2020 Homes by Architects Tour program
See and read about the 17 new and remodeled, architect-designed residential projects that are featured on this year's virtual home tour.
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Homes
by ARCHITECTS
VIRTUAL
2020 TOUR GUIDEBOOK
homesbyarchitects.org
From modern to traditional,
large and small, discover design
ideas for living
The most distinctive home
tour in the Upper Midwest
September 26-October 10, 2020
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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
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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)
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#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.
RENDERINGS COURTESY OF
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
aulikdesignbuild.com
DESIGN TEAM:
Charles Peterson, Assoc. AIA*;
Gary Aulik; Chris Farrar,
Assoc. AIA
PROJECT TYPE:
New Construction, Remodel
FEATURES:
Sustainability considerations
Luxury Living
Multi-generational Living
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#2
PHOTOS BY RICHARD MICHELL
PRAIRIE PRESERVATION
MINNEAPOLIS, MN
ARCHITECT:
David Heide Design Studio
612-337-5060
dhdstudio.com
DESIGN TEAM:
Mark Nelson, AIA; Brad Belka,
Assoc. AIA; David Heide, Assoc. AIA
PROJECT TYPE: Remodel
FEATURES:
Historic Renovation
Historic Preservation
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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
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#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
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#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
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#5
PETE VONDELINDE
MAHTOMEDI MODERN
MAHTOMEDI, MN
ARCHITECT: PLAAD
651-336-1393
plaadoffice.com
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:
Sustainability Considerations
Compact Living
HOME SPONSOR:
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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:
Sustainability Considerations
Aging in place Design
Luxury Living
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#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:
Sustainability Considerations
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.
Source: www.accessiblesociety.org/topics/universaldesign
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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:
Sustainability Considerations
Age-in-place Design
Luxury Living
Lakefront
Accessible/Universal Design
HOME SPONSOR:
• Frost Cabinets
• Hagstrom Builder
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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.
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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
Sustainability Considerations
Age-in-place Design
HOME SPONSOR:
• Welch Forsman Associates
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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
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“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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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:
Sustainability Considerations
Luxury Living
HOME SPONSORS:
• Andersen Windows
• InUnison Design
• Redstone Builders
• White Oaks Savanna
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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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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
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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
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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.
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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:
Sustainability Considerations
Age-in-place Design
Infill
HOME SPONSOR:
• Showcase Renovations
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Minneapolis, MN 55401
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