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Meet Michelle & Lauren

Lauren and Michelle of Costello & Co in a Metro Detroit living room.

”I never thought that I would be able to leave my full time job to actually live my dream.” -Michelle Costello

In 2019, Michelle Costello left her corporate job not because she had it all figured out, but because she wanted something more honest, more hands-on & more human. What began with flipping homes evolved into something much deeper; a passion for building spaces that reflect the people who live in them.

At first, it was scrappy. Estimates were built in Excel, systems were built on the fly & Michelle wore every hat; designer, general contractor, project manager & client advocate. But the "why" behind the work never changed: this is someone’s home, their sanctuary & it deserves to be treated with care.

By 2023, referrals were coming in steadily. Not just because the work was beautiful (though it was!) but because clients felt understood. They weren’t just hiring a contractor; they were partnering with someone who genuinely cared about getting it right.

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Costello & Co was founded on that principle:

That great design should be accessible, not exclusive.

That contractors should call you back, show up, and listen.

That quality work starts with quality relationships.

That thoughtful remodeling belongs to every family, not just a few.​​

​​As a proudly family-owned, female-owned, and LGBTQ-owned business operating in a male-dominated industry; our identity is a meaningful differentiator for Costello & Co. It’s not just a point of pride, it informs how we lead, how we show up for clients & how we advocate for inclusion and representation in every project. This is personal for us & that’s what makes it different.​

We are Costello & Co.

Costello & Community
Costello & Clients
Costello & Craft
Costello & You

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