Highlands Hilltop

by dkantor | Jan 2, 2024

Highlands Hilltop Edina, MN | 2020 This new house was designed for a growing family with a modern aesthetic looking for a secluded lot in the suburbs. The house was inspired by coastal and Scandinavian architecture, that use traditional forms but with modern details....

Scandinavian Modern

by dkantor | Nov 11, 2023

scandinavian modern Edina, MN | 2020 This new house was designed for a pair of empty nesters looking to downsize and simplify how they lived. The house’s style was inspired by Scandinavian architecture and ski lodges. The house was carefully sited on a semi-wooded...

Orchard Creek Overlook

by dkantor | Nov 11, 2023

Orchard Creek Overlook Orono, MN | 2023 This new house was designed for a young family of four in search of a large scenic lot in the suburbs. The house’s design was influenced by modern vacation homes that can be found in the western US, such as Jackson Hole. The...

Contemporary Shed Style

by dkantor | Nov 8, 2023

Contemporary Shed Style Edina, MN | 2022 This new house was designed for a pair of empty nesters looking to downsize and simplify how they lived. The house took its design cues from various styles, with the result being a contemporary take on Shed Style architecture....

Highlands Rambler Redux

by dkantor | Jun 21, 2023

Highlands Rambler Redux Edina, MN | Year This renovation and addition was designed for a young family of five in need of more space. The existing house was inefficiently laid out, and in need of a refresh. The addition bumped out the back of the house to make space...