Strata Design

🏆 May employee of the Month — Tony Mariani!

Tony wears a lot of hats around here — and he wears them all well. As a warehouse associate and delivery driver, Tony keeps our operations moving day in and day out. But lately he's gone above and beyond by jumping in to help on install projects in the field, bringing that same reliability and work ethic wherever he's needed.

Tony is exactly the kind of team member who makes Strata Design run the way it does — dependable, versatile, and always ready to step up. We're grateful to have him on the crew!

Congratulations, Tony — well deserved! 👏

We're proud to share that Strata Design has been featured in Traverse City Business News as part of a spotlight on local Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs)! 🎉

Being an ESOP isn't just a business structure — it's a reflection of our belief that the people who show up every day and pour their talent into their work should have a real stake in what they're building. Our employee-owners are the reason Strata Design is what it is, and recognition like this is a testament to the culture they've created.

Thank you to Traverse City Business News for shining a light on the power of employee ownership right here in northern Michigan. We're honored to be among the local companies leading the way. Please visit their website to read more. https://www.tcbusinessnews.com/

What a day to be part of the Architectural Woodwork Institute Great Lakes Chapter!

We kicked off our Spring meeting this week in Detroit with a tour of GANAS — one of the newest members of the AWI family — and wow, did they make an impression. Their shop is housed in a former Detroit manufacturing plant that has been brought back to life, and walking through it felt like watching the city's industrial spirit get a second act. The craftsmanship, the energy, the space itself — it all hit differently knowing what this building has been through.

After the tour, the group wrapped up the day the only way that made sense: catching the Tigers game together. Good baseball, good people.

This is exactly what AWI chapter meetings are about — getting out of the conference room, seeing real work happening in real spaces, and building the kind of relationships that actually move this industry forward.

Huge thanks to the team at GANAS for opening their doors and showing us what they're building. Welcome to the family. 🔨

📍 Detroit, MI | AWI Great Lakes Chapter Spring Meeting

🏆 Congratulations to our April Employee of the Month — Louis Murringer!

Louis has been an outstanding member of our production team as a Machine Operator, and we're thrilled to announce his well-earned promotion to Box Line Team Lead.

Well done, Louis — your hard work and dedication don't go unnoticed. Excited to see you thrive in your new role! 🌟

Strata Design

🚀 BIG NEWS — Our new website is LIVE!

We've been busy behind the scenes, and today we're thrilled to pull back the curtain on something we're incredibly proud of. 👇

🌐 www.stratadesign.com

This isn't just a website — it's a window into everything Strata stands for. From our latest projects to company updates, it's your go-to hub for staying connected with our community and seeing our work come to life.

✅ Explore our portfolio
✅ Stay up to date with what we're building
✅ Get to know the people behind the projects

We created this space for YOU — our clients, partners, and community. Because great millwork deserves to be seen.

Head over, take a look around, and let us know what you think in the comments. We'd love to hear from you! 💬

👉 www.stratadesign.com

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Strata Design Commercial contractors, architects and end users throughout the United States, utilize Strata Design casework in their projects. Architects specify Strata laminate casework and countertops in their Division 12 specifications for hospitals, labs, medical office buildings, and schools.

Proud to share a recent win for our team — a highly successful renovation at Grand Valley State University’s Battle Creek campus.

This project had the odds stacked against us from day one:
• Fast-tracked schedule with zero room for delay
• A brand-new general contractor we had never partnered with before
• And the added complexities that come with any active renovation environment

Despite all of that, our team delivered exactly what we promise — On Time, In Full, with the level of quality, coordination, and attention to detail our partners count on. The final result turned out fantastic, and every party involved walked away proud of the outcome.

Projects like this are why we love what we do. On to the next. 💪

Proud to showcase our work on the MedStar National Rehabilitation Hospital project. 🏥

Strata Design delivered high-quality casework and millwork that helped create clean, functional, and patient-centered healthcare spaces. From corridor millwork to fully outfitted patient rooms, our team focused on precision, durability, and seamless project flow throughout the project.

As a 100% employee-owned company, we take pride in delivering healthcare environments that support both caregivers and patients every day. 💙

Excited to highlight our work on the remodel of NIIJII inside Grand Traverse Resort & Spa. This project combined tight timelines, an active resort environment, and a high design standard — exactly the kind of challenge our team thrives on.

Strata Design provided custom laminate millwork, Hanstone Quartz countertops, wall systems, a new reception desk, and privacy screens, all crafted to support a modern, hospitality-forward aesthetic. Close coordination with Grand Traverse Construction ensured a smooth installation with minimal impact on daily operations.

Proud of our team for delivering exceptional craftsmanship under pressure — and grateful for the partnerships that made this project a success.

Hot dogs. Hard numbers. Honest conversation. That's how we do quarterly reviews at Strata. 🌭📊

We believe that an informed team is an unstoppable team. As an employee-owned, open-book business, every quarter we open the books and share exactly where we stand — revenue, goals, challenges, and what we're doing about it.

Why does consistency matter? Because culture is built rep by rep. Skipping these meetings sends a message. Showing up every single quarter — with real data and real conversation — sends a louder one: *you matter, you're trusted, and this is your company.*

That's the ESOP difference. Not just a benefits structure — a mindset.

Here's to Q1 and the team that makes it all work. Onward. 🚀

This Christmas season, several members of the Strata Design team had the opportunity to volunteer with the local Salvation Army Toy Shop!

It was a meaningful and rewarding experience to support families in our community and help make the holidays a little brighter for children in need. Events like this remind us how powerful it can be when people come together with a shared purpose.

We’re incredibly proud of our team for giving their time, energy, and holiday spirit, and we’re grateful for the chance to support such an impactful organization this season.