--- title: "TIMOTHY FULLER architects — Architects & Building Designers | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/timothy-fuller-architects-pfvwus-pf~1417859685 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~1417859685.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "TIMOTHY FULLER architects" category: ["Architects"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/5b130c0e009bae03_9855-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "1305 Cleveland Ave N, Saint Paul, Minnesota 55108, United States" latitude: 44.9806 longitude: -93.1771 phone: "(651) 485-9277" website: http://timothyfullerarchitects.com rating: 4.7 review_count: 12 best_of_houzz_awards: 1 followers: 85 last_updated: 2026-08-13 --- # TIMOTHY FULLER architects Original Houzz profile: [TIMOTHY FULLER architects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/timothy-fuller-architects-pfvwus-pf~1417859685) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Architects - **Location:** Saint Paul, MN - **Serves:** Saint Paul - **Houzz rating:** 4.7 out of 5 (12 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2016), for Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - Recommended on Houzz - 1,000 Ideabook Saves Timothy Fuller Architects is a full service architectural firm specializing in new homes, cabins, retreats, additions and alterations. We believe every project is unique and we make it our mission to engage clients in a fun and collaborative process resulting in dwellings that function with intuitive ease and possess an intelligent, simple beauty. ### Services Provided - Architectural Design - Home Remodeling - Home Additions - Kitchen Design - Sustainable Design - Energy-Efficient Homes - Space Planning - Attic Conversion ### Areas Served - Saint Paul ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | TIMOTHY FULLER architects | | Address | 1305 Cleveland Ave N, Saint Paul, Minnesota 55108, United States | | Phone | (651) 485-9277 | | Website | http://timothyfullerarchitects.com | | Followers on Houzz | 85 | ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [TIMOTHY FULLER architects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/timothy-fuller-architects-pfvwus-pf~1417859685) - **Website:** http://timothyfullerarchitects.com - **Phone:** (651) 485-9277 ## Credentials - **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) ## Reviews **Overall rating: 4.7 out of 5 — 12 reviews** *Aspect averages:* - Work Quality: 10.0 - Communication: 10.0 - Value: 10.0 ### All 12 reviews **★ — Jared Matzke, May 2023** > t’s a sad exercise to look through the notes and images we carefully compiled for our first meetings with Tim. I keep searching our home for the details and style unique to us but never find them. Tim was fixated on his own tastes and architectural fads, and would not engage enough to generate ideas in line with what we actually wanted. In the end he essentially refused to implement our style because it didn’t match his own taste, at times even insulting our choices. When we called attention to things we weren’t happy with, he would generally throw up his hands and leave it to us to find solutions. We did not get suggestions on many significant aspects of the design and ended up having to cobble something together with the builder. As a result our home lacks any coherent style and has almost no relation to what we envisioned at the outset. > > Attention to detail was poor and Tim exhibited a range of unprofessional behaviors like ignoring emails, forgetting to do promised work, making rude and condescending comments, and cutting off scheduled meetings early to head up north. He seemed to loose interest and essentially checked out of the project long before the build even started. The rare site visit was primarily devoted to addressing his oversights. > > A representative episode: a wood fireplace with hearth was one of the most important features of our house and was in the programming notes from our very first meeting. Whenever we tried to bring it up throughout the design process though, it was always something he’d “circle back” to. He never did, and when we got to the build phase he seemed surprised to learn that we had a wood fireplace at all, apparently excusing the fact that he’d forgotten a chimney. When this became clear I asked him to visualize some options, which he said he would do. He then forgot to do this, went on vacation, and left us with no chimney (there’s now a section of aluminum pipe). Multiply this experience by virtually every aspect of a house and the result is incredibly disheartening. **Comment from TIMOTHY FULLER architects:** > Jared, I am truly sorry that you are unhappy with the work that I did for you and Anna. I encourage you to contact me directly. **★★★★★ — Leigh Currie, Sept. 2015** > It was a pleasure to work with Tim. He brings a breadth of experience to the table. He excelled at organizing the project and interfacing with our builder/contractor and was appropriately mindful of our budget. Tim met any deadlines and was very responsive. We have received many compliments about the design of our project particularly as it relates to complementing and fitting with the original style of our home. **★★★★★ — nelson\_kathleen\_j, Aug. 2015** > Tim designed my dream lake “cottage” and it is still getting adoring reviews from family and friends. > > When Tim and I began the design process, little did we know the challenges we would encounter with my quaint (i.e., very small) lot on Lake Minnetonka. Together we persevered several challenges and changing rules with the City, but through each step of the changes required Tim was patient, responsive and creative. The end result is my dream lakeside cottage; a home even better than I imagined. > > Tim maximized the lake view and the sunlight in every room while adding the architectural detail that makes this a home that my friends and family enjoy to share. It is a charming, efficient use of space and detail. > > The summer of 2014 was an especially challenging year for homes in my neighborhood due to historic high lake levels and flooding; our streets and yards were under water and most homes were sandbagging and pumping. But, through it all the house that Tim designed stayed dry. This was the ultimate test and the home performed and exceeded expectations. > > I hope that you consider Tim for your home project and that you will love the home that Tim designs as much as I do. **★★★★★ — mkmiller2106, July 2015** > We hired Tim Fuller to design a major renovation and expansion to our 1908 four-square in the historic Saint Anthony Park neighborhood in Saint Paul, MN in 2007-2008. The scope of the project involved increasing the square footage from approx 1400 to 2500 and, in the process, creating a master suite and renovated bath on the second floor, a family room/expanded kitchen/mudroom and powder room on the first floor, finished space in the basement, a new two-car garage, and re-siding/re-roofing the entire home. We trusted that he would honor the style of the home while creating spaces that a modern family of five would use and enjoy. Throughout the process, Tim listened carefully to our ideas and proposed a variety of solutions to meet them. We are delighted with the results and recommend him with complete confidence. **★★★★★ — l\_reichl, July 2015** > Tim helped us evaluate potential houses prior to putting in bids--general structural quality, remodel ideas and feasibility. It turned out to be virtually a whole house remodel. We really feel fortunate to have had the opportunity to work with Tim. He completely understood what we were trying to accomplish, and came up with a number of creative ideas that were far ahead of what we were thinking. His ideas for ways to make the house work for us have all been right on the mark (even the ones of which we were initially skeptical). Three years later, we love our house! **★★★★★ — kirch007, July 2015** > Tim listens. It's an important skill when imagining a customer's dream project. Tim has worked on three projects for us, the first being a small office addition in the late 1990's and the latest a simple garage. In between those two, he handled the design and planning of a major two-story addition which included a new kitchen and master suite. His professionalism, design skill and ability to interpret our vision, resulted in an renovation that landed us on the Minneapolis/St. Paul Home Tour. While being on the tour was rewarding, the best thing about our renovation is that we thoroughly enjoy being in our space every single day. Tim's sensitivity to our needs, our vision and our budget, added to our home's efficiency and warmth. We love being here. **★★★★★ — Showcase Renovations, Inc., July 2015** > It's always a pleasure to work with Timothy. He has a wealth of knowledge in the architectural world and is exceptional with people. You can tell he loves what he does. > Stephen Roche > Showcase Renovation, Inc. **★★★★★ — mbaker63, July 2015** > We engaged Tim Fuller to design the re-model and updated floor plan for our 1915 era home. The design included a first floor mudroom and laundry area combined with a second story mater bath. Tim included our desires and vision into the re-model plans and we could not have been more pleased. Our home now has all the 'modern' amenities but has lost nothing of the style and charm of the era when the house was built. Even after three and half years since the project was completed, my wife and I can find nothing that we would have done differently. **★★★★★ — Ben Quie & Sons, July 2015** > Tim designed several of the additions we have built. I really appreciate his design sensibilities, sense of space. and easy way of working with the clients. As a contractor it's always a pleasure collaborating with Tim during the design and construction phases of the project. **★★★★★ — User, July 2015** > Tim and his associate, Sara Whicher, provided excellent architectural services to us as we did a major renovation of our 1964 mid-century home before move-in. He provided complete project management, from conceptual work at the start of the project to assistance every step of the way, including close coordination with our contractor and interior designer. The end result was a fantastic home that stays true to its mid-century origins while being completely updated and functional. Our home was featured in Minnesota Homes in May of 2005 and has been a place of warmth and welcome to many guests since then. i would work with Tim again and recommend him without hesitation. **★★★★★ — mestassen, July 2015** > We liked the “Not So Big House” concept when we built our home in 1977 even though we were not aware of it as a concept at that time. We just thought it made good sense. Over the years since then, we have made phased improvements in function and quality (without adding square footage) as our finances allowed. When it came time for what became our biggest renovation project, we called upon Tim Fuller to guide us through the process because we could count on Tim to recognize our preferred style in his design elements, help us focus our efforts on the best improvements, honestly tell us when our ideas were not on target, and provide us with great alternatives to improve upon the way we live in and enjoy our home. **★★★★★ — laurajgoodrich, July 2015** > My husband and I had lots of ideas about our home but they were not well formed. Tim listened carefully, helped us clarify our thoughts and translated them into a home that has brought us immeasurable joy. Truthfully, there is nothing that we would change. Tim was a delight to work with on what I would consider the most important project of our lives. > > Laura Goodrich > Author/Innovator ## Selected projects - [Mid-Century Remix](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mid-century-remix-pj-vj~398132) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 6 - Description: This Midcentury house was completely transformed in this whole house remodeling. The interior space was reconfigured to be more open and inviting, by removing walls, combining rooms and punching in larger and more unique window openings. The Locations of the entry was changed, as well as the stairway. - [Bungalow Addition and Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/bungalow-addition-and-remodel-pj-vj~354886) - Location: St. Paul, MN - Photos: 5 - Description: The house you see is the result of an extensive remodeling/renovation. It was originally built in the early 1900’s our client grew up in this house and was returning to it as his father was moving on to an assisted living facility. Ben Quie, of Ben Quie and Sons, asked me to help these clients: revive and re-invision this house for their own particular needs and lifestyle. It turned out to be a fairly whole-scale transformation on the main level, moving a stairway that was inconveniently located… - [Ski Shack](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/ski-shack-pj-vj~354870) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 7 - Description: Our clients have a passion for cross-country skiing and the American Birkebeiner in particular. This Ski Shack is close to the ski trails, embedded in the North Woods, but kept light, simple and open to reflect the nature and temperament of the homeowner. Design by Tim Fuller with Sara Whicher Constructed by the Home Owners (with help) Photography by Troy Theis This project was designed while Tim was at SALA Architects - [McBoal Street Apartments](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mcboal-street-apartments-pj-vj~350902) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 7 - Description: Our clients purchased this foreclosed property and asked us to help them reconfigure the interior spaces and transform the exterior appearance. The properties three rental units were maintained as such with only additional space being a small studio off of the upper unit (which their son is now living in) as well as a series of connected decks and porches. This project was not intended to be a “Historic Restoration” but rather a creative and hopefully energetic re-imagining of the house; it’s fo… - [Country Modern](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/country-modern-pj-vj~109024) - Location: Northfield, MN - Photos: 4 - Description: Our client purchased a piece of property adjacent to an older farmstead and asked us to design a home keeping in mind a small barn that they would be moving to the property during construction. The form of the house and garage became two sides of a small courtyard with the barn marking the western boundary of the court. The house itself is a simple joining of two wings, one with the living and cooking areas and the other with sleeping areas. Design by Tim Fuller and Sarah Whicher Built by Nordas… - [Studio and Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/studio-and-residence-pj-vj~351705) - Location: St. Paul, MN - Photos: 6 - Description: These clients are artists who were drawn to the idea of combining their studios with their home. With the purchase of a 5,000-square-foot brick building, we were able to help them do just that. The design divides the building into roughly one-third living space and two-thirds studio space. The owners are delighted with the end result, and they find equally rewarding the contribution they have made to the preservation and revitalization of their neighborhood. Design by Tim Fuller with Bryan Ander… - [Midwest Shingle Style](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/midwest-shingle-style-pj-vj~348827) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 6 - Description: A new home on a wooded lot for a young couple and their two small children. While the exterior is reminiscent of Eastern Seaboard Shingle Style, the plan and the interior organization are highly contemporary, modern and Midwestern at the same time. Design by Timothy Fuller with David O’Brien Wagner and Marc Sloot Construction by Johnson Smaby Construction Photography by John Abernathy This project was designed while Tim was at SALA Architects - [Midwest Modern Revival](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/midwest-modern-revival-pj-vj~350870) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 5 - Description: The owners of this mid-century modern home, designed originally by local architect James Stageberg, wanted their home to better fit their functional needs and lifestyle. The principal changes were to the public and private areas of the main level. What had been two bedrooms and a small, shared bath were redesigned to create a couple’s suite with a larger bath and walk-in closet. The existing kitchen and dining areas were opened up to one another and the adjacent living area. Secondary changes oc… [See all 8 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/timothy-fuller-architects-pfvwus-pf~1417859685) ## Community Q&A **Q: How wide is this room** *(in Photo Questions)* have a similar room A: Jason, This room is approximately 13' wide. **Q: What a restrained, well-handled elevation, Tim!** *(in Photo Questions)* Is the door to the right, the main home entrance? Does it serve as a kitchen door too - to access the side yard patio? Or is there a separate back door/kitchen door, exiting to a different part of the yard? A: Thanks for the question and comment. Yes, the main entrance is what you see under the recessed porch to the right on the main building face. It enters into a hall that leads toward the rear of the house. There is both a rear and side entrance not seen in this photo. --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-08-13.*