metromode - Videos

Daylighting the Clinton River

Matthew Lewis and Oren Goldenberg — Thu, 11 Apr 2013 00:00:00 -0400

A river runs through it. Or once did. Forced below ground (and concrete), folks in downtown Pontiac haven't seen the Clinton River since 1963. Now, there's talk of daylighting the river, which is seen by some as a too-costly proposition and by others as a necessary step toward revitalizing the city's core.

The Importance of Small and Mid-Sized Companies

GOOD — Thu, 17 May 2012 00:00:00 -0400

Metro Detroit IT companies are growing in leaps and bounds. And if you've been keeping up with our Jobs News section you'll know that a lot of their clients are small and mid-sized companies. GOOD chats with IBM about why the success of our economy will be determined by these companies and why IT helps them thrive.

The Real Costs Of Traffic

ITDP Mexico — Thu, 26 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0400

In roughly four minutes you can learn what induced travel demand is, why it matters, and why alternative transportation is so important for our region. It's fast, fun, and informative. Go on, click the link. Learn something new.

Empty Windows Become Canvas For Public Art

StreetCultureMash — Thu, 08 Mar 2012 00:00:00 -0500

Public art is more than just bronze statues of guys who died a long time ago. Done right, it has the ability to transform an environment, provoke a reaction, and create a true sense of place. The "Woodward Windows" transformation does just that, seizing vacant businesses and turning their windows into a public art gallery. Learn about the people behind this very cool project.

LGBT Leaderhip In Metro Detroit: Kirsten Ussery

Tom Hendrickson — Thu, 06 Oct 2011 00:00:00 -0400

Metromode and Model D will be producing a series of videos centered around LGBT leadership in Metro Detroit. First up is Detroit-based community activist Kirsten Ussery.

Arab American Museum

Tom Hendrickson — Thu, 15 Sep 2011 00:00:00 -0400

What do Casey Kasem, Tiny Tim and Ralph Nader all have in common? They're Arab Americans. Want to know more about their story? Dearborn is home to the only museum in the country dedicated to capturing the Arab American experience. Tom Hendrickson takes you inside this vital piece of SE Michigan's evolving culture.

Motor City Pride

Toby Barlow and Dorota Coy — Thu, 18 Aug 2011 00:00:00 -0400

What does the GLBTQ community mean for Detroit? 4exit4 spotlights a few of the business owners, activists, artists, and residents who are making the Motor City a better place to live.

Bellyache Candy Shoppe

Tom Hendrickson — Thu, 14 Jul 2011 00:00:00 -0400

Candy and Detroit rock n' roll - two great tastes that taste great together! Royal Oak's Bellyache Candy Company is taking the web by storm, pushing Goo Goo Clusters, Pop Rocks and Charleston Chews along with CDs, vinyl LPs and 7-inch singles from bands like The Amino Acids, The Hentchman, and Gore Gore Girls. Can you say, "Yummy"?

LLamasoft

Keith Jefferies — Thu, 30 Jun 2011 00:00:00 -0400

How does a company efficiently get its stuff from the manufacturer to the warehouse to store shelves? What if the store is in Berlin? Or Singapore? What if it's hurricane season? These are just a few of the questions companies ask themselves when it comes to supply chain logistics. And Ann Arbor's LLamasoft helps them figure it all out.

Incognito In Royal Oak

Jim Toscano — Thu, 23 Jun 2011 00:00:00 -0400

If it's good enough for George Clinton, The Red Hot Chili Peppers, and The White Stripes, it's good enough for you. Incognito is a longtime local fave known for its funky footwear, clothing and accessories

Spur Studios

Keith Jefferies — Wed, 15 Jun 2011 00:00:00 -0400

Spur Studios is yet another example of Ypsilanti's DIY philosophy of collective innovation and artistic community building. Attracting a confederation of artists, designers, and musicians, James Marks of VG Kids has turned an empty building into a successful hive of inspiration and creativity.

Take A Ride

Jeremy Mosher — Thu, 05 May 2011 00:00:00 -0400

With rail plans finally in the works for Woodward Ave,let's take a gander at what a well-planned mass transit system has meant for Portland, OR. Soapbox, our sister publication in Cincinnati put together this nifty video of light rail porn. Envious yet?

Moo Moo's

Tom Hendrickson — Thu, 28 Apr 2011 00:00:00 -0400

Put the microwave pizza pocket down. Step away from corndog. Ferndale-based Moo Moo's Vegetarian Cuisine makes the things that make you go, "Yum." With the vegetarian food market expected to reach $2.5 billion this year, owner Michele Rastelli hopes her locally produced entrees-to-go make a little green of their own.

Woodward Ave: Past, Present & Possible Future

The Woodward Project — Thu, 14 Apr 2011 00:00:00 -0400

The Woodward Project has put together a video that argues how Metro Detroit's most famous transit artery was once the lifeblood of both the city and the region... and how it can be one once again.

Birmingham Community House

Tom Hendrickson — Thu, 17 Mar 2011 00:00:00 -0400

For over 85 years the Birmingham Community House has been offering programs and classes to residents young and old. From belly dancing to cooking classes to issue-oriented events, this community center is a model for learning, outreach and participation.

Toast

Jim Toscano — Thu, 03 Mar 2011 00:00:00 -0500

From Ferndale to Birmingham the Toast empire expands. If you haven't been to this one-of-a-kind... well, now two-of-a-kind eatery you really should. Who'd imagine that a place with Taco Tuesdays could be tres chic? That's the delicious conundrum that is Toast. Cool decor, surprising accoutrements and, always, yummy food.

The Night Move

Tom Hendrickson — Thu, 27 Jan 2011 00:00:00 -0500

Where there's a need, innovation and entrepreneurship step in. Chris Ramos bought a bus to shuttle Metro Detroit's young professionals into downtown for events. Then he bought another. And another. Now, the carbon-neutral owner of The Night Move has 8 employees, a growing clientele, and high hopes for the region's future.

Advanced Photonix

Keith Jefferies — Thu, 02 Dec 2010 00:00:00 -0500

Care about high speed Internet connections? Blazing fast computer processing? Medical and security scanners that safely identify threats? Then you should be a fan of Advanced Photonix, a company that moved part of its operations from California to SE Michigan.

Detroit Rah Rah's

Tom Hendrickson — Thu, 11 Nov 2010 00:00:00 -0500

Thirty-five is the new 18! If you think you've got Motor City spirit you haven't seen The Detroit Rah Rah's, a community cheerleading squad that celebrates the energy and vitality of our region. Men love 'em and women want to be 'em, or so they say.

Tech Brewery

Keith Jefferies — Thu, 28 Oct 2010 00:00:00 -0400

From $50 desk rentals to million dollar start-ups, Tech Brewery is a coworking space that caters to Ann Arbor's tech community with an eye toward entrepreneurship. Professional collaborations, tech meet-ups and beer-fueled social gatherings are all part of the mix in this innovative workspace.

Hooot Dooogs! Fashion, baseball and mustard Metro Detroit-style.

Tom Hendrickson — Thu, 23 Sep 2010 00:00:00 -0400

Quick, we say: Frankfurters, men's fashion, and locally made mustard. What's the first thing that comes to mind? Should be Charley Marcuse. A true Metro Detroit original, this singing hotdog vendor at Tiger Stadium (and budding entrepreneur) embodies the indomitably funky spirit of our region. The mustard's tasty too!

The Redford Theater

Tom Hendrickson — Thu, 19 Aug 2010 00:00:00 -0400

From its ornate 3-D pagoda theme to its pipe organ to a ceiling with twinkling stars, The Redford Theater is more than just a vintage movie house, it's a step back in time. A true community gem, it sells popcorn with real butter, shows classic movies and, most importantly, holds a Three Stooges Festival. Twice a year!

Growing Hope

Keith Jefferies — Thu, 05 Aug 2010 00:00:00 -0400

From bees to broccoli, Growing Hope is determined to bring locally grown produce to the masses. Between its urban gardens, hoop house and hives, running the downtown Ypsilanti Farmers' Market, and providing community education, this urban farming advocate has developed a little slice of sustainable heaven on Michigan Ave.

Epiphany Studios

Tom Hendrickson — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 00:00:00 -0400

Move over Chihuly, Epiphany Studios is out to eat your lunch. Okay, not really, but this Pontiac-based glass studio produces some incredible work, employing techniques developed and mastered by Italian glass blowers over hundreds of years.

What's In The Magic Bag?

Tom Hendrickson — Thu, 24 Jun 2010 00:00:00 -0400

Music. Movies. Alcohol. It's the holy trinity of entertainment under one roof. Ferndale's The Magic Bag is a one-stop shop for nightlife, offering local and touring bands, cheap flicks and a scene every night of the week. Better yet, it's independently owned and operated. After all, buying local ain't just for foodies.

Axiobionics

Keith Jefferies — Thu, 17 Jun 2010 00:00:00 -0400

Technology and medicine are partnering to create some exciting new therapies for patients. Case in point: Ann Arbor's Axiobionics, which has developed neuro-prosthetics that help rehabilitate and control pain for patients suffering from spinal chord injuries, stroke, and other nervous system injuries.

The International Academy

Tom Hendrickson — Thu, 27 May 2010 00:00:00 -0400

Not only has local business gone global, so too has education. The International School in Bloomfield Hills is cited as the top International Baccalaureate public High School in North America, with nearly 95% of its graduates earning their IB degree!

Welcome To The Workantile Exchange

Keith Jefferies — Thu, 13 May 2010 00:00:00 -0400

Workantile Exchange is more than just a work space. It's a co-working community, filled with entrepreneurs, freelancers and creatives looking for a place to exchange ideas, insight and inspiration. A home office away from home, it has all the advantages of the traditional work place with none of the baggage.

En Garde! Metro Detroit

Tom Hendrickson — Thu, 22 Apr 2010 00:00:00 -0400

It's chess at a 100 miles per hour! Salle d'Etroit is southeast Michigan's only full time fencing academy, with Olympic-style instruction, competitions and practice. Add in the largest fencing pro shop in the Midwest, and it becomes another 'I didn't know we had that' reason to love the Metro D.

Clancy's Fancy

Keith Jefferies — Thu, 15 Apr 2010 00:00:00 -0400

From boarding school experimentation to cult following, Clancy's Fancy isn't the hottest hot sauce you've ever tasted, but it's probably the most unique. Each 7.5 oz bottle of pungent goodness brings with it a kaleidoscopic personality that screams, "Made in Ann Arbor."