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WELCOME TO THE 2020

HOMES BY ARCHITECTS

VIRTUAL TOUR

Open your mind to the possibilities of “home” as designed

by an architect on the 2020 Homes by Architects Virtual

Tour. AIA Minnesota is proud to showcase projects that

demonstrate some of the most creative ideas from our region’s

talented residential architects. You’ll see a stunning range of

projects to inspire and excite you from around the state.

With this year’s tour going virtual, taking in these inspirational

homes has never been easier—or more comfortable!

Saturday, September 26-

Saturday, October 10, 2020

Check out the Homes by

Architects Tour website and

find more information:

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The Homes by Architects Tour is produced by

The American Institute of Architects Minnesota.

AIA Minnesota is the professional association for

architects in the state of Minnesota. As a state

component of AIA National, with three local

chapters, AIA Minnesota has more than 2,400

members and a staff of nine professionals. AIA

Minnesota provides services to all chapters,

produces a regional convention, publishes the

award-winning magazine Architecture MN, lobbies

on behalf of the profession at the state legislature,

and delivers continuing education to all members.

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Questions to Ask Your Architect

Are you ready to hire an architect? Learn what questions

to ask so you know you’re making the best choice.

Asking the right questions before hiring an architect for your

dream home project is essential for avoiding headaches down

the road. While the substance of the answers to these questions

is important, how they are answered is just as important. You

want to work with an architect who makes you feel comfortable

and understands your goals.

BRANDON STENGEL

• Do you have references? Speaking

to an architect’s references, typically

past clients and contractor partners,

will not just reassure you you’ve

found a reputable architect, but will

also give insight into their work style

and approach.

• How much time and feedback do

I need to commit? Do you want to

be involved in the tiniest details, or

do you plan to be relatively handsoff?

How does this fit in with the

architect’s timeline and workflow?

Being honest up front about what

kind of client you are in this regard—

which includes when you’re best able

to meet and how—and learning what

the architect expects from you will

keep things running smoothly.

RYAN SIEMERS

• What’s your fee structure, and

what sort of costs can I expect?

Make sure your architect is open with

you about any additional costs that

may accrue outside of the contract.

You may also learn more about your

architect’s track record regarding

cost estimation and completing

projects within budget by talking

to their references.

• What are the biggest design

challenges and considerations of

my project? The architect may have

insights or knowledge that you may

not be aware of.

• Do you have a signature style?

Architects may have a style

preference that they inevitably

bring to every project. Make sure

any specialization fits your vision

for your home.

• What will you show me along

the way to explain the project?

Can you expect models, renderings,

or drawings before the construction

process starts? Don’t be afraid to ask

for sketches of alternative designs,

samples, or showroom visits.

• Are you insured (and if so,

what level of insurance), and

do any clients have open claims

against you?

• What’s your relationship with the

contractor? Will you be expected

to deal with the contractor directly,

or will the architect work with them?

• Who is on my team? Unless you

have chosen a solo practitioner, there

are many people at an architecture

firm who will contribute to your

project. Who will you be dealing with

directly? Is it the same person who

is designing your project? Ask for

introductions!

• How can we reduce the

environmental impact of the home

and the construction process? Ask

the architect what sort of sustainable

design experience they have, about

the energy performance of their

previous designs, and the pros and

cons of environmentally responsible

design.

See page 10 for questions to ask

yourself as you consider beginning

a home project.

Sources: curbed.com, culturestone.com, houselogic.com


Home Design in the Age of COVID-19

Changes in the way we now use spaces within our home

may have implications on design for years to come.

For many, the COVID-19 pandemic

has turned home into much more

than home: it’s now an office, a

school, a recreation area, and more.

Filling such a wide variety of needs

may be more than a home’s current

design can readily accommodate. How

will residential design respond to the

new ways we define home?

Home offices are already gaining

in popularity. Including a home

office—or two—is a consideration for

homeowners building or remodeling

now, as remote work is predicted to

continue for many even after a vaccine

is available. Designing for space

flexibility and adaptability reigns as

well, as dens or guest bedrooms are

turned into home gyms in the morning,

offices or classrooms during the day,

and a space for family relaxation in the

evening.

Homeowners are also rethinking the

open floor plan concept as they seek

separate spaces for simultaneous

and varied uses. Great design

can help create private spaces

without sacrificing opportunities for

connection and community.

Storage may become even more

important than ever—and not just for

your shelter-in-place kit. Clutter is

known to distract the mind, decrease

productivity, and increase stress.

Homeowners are predicted to further

value ample, sleek storage space in

future designs and remodels as they

spend more time on work and learning

in their living spaces.

The “behind the scenes” aspects of

design may be affected as well. It’s

predicted that more homeowners

than ever will be careful in choosing

finishes that can withstand scrubbing

and disinfectants. As more people

work and complete schoolwork

from home, an increased interest in

better ventilation, high-performance

windows, better daylighting, and

overall energy efficiency will positively

impact utility bills—and occupants’

health.

Outdoor living has already been a

rising trend—and COVID-19 only

reinforces the importance of outdoor

space. Not only can we most safely

interact with loved ones, from a safe

six feet apart, outside, but access

to the outdoors can also boost our

mental and physical health. Creating

further points of connection to the

outdoors is likely to increase in future

home designs.

This isn’t the first time disease has

influenced architecture; outbreaks of

tuberculosis during the 20th century

brought design changes from screened

porches to first-floor half-baths to

clean modernism into common use—

and many of these elements are now

things homeowners desire and enjoy.

While this pandemic doesn’t need

to define home design—or override

designing for the occupants’ unique

needs and desires—it can expand our

ideas of how we shape and use our

space, and inspire you as you design or

remodel your dream home.

Sources:

Living spaces are now serving a myriad of functions in this work- and learn-fromhome

era.

CHAD HOLDER

“17 Architects and Designers” on How the Pandemic

Will Change Our Homes Forever” (Dwell)

“How the Coronavirus Will Reshape Architecture” (The

New Yorker)

“Coronavirus: an architect on how the pandemic could

change our homes forever” (The Conversation)

“Architect speculates how residential design might

change post COVID-19 outbreak” (SF Gate)


#1

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ROBINSONS BAY

DEEPHAVEN, MN

Situated on a level, west-facing lot on

Lake Minnetonka, this Zero Energy

Ready Home is a contemporary new

build with a nod to the traditional

architectural forms of the neighborhood.

The low-maintenance, durable exterior

shell consists of stone, granite, slate,

composite wood, and stainless steel and

creates an aesthetic that is familiar yet

current.

The large scenic doors facing the lake,

along with deployable screens on the

terraces, provide extended living spaces

as well as stunning views. A desire for

extensive views of the lake at first seemed

at odds with the need to preserve the

homeowner’s cherished art collection,

but triple-glazed windows with protective

coatings and sun control measures,

plus temparate adjustable LED lighting

fixtures, ensure both the lake and the art

can be enjoyed.

The high-performance exterior, home

automation, and customizable interior

lighting throughout the house are just

several of the features that make this

home compliant with the U.S. Department

of Energy’s Zero Energy Ready Home

Program. A solar array provides enough

power to eliminate electric bills for the

homeowners—and eliminates the need for

a generator, as Tesla Power Walls store

enough generated electricity to provide

power during outages.

The renovated on-site guest home

provides a spot for an additional solar

array in addition to garage space and

sleeping accommodations for four.

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AULIK DESIGN BUILD

* Due to impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, Mr. Peterson has not

yet received his certificate of licensure from the MN Licensing

Board although he has completed all requirements for licensure.

ARCHITECT:

Aulik Design Build

952-591-1500

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DESIGN TEAM:

Charles Peterson, Assoc. AIA*;

Gary Aulik; Chris Farrar,

Assoc. AIA

PROJECT TYPE:

New Construction, Remodel

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#2

PHOTOS BY RICHARD MICHELL

PRAIRIE PRESERVATION

MINNEAPOLIS, MN

ARCHITECT:

David Heide Design Studio

612-337-5060

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DESIGN TEAM:

Mark Nelson, AIA; Brad Belka,

Assoc. AIA; David Heide, Assoc. AIA

PROJECT TYPE: Remodel

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This project showcases the principles

of historic renovation and preservation

that facilitate modern living. The remodel,

contained within what was originally the

kitchen and butler’s pantry, demonstrates

how skilled design work makes modern

living feel at home in a structure from

an era when spaces functioned very

differently than they do today.

Constructed in 1910, the E.L. Powers

House is a stunning example of Prairie

School architecture and was one of

the first projects undertaken by the

renowned partnership of William Purcell

and George Elmslie. The original interior

features a spectacular array of leaded

glass, terra-cotta tile work, lighting

featuring aurene shades by Tiffany &

Co., and intricately detailed millwork and

casework.

As is often the case in older houses,

the kitchen had been modified in a

manner opposed to its pedigree and was

problematic from aesthetic, functional,

and historic standpoints.

By carefully considering the context,

details, and overall aesthetic of the

home, the architects addressed the

homeowner’s needs and paid respectful

and honest tribute to the house and the

stylistic movement to which it belongs.

The kitchen is not a copy or restoration

of the original, but a synthesis of modern

needs, historically sensitive details, and

Prairie School doctrine.


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Are You Ready to Hire an Architect?

Thinking of a new home or remodel?

Use these questions to get a deeper picture

of your wants and needs.

When approaching a project as substantial—perhaps

even scary—as building a new home or remodeling your

current home, you want to make sure you get it right.

It’s easy for homeowners to feel pressured by different

design fads or well-meaning friends and family, and

in the process, push aside their own needs and desires!

BRANDON STENGEL

Before interviewing architects, those

undertaking a new construction

project or remodel should interview

themselves. Below are some great

questions to help you identify what

you truly need and want out of a new

home. You may even be surprised by

what you learn!

Each person invested in the new

home is encouraged to answer these

questions separately, and then come

together to discuss.

• Describe your current home.

What do you like about it? What

don’t you like? What’s missing?

• What do you want most in

a new home?

• What aspects of the land are

important to you? How do you

want to use outdoor space?

• What is your lifestyle like?

Do you spend a lot of time at home?

Do you entertain? Do you work at

home? Do you have guests, and how

many at a time?

• How much time do you spend

in each space in your current

home (e.g., living room, bedrooms,

kitchen)? What activities take place

in each of these spaces?

• How much time and energy are

you willing to invest in maintaining

your new home?

• Do you have ideas about the style

of your new home?

• What materials and finishes

are you most interested in using

or not using?

• Is there anyone who would be

using the home with a disability

or special needs? Do you envision

staying in this home long enough

that age-in-place design needs to

be considered?

• How invested are you in including

sustainable features? What aspects

of sustainable design are most

important to you?

• How soon do you want to be in

your new or remodeled home?

If remodeling, how much disruption

in your life can you tolerate?

• What do you most want your

architect to understand about you,

your lifestyle, and your space?

• How involved do you wish to be in

the process? What is your schedule

like for meetings with your architect?

• What’s your budget? This amount

needs to account for construction,

permits, fees, site and utility work,

and professionals.

Once you’ve answered these questions,

you should have a vision for your

project that you can take to a design

team. Taking the time to develop

your vision and priorities will help

ensure that your project accomplishes

your goals.

Ready to hire an architect?

Visit AIA Minnesota’s

Architecture Firm Directory

to find an architect near you:

aia-mn.org/firm-directory

Sources: rhodesarchitecture.com, riai.ie


#3

PHOTOS BY RACHEL COOK, HALF ACRE HOUSE

TWENTY-FIRST CENTURY

CRAFTSMAN

SAINT PAUL, MN

This project is a celebration of

the massive impact of small

details, when designed well. While

searching for a home for retirement,

the homeowners fell in love with

this house, in which the exquisite

original millwork had survived the

last century intact. A 1980s kitchen

renovation was the outlier that

detracted from the beauty of the rest

of the home. The goal of the project

was to imagine a period-style

kitchen while creating spaces that

work for a “this-century” lifestyle.

With careful attention to scale and

economy, a precisely placed addition

grew the home just enough to allow

for the desired spaces (kitchen,

mudroom, laundry, and powder

room) without overpowering the

original foursquare footprint from

the exterior.

Efficiency of space was a focus,

resulting in a small footprint that

serves a multitude of purposes.

Much consideration was given to

seamlessly blending the new and old.

Existing millwork and casework were

matched and recreated in the new

remodel in order to tie the spaces

together and retain the property’s

historic character.

ARCHITECT:

Mitlyng Design

612-267-5413

mitlyngdesign.com

DESIGN TEAM:

Ashley Mitlyng, AIA

PROJECT TYPE:

Remodel/Addition

FEATURES:

Historic Renovation

Sustainability Considerations

Luxury Living



#4

© PETER J. SIEGER

RIVER VIEW LOFT

MINNEAPOLIS, MN

Settled within a historic building on

the riverfront, this top-floor corner loft

features picturesque views of downtown

Minneapolis in one direction and the

Mississippi River in another. With the

desire to make this loft just as beautiful

as the views, the main remodeling goals

were to create an updated, modern home

for the empty-nester occupants that still

feels warm and inviting. The space was

completely gutted and transformed into

a much more efficient and user-friendly

home, with a new aesthetic in the living

room and a seamless transition from the

kitchen to the dining room.

To make the best use of the vertically

limited space, structural wood decking

enabled the architect to create a floor

system only 2 ¼” thick and construct the

multifunctional upper level. The sitting

room and den double as sleeping rooms

for visitors. While open walls and internal

windows allow daylight to flood the loft,

the owner’s bedroom and bathroom

receive ample lighting from the existing

skylights above. The spiral staircase was

relocated and modified to provide access

to a roof deck with 360-degree views of

the downtown skyline and the Mississippi

River parkway.

ARCHITECT:

Albertsson Hansen Architecture, Ltd.

612-823-0233

aharchitecture.com

DESIGN TEAM:

Mark Tambornino, AIA, CID, NCARB;

Todd Hansen, AIA, CID;

Abigail Merlis, Assoc. AIA

PROJECT TYPE:

Remodel

FEATURES:

Historic Renovation

Age-in-place Design


#5

PETE VONDELINDE

MAHTOMEDI MODERN

MAHTOMEDI, MN

ARCHITECT: PLAAD

651-336-1393

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DESIGN TEAM:

Mark Stankey, AIA, LEED AP;

Matt Byers, AIA, LEED AP BD+C

PROJECT TYPE: New Construction

FEATURES:

Luxury Living

Lakefront

Outdoor Living

In the fall of 2017, the architect

and homeowner/interior designer

teamed up to create a modern oasis

for a family on White Bear Lake.

Respectfully engaging the site,

the residence presents a quiet and

restrained one-level street front

and opens up to a walkout with

sweeping views of and access to the

lake at the back.

Three vertical massing elements

help to organize and define the

home’s interior, reinforcing the

permeability of light and views, and

the relationship to the lake. The

composition of the home offers

a study in the interplay of public

and private spaces, challenging

typical notions of the separation

of these two areas. To contrast

the transparency and direct visual

access on the main level, horizontal

clerestory windows were developed

to provide diffuse, private light

throughout.

In collaboration with the client,

who already had a strong vision

regarding materiality and spatial

relationships, the architect crafted

an architectural experience rich in

overlap between materiality, scale,

light and shadow, and views of the

lake. The juxtaposition of energy

efficient clerestory windows with

industrial steel frames, a plate steel

staircase floating between the main

and upper levels, and softer interior

finishes offers a vibrant tapestry of

experiences.

To support the family’s lifestyle

throughout the year, multiple

dynamic, stackable sliding doors

open the home to the pool area,

bocce court, and fire pit, effectively

blurring the boundaries between

inside and outside space and

encouraging true year-round

indoor/outdoor living.


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#6

RENDERING COURTESY OF CHARLES R.

STINSON ARCHITECTURE + DESIGN

HILLSIDE MODERN

CHANHASSEN, MN

This home is a modern sculpture,

placed high into the hillside. One with

nature, the home provides open and

flexible spaces to be enjoyed by the

homeowners and guests alike.

The welcoming landscape draws

visitors to the home’s entry, where

they are immediately enveloped by

the views within and outside the

great room. The great room space

encapsulates the kitchen, dining

room, and living room, and opens

up on the steep site so the clients

feel as if they are living in the trees.

High ceilings with clerestory windows

and full-height glass doors wash the

space in beautiful, natural light. Soffit

lighting provides a warm glow to the

space in the evening, and a modern

gas fireplace adds to the ambience.

Other features in the home include a

built-in bed in the master suite, which

creates a floating effect and unifies

the asymmetry of the bedroom. Glass

walls encase the stairway to the lower

level, and floating stair treads open up

this level’s entryway. A floating bench

is positioned inside the foyer with

storage for the necessary dog leashes

and treats nearby.

Warm, natural finishes and cozy

spaces create a home where all are

comfortable. Finishes include a colorthrough

concrete floor, warm walnut

cabinetry with metal accents, neutral

large format tiles, and a wood ceiling.

Specialty wood accents were done

using trees that were felled from the

site. Found furniture pieces, including

countertops, were used for bath

vanities. High-end appliances were

chosen for both function and form.

ARCHITECT:

Charles R. Stinson Architecture

+ Design

952-473-9503

charlesrstinson.com

DESIGN TEAM:

Charles R. Stinson, AIA;

Chuck Thiss; Kim Streeter

PROJECT TYPE:

New Construction

FEATURES:


Compact Living

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#7

MODERN DELLWOOD

TRANSFORMATION

GRANT, MN

Empty-nesting professionals desired a

sanctuary when visiting their family that

would become their forever home. The

peaceful calm of the wooded lot provided

the potential for spectacular views of the

natural landscape. The couple sought a

clean and simple design that accentuated

the modern aspects of the atrium space

and better accommodated their lifestyle.

The renovation highlights the atrium as a

focal point of the modern design. A small

addition in conjunction with the extension

of the vaulted ceilings to the front of the

home provides a dramatic entry into an

open floor plan with natural lighting and

views through large trapezoidal capped

windows. Every room in the home was

transformed to be more usable and

incorporate modern design, creating

a complete design composition. Slate

gray tile floors and the charcoal ledger

stone fireplace draw the monochromatic

color palette through the home while

rich hardwood floors bring warmth to the

living spaces.

Large family gatherings are central to the

homeowners’ identity. Expansive spaces

within the home and outdoor entertainment

areas by the pool and gazebo provide for

summer fun and winter respite.

PHOTOS BY CHUCK CARVER

ARCHITECT:

Chris Doehrmann Architect, Inc.

651-639-0469

doehrmann.com

DESIGN TEAM:

Chris Doehrmann, AIA

PROJECT TYPE:

Remodel/Addition

FEATURES:


Aging in place Design

Luxury Living


#8

PHOTO BY HOMEOWNER

BEARD AVENUE URBAN

EDINA, MN

ARCHITECT:

Albertsson Hansen Architecture, Ltd.

612-823-0233

aharchitecture.com

DESIGN TEAM:

Christine Albertsson, AIA, CID,

NCARB; Emily Pressprich,

Assoc. AIA; Michael Burgoyne

After raising three children in a

1950s Edina rambler, the owners of

this new home were ready for the

next phase of life. As many of their

neighbors have done, they engaged

an architect to replace their older

home with a new one to suit their

changing needs.

The homeowners challenged the

design team to create a classic

home that defies trends and sets a

modern example of timelessness—

gone is the kitchen island, family

room, and fireplace! The spaces

within this updated version of a

center-hall Colonial maintain their

individual characters without being

completely separate from each

other.

The back half of the main floor is

designed to convert to a future

owner bedroom suite if needed,

allowing the homeowners to age in

place. Bedrooms are right-sized and

the second floor features a generous

laundry room. Spaces are flooded

with natural light, enhancing the

quality of life for the owners.

PROJECT TYPE:

New Construction

FEATURES:


Age-in-place Design

Compact Living

Accessible/Universal Design

Universal Design:

Architecture for All

Even if you and other family members living in

your home are all able-bodied now, a sudden

medical issue or life-changing accident impacting

mobility can mean your formerly comfortable house is now largely inacessible.

Universal design is an approach that ensures people of all abilities can use a

building. In home design, the trend is receiving greater attention as more baby

boomers consider remaining in their homes as long as possible as they age.

Architects can receive specialized training in this area of design to increase

their expertise.

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#9

PHOTOS BY SPACECRAFTING

BUCKEYE POINT

GRANT, MN

Situated on the peninsula of a

small Minnesota lake, this home is

surrounded by views of meadow,

rolling woods, and quiet water.

Its three wings, arranged to take

advantage of the natural ridges on

the site, are intimate for the couple

yet spacious enough for large

gatherings. Thoughtful consideration

of this rolling terrain provides access

to natural terraces from the public

space on both levels, maintains

plenty of daylight to the lower level,

and provides a sense of privacy via

elevation to main level bedrooms.

The house is intended to quietly

settle into its beautiful site and allow

its owners to experience nature

from every angle. The angles of the

floorplan are splayed back from

the lakeshore peninsula to allow

for nearly 270° views of the water

from the main living spaces. Two

lightweight stairs provide access

between the main and lower levels to

allow circulation between wings.

Warm wood ceilings complement

the interior’s exposed steel and

concrete. The exterior materials

(zinc, ipe wood, and painted panels)

were selected for their longevity,

durability, and tendency to develop a

natural patina over time.

ARCHITECT:

Rehkamp Larson Architects

612-285-7275

rehkamplarson.com

DESIGN TEAM:

Mark Larson, AIA;

Ryan Lawinger, AIA

PROJECT TYPE:

New Construction & Remodel

FEATURES:


Age-in-place Design

Luxury Living

Lakefront

Accessible/Universal Design

HOME SPONSOR:

• Frost Cabinets

• Hagstrom Builder


SCOTT AMUNDSON PHOTOGRAPHY

Speaking the

Language of

Design

How well do you know your

architecture terminology?

These definitions will help you

brush up.

program

noun. \ ‘prō-,gram \

When an architect is referring to “the

program,” she doesn’t mean an event,

informational pamphlet, or a new set

of software. The program is the client’s

requests for the project, primarily what

spaces they want designed or remodeled.

ipe wood

noun. \ ‘ē-,pā \

Home 9 and Home 13 feature ipe wood

in their exterior. That’s not an acronym

or a typo! Ipe wood is a tough, dense,

beautiful hardwood ideal for the outdoors

because it is naturally insect-, rot-, fire-,

and weather-resistant, low maintenance,

and can last up to 50 years. Ipe trees

have been over-harvested over the years,

so be sure to purchase ipe wood that’s

been approved by the Forest Stewardship

Council (“FSC-certified”).

muntin

noun. \ ‘men-ten \

It’s amazing how even the littlest things

have words for them! “Muntin” is the term

for those strips of material separating the

panes of glass in a window frame

clerestory

adj. or noun. \ ‘klir-,stor-ē \

Clerestory windows (also known simply

as clerestories) are windows, typically

in a series or row, above eye level with

the primary purpose of bringing in extra

light. They can also help a home’s energy

efficiency. Check them out on Home 5!

skin

noun. \ ‘skin \

A building’s “skin” is much like the skin

of anything else: the outermost surface

or layer. Building skin is both technical—

providing insulation, for example—and

aesthetic, with material also being select

for its look and feel.


#10

PHOTOS BY COREY GAFFER

MIDCENTURY PRIMARY

MINNEAPOLIS, MN

This 1963 architect-designed home,

originally designed by St. Paul

architects Herbert B. Crommert

and Associates, needed thoughtful

design work to make it livable for a

modern couple without diminishing

its midcentury aesthetic. A clunky

renovation of the kitchen years prior

made the space cramped, dark,

and out of sync with the rest of

this midcentury home. The clients

desired a remodel that resonated

with the strong architectural

character of their home. Primary

colors were used throughout the

new design work to play off of the

original bright red accents of the

home.

Each design decision carefully

considered how it would both

provide the owners with the function

they needed while complementing

and preserving the modern

character of the home. This can be

seen in the selection of a light gray

wash to the kitchen cabinetry which

provides a brighter space, while

also visually connecting to the grain

pattern of existing darker stained

woodwork and the original rough

sawn cedar double height accent

walls. It is also found in the use of

thin black steel accents in the library

shelving as well as the powder room

sink supports derived from the

existing stair rail.

Collaboration with local artist Eileen

Cohen led to a visually stunning

two-story ceramic art installation

that grounds the living room space.

Placement of the ceramic pieces

adjacent to the floor-to-ceiling glass

window allows for an ever-changing

play of light and shadow.

ARCHITECT:

SALA Architects

612-379-3037

salaarc.com

DESIGN TEAM:

David Wagner, AIA, LEED AP;

Marta Snow, AIA

PROJECT TYPE:

Remodel

FEATURES:

Historic Renovation


Age-in-place Design

HOME SPONSOR:

• Welch Forsman Associates


#11

PHOTO BY ARCHITECT

RIVERVIEW RESIDENCE

SAINT PAUL, MN

Nestled into the Mississippi River Boulevard neighborhood, this distinctive, clean-lined

family home balances a modern aesthetic with traditional forms, natural textures,

and a mix of public and private spaces to reflect the young family’s relaxed, informal

lifestyle. The home easily integrates into, complements, and accentuates the vibe of the

neighborhood.

ARCHITECT:

Peterssen/Keller Architecture

612-353-4920

pkarch.com

The home features a number of striking design elements, including a bright yellow front

door that contrasts with the dark cedar siding, a tiled entryway, a dramatic wood and

glass floating staircase, a walnut cube that divides the kitchen from the living area,

a luxurious French range with matching custom kitchen cabinets, a highly functional

mudroom, custom vanities, and other beautiful details throughout the house.

DESIGN TEAM:

Tammy Angaran, AIA;

Gabriel Keller, Assoc. AIA

PROJECT TYPE: New Construction

FEATURES:

Luxury Living

HOME SPONSORS:

• Brooke Voss Interior Design

• Streeter Custom Builder

A brightly colored front door is the literal and symbolic

entrance into your personal life, personality, and style!

Where did the tradition come from? It’s hard to say. Writer George Moore

reputedly started the trend in Dublin, Ireland, after supposedly painting his door

bright red to stop a neighbor from getting their homes mixed up when coming

home from the pub. Other rumors include the tradition that a red door meant

“welcome” in Colonial America, and that Scottish people painted their doors red

once their mortgage was paid off. Red is clearly a traditional choice—but what do

other colors say about you?

Purple is historically the color of royalty. Yellow—as seen on Home 11—is a bright,

sunny color tied to optimism. Blue, a popular choice, is a calm color associated

with trustworthiness that is sure to welcome visitors. Feeling prosperous? Think

green, which is associated with wealth—but depending on the tone you select, can

also compete with a wooden door for a natural, earthy feel.

Sources: theculturetrip.com, www.npdodge.com, www.realtor.com


“Age in Place” in Your Forever Home

Studies indicate that at least 90

percent of baby boomers want to stay

in their homes as they grow older, but

by some estimates, only one percent

of homes in the U.S. are conducive for

their occupants to age in place. With

the youngest baby boomers well into

their mid- to late 50s, designing for

this generation increasingly includes

techniques enabling them to age in their

forever homes.

Today’s seniors expect to continue

living their lives to the fullest as they

age—they’re not willing to compromise

on lifestyle or their built environment

just because they’re older! A Gensler

study from 2015 says, “the US active

aging population [is] a population

with discerning tastes and a hunger for

good design.” Fortunately, good design

doesn’t have to be sacrificed to enable its

occupants to safely age in place.

Working with an architect who is wellversed

in age-in-place design is essential

for homeowners thinking ahead to

their needs at older ages. There are the

obvious changes one should include,

such as stairless entries or ramps, wide

doorways to accommodate wheelchairs

and walkers, slip-resistant floors, and

grab bars in the bathroom; but also more

subtle changes, such as lighter-colored

floors to increase visibility, stacking

closets to allow for a future elevator, and

more windows for better indoor light.

But age-in-place design is not just about

safety. Ensuring there are spaces that

encourage socialization is also essential;

lack of social interaction has been shown

to accelerate cognitive decline. Similarly,

guest rooms for extended family and

friends are valuable. Ultimately, keeping

your home safe and still feeling like your

home is the goal.

By incorporating age-in-place design,

you’re not just ensuring the safety,

independence, and sense of home for your

future self, but also for your elderly friends

and family now, or if you or a loved one

suffers an injury or a disability. Designing

for all generations will ensure your home

is a welcoming space for family and

friends throughout your lifetime.


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#12

ALYSSA LEE PHOTOGRAPHY

EYE-LAND AT WHITE OAKS

SAVANNA

GRANT, MN

Eye-Land: Named for the expansive

white oak savanna views, this beautiful

5,200-square foot family home offers

seamless indoor/outdoor living with five

bedrooms and three baths, and space for

two more bedrooms and a bathroom.

The site posed unique design challenges.

The home was ultimately nestled into

the hillside, instead of placed on top of

the hill, so that it didn’t dominate the

dramatic landscape. The openness of the

savanna exposes all sides of the house

to the public, which required creative use

of form and materials. The home’s oneand-a-half

story form pays tribute to

the site’s farming history. The simplicity

of the gable roof puts a modern edge

on a traditional form, and the exterior

color palette is limited to black tones to

strike a stunning contrast to the golden

savanna.

The main public spaces have oversized

south-facing windows and easy access to

an outdoor terrace with views overlooking

a protected wetland. The connection

to the land is further strengthened by

strategically placed windows that allow

for views from the kitchen to the auto

court to see visitors approach and

children play. There is a formal living

room adjacent to the front entry for

entertaining and a separate family room

open to the kitchen for immediate family

to gather before and after mealtime.

ARCHITECT:

Christopher Strom Architects

612-961-9093

christopherstrom.com

DESIGN TEAM:

Christopher Strom, AIA;

Eric Johnson, AIA;

Elizabeth Akkerman, Assoc. AIA

PROJECT TYPE:

New Construction

FEATURES:


Luxury Living

HOME SPONSORS:

• Andersen Windows

• InUnison Design

• Redstone Builders

• White Oaks Savanna


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#13

RENDERING COURTESY OF

QUARTERSAWN DESIGN BUILD

MODERN TUDOR SUNROOM

MINNEAPOLIS, MN

The homeowners loved their classic

Tudor home in the Cedar Lake area

of Minneapolis but felt cut off from

the outdoors, and that the spaces

they had did not invite them out,

provide views, or flow well together.

Placing this “glass box” sunroom in

the existing side yard helps to create

a more private backyard space,

while leaving the porch for more

public gatherings. This four-season

sunroom is modern, clean, and

minimal on the interior, but distinctly

Tudor on the outside.

These elements worked in concert

to help define a new ipe wood wall

at the deck that will replace the

outdoor fireplace, grill, and water

fountain features. The new ipe wall

acts both as an enclosure for a

new grill station and a restrained

backdrop for the front yard gathering

space. Landscape features and

lights were redesigned to provide

picturesque views from the sunroom

day and night while maintaining

privacy from the street.

Inside, the sunroom is tied into the

existing house in an elegant way,

while the connection to the outdoors

is emphasized. Ultimately, a minimal

detailing approach was selected

to highlight the floor-to-ceiling

windows. The opening between

the existing house and sunroom is

proportioned to frame the Venetian

plaster fireplace at the end of the

sunroom. Cabinets flank the opening

to keep it from feeling oversized, and

to provide needed storage space.

The majesty of the original home

was enhanced by tying in the new

outdoor spaces and seamlessly—

yet distinctively—integrating

the sunroom. This enables the

homeowners and visitors to further

connect with the outdoors.

ARCHITECT:

Quartersawn Design Build

612-208-1727

quartersawndesignbuild.com

DESIGN TEAM:

Michael Lee Hanslick, AIA;

Jeff Nicholson, Assoc. AIA

PROJECT TYPE:

Remodel/Addition

FEATURES:

Luxury Living

HOME SPONSOR:

• Otto Painting Design


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#14

PRAIRIE CONNECTION

MEDINA, MN

ARCHITECT: Rehkamp Larson

Architects

612-285-7275

rehkamplarson.com

DESIGN TEAM:

Mark Larson, AIA; Ryan Lawinger,

AIA; Anders Matney, AIA; Laurel

Johnston, AIA

PROJECT TYPE:

New Construction

FEATURES:

Luxury Living

Age-in-place Design

Multigenerational Living

HOME SPONSOR:

• Martha Dayton Design

This new modern home just west of

the Twin Cities is situated on the site

of the owner’s childhood home. The

homeowners wanted a house with

sweeping prairie views and plenty

of space to frequently entertain

extended family. The flat roof’s

horizontal lines directly relate to the

prairie setting while the interior’s

plywood paneling, exposed concrete,

and white oak balance warmth with

a modern edge.

Just inside the front door, a colorful

bar greets visitors and a custom

steel staircase playfully connects

the main floor to the loft. A large

two-sided fireplace defines two

distinct sitting areas—one for

watching television and another

for conversation. The large kitchen

island is perfect for the homeowners’

large gatherings, and windows

instead of upper cabinets in the

kitchen let in the natural light and

view.

The basement, geared for watching

movies and playing ping-pong, is

the perfect teenage hangout zone:

kids’ bedrooms are clad in rugged

concrete, and a tunnel leads to a

plywood-clad indoor sport court.

For these homeowners, this unique

focus of family, entertainment, and

connection to the landscape is the

perfect combination.

PHOTOS BY SPACECRAFTING


#15

PHOTOS BY KIP JOHNSON,

LAKE & HOME MAGAZINE

LONG LAKE MODERN

RUSTIC CABIN

FRAZEE, MN

This environmentally friendly home

combines comfort with luxury,

featuring “framed” views of the

lake from visitors’ first drive up to

the home to the expansive indoor

windows and large porches. This

modern, rustic cabin features

contemporary materials like

corrugated metal mixed with wood

timbers, wide decks, and the big

windows of a traditional lake-home

style. Large porches protect the

south-facing glass from the summer

sun. A covered breezeway connects

the home and garage while ensuring

the picturesque lake view is not lost.

The homeowners wanted to

accommodate as much family as

possible, so two large bedrooms

and a bunk room for children will

allow multiple generations to visit

and be comfortable. The loft above

the garage provides a separate yet

connected space for visiting parents

or acts as a hideaway for teenagers.

The lake home also features agein-place

design elements, such as a

no-step entry and wide doorways.

The importance of quality family

time is expressed through the

home materials, as well. The

corrugated steel featured on the

home exterior as siding and also

on the interior was reclaimed from

the homeowner’s family farm in

Watkins, MN. Accent interior wood

for walls, ceilings, and the custom

barn doors was salvaged from their

grandparents’ ranch in southwestern

North Dakota.

ARCHITECT:

Harmonious Architecture

218-346-0081

harmoniousarchitecture.com

DESIGN TEAM:

Kelli Wegscheid, AIA;

Craig Ruhland

PROJECT TYPE:

New Construction

FEATURES:

Luxury Living

Age-in-place Design

Multigenerational Living

Sustainable Considerations

Lakefront

HOME SPONSOR:

• Pella Windows & Doors


#16

SCOTT AMUNDSON PHOTOGRAPHY

FLETCHER PHOENIX

EDINA, MN

ARCHITECT: Kell Architects

612-812-5687

kellarchitects.com

DESIGN TEAM:

Meghan Kell Cornell, AIA;

Kelly Kraemer, Assoc. AIA

PROJECT TYPE:

Remodel

FEATURES:

Age-in-place Design

Luxury Living

After being devastated by a house

fire, the owners’ initial goal was to

find a way to rebuild their house.

But, as they began thinking of a

revived home, the dream of not

only replacing what was lost but

improving their home became a new

goal. What began as a tragic loss

blossomed into the timeless redux of

a beloved family home.

The fire caused extensive smoke

damage requiring renovation of the

entire interior and exterior. The fire

was disastrous for many physical

aspects of the home and required

material removal down to the studs.

Many areas of the home were

improved, including the necessary

kitchen remodel, laundry room, a

main-level bedroom suite, garden

entry, dining room, and more. The

kitchen layout was adjusted to

accommodate optimal use by a

couple with a passion for cooking.

A bedroom suite was created by

pairing a guest bedroom with an

existing bathroom, creating a suite

for the owners to age in place. The

removal of the wall between the

informal and formal dining rooms

allows for one dramatic space for

large family holiday gatherings

and food-centric dinner parties.

The living room and family room,

anchoring opposite ends of the

house, now have fireplace designs

that bookend, speaking to each

other with familiarity yet boasting

different levels of formality.

The exterior architecture is

invigorated by a refreshed paint

scheme and a new black clad

window expression. Exterior and

interior express the same color

and material palettes. The result,

from the ashes, is a refreshing and

harmonious revival that does not

stray too far from its hearty Cape

Cod roots.


#17

RENDERINGS COURTESY OF SALA ARCHITECTS

RIVER ROOST

SAINT PAUL, MN

This two-story, four-bedroom Mississippi River Boulevard house is a linear

affair, with each space seeking a visual connection to the river in front and the

yard in the back. The homeowners sought a unique combination of open and

closed floor plans, resulting in an innovative, atypical, and fluid design with

differing degrees of visual separation and spatial definition throughout.

The fun begins at the front door, as visitors enter one large, sunlit open space

metered by three wood “boxes”: one a mudroom, one a pantry, and the third a

soaring tower of vertical circulation for the home.

The exterior of the home features sustainable green roofs and is clad in cement

board, cedar, and stone siding. The structure is capped with flat roofs and

generous eaves to complete the distinct profile of this one-of-a-kind home.

ARCHITECT:

SALA Architects

612-379-3037

salaarc.com

DESIGN TEAM:

Eric Odor, AIA; Ben Dose

PROJECT TYPE:

New Construction

FEATURES:


Age-in-place Design

Infill

HOME SPONSOR:

• Showcase Renovations


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