Residential Builder Company |
- When BuildZoom last verified this license, it had an expiration date of May, 2026. Check the current license status of Giraffe Design Build LLC with the Michigan Department of Licensing & Regulatory Affairs
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License Not Verified
| License # | 2102140192 |
| Status | Active |
| State | Michigan |
| Type | Builder - Company |
- When BuildZoom last verified this license, it had an expiration date of May, 2017. Check the current license status of Giraffe Design Build LLC with the Michigan Department of Licensing & Regulatory Affairs
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Inactive License
| License # | CONT-140104 |
| Status | Inactive |
| City | Ann Arbor |
| Type | Contractor |
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Inactive License
| License # | CONT-1304 |
| Status | Inactive |
| City | Ann Arbor |
| Type | Contractor |
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108
BuildZoom Score
Insured
| Insurer | Auto Owners Ins Co |
125
Permits
- Building permit records show that Giraffe Design Build LLC has worked on 125 permitted projects.
Giraffe Design Build LLC Employees
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Clarke, Martin Edwin
Owner
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Giraffe Design Build Llc
Owner