ACME, Mich.
A $7 million interior renovation of the iconic landmark tower at the Grand Traverse Resort and Spa in Acme, Mich., is underway.
The project is planned for completion by May 31, and impacts 16 floors, including hospitality parlors. Pam Niemann, the principal designer at Niemann Interiors, Winter Park, Fla., who is originally from Michigan, is the renovation designer, and National Renovation Contractors (NRC) of Farmington, Mich., is the renovation general contractor.
The exterior of the tower will remain unchanged, and is a bit of local skyline icon because of its stunning glass panels. Niemann Interiors is promising what they call relaxed luxury, a palette that puts a contemporary spin on relaxed living.
Rich dark wood finishes will be mixed with weathered wood finishes, while fall colors, creamy whites and pops of blues will be blended serenely together to bring what is outside the glass inside. Buck said it will translate to all four seasons.
The renovation work is being completed in as minimally invasive a way as possible to guests at the 900-acre resort that includes championship golf on three courses (pictured), including The Bear designed by legend Jack Nicklaus, indoor and outdoor tennis, a 100,000-square foot health club, full service spa, diverse and elegant dining options, unique shopping experiences, and 86,000 square feet of meeting space.
The resort’s tower is just part of a diverse package of accommodations, which includes condominiums nestled along East Grand Traverse Bay as well as condominiums and private homes along the three golf courses.
Grand Traverse Resort and Spa, located just six miles northeast of Traverse City and 10 minutes from Traverse City’s Cherry Capital Airport, is proudly owned by the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians, which also owns sister property Turtle Creek Casino & Hotel, literally in sight from the tower.
The Resort has 585 rooms, suites and condominiums total, and that this latest renovation is the capstone of more than $30 million that has been invested in renovations and upgrades since 2003, when the Resort was acquired by the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians.
