We believe a home should be more than walls and rooms—it should be a reflection of your life, your values, and your vision for the future. As architects and interior designers, we guide you through a thoughtful, collaborative process that transforms ideas into spaces of beauty, comfort, and purpose. From the first sketch to the final detail, every element is crafted to enrich daily living and create a home that feels timeless, personal, and uniquely yours.
As licensed architects, we bring design vision and budget into harmony by creating thoughtful, buildable plans that balance creativity that is unique to your vision and buildable.
From concept to construction drawings, we design spaces that are beautiful, functional, and structurally sound. Our architectural and expertise ensures every detail is thoughtfully planned and build-ready.
We provide clear, detailed cost estimates early in the process to align design with budget. This helps you make informed decisions and move forward with confidence.
We handle the permitting process and coordinate with contractors to keep your project moving smoothly. Our team stays involved to support you through approvals and into construction.
Exploring Design Styles
Clean lines, large windows, flat or low-pitched roofs, open floor plans.
Suits lakefront and wooded lots well (emphasis on views, connection to nature).
Frequently combines with sustainable technologies (high insulation, passive solar).
Example: modern lakeside remodels get featured in Minnesota architectural tours.
Combines traditional massing (gables, pitched roofs) with modern detailing (clean trim, large glass, simpler ornament).
Popular among homeowners who want elegance but also contemporary functionality.
Minnesota builders cite “transitional / timeless architecture” as a go-to for luxury.
Grand homes designed to make a statement through scale, proportion, and timeless detail.
Expansive layouts suited for large lots or private settings
Symmetrical facades with refined architectural detailing
Built with premium materials to convey permanence and prestige
A contemporary take on rural tradition, blending warmth with simplicity.
Gabled roofs and inviting front porches
White or neutral siding with contrasting trim
Open, family-friendly layouts with rustic-modern finishes
Scandinavian-inspired homes focused on light, warmth, and simplicity
Soft neutral palettes with blonde woods and natural textures
Expansive windows fill interiors with daylight and calm energy
Balanced minimalism creates cozy, wellness-oriented spaces ideal for sustainable living
High-end revival styles such as Tudor Revival, French Country, and Georgian remain popular for those seeking timeless presence.
Often chosen for large estate lots or prestigious neighborhoods where a “statement” home is desired.
In Minnesota’s historic districts, revival styles are carefully preserved or adapted to respect architectural heritage.
Site Planning
Begin with a site analysis to review grading, utilities, and setbacks.
Identify unique design opportunities specific to your property.
Ensure your investment aligns with your vision and budget.
Guidance in selecting the right property before you buy.
Feasibility studies to avoid costly surprises.
Site planning to confirm the lot supports your future home design.
Best for properties where the existing home no longer meets your needs.
Zoning, structural, and site feasibility carefully evaluated.
Provides a fresh start while maximizing your lot’s potential.
Expertise in navigating challenging sites with restrictions or unique conditions.
Solutions for views, drainage, erosion, or historic preservation rules.
Designs that celebrate the property’s character while meeting requirements.
Our 6 Step Design Process
We begin with a conversation to understand your goals, lifestyle, and budget. During this stage, we review your site or home, share initial insights, and confirm the scope of work. Most consultations and early assessments can be completed within one to two weeks.
Ideas take shape through early sketches, layouts, and inspiration boards. This is where we define the big-picture vision—style, flow, and the relationship of spaces to daily living. Concept design typically takes two to four weeks depending on the complexity of your project.
Concepts evolve into scaled drawings and preliminary 3D visuals. We refine layouts, begin exploring materials, and confirm the overall design direction together. Homeowners can expect three to five weeks for this stage as ideas are tested and adjusted.
We dive deeper into details—materials, finishes, lighting, and built-in features. At this stage, we coordinate with engineers and consultants to ensure the design is functional and ready to build. This phase usually takes four to six weeks as details are finalized.
Our team creates a complete set of technical drawings and specifications—plans, elevations, sections, and detailed notes—that your builder will use. Depending on the project size, this stage often takes six to ten weeks to produce a precise and thorough set.
We prepare and submit documents to your local jurisdiction, coordinate revisions if required, and secure the necessary permits. Permitting time varies greatly depending on the city, but most approvals take four to eight weeks.
We deliver full design and bid-ready documents
You solicit contractor bids; we assist with bidder questions
During construction, we act as your on-site design advocate (site visits, RFI review, change order oversight)
You contract with the GC directly
Fee: standard design rate + construction administration (hourly or percentage)
One contract, one point of accountability
All labor, materials, and quality control are handled by us
Fee: included design + GC fees. Partial Architectural fees applied to build cost.
We coordinate deliveries and logistics
Then hand off the project (with materials) to your chosen GC
You handle the labor / installation via GC
Fees: design rate + procurement fee
