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The Homes by Architects Tour follows Center for Disease Control (CDC) guidance based on the county’s risk level. Homes #1–4 are in Hennepin County and Homes #5–7 are in Washington County. If the counties’ risk levels rise to “high,” tour goers, volunteers, and staff will be required to wear a mask indoors. View county risk levels and corresponding guidance at forPleaseThesecontentvirtuallyandIfyour-health/covid-by-county.htmlcdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/.youarefeelingill,pleasestayhomeenjoytouringHomes#6and#8andexploringtheotherdigitalathomesbyarchitects.orgprotocolsaresubjecttochange.checkhomesbyarchitects.orgthemostup-to-dateinformation.
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Can I wear my shoes inside the tour homes? All visitors are required to remove their shoes before entering a home. Bring a pair of clean socks to wear inside the homes or grab a pair of booties at your first stop and take them with you to the rest of the homes.
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Homes by Architects Tour Rules & FAQs
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Photo galleries of each home will be available to ticket holders until October 2, 2022. Access the galleries by going to homesbyarchitects.org and following the online instructions to enter the password in your confirmation email.
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Are pets allowed? In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Minnesota Human Rights Act, service animals are welcome on the tour. Service animals, as defined by federal law, are “individually trained to do work or perform tasks for the benefit of an individual with a disability.” The work or tasks performed by a service animal must be directly related to the handler’s disability.
All other pets and animals, including those whose purpose is to provide emotional support, are not allowed on the tour as they do not qualify as service animals. Thank you for respecting the people who are opening their homes to tour goers by leaving non-service animals and pets at home.
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Can I take photos inside the tour homes? No, photography is not allowed inside the homes in order to respect the privacy of the people who live in them. We don’t want the owners’ personal items or photographs of their kids to end up on social media, and neither do they! It’s okay to take photos of the homes’ exteriors.
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Open your mind to the possibilities of home as designed by an architect on the 2022 Homes by Architects Tour, celebrating its 15th anniversary this year. AIA Minnesota is proud to showcase projects that demonstrate some of the most creative ideas from our region’s talented residential architects.
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 nearly 2,300 members and a staff of 10 professionals. AIA Minnesota provides services to all local chapters, produces a regional conference, publishes the digital biweekly ENTER, lobbies on behalf of the profession at the state legislature, and delivers continuing education to all members. aia-mn.org
WELCOME TO THE 2022 HOMES BY ARCHITECTS TOUR
If you have any questions or comments about the tour, please contact AIA Minnesota at 612-338-6763.
Seven homes in-person: September 17 & 18, 2022 10AM–5PM
The Homes by Architects Tour was created by AIA Minnesota. AIA Minnesota partners with Nemer Fieger for marketing and public relations support.
Explore seven stunning homes in person, then check out exclusive digital content, including 3D digital tours of two homes, photo galleries, interviews, and more, on the Homes by Architects Tour website: homesbyarchitects.org.
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Homes by Architects Tour Rules & FAQs
Where do I park? Residential street parking is available at the homes. Be prepared for a short walk depending on the location. Home #1 is accessible by shuttle only; the address provided will take you to the Deephaven City Lot, where you can park and pick up the shuttle or walk to the home.
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Can I go through a home more than once? Yes, as long as you present your wristband at the home.
What can I view online?
Exclusive online content will be available for ticket holders to view until October 2. Explore 3D, interactive tours of Homes #6 and #8, photo galleries of each home, interviews with the architects, and more. Go to homesbyarchitects.org and follow the online instructions to enter the password in your confirmation email.
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order you choose. Your wristband is good for both days of the tour. If your wristband is lost, simply tell a greeter at any of the tour homes and you’ll be given a replacement.
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Visit AIA Minnesota’s website and use our searchable architecture firm directory to find a design professional who fits your needs best. Filter by city, building type, firm size, and other criteria.
Will I get a ticket? A wristband will serve as your ticket and you’ll need to show it at the entrance to each home. You may visit the homes in whatever
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Where do I use the bathroom? Bathrooms are not available during the tour. Please attend well-rested, or plan to stop at a public restroom, such as at a gas station. Do not use the bathrooms in the tour homes.
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Explore Homes #6 and #8 virtually from September 17–October 2 at homesbyarchitects.org
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Take a route that works best for you— no need to go in numerical order. Due to construction and potential road closures, please check your route before beginning the tour.
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• Design for Water: Good design conserves and improves the quality of water as a precious resource.
• Design for Integration: Good design elevates any project, no matter how small, with a thoughtful process that delivers both beauty and function in balance. It is the element that binds all the principles together with a “big idea.”
AIA Minnesota architects have incorporated these design principles into each tour project within the summaries and descriptions of each home.
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The Future of Design: The AIA Framework for Design Excellence
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The 10 principles are:
• Design for Well-Being: Good design supports health and wellbeing for all people, considering physical, mental, and emotional effects on building occupants and the surrounding community.
AIA describes the Framework as a set of 10 defining principles of good design for the 21st century. Each principle is accompanied by a series of probing questions to inform progress toward a zero-carbon, equitable, resilient, and healthy built environment. The principles are to be explored by both the designer and the client regardless of the size, typology, or program of the project.
• Design for Change: Adaptability, resilience, and reuse are essential to good design, which seeks to enhance usability, functionality, and value over time.
• Design for Resources: Good design depends on informed material selection, balancing priorities to achieve durable, safe, and healthy projects with an equitable, sustainable supply chain to minimize possible negative impacts to the planet.
Chicago Infill House, designed by Minneapolis-based VJAA, won a 2021 AIA Minnesota Honor Award for Excellence in Design for Integration and LookWell-Being.fortheways
• Design for Discovery: Every project presents a unique opportunity to apply lessons learned from previous projects and gather information to refine the design and construction process.
• Design for Energy: Good design reduces energy use and eliminates dependence on fossil fuels while improving building performance, function, comfort, and enjoyment.
Whether in the context of residential, commercial, or public space, design has the power to reshape communities and improve lives. The American Institute of Architects (AIA) has developed a Framework for Design Excellence, which helps architects articulate the ways in which design reaches beyond the drawings to build a better world.
• Design for Economy: Good design adds value for owners, occupants, the community, and the planet, regardless of project size and budget.
• Design for Equitable Communities: Design solutions affect more than the client and current occupants. Good design positively impacts future occupants and the larger community.
• Design for Ecosystems: Good design mutually benefits human and nonhuman inhabitants.
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Inside, the rooms of the central living space are separated by plaster arches. The flow and scale of the plan allow the main living space to be flanked by windows and doors on both sides. Views of the interior courtyard garden bring connection to nature and light into the space. A kitchen with plenty of counter space includes a bank of windows with a deep sill for growing herbs, and a sunroom performs double duty as an informal eating space and a greenhouse. Reclaimed timbers and wood ceilings balance the refined painted trim, giving the home a European country house sensibility.
DESIGN TEAM: Jean Rehkamp Larson, AIA; Angela Taffe Wingate, Assoc. AIA; John Kirk
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This new home will age in an authentic, charming way. It connects to place with a classic form, traditional materials, and details that were commonly used over a century ago.
The exterior integrates resilient, natural, timeless materials such as field stone, three-coat stucco, wood windows, cedar siding, cedar roof shakes, and copper flashing. The gables are adorned with functional brackets running the length of the roof to support the minimal eave and copper gutters. The stable, traditional character of the form contrasts with walls of glass surrounding a courtyard created between the garage and house.
The flat roof features green roof gardens that retain a percentage of rainwater that falls onto the site. The house
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20225 Cottagewood MN 55331
This home is only accessible via shuttle bus. Catch the bus at the Deephaven City Hall parking lot, 20225 Cottagewood Road, Deephaven. First departure of the day will be approximately 9:50 a.m. and final departure will be approximately 4:30 p.m.
occupies the east side of the lot, allowing for a pool to the west, which is set just far enough away to leave existing mature oaks undisturbed.
PROJECT TYPE: New Construction
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ARCHITECT: Rehkamp Larson Architects rehkamplarson.com612-285-7275
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What are some innovative solutions in the design that addressed the client’s needs? The house is placed on the east side of the lot, leaving most of the yard to the west for the pool. The design of the house creates an outdoor courtyard, which means plenty of natural light. The primary living space has windows on both sides of the room— east and west—to draw in light, as well.
A residential architect has the unique skills and perspective to balance the values of the homeowner, the practical constraints of construction, and the design of the whole.
Founding partner of Rehkamp Larson Architects Jean Rehkamp Larson, AIA, shares some of the special details in Home #1 and speaks to the process of working with a residential architect.
What unique value does an architect bring to a residential design project?
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What was your favorite moment in the design process? My favorite moments in the design process are the collaborative discussions with the homeowner, builder, and artisan subcontractors. When a good working session includes the preferences of the homeowner, the vision of the architect, and the practical skills of the builder, the resulting solution is useful and beautiful.
How would you describe what an architect does in three words? Communicate, collaborate, design.
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What is your favorite space in this home? My favorite space depends on the time of day and season. On a spring morning, I’d land at the table in the kitchen sunroom with a cup of coffee. On a summer evening, sitting in the screened porch watching kids in the pool and listening to the crickets would be delightful. On a fall afternoon, I’d be in the living room with a roaring fire, with dappled light entering from both sides of the room. On a winter evening, I’d tuck in for movie night in the family room library.
What trends are your clients asking you about these days?
What’s one thing you want potential clients to know before they start a project with you? Designing a custom home is a delightful process. It is not a straight line from here to there. The process allows time to explore and find the right sweet spot of cost, size, and style.
How did you consider sustainability in the design? The house is rightsized so that the spaces in the house are efficiently tailored to the homeowners’ desired lifestyle. Durable, natural materials used
More than ever, home is a retreat and a refuge, a place for family and friends to enjoy time together. This means different things to different people and architects can listen and help people shape a home for their site and lifestyle. A removed, quiet home office is often part of the new work-life integration. Screened porches continue to be a favorite for social gatherings.
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2015 | Home #15
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A 1980s kitchen contrasted with the exquisite historic details of Home #3 on the 2020 tour. Mitlyng Design came to the rescue, designing a period-style kitchen for the modern-day lifestyle.
Renovations and Additions by Architects Over the Years
When a 1970s addition to their midcentury home sprung a leak, the owners of Home #15 on the 2015 tour approached Nguyen Architects to fix it. The older addition not only was faulty but disrupted flow and contrasted with the home’s original charm. A new addition provided space and cohesion while maintaining the house’s distinctive look.
When renovating Home #17 on the 2013 tour, Shelter Architecture kept the floor plan within the original, tiny footprint, while creating a bigger primary suite, adding a powder room, repairing water damage, upgrading insulation, highlighting the site’s beautiful views, and more.
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2020 | Home #3
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Architects do more than design new homes. Hiring an architect for a renovation or addition ensures quality design that meets the homeowner’s needs with creative, innovative, thoughtful, and seamless design solutions. As the Homes by Architects Tour celebrates its 15th anniversary, we take a look back at architect-led renovations over the years.
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2020 | Home #16
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The owners of Home #10 on the 2014 tour chose to renovate their 1928 home instead of tearing it down in order to reduce the project’s carbon impact McMonigal Architects transformed it into a LEED-Silver-certified home that met the owners’ needs, aesthetics, and eco-friendly lifestyle.
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After a devastating fire, the homeowners of Home #16 on the 2020 tour hired Kell Architects to both replace what was lost and reimagine the beloved family home overall, including optimizing the kitchen layout for the couple, who are passionate about cooking.
How can an architect help their clients in this process? Architects can help you navigate this volatile market in a few ways. They can provide the relevant costs for your project development budget by sharing a range of comparative costs of similar projects, providing options to phase projects, and identifying where you can spend or save based on your priorities. As they learn about your family’s values, ideas, and preferences, they can suggest multiple design schemes that offer varying price points and greater efficiency, and they can advocate on your behalf for potential variance requests from governing authorities.
A lot has happened over the past two years. What impact has this had on the residential architecture market? We’re experiencing delays, cost increases, and a shortage of workers in the design and construction industry. Architecture firms and builders are also extremely busy right now because everything was paused during the pandemic, and now everybody wants their projects done yesterday. This doesn’t mean you shouldn’t pursue your home design project now. It simply means that you can make the process go more smoothly by being informed, and an architect can help with this.
They are also prepared to develop a realistic project schedule, provide a list of general contractors and suppliers who have capacity in their schedule to take your project on, and identify products with long lead times that you may want to order early so you have them when you are ready to build. And architects are expert problem-solvers—they will help you find workarounds or solutions when the unexpected occurs.
they’re repricing, and the cost has increased significantly from the estimate the builder gave me last year.
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You recently went through your own renovation project. What was that process like? We’ve encountered a significant cost increase on windows and a delay just in getting them on-site. We wanted to do this three-season porch remodel last summer but couldn’t get product. It took nine months for the windows to be available. And now that they’re actually making the windows,
This article originally appeared in the Sept. 8, 2022 issue of ENTER at entermn.com
Interview with Alicia Belton, FAIA, NOMA
Speaking from the perspective of both an architect who does residential work in the Twin Cities and a homeowner who has recently done her own home renovation, AIA Minnesota president and founder of Urban Design Perspectives Alicia Belton, FAIA, NOMA, shares what people who wish to undertake a new home design project need to know in today’s market.
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The pandemic has reshaped how many people think about work, family, and home, inspiring fresh ideas on how one’s house can contribute to these reassessed values and lifestyles. Residential architects can help people take this opportunity to reimagine home while keeping today’s complexities and considerations in mind.
any better. As we are reviewing construction estimates, contractor bids are still competitive and escalated due to material availability, labor shortages, and shipping delays. We haven’t seen any relief yet. I’m telling my clients to be patient and flexible.
Is there any sign that things might be getting better? I personally have not seen pricing or scheduling getting
How can people prepare before beginning their own home design project? I think the key is to be flexible. You should anticipate schedule delays. Be sure to ask specific questions about when a firm can begin work on your project and what they are seeing in terms of contractor availability. If there’s a particular architecture firm or builder you want to work with, you will need to have a direct conversation about when they will be able to fit your project into their schedule. Back in January, I was talking to one small firm about a project we wanted to build, and they were already booked for the year. Regarding materials, you may not be able to get your first-choice product and will have to look at alternative options. Be prepared to shop around for good quality products—or be prepared to wait if you want a particular brand or model. Also, customized items will likely take longer than items in standard sizes. If there are items with long lead times, I would recommend ordering those now if you have the budget and storage space to do so.
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Ultimately, the concept for the home was to reach for the daylight, open to the outside, create space made from organic, rich materials that flowed with ease, and beautifully hold the family’s eclectic life, full of eclectic things.
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were used in some places to create grand views; in others, they were added to enhance intimate spaces.
The home is serious at times and playful at others. It was designed for a family who loves space, light, and beauty. Art is important, and it’s all around. Craftmanship is celebrated all through the house. For the children, the home features a secret door and firefighters’ pole for them to access their own private play and videogaming room.
The footprint of the home was already large, which allowed the design team to rebuild on the same foundation. The one major change was to move the owners’ suite and home office upstairs to a new partial second floor. The original home had low-slung hipped roofs. The owners asked, “What might be possible with new soaring rooflines and windows all around?”
The home was also designed to expand and contract as the seasons change. Oversized sliding doors are used to open walls to the outside when the weather allows. This large, direct connection to the south-facing yard ties the indoors to the outdoors and keeps the family of five connected during work and play.
In early 2020, this family came home to discover a fire burning in the attic. The damage was substantial, and most of the home they loved could not be saved. For the owners, this became an opportunity to rethink the home from the ground up and create a space that represents who they are and how they want to live. For the architects, this became an opportunity to create a home that emerged from the ashes to soar for the daylight.
The main roofline was inverted into a butterfly roof to reach high in the sky along the northern and southern walls. This floods the home with light, even when the shades are drawn. Windows
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BA: They asked us to explore unique exterior solutions for finishes. From this, we developed a completely custom siding design that uses marine-grade plywood sheets in a giant cedar shake pattern. They also wanted the house to open up during the warmer months to allow certain rooms to expand by borrowing outdoor space. In one location, we designed a fully pocketing window wall along the south side of the kitchen that connects the kitchen to the south deck and patio in dramatic way.
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Shane, why did you decide to hire an Shane:architect?
BA: I want potential clients to know that I view this process as truly a partnership. That is where our best work happens: when our clients are interested and engaged in the process with us.
Shane: Next-level ingenuity.
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We wanted a home that was unique and fit the way we live, and for that, we knew we needed someone to understand all the aspects of how we live at home.
BA: I loved the idea and experience of designing a new home on the exact same footprint as the original home. The constraint of using what was already there was a wonderfully interesting and challenging problem— to see how the same foundation could result in such a completely different home was rewarding.
Ben, what’s one thing you want potential clients to know before they start a project with you?
What about the architect-client relationship made this project come to Shane:life?
What is something in the home you’re excited for tour goers to see?
BA: A special detail might be the flush beams above the butterfly roof windows that allow them to extend all the way up to the ceiling. These beams are not visible in the final design, and while they often cost more than dropped beams, they make a remarkable difference when experiencing the view out and the daylight coming in.
Ben, what are some innovative solutions in the design that addressed Shane’s and his family’s needs?
What were your favorite moments in the design process?
Shane: For me, it was seeing the house in virtual reality for the first time. We were able to feel what it was like to walk around before any spaces had been physically formed.
What was the most surprising aspect of the design process?
BA: I am excited for visitors to see the daylight in the space. The original home was a 1952 one-level ranch. It was a lovely home, but the space was divided up and the rooms had smaller windows on only one or two walls, which is typical for homes of this era. This new home explores bringing in daylight from multiple directions and angles.
Shane: The level of detail that went into every joint, element, and space.
Architect Ben Awes, AIA, and homeowner Shane discuss unique details of Home #2 and reflect on the design process.
The open communication and trust in the vision was probably the most important element in making this home come to life.
Shane, how would you describe working with an architect?
What is a special detail in this home that tends to get overlooked?
While there’s no single definition of a family, an architect can help any family define a vision for their home.
In addition to determining which spaces are more communal and which are more private, the architect can help clients identify needs and opportunities for multiple points of access. If multiple generations are
Defining Home: Expanding for Cultural and Multigenerational NeedsHome
While there’s no single definition of a family, an architect can help any family define a vision for their home. Take advantage of an architect partner as you create your family home for today and the future.
The idea of who lives in a “family home” means different things to just about everyone. It could be a single person with pets, a couple with children, or multiple generations living together. For some cultures around the globe, the family home includes an even broader group. No matter who is in your family, architects can help design a home for you that accommodates your needs and brings your vision to life.
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15 on the 2020 tour, by Harmonious Architecture, is a lake home designed to accommodate multiple generations, with flexible spaces to provide privacy or togetherness as desired, and age-inplace design elements.
Architects can help families understand which parts of the home they expect to be communal (i.e., kitchens, entertainment spaces, gathering spaces, etc.) and which spaces they wish to keep separate (i.e., bedrooms, bathrooms). Having a consensus that takes cultural considerations and residents’ goals into account can ensure that the home balances the need for community and privacy that the clients desire.
As more generations join a family home, designing for aging in place and different abilities becomes more important. Good design anticipates the need for features like zero-grade entrances, ADA-accessible doorways, lower counters, and safer bathroom fixtures. These features can be functional for an elder generation ready to move in, or for the family as they age through the future.
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living in the home, and it is arranged in suites or discrete areas, does it make sense to incorporate separate entries on the exterior, or barriers on the interior? Do separate entrances make sense for household members with very different schedules? An architect can help clients determine the most effective ways for different groups to access the home.
There are several key design considerations architects work through when designing any home that become even more essential to clarify at the start of the process when more complex family structures are working together on a home. They include:
Even with good design, families and their needs change over time. With complex groups, it is extremely important to have spaces that can adapt for future needs. Architects can help families anticipate change and identify ways to help spaces adapt for whatever comes.
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The carefully sited L-shaped home maximizes abundant south light for occupant well-being in all seasons, blending well with the adjacent homes. The home features an elegant balance
2847 East Lake of the Isles Parkway Minneapolis, MN 55408
The interior space plan includes a sculptural modern staircase, an integrated kitchen, dining and living room, four bedrooms, and an office. Custom furnishings, statement lighting, and other luxe details reflect the homeowners’ distinctive style.
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The design supports enjoyment of life on the lake in all seasons with a front porch, a roof deck, a modern bay window that frames the view of Lake of the Isles from the owners’ suite, and a backyard patio for al fresco dining. The covered front porch and roof deck create a strong visual connection to the parkway and invite conversation with neighbors and passersby, fostering a sense of community— a key component of well-being and staying active and connected.
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of classical design elements and bold, modern features united by a striking exterior palette.
After raising their two sons in the suburbs, the homeowners welcomed the opportunity to streamline their life and swap suburban living for an active, healthy, urban lifestyle. They found a diminutive lot overlooking Lake of the Isles and commissioned the architecture firm to design a right-sized family home that balanced their modern aesthetic with their appreciation for European design. Challenged by the small lot, tight setback rules, and an existing driveway, the architecture firm designed a compact, modern home that illustrates Da Vinci’s belief that simplicity is the ultimate sophistication.
KC: One of my favorite parts of this home is the office. I can get lost in there for hours, just soaking in the creativity and inspiration. Originally,
When I think about the design approach to this home, it was important to my husband Giuseppe and me that it really felt warm and welcoming and was a different size for us as we entered the empty-nest stage of life. What I love most about it is the juxtaposition of feminine meets masculine, of straight lines meet sexy curves, of warmth and coziness in addition to inside and outdoor spaces.
KC: Something that really got me excited when we were working on this home was the main staircase [between the living room and kitchen]. I love how, working with PKA Architecture and our builder, we were able to design a soft S-curve into the stair, and that really makes it a unique, standout feature.
the room felt like just a white box, and when I mentioned that to the design team, they came up with the idea of adding paneling. That made all the difference in the world.
KC: Another favorite spot of mine is the bay window in the owners’ suite. When we were working on the owners’ suite, it started as a regular window— a great window with fantastic views— but as the design team heard me talk about my love of window seats and all things cozy, they came up with this great idea.
What is a special detail in this home that tends to get overlooked?
KC: Personally, I love design. It feeds my soul. And so, the opportunity to work with people that had a diverse set of backgrounds and knew things that I didn’t know was just such a joy. We couldn’t be more grateful for having the amazing creative team behind us.
CH: It turned out really well, especially considering the limited space in which the stair had to fit.
PKA Architecture director of design Chad Healy, Assoc. AIA, and homeowner Kelly Caruso discuss favorite spaces in Home #3 and the design process behind them.
The design team did an amazing job helping us bring our vision to life. When Giuseppe and I first started working on this project, we knew that it was important that we work with artisans and craftsmen that had spent years honing their craft, in part because the ability to capture the light and the views was going to be incredibly important to the success of this home design.
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KC: The bay window is where I often curl up reading a book, looking at the stars, or take a nap.
What is your favorite space in the home?
CH: The window box now opens up views to the lake and allows the owners to have that cozy space within the larger context of the owners’ suite.
CH: Along with the paneling, bringing in the dark, deep green color that Kelly had suggested for the island in the kitchen into the office space really helped make it stand out from the rest of the house. Layering color and paneling with the furniture, the lighting, and the wallpaper on the ceiling makes this into a really cozy space in the house that I also love.
How did you and PKA Architecture approach the design?
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Asking the right questions before hiring an architect for your dream home project is essential for avoiding headaches down the road. You want to select an architect who makes you feel comfortable and understands your goals, and one whose work style aligns with how you plan to proceed.
• What are the biggest design challenges and considerations of my project? The architect will likely have insights or knowledge beyond what you have explored. They should have ideas for how to rise to those challenges and embrace all project considerations.
Are you ready to hire an architect? Learn what questions will inform your search for a design partner.
• Do you have references? Speaking to an architect’s references, typically past clients and contractor partners, will not just reassure you that you’ve found a reputable architect, but will also give insight into their work style and approach.
• Who is on my team? Unless you choose 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!
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• 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 estimating and completing projects within budget by talking to their references.
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• What will you show me along the way to explain the project? Can you expect renderings or drawings before the construction process starts? Don’t be afraid to ask for sketches or alternative designs, samples, or showroom visits. Ask about the impact of modifications or alternatives on both the budget and timeline for your project.
• How will you handle the unexpected? The years of the pandemic have created challenges with the supply chain, as well as staffing and connecting with clients. Your architect should be able to tell you how they have adapted their work style, and how they deal with the unexpected in any project.
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This conversation will also aid in setting a timeline and budget for the project overall.
See page 36 for questions to ask yourself as you consider beginning a home project.
• How much time for 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.
• What’s your relationship with the contractor? Does the architect have a contractor they partner with regularly? If not, will they help you identify the right contractor for your project? Will you be expected to deal with the contractor directly, or will the architect work with them?
three-season porches at the front and back of the house were replaced with fully conditioned spaces that expand the 800-square-foot main level by almost 40 percent with bright and comfortable spaces that engage both street and backyard. In the front, a portion of the rebuilt porch was opened up to the dining room and provides a sunny
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Upstairs, the owners gained a private bath and walk-in closet by pushing a light-filled primary bedroom out and over the new family dining expansion. The extended cross-gambrel dormer feels right at home with the existing roofline. Only the recessed porch entry, oversized corner window, and flatcapped dormers hint at the airy and expansive transformation within.
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reading area. At the back, the previously confined kitchen was opened to a new family dining space with a floor-toceiling feature window overlooking a new landscaped patio. An adjacent mudroom and revamped half-bath improve storage and function for the active family.
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Sustainability was a top consideration throughout the design process. Strategies included retaining functional existing materials and maximizing passive heating and cooling through siting, windows, and shade trees.
Described by its owners as “a house of small spaces,” this Dutch Revival in the Whittier neighborhood was subtly expanded to add a little space— and much delight—to its 28-by-28-foot footprint. The unique cross-gambrel roofline inspired the design team to extend the form into the backyard, repairing visual access and connection, while satisfying current setback requirements and integrating space and light without over-expanding the home’s Structurallyfootprint.deficient
BA: Initially, we had planned to use structural insulated panels (SIPs) And then the contractor suggested we do what’s called a staggered stud wall. In terms of sustainability, that limits thermal bridging and creates a slightly thicker wall with more insulation. It was a great example of collaboration. The goals, methods, and solution really came together in an exciting way.
BA: I think what’s next has a lot to do with where housing exists. This project is a really great example, because it’s a single-family house in a really dense neighborhood, and the owners have chosen to make the house work for them in a way that doesn’t sacrifice anything. It’s grown only a little, and yet it feels like it’s grown a lot.
BA: One of my favorite photos of this home is the close-up of the hutch in the dining room. You get the original oak and traditional details. And then you see past it to the glassy wall in the background. I absolutely love that juxtaposition of what was, and what is now.
Architect Bryan Anderson, AIA, and one of the owners of Home #4 discuss some innovative design solutions in the project.
I think houses have the opportunity to start serving more purposes than they have before, with, for example, accessory dwelling units or small apartments. Being able to work with the amount of housing we have in the city to accommodate more people is really important.
Owner: Fun. Working with an architect allowed us to put this project all together and, frankly, it was really fun.
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What is a special quality or detail you love in this house?
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For us, sustainability in the design started with staying in the home. We really like our neighborhood and our neighbors. But we were outgrowing the house with two kids entering their teenage years. We needed to figure out a way to stay in the home. And we were able to do that.
the house used to be where the stairs are, so when we created the addition, we were blocking what previously was daylight at the top of the stairs. Putting a skylight in that location and replacing the original back window with [an interior window of] white laminated glass allowed us to enliven the stairwell and the hallway and share that light with the bedroom. Coming around the stairs and up to the second level is one of my favorite moments in the house.
How would you describe working with an architect in one word?
How did you consider sustainability in the Owner:design?
BA: And I would say that what an architect does—in one word— is collaborate. There’s no one right answer that comes about in the first go. It takes input, reaction, and some back and forth. And that collaboration is what ultimately creates what’s special about each space.
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What do you see as “what’s next” in home design innovation?
Owner: I like approaching the home and being able to see through the space. Before the renovation, the house just felt like little pieces. Everything flows together nicely now.
What are some innovative solutions that were used to meet the owners’ vision for the project?
BA: We brought more light into the home using white laminated glass, a material that has a translucent sheet of plastic between two layers of glass so you can’t see directly through it. It also has better acoustic properties. We used that glass on a door to the half-bath, in the upstairs hallway, and in kitchen windows that would otherwise look directly into the neighbor’s house. We’re bringing light into all of these spaces while resolving privacy, sound, and daylighting. And it’s a really fun experience when you’re moving through the house. Another solution for bringing in more light was the skylight. The back of
Design for energy efficiency, water conservation, and healthy materials has been a cornerstone of projects featured every year on the Homes by Architects Tour Take a look back with us at some of those projects as we celebrate our 15th anniversary.
2021 | Home #5
The owners of Home #5 on Medicine Lake wanted a unique, modern home that emphasized energy efficiency and agein-place design. The team at Newland Architecture used structural insulated panels (SIPs) for the building envelope, triple-pane windows, and rooftop rainwater direction for garden watering.
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The primary focus of Home #10’s design by E.J. Hansen, AIA, was sustainability and energy efficiency. The home featured a full concrete exterior wall system with innovative thermal insulation, as well as a solar package that recovers 70 percent of electrical energy consumption for the home.
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Carlsen & Frank Architects designed Home #16 as a passive solar house, strategically utilizing glass at south-facing exposures to increase daylighting while limiting north-facing windows to reduce inefficiency.
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2015 | Home #10
In its renovation of a midcentury classic, Acacia Architects used natural and sustainable materials to improve indoor air quality, reduce the home’s environmental footprint, and expand its connection to the outdoors.
2012 | Home #11
2013 | Home #16
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2016 | Home #6
A broad solar array, healthy materials, and sustainable building practices were prominently featured in Home #6, designed by Christian Dean Architecture Sustainable design extended to the landscaping, which features low-mow fescue instead of traditional turf.
Home #11 by Charles R. Stinson Architecture + Design is an urban sanctuary for a retired couple with several notable sustainable design elements. The home is registered with Minnesota’s Green Path program and features water cisterns, solar panels, and recycled and recyclable materials.
2018 | Home #12
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a large, poolside screened porch, creating indoor-outdoor living access. Additional multi-glide doors open to the pool nestled between the two wings of the building. Windows are prominent on three sides of these main public spaces, providing ample natural daylight along with different perspectives and views of surrounding savanna and nature.
The homeowners wished to have a new, modern home for their growing family that would also have space for their extended family to stay when visiting from Nepal. The four-bedroom, threebathroom home is also designed to accommodate a mother-in-law suite addition to the main floor to assist with age-in-place living in the future.
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The home branches out in all directions, capturing 360-degree views of the surrounding savanna landscape. Designed for large family gatherings, the layout of the home includes interior and exterior spaces of refuge for the young family to enjoy.
The design consists of two large wings that connect and separate interior spaces, providing an open-concept feel that still allows for privacy between the kitchen, living room, and family room. The two wings also shelter and provide privacy to an outdoor swimming pool. A 21-foot-long, five-panel sliding door opens directly off the kitchen onto
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The mechanical system is hidden from view, as well. We designed it to navigate around the house through the structural system and the beams, so that we didn’t have to use dropped ceilings for mechanical ductwork and soffits.
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JI: An innovative solution that we came up with was designing around the courtyard space. The site is on a giant open prairie, so there wasn’t really a perfect spot to create privacy for the outdoor pool and patio area. So, we designed the house to frame that space, which means there are always views into it, especially from the public areas, and the house serves as a nice privacy barrier.
JI: We also located the screened porch adjacent to the courtyard, on the north side of the house. When it can be done, putting the screened porch on the north side has an important benefit: In the hot summer sun, it provides extra shading and cooling at the back of the house.
JI: There are a lot of details you can’t see that were necessary to make this design happen. For example, we did a lot of work to avoid having columns come down in the entryway. We facilitated a complex structure in the floor system to coordinate all that so that we got a nice open space in there.
needs and creating the design, and then we collaborate with the contractor and their subcontractors to facilitate that vision and make it happen. The collaboration is continuous through the entire process.
What are some innovative solutions in the design that address the clients’ needs?
JI: We’d like clients to know that the design process doesn’t end when construction begins. I personally think the most important phase of the design and construction process is the coordination effort during construction. We do our best to get the drawing set to a point where the contractor can run with it, but there are always things that we need to figure out together as a team.
SI: And we made the courtyard northwest-facing to get optimal evening sunlight and warmth to the pool, and to provide some shade as well.
Jeremy Imhoff, AIA, and Sara Imhoff, AIA, discuss the special design details and collaboration that went into designing Home #5.
What was your favorite moment in the design process?
Another is the entry canopy. There were a lot of logistics to getting that flying roof off the entryway while holding it back from the front door and the glass wall so that it didn’t break up the window wall.
How would you describe what an architect does in one word?
SI: I’m going to go with three words: creative, critical thinking. We’re always trying to be creative. But we’re also critical of our own designs to ensure the process is working as the design develops.
What is a special detail in the design that isn’t visible to occupants?
SI: Also, we like to approach each project with a unique design aesthetic. We want our clients to know that their vision is our vision. And that we make a practice of continually honing the design with their thoughts and ideas to make it the best piece of architecture that we can.
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JI: Collaboration. We collaborate with our clients in translating their
JI: For me, it was when we were out here staking the house. Sara was like, “You know what? I think we need to reconfigure the entire kitchen layout.” At the time, I wasn’t thrilled about the idea, but we saw that there were views to the east that we were missing out on. We ended up going back, reconfiguring some things, and came up with a much better layout that works better with the site. It’s another example of how the design process is never quite done. You’re always working to improve things as you’re working toward the construction start date.
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What’s one thing you want potential clients to know before they start a project with you?
SI: Agreed. I think the structure in this house is quite remarkable. There are a lot of point loads that are supported by hidden beams. To pull that off in a house like this was pretty remarkable.
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The area under the south deck was utilized as a garden shed area. Rainwater capture from one wing feeds vegetable and native plant gardens, an essential element of the design for the wife, who is a Master Gardener, while rainwater from other wings of the home is fed directly back into native wetlands.
and reduce construction time and waste.
To fulfill the request for exposed steel, the structure to support the roof was left exposed as a design element.
ARCHITECT: hw² design + hw2design.com612-532-4147architecture DESIGN TEAM: Andrea Hammel Wollak, AIA; Jon Wollak PROJECT TYPE: New Construction AIA FORFRAMEWORKDESIGNEXCELLENCE: Design for Ecosystems Design for Energy Design for Water HOME SPONSOR: • Andersen Windows & Doors hw2design.com info@hw2design.com 612.532.4147 PHOTOGRAPHYGAFFERWITHLAZORJASPERBYPHOTOS Tour this home in person during the tour weekend, and online Sept 17–Oct 2 at #Grant,7216homesbyarchitects.orgLoneOakTrailNorthMN550826
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owners of this home were ready to downsize, and they wanted their final home to incorporate age-in-place design solutions so they could comfortably spend their remaining years at home. Stylistically, the husband desired a factory feel with exposed bar joists, while the wife requested a midcentury modern design with wood tones. The couple loves to entertain, so it was key to have a space where the immediate family could all help with cooking and enough public space for groups of 30 or more.
The office doubles as a guest bedroom and can be modified for end-of-life care. Accessibility elements include zero-grade entry transitions, ADA-compliant doors and clearances throughout, blocking for future grab bars, and more cabinet space within reach of someone in a wheelchair (as opposed to primary reliance on upper cabinets). The building envelope materials and exterior cladding were selected with low maintenance and longevity in mind.
The final design was selected from several options, with consideration for sustainable design features at the heart of the selection. A well-insulated house with lower heating and cooling demands was a simple solution, one that did not have any moving parts in mechanical systems that would require maintenance. Structural insulated panels (SIPs) were selected for the building envelope to achieve an energy-efficient home
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There are a lot of everyday things people take for granted that are driven by the space they move through. A big part of our job as architects is getting our clients to think about those things and ask them, “Do you like how that aspect of your space works? What can we do to make it more efficient or easier for you?”
Architects Andrea Hammel Wollak, AIA, and Jon Wollak and homeowners Al and Cynthia speak about the design process and details that make Home #6 special.
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JW: We’re thinking about what you’re going to need from your house now and in the future. We help clients think about exactly what they want their house to be and how they want it to work for them.
Al: The creative problem-solving. We had a team environment. The architectural team was tremendously skilled, from engineering, to structural insulated panels, to interiors, and that was the fun part—seeing the creativity that occurs when you get a well-functioning team.
What unique value does an architect bring to a residential design project?
How would you describe working with an architect in one word?
Al and Cynthia: Stimulating.
Without doing much that you see externally, we were able to create an incredibly efficient space that doesn’t look like what people often think of when they think of a stereotypical sustainable home.
AHW: A special detail I love is how we played with water in the design. Al and Cynthia love finding waterfalls on vacation. The home has a butterfly roof, which is not typical in the Midwest. Water funnels down to the middle of the roof, and a drop structure, or a large scupper, shoots the water out. So, when it rains, they have their own waterfall at home. The water drains to a dry rock bed and trickles onto the wetlands south of the property.
Al and Cynthia, what were your favorite parts of working with an architect?
JW: The simplest things you can do for sustainability are to site your building properly, with your openings facing the right way and sized right for energy efficiency; and to really think about your insulation. With this house, we faced everything to the south. We put in window glazing where we needed it to get the right amount of light. And we used structural insulated panels (SIPs) to over-insulate everything.
AHW: We do a lot of age-in-place remodeling. When building new, we think about how the owners can continue to stay in their home as their mobility declines.
Andrea and Jon, what trends are you being asked about by your AHW:clients?
A lot of it comes down to being budget-conscious, because the cost of materials has gone up. That is something we’re very thoughtful about. We always try to keep the houses we design on the smaller side and be really thoughtful about the details and materials we use.
What are some special details in this home?
How did you consider sustainability in the design?
Al and Cynthia, why did you decide to hire an architect?
JW: I think the biggest trend right now is that people are no longer thinking of a home as a temporary space but as a space that they want to stay in for a long time. Being able to work with an architect and really think about not just what you need today but what you will need 10 years from now can feel like a really big ask. But it’s an incredible conversation to have during the process.
Al: The question that always comes up is, “Why do you choose an architect, and not just do a design-build, outof-a-can package?” We’ve learned, over the course of the years, that when you work with an architect, you get spaces that work for you, you get a cost that works with your budget, and you get the technical expertise to ensure the home functions. Our goal was to build a 100-year home, and I think we’ve achieved that.
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An architect at Christian Dean Architecture, Jessica prioritizes client needs, lifestyles, and interests in her work while drawing inspiration from a background in art and art history.
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By maintaining the bedroom wing and the footprint of the main living spaces, and cleverly relocating the garage, the site was only minimally disturbed
The existing placement of the home on the site was spot on. The bedroom wing, situated on the north end of the site, functioned well for the family of five. However, the two-car garage and small entryway prevented light from entering the main living spaces, leaving the existing kitchen and living room in darkness for much of the day. Additionally, the homeowners wished to add a new primary suite on the main level.
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with little grading, leaving the existing driveway and the septic field in place and reducing demolition waste. In addition, some of the foundations and framing were reused, while seamlessly integrating new spaces. The newly revamped great room draws the exterior in with higher ceilings and large windows for ample daylighting. The new roof has five-foot overhangs, providing interior shade and creating horizontal sight lines more in line with the homeowners’ design aesthetic.
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To increase the longevity of the home, the homeowners requested durable, long-lasting materials that could withstand an active family and the test of time. Locally sourced concrete panels clad the exterior and interior of the home. Other long-lasting materials include aluminum interior and exterior windows, ironwood siding and decking, and exposed structural steel beams and columns, all of which add warmth and texture to the home. As the cherry on top, a beautifully crafted stainless steel spiral stair leads to the rooftop deck where the family can dream of the Cloud Forests of Ecuador. Morgan
Sited on six acres of land bordering West Boot Lake in Marine on St. Croix, this home is an addition and renovation for a young family of five. Upon the first visit to the property, the homeowners were reminded of their travels to the Cloud Forests of Ecuador. They purchased the 1990s house, and after 10 years of living in their home, the owners knew they were staying put. For them, it was time to update the house to respond to the site they fell in love with and intended to stay in as a “forever home.”
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What is your favorite space in the home?
JI: A special detail on the project, for me, would have to be how we carried exterior materials into the interior. It really opens up the house from interior to exterior. We treated the interior
What is a special detail in this home that may get overlooked?
SI: One of my favorite spaces in the home is a hidden whiskey room. The whiskey room reuses existing wood that the clients had reclaimed from an old tobacco barn and had been previously used for flooring in the house. It’s on all the walls and ceilings and floor, and it’s just a beautiful example of utilizing an existing space, reusing existing materials, and craftsmanship, and it’s all hidden behind a beautifully fabricated steel door.
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left untouched, but at the same time we tried as best we could to really integrate the existing with the new, and we feel like you can’t really tell new from old, at least from the outside.
Jeremy Imhoff, AIA, and Sara Imhoff, AIA, discuss favorite design details that went into the renovation of and addition to Home #7.
in a similar fashion, by carrying builtin cabinetry from room to room. It really starts to open up the floor plan and rooms start to bleed into others.
A fun exercise for tour goers would be to see if they can figure out which side of the house was already there, and which is an addition. There are some signs of where things were
How does this home engage with its site?
What changes did the renovation and addition achieve?
No two views are the same, so every part of the house provides a different perspective out to the lake and landscape. The same holds true of the house too, in the way that the house moves in and out; it hovers over the landscape on the south side, but is hunkered into the landscape on the north side. When you look at the house, you see something different from every angle. It’s really a profound experience to be there and take it all in in person.
It’s really fun to walk around from front to back and see how the house starts to float over the outdoor pool and patio area and overlook the lake below.
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JI: My favorite space in the home has to be the flex office space, which is located between the kitchen and the primary bedroom. It’s along a hallway that leads to the primary bedroom, and there’s a line of built-ins and a long desk, and, at the end, there’s a builtin window seat as well. It’s this nice little niche in the home, and it’s a great example of how you can utilize hallway space as functional usable space.
JI: In the new design, the owners gained a lot more space in the floor plan, but also vertically. The living room is 14 feet tall. A comment that came from one of the clients’ family members was that the house actually felt smaller than it did before we started—in a good way. We were very conscious when building in these flat rooflines to keep the scale right.
SI: The existing house really didn’t honor the site that it was sitting on. There was a large garage that was blocking all the western light to the main living space, and the windows didn’t really enable you to appreciate the beauty of the natural surroundings. By updating the plan and creating larger windows and views, we were able to really capitalize on that gorgeous, lush landscape that they’re living on.
We feel like we achieved a grand spatial quality inside, and yet kept the home nestled into the landscape at the same time. What’s really nice is how the house is a one story in the front and a walk-out in the back.
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ARCHITECT: Albertsson Hansen Architecture aharchitecture.com612-823-0233
Designed for a couple who currently live in Los Angeles, with one partner having grown up in Appleton, Wisconsin, this refined, rustic retreat is the result of their longing for a comfortable summer home for their family of four, as well as a gathering place for extended family and friends. After renting a cabin in the area for several seasons, the owners purchased this wooded two-acre site that has over 500 feet of lakefront, allowing two full sides of the cabin to face the lake. The house was situated to take advantage of the different qualities of the two main lake prospects, while leaving a flat lawn area free for yard games and a firepit.
The cabin’s exterior was deliberately kept low-key with monotone siding and trim, a charcoal-toned asphalt and standing-seam metal roof, and traditional exterior details to help the home blend into its natural surroundings. The plan is organized around the lodge room, aligned with the lawn and the eastern lake view. This portion of the retreat is surrounded by a wraparound porch facing the drive and play lawn, which terminates in a large screened porch with access to the breeze and a 270-degree view of the lake.
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While the primary goal was to host immediate family over summers and holidays, it was also important to the owners to have enough room to welcome extended family and friends from time to time. The design originally accommodated 10 people but ultimately ended up being able to sleep 17.
The bedroom wing at the lower part of the site was angled to orient the two main bedrooms toward the northern lake view, while also allowing for a walkout at the lower-level playroom. An existing freestanding garage was retained, with the exterior remodeled to match the finishes of the main house while preserving the authentic old garage ambience and smell of lake living on the inside.
ARCHITECT INSIGHTS:
What do you want potential clients to know before they start a project with you? Potential clients should know that construction costs remain high, and that projects can take longer than predicted. And the better the clients can describe their vision, the better we will be able to listen carefully and integrate their goals into the final project. Also, that the process can be fun.
What do you see as “what’s next” in home design innovation? What trends are you being asked about by your clients? The work-fromhome phenomenon continues to be very strong even as the pandemic subsides. This family actually ran their Los Angeles events planning business from this home for many months during the pandemic. We’re seeing cabins being used for longer stays that mix leisure and work, leading to offices now being included in cabins. Bunk rooms of all sizes and configurations have always been around, but we’re seeing these more
and more. Retreat homes are being built for larger family gatherings with more sleeping accommodations. For example, this cabin sleeps 17.
What unique value does an architect bring to a residential design project?
How would you describe what an architect does in one word? Synthesize.
What does “home” mean to you?
How did you consider sustainability in the design? This house best embodies sustainable values by being designed to last as long as possible, with high-quality, durable materials and a very functional, organized configuration. Unfortunately, many projects end up not holding up, either materially or in their design or function, and all of the embodied energy of their materials and labor ends up in a dumpster after 20 years. A house that is well built and well loved is sustainable.
What is something in the home you’re especially excited for tour goers to see? This project represents a great example of a particularly refined cabin. Our firm is especially excited to share the lovely resolution of the detail-clear cedar interior and exterior, the careful siting on a beautiful lake, and the sophisticated, casual feel of the living spaces.
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What is a special detail that might get overlooked? One small detail that excites me is the incredible precision of each mitered outside corner of the clear-cedar interior paneling. Being surrounded by an expanse of such perfect wood, perfectly joined, is very special and reflects all the care that went into constructing the home.
What is your favorite space in the home that will be on the tour? I personally like the moment just inside the front door, when you take in the organization of the cabin with the mudroom to the right, the beautiful, solid fire-screened stair and long bench to the left, and the large, vaulted living room with fireplace and lake view straight ahead. People may also enjoy seeing the children’s bunk room, which sleeps seven in variously sized nooks.
Home is the place where our deep human need for shelter and beauty is answered in a way that is physically and emotionally nurturing and sustaining.
A good architect is able to synthesize a vast number of physical and visual criteria, conditions, and wishes into a unified, beautiful, functional, emotionally satisfying whole. When successful, this synthesis creates a long-lasting, lovely home.
Architect Todd Hansen, AIA, shares some of the special details of Home #8 and his knowledge on designing cabins and lakeside retreats. Don’t miss touring Home #8 virtually at homesbyarchitects.org
• Is there anyone who would be using the home with a disability or other special needs? Do you envision staying in this home long enough that age-in-place design needs to be considered?
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Are You Ready to Hire an Architect?
Before interviewing architects, those undertaking a new construction project 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!
• How soon do you want to be living in your new or remodeled home? If remodeling, how much disruption in your life can you tolerate?
• How involved do you wish to be in the process?
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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.
• How invested are you in including energy-efficient features? Are there other aspects of sustainable design that are important to you, such as recycled materials, nontoxic finishes, high-performance mechanical systems, or renewable energy sources?
• What’s your budget? This amount needs to account for construction permits, fees, and utility work, as well as professional services and materials.
• What materials and finishes are you most interested in using? Which do you not want to use?
• How much time and energy are you willing to invest in maintaining your new home?
• Describe your current home. What do you like about it? What don’t you like? What’s missing?
Once you’ve answered these questions, you should have a plan 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.
Thinking of a new home or remodel? Use these questions to get a deeper picture of your wants and needs.
• Do you have ideas about the style of your new home?
• What is your lifestyle like? Do you spend a lot of time at home? Do you entertain? Do you work at home? How has the pandemic shifted your activities and priorities, and how does that change your vision for your home?
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• What do you want most in a new home?
• What aspects of the land are important to you? How do you want to use the outdoor space? What do you want to preserve on your site?
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Each person invested in the home is encouraged to answer these questions separately, then come together to discuss.
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