Home Remodel | Hopkins, Minnesota

The homeowners purchased the property with the intent to renovate the existing 1960’s rambler, desiring a home that had a stronger relationship to the pond. The design was inspired by the clients’ love of Japanese architecture with large sheltering eaves, calm horizontal lines, and connections to the landscape.

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The rambler was demolished down to the foundation to allow for a new space which maximizes connections to the outdoors. Corner windows give panoramic views to the pond. The large windows along with a playful trim and panel layout lend a touch of whimsy and character to a limited palette of exterior materials. Although the home changed dramatically, the modest construction budget was kept in check by largely staying within the footprint of the existing structure.

The interior of the home was designed with some unique personal details. The island was designed to accommodate the client’s heirloom chopping block within one corner. A free-standing structural column was crafted from a Douglas fir timber, flamed in the style of ShouSugi Ban to provide a textured counterpoint to the smooth interior surfaces.

Collaborators on Lakefront Haven include Choice Wood Company, Safe Haven Structural Engineering and Sierra Pacific Windows. Photography by Alyssa Lee Photography.