down to earth.
A full architectural redesign of a 748 square foot basement in a single-family Robbinsdale home, transforming a fully demoed, concrete-shell lower level into a warm, code-compliant living space. The design organizes a guest bedroom, open living and entertainment area anchored by a stone fireplace and built-in cabinetry, a compact tiled walk-in shower bathroom, a kitchenette and wet bar with a full-size refrigerator, and a mudroom with integrated storage. Particular attention was given to optimizing a tight footprint with low ceiling heights, studying stair modifications for improved tread depth and circulation, and coordinating new layouts with existing plumbing rough-ins.
basement finish project that included integrated cabinetry, tying in existing structural, mechanical and electrical components and finding the most efficient layout serving multiple functions. - rendering
integrated cabinetry served as ample storage and helped conceal service lines while maintaining access. - rendering
new wet bar offers a place to entertain, gather and eat. - rendering
gas fireplace with stone surround to add warmth to the basement entertainment space. - rendering
Basement bathroom remodel - working within existing plumbing rough-in layouts and creating ample storage for an efficient space. - rendering
entry mudroom serving for backyard entertainment. - rendering
powderhorn primary.
The only bathroom in this 1917 Powderhorn Craftsman sat a full floor below the bedrooms. Unused attic space became a primary bath and powder room, detailed to match the original house rather than date it.
Converted attic space transformed into a primary bathroom suite with vanity, shower, soaking tub and private water closet; utilizing all the space possible in this Craftsman era south Minneapolis home. - rendering
Primary bathroom vanity incorporates vintage finds and natural lighting. - rendering
New plumbing fixtures pay homage to the existing character of the home. - rendering
Space planning allowed for multiple users to utilize the space without getting in the way. - rendering
bungalow afterglow.
A two-bedroom Craftsman bungalow reworked for a growing family. Enclosing open space on the second level made room for a primary suite beside a second bedroom, with the attic above holding a walk-in closet and vanity. The suite gave up floor area and gained storage.
Transforming an unconventional layout within an attic space into a warm and private primary suite. - rendering
Space planning allowed enough space for a kind bed. - rendering
The space prioritizes efficiency and a space purely for rest and reflection. - rendering
The adjacent primary closet allows for privacy but proximity daily prep and wind down functions. - rendering
Custom vanity carved into the walk-in closet space. - rendering
ON THE BOARDS
ON THE BOARDS
Cottage Rose
This 1950s south Minneapolis home contains modest square footage with the goal of creating an internal ADU to better accommodate housing opportunities. Square footage was increased while maintaining the building footprint. Salvaged and custom reused windows were selected by the client to help reduce the carbon footprint of the project.
Linden Hills Illuminated
Nestled near Lake Harriet, homeowners of this Linden Hills 2-story were looking to make an existing nook into a more formal living area with lots of sunlight. The new windows were to read in harmony with the existing 100 year old windows that belonged to the home’s identity. The new exterior windows are the first phase of a continuous labor of love for home.
Corcoran Kitchen
The owners of this south Minneapolis home wanted a kitchen addition and refresh. The goals included respectfully opening the kitchen to the rest of the house, updating the home’s stairs to code to allow for safer passage from floor to floor, and creating an adjacent primary bedroom that allows space for a king sized bed.