When the architect of this remarkable remodel was hired to create a new home for his clients, a derelict building on the site caught his eye and turned out to be the focal point of a marvelous design project. Minneapolis has a fair share of historic buildings that have been re-purposed beautifully and some that would benefit from some thoughtful design. This re-designed building I found is a great example of what architects can really do with original structures. The use of windows allow the owners to be reminded of their landscape and the courtyard feature highlights the home's original walls. New ceramic tiles and timber framing matches the existing context while steel and glass add a modern touch. A glass wall between inside and outside spaces reduces the sense of separation between them. The architect was able to blend present day design with the past all while respecting the original builder's ideas. I wonder if this is something that will catch the eye of residential architects in Minneapolis, this project looks so fun and rewarding! First Seen on: Inhabited Ruin: Modern Home Hidden Inside Abandoned Masonry Shell via Blogger Inhabited Ruin: Modern Home Hidden Inside Abandoned Masonry Shell
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When I'm not busy being an architect in the Twin Cities, I've enjoyed peaceful weekend outings to Lake Minnetonka. It's rich history and breathtaking landscape reminds us of just how lucky we are to have these gems here in the mid-west. Lake Minnetonka is a vast, sparkling blue sapphire in Minnesota’s prized collection of jewels. With more than 150 years of rich, colorful history, the libraries, museums, and historical societies around the lake are filled with tales of the fur traders, soldiers, pioneers, and empire builders who left their indelible mark on the landscape. There is a long history dating back over 150 years of beautifully designed boathouses on the lake. These structures were built to protect extremely valuable boats and were personally commissioned by the owners to be built by well known architects. There are still many of these houses surrounding the lake and some are even owned by the original families. These classic beauties reflect life as it was back then and have aged wonderfully. These boathouses show how important this lake is to both the residents and visitors of the shores. Read more here to explore these unique structures.
Originally Posted right here: Boathouses of Minnetonka via Blogger Boathouses of Minnetonka As a residential architect, I understand the need for space. Space allows your home's aesthetic to flow nicely throughout each room. When structures are smaller the ability to decorate can be more of a challenge, yet it can be done well! "Despite small homes are extremely comfortable and charming they can be quite challenging to decorate. There’s so tiny amount of area and you need to pull together sofas, tables, chairs, storage…the list just goes on. From rooms that are hardly big enough to fit a bed, to living rooms that need to include a dining area and home office, here are several decor tips that can make your house look a little bigger without having to exclude anything significant." We are an architecture firm in Minneapolis and we like to incorporate open floor plans to let in more light as well as make your space feel bigger and more open. Once the design has been built, there are more things you can do to your home to make sure you are maximizing your use of the space. A tiny space doesn’t mean you have to be crowded. Take a look at these 10 Home Decor Tips and create a more open living space for your family and friends. Read more here... First Seen on: Decor Tips To Make Your House Look Bigger via Blogger Decor Tips To Make Your House Look Bigger In the Midwest, we see all types of home designs. Driving down the road you can see anything from an old farm house to a modern mansion. The family highlighted in this story simply wanted a new look but didn't want to leave their home. The beautiful thing about architecture and remodeling is that without tearing down every wall, you can create something essentially brand new. Taking from the old and adding a tasteful modern twist. The Midwest home builder, Peterson, in the following story did a great job! "The interiors were warm and soft—with maple floors and cabinetry, carpet in the living room, lots of big overstuffed furniture, and a gas fireplace. It looked great—or at least it did then. A few years ago, Mary decided the house needed a full refresh: “I was just tired of the look,” she says." Read full story here... If you have any questions or would like more information feel free to contact Chris Doehrmann architecture firm in Minneapolis/St Paul we are here to help. Original Post here: An Eden Prairie Remodel Keeps the Best of the Old and Adds Right Amount of New via Blogger An Eden Prairie Remodel Keeps the Best of the Old and Adds Right Amount of New Starting in the fall of 2018, there will be a new Master of Architecture degree program in the Midwest. Indiana University Bloomington (IU) will offer the degree from the campus’s new School of Art and Design. The primary focus of the program will be in Columbus, Indiana, the modernist playground located south of Indianapolis. Read more... In architecture, education is paramount. Our profession is a balanced mix of creativity and engineering. I'm thrilled to see such a great school like IU add this masters program to their curriculum. I'm looking forward to seeing the creativity and work produced through this Midwest architecture program. Good luck to the future students, from Chris Doehrmann Architect Inc. of Minneapolis. First Seen over here: Indiana University Bloomington to launch new Master of Architecture program via Blogger Indiana University Bloomington to launch new Master of Architecture program As an architect in the Minneapolis area, you find yourself in awe when looking at buildings like the Holy Redeemer Catholic Church designed by Emmanuel Masqueray. This stunning Minnesota landmark was completed in 1915 by an architect who had an eye for detail and incredible aesthetics. After arriving in St.Paul in 1905, Masqueray went on to design many incredible churches throughout the St.Paul and general Minnesota area before his death in 1917. "The Southwest Minnesota Orchestra will perform “Building Minnesota: The Centennial Commemoration of Emmanuel Masqueray” at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church in Marshall and at 2 p.m. Saturday, March 25, will take place at the Cathedral of St. Paul in St. Paul. Masqueray was a French-American architect who designed landmark buildings, namely Holy Redeemer Catholic Church and the Cathedral of St. Paul." Read more... here to learn more about this event. Minneapolis architects know and appreciate his work and I think the performance in his honor by the Southwest Minnesota Orchestra will be a great tribute to the work he provided to this community. Originally Posted over here: An Architectural Genius: Honoring French architect Emmanuel Masqueray via Blogger An Architectural Genius: Honoring French architect Emmanuel Masqueray As architects, we sometimes come across beautiful old structures that simply need a little fixing to be brought back to life. It's amazing what some people's creativity can do when given a slate that is nothing close to clean. This process takes a structure with a rich history and makes something beautiful all while respecting the roots it came from. Here in the Minneapolis area, architects have the pleasure of being surrounded by great old buildings that are used for inspiration. The article below shows a beautiful example of this process but in New York. The owners seem very enthusiastic and it's so wonderful to see how important this project was to them. See more...
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