06/16/2026
Before Walt Disney, there was Winsor McCay. We enjoyed the opportunity today to celebrate the Grand Opening of Winsor Place in Spring Lake, Michigan. Built on the site of Winsor McCay’s childhood schoolhouse, Winsor Place is a mixed-use property in the village’s downtown. The property honors Winsor McCay, a pioneer in animation and a famed illustrator. McCay was the forerunner of Walt Disney in terms of American animation. Disney often said that McCay inspired and influenced him as an animator. Well done by the Veneklassen construction development team!
At HDJ, we believe great design can do more than shape buildings but strengthen communities, create opportunities, and improve lives. Winsor Place is a reminder that every site has a story, and thoughtful design can help write its next chapter.