--- title: "JAL Architects LLC — Architects & Building Designers | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/jal-architects-llc-pfvwus-pf~127245772 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~127245772.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "JAL Architects LLC" category: ["Architects"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/f91349cf0508912e_2079-w400-h400-b1-p10--.jpg address: "750 Mainstreet #414, Hopkins, Minnesota 55343, United States" latitude: 44.914 longitude: -93.4481 phone: "(952) 649-5502" website: https://jalarch.com rating: 4.8 review_count: 9 years_in_business: 22 license_verified: true best_of_houzz_awards: 1 followers: 46 last_updated: 2026-08-28 --- # JAL Architects LLC > Southwest Suburb Premier Architect & Designer Original Houzz profile: [JAL Architects LLC](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/jal-architects-llc-pfvwus-pf~127245772) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Architects - **Location:** Hopkins, MN - **Serves:** Minneapolis, Bloomington, Plymouth, Eden Prairie, Minnetonka, Edina, Minnetonka Mills, Saint Louis Park, Shakopee, Richfield, Savage, Chaska, Chanhassen, Crystal, Golden Valley, New Hope, Hopkins, Robbinsdale, Saint Paul, Victoria, Mound, Orono, Shorewood, Medina, Wayzata, Deephaven, Osseo, Excelsior, Spring Park, Howard Lake, Long Lake, Maple Plain, Tonka Bay, Greenwood, Loretto, Woodland, Minnetonka Beach, Medicine Lake, Crystal Bay, Minneapolis Lakes, Navarre, South Minneapolis, Young America - **Verified License:** Yes - **Houzz rating:** 4.8 out of 5 (9 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2016), for Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Houzz Pro Software User - Recommended on Houzz - 500 Ideabook Saves - Best of Houzz winner - Online consultation - 22 years in business - Verified Hires - Responds Quickly ### Business highlights - Online consultation - 22 years in business - Best of Houzz winner - Responds Quickly - 1 Verified Hire JAL is a full service Architectural firm serving the Twin Cities community, licensed in both Minnesota and Michigan. Established in 1998, the firm has majored in design of residential remodeling and new home projects serving private clients, home builders, and remodeling contractors. Architect Jean André LaTondresse has been serving the design needs of the Parks and Recreation departments of the cities of Eagan and Lakeville as well as Dakota County Parks over the past twenty five years. The firm also provides design services to commercial clients, churches and other architects and designers. ### Services Provided - Architectural Design - Building Design - Home Remodeling - Architectural Drawings - Custom Homes - House Plans - New Home Construction - Home Additions - Home Extensions - Kitchen Design - Kitchen Remodeling - Energy-Efficient Homes - Floor Plans - 3D Rendering - Bathroom Design - Space Planning - Universal Design - Drafting - Construction Drawings - New Home Design ### Areas Served - Minneapolis - Bloomington - Plymouth - Eden Prairie - Minnetonka - Edina - Minnetonka Mills - Saint Louis Park - Shakopee - Richfield - Savage - Chaska - Chanhassen - Crystal - Golden Valley - New Hope - Hopkins - Robbinsdale - Saint Paul - Victoria - Mound - Orono - Shorewood - Medina - Wayzata - Deephaven - Osseo - Excelsior - Spring Park - Howard Lake - Long Lake - Maple Plain - Tonka Bay - Greenwood - Loretto - Woodland - Minnetonka Beach - Medicine Lake - Crystal Bay - Minneapolis Lakes - Navarre - South Minneapolis - Young America ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | JAL Architects LLC | | Address | 750 Mainstreet \#414, Hopkins, Minnesota 55343, United States | | Phone | (952) 649-5502 | | Website | https://jalarch.com | | License Number | 14818-MN; 1301057849-MI | | Years in business | 22 | | Followers on Houzz | 46 | ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [JAL Architects LLC](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/jal-architects-llc-pfvwus-pf~127245772) - **Website:** https://jalarch.com - **Phone:** (952) 649-5502 ## Credentials **Verified License** - Number: 14818 - Type: Architect - Issued by: Minnesota Board of AELSLAGID **Certifications & Awards** - American Institute of Architects - **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2016), for Service. **Affiliations** - [The American Institute of Architects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/the-american-institute-of-architects-pfvwus-pf~1350720471) - [Association Of Licensed Architects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/association-of-licensed-architects-pfvwus-pf~1888392227) ## Reviews **Overall rating: 4.8 out of 5 — 9 reviews** ### Featured Review **★★★★★ — lnisi, Oct. 2015** > Andre has helped us with several remodeling projects and has been great to work. He is a creative problem solver with very good design sense and taste. ### All 9 reviews **★★★★★ — Struction Contracting LLC, April 2017** > I've have had a chance to work with many pros, Jal Architects makes the elite list. Jal Architects have the ability to meet any tough lot situations, skills and knowledge with dealing with variance, and also gives 3D virtual walk through a with many of the projects. If your needs are very specific or you have many idea books you want to become your reality in an remodel or new construction, Jal Architects will be ones to put it onto the paper for you. **★★★★★ — juliannq, Oct. 2015** > We hired JAL Architects to design an addition to our home (third stall garage with bedroom and bath above it and storage room below), to completely re-design our first floor and to design our lower level which was unfinished at the time. Andre was sensitive to existing architectural style. He has an exceptional eye for detail and how it relates to space and light. Andre listened to our wants and needs and incorporated suggestions thoughtfully. We are very pleased with his work. **★★★★ — nancyerickson, Oct. 2015** > Andre did a very nice job creating our dream home from start to finish. This was our first time building and he was experienced enough to walk us through the whole process along with our builder. **★★★★★ — Steve Miller, Sept. 2015** > Andre did a great job in designing a beautiful log home on some farm land I own. The end result is fantastic. The whole family loves it. It has become our "hunting shack". Andre is very creative and very easy to work with. He often went beyond the call of duty when we had contruction issues. He was also extremely fair price wise. **★★★★ — pbmiller430, Sept. 2015** > We have a home that JAL designed for us. We LOVE it. He was easy to work with and had great ideas when we were not sure of something. If we had questions, he answered them and if we needed a change, he made it. **★★★★★ — garyrtully, Sept. 2015** > JAL Architects provided architectural expertise for our home remodel. Andre created an addition to our home that provided much needed functional space while maintaining the original character of the home. He takes time to listen to a homeowners needs and ideas and transforms them in to a workable solution for the construction process. **★★★★★ — Weber Architects & Planners, Sept. 2015** > JAL Architects have provided quality high design services for many years. The attention to client needs is important to them! **★★★★★ — vande0323, Aug. 2015** > We hired Andre' to design and do all the architectural work for our new home in Excelsior, MN. After meeting with numerous architects and builders, we decided that Andre' and Kurt Schwartz (Builder) were the best fit for us. After several meetings to discuss our vision we filled out an in depth Master Vision questionnaire and provided Andre' and Kurt our login to houzz.com so they could see what we liked about certain houses, rooms, colors, textures and finishes. When you combine the Master Vision questionnaire along with our houzz.com pictures, you get a pretty good feel for what we wanted in our new home. We think Andre' did an exceptional job of listening to what we wanted and going through all of the information we provided to create a remarkable home that we love! Between Andre' and Kurt Schwartz Builders they really did a great job of taking our vision and making it a reality. We would strongly recommend both Andre' and Kurt to anyone looking to remodel or build their dream home! ## Selected projects - [Excelsior Lake Cottage Chic](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/excelsior-lake-cottage-chic-pj-vj~1766780) - Location: Excelsior, MN - Photos: 19 - Description: A collaboration of: JAL Architects LLC Mary Rossi Designs Schwarz Builders, Inc. - [Shorewood, MN Kitchen Expansion](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/shorewood-mn-kitchen-expansion-pj-vj~1230733) - Location: Shorewood, MN - Photos: 10 - Description: Rebuilding the garage one stall over provided the space needed to expand the kitchen and pantry, add a mudroom, and add a bathroom on the second floor. A bonus room was also created above the new garage. - [Kitchen-Family Room Addition and General Remodeling](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/kitchen-family-room-addition-and-general-remodeling-pj-vj~987133) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 18 - [Casco Point Remodeling on Lake Minnetonka](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/casco-point-remodeling-on-lake-minnetonka-pj-vj~986993) - Location: Wayzata, MN - Photos: 12 - [Master Bedroom Addition, Kitchen Reno & Third Level Crow's Nest](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/master-bedroom-addition-kitchen-reno-and-third-level-crow-s-nest-pj-vj~1230739) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 5 - [Main Floor Reconfiguration & Kitchen Addition](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/main-floor-reconfiguration-and-kitchen-addition-pj-vj~1230736) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 11 - [Gray's Bay Cottage on Lake Minnetonka](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/gray-s-bay-cottage-on-lake-minnetonka-pj-vj~986922) - Location: Minnetonka, MN - Photos: 10 - [Lake Minnetonka New Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lake-minnetonka-new-home-pj-vj~1224048) - Location: Wayzata, MN - Photos: 7 - [Wayzata, MN Portico Addition & Main Entrance Remodeling](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/wayzata-mn-portico-addition-and-main-entrance-remodeling-pj-vj~1230742) - Location: Wayzata, MN - Photos: 3 [See all 9 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/jal-architects-llc-pfvwus-pf~127245772) ## Video - [Company video](https://player.vimeo.com/external/840770660.m3u8?s=284334fa2e7511c32092c09f2d941b307b676f0e&oauth2_token_id=1384357804) ## Frequently Asked Questions **Do you handle permitting, zoning, and regulatory approvals?** As a full-service architectural firm, we absolutely assist our clients with navigating permitting, zoning, and other regulatory approvals. Our comprehensive construction drawings are prepared to meet all necessary requirements, helping to ensure a smooth approval process for your project in the Twin Cities and beyond. **What types of projects do you specialize in (custom homes, remodels, additions)?** We specialize in a wide range of residential projects, including custom homes, new home construction, and significant residential remodeling and additions. Our expertise also extends to home extensions, building design, and creating energy-efficient homes, serving private clients, home builders, and remodeling contractors throughout the Twin Cities. **Do you provide full-service architectural services through construction?** Yes, JAL Architects LLC is a full-service architectural firm. We are committed to guiding our clients through every phase of their project, from initial concept and architectural design to detailed construction drawings and beyond, ensuring a cohesive and well-executed build. **Do you design fully custom homes?** Absolutely, designing fully custom homes is one of our core specializations. We work closely with each client to create unique, personalized residences that perfectly reflect their lifestyle, needs, and aesthetic preferences, from initial concept to detailed plans for new home construction. **Can you work with the builder I select, or do you recommend specific builders?** We are happy to collaborate with the builder you select for your project. Our firm regularly works with home builders and remodeling contractors, ensuring a smooth and cooperative process to bring your architectural vision to life. We value strong working relationships with all project partners. *FAQ content may be generated based on the Pro's Houzz profile and website.* ## Ideabooks - [Bamboo cabinetry](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/44762841/list/bamboo-cabinetry) — 3 ideas - [Anigre](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/44758748/list/anigre) — 7 ideas - [limestone fireplace](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/44681502/list/limestone-fireplace) — 5 ideas - [JAL Paneling ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/44213465/list/jal-paneling-ideas) — 3 ideas [See all 4 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/jandrelat) --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-08-28.*