--- title: "Habitat Architecture — Architects & Building Designers | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/habitat-architecture-pfvwus-pf~1669353318 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~1669353318.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Habitat Architecture" category: ["Architects"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/6813880c0f55328d_1015-w400-h400-b1-p10--.jpg address: "4951 W 77th St, Suite #17, Edina, Minnesota 55435, United States" latitude: 44.8735 longitude: -93.3346 phone: "(952) 946-9700" website: http://habitatarchitecture.com rating: 5 review_count: 12 best_of_houzz_awards: 4 followers: 314 last_updated: 2026-09-04 --- # Habitat Architecture Original Houzz profile: [Habitat Architecture](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/habitat-architecture-pfvwus-pf~1669353318) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Architects - **Location:** Edina, MN - **Serves:** Minneapolis, Bloomington, Plymouth, Maple Grove, Eagan, Eden Prairie, Burnsville, Apple Valley, Minnetonka, Edina, Minnetonka Mills, Saint Louis Park, Shakopee, Richfield, Roseville, Savage, Prior Lake, Chanhassen, Golden Valley, Hopkins, Saint Paul, Mendota Heights, Victoria, Orono, Minnetrista, Shorewood, Spring Lake Park, North Oaks, Wayzata, Deephaven, Greenfield, Excelsior, Maple Plain, Greenwood, Loretto, Woodland, Minnetonka Beach, Medicine Lake, Mendota, Navarre - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (12 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 4 awards (2013–2020), for Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - Houzz Industry Research - Barometer - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 25,000 Ideabook Saves - Best of Houzz winner - High-end - Offers Custom Work Habitat Architecture is a boutique design firm, focused primarily on designing high end, environmentally responsive, residential projects of distinctive character, practical function and architectural integrity. As your architect and primary advocate during the entire process of design and construction, we are committed to your ultimate success and a rewarding experience. For more than twenty years, we have been serving the community, working with homeowners and collaborating with homebuilders, designing and remodeling hundreds of homes of various styles and scales, providing uniquely distinctive, thoughtfully creative and sustainable designs, sensitive to your lifestyle and budget that responds to today’s living and marketplace, as well as the environment. Our mission is to make good design a necessity by creating the highest outcome through thoughtful and strategic approach. It is therefore imperative to understand our role in your project as a critical component for success, rather than a luxury you may think you can’t afford. ### Services Provided - Architectural Design - Building Design - Home Remodeling - Architectural Drawings - Custom Homes - House Plans - New Home Construction - Home Additions - Home Extensions - Kitchen Design - Sustainable Design - Kitchen Remodeling - Energy-Efficient Homes - Floor Plans - 3D Rendering - Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) - Bathroom Design - Green Building - Space Planning - Guesthouse Design & Construction - Universal Design - Multigenerational Homes - Pool House Design & Construction - Home Restoration - Drafting - Historic Building Conservation - Project Management - Handicap-Accessible Design - Basement Remodeling - Mudroom Design - Basement Design - Attic Conversion - Tiny House Construction - Staircase Design - Deck Design - Garage Design - Site Preparation - Passive Solar Heating & Cooling - Home Gym Design & Construction - Dock Design & Construction - Construction Drawings - Custom Home - Design consultation - Feasibility study - Needs & Options Review ### Areas Served - Minneapolis - Bloomington - Plymouth - Maple Grove - Eagan - Eden Prairie - Burnsville - Apple Valley - Minnetonka - Edina - Minnetonka Mills - Saint Louis Park - Shakopee - Richfield - Roseville - Savage - Prior Lake - Chanhassen - Golden Valley - Hopkins - Saint Paul - Mendota Heights - Victoria - Orono - Minnetrista - Shorewood - Spring Lake Park - North Oaks - Wayzata - Deephaven - Greenfield - Excelsior - Maple Plain - Greenwood - Loretto - Woodland - Minnetonka Beach - Medicine Lake - Mendota - Navarre ### Typical Job Cost $5000 - $35,000 Lump Sum Fee, Hourly or Per Square foot, it's your investment in one of the most important aspects of building and remodeling. ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Habitat Architecture | | Address | 4951 W 77th St, Suite \#17, Edina, Minnesota 55435, United States | | Phone | (952) 946-9700 | | Website | http://habitatarchitecture.com | | License Number | 20103 | | Followers on Houzz | 314 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/pages/habitat-architecture/126588000719080 - X (Twitter) — http://twitter.com/\#!/habitatarch - LinkedIn — http://www.linkedin.com/profile/view?id=31721634&trk=tab\_pro - Blog — http:/www.habitatarchitecture.com ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Habitat Architecture](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/habitat-architecture-pfvwus-pf~1669353318) - **Website:** http://habitatarchitecture.com - **Phone:** (952) 946-9700 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - NCARB, Licensed Architect; Licensed Architect in Minnesota & Wisconsin, LEED Green Associate - **Best of Houzz:** 4 awards (2013–2020), for Service. **Affiliations** - [The American Institute of Architects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/the-american-institute-of-architects-pfvwus-pf~1350720471) - [NCARB](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/ncarb-pfvwus-pf~1477640315) - [U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC)](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/u-s-green-building-council-usgbc-pfvwus-pf~1797160658) ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 12 reviews** ### All 12 reviews **★★★★★ — Alec Davis, Nov. 2019** > Having never built a house before, my wife and I were a bit intimidated by the task of designing our home from scratch. Hamid's personality immediately set us at ease, and his process focused on how we lived our lives and what was important to us. When he presented the first drawings, we were amazed by how well his design matched our needs, even though we hadn't expressed them. The work to nuance the project was pleasant, with Hamid's patience and expertise guiding the way. Whether it's your first project, or you know exactly what you want, I can't recommend Hamid highly enough! **Comment from Habitat Architecture:** > Thank you Alec. It was truly a pleasure working together. I enjoyed our collaboration and helping you with the design of your new home. Your satisfaction with the results of our efforts is the highest reward I can receive. > I am blessed to be of service to an amazing couple and wonderful clients and wish you and your family many years of happiness in you new habitat. Thank you. **★★★★★ — Karen Gusaas, Jan. 2019** > Respectful. Professional. Innovative. Problem solver. > Our lot had some challenges that others could not solve in a visually appealing design. Our new lake house exceeded our expectations because he could visualize what we could not. His experience paid off and we are grateful! > We came to Habitat on a referral from a friend at our Church. We have no restrictions on offering a referral endorsement to others. > Best wishes on your project! > RG and KG **★★★★★ — Kelly Bonner, Jan. 2019** > Our experience working with Hamid was beyond our expectations. He really took his time to understand our needs and wants when it came to designing our new, dream lake home. He met with us numerous times to really understand how we wanted to use our new home. He worked so smoothly with our builder as well, and had a good understanding of costs and structural limitations. We would recommend him to anyone. **Comment from Habitat Architecture:** > Thanks Kelly. It was a pleasure working with you guys. I thoroughly enjoyed our collaboration and the results. **★★★★★ — tamibrooks, Dec. 2015** > We hired Habitat Architecture to help us redsign a 4,000+ sq foot home that we had gutted due to water damage. During demo we discovered several structural issues and with Hamid's input we explored several design options. We ended up with a design that had us tearing off a good portion of the roof and adding a upper level of approximately 2,000 sq feet to the existing 4,000 sq feet. > > The home is stunning! The homeowner is just in the process of moving in and we will post pictures at a later date. > > Hamid was very professional. We really worked well together to come up with a stunning remodel! **★★★★★ — ninkovici, Dec. 2015** > Hamid tackled the challenge of designing our house as replacement of tear-down in high-density homes association in Woodland. The lot was unusually small and architect had to deal with many constraints typical for associations and for Lake Minnetonka, as well as to design a house to fit the needs and requirements of the homeowners. Hamid mastered this one not only by successful design and great fit in historical environment but by building great relationship with homeowners. Hamid earned our trust to degree unusual for business-only relationships ! **★★★★★ — mackmiller design+build, Dec. 2013** > Hamid is one of those rare individuals that is great in many styles of architecture. As a general contractor I appreciate his design sensibility and his ability to create a vision with his client not for his client. Now that the economy is rebounding and homebuilding is on the rise, I look forward to bring Hamid to my clients and build beautiful projects together. **Comment from Habitat Architecture:** > Wow!! Thanks Mark, I really appreciate that. It would be my pleasure to collaborate with you and Mary on a project soon. Happy New Year. **★★★★★ — chaddonnay, Oct. 2013** > I have worked with Hamid on several new home construction projects. He also has designed two of my personal homes! His attention to detail is second to none. He listens to what you want and brings your vision to life. I would highly recommend using Habitat Architecture! **★★★★★ — vailskibum, May 2013** > Hamid designed our house 20 years ago, and then designed a significant addition 12 years ago. On both projects, he showed an outstanding ability to listen and understand our needs, and then translate that into designs that have worked out just perfectly for us. > > He was very open to our ideas, often adjusting his approach based on our suggestions (we had some very specific ideas on how our kitchen should work, for example). > > We'd definitely go back to him for our next construction project. **★★★★★ — fay1357, May 2013** > I would like to start with how impressed we are with the plans that Hamid Kashani President of Habitat Architecture has created for us. This was a very difficult project with lots of limitations due to Beverly Hills strict city rules and regulations which had made us very frustrated over a long period of time. In other words, nobody wanted to touch this plan because they simply could not do it, but Hamid's vision, flexibility and superb talent, we were able to achieve our dream. We highly recommend this firm and are positive he can do any job that others are not capable of doing. Thank you Habitat Architecture. **★★★★★ — eklemz, Nov. 2012** > Hamid at Habitat Architecture designed our Mississippi River home by taking our extensive list of wishes, the incredible South facing river views, existing old growth trees and our budget into account - and created a Mediterranean masterpiece. > > His input on the design, layout and function of the home was invaluable, and without his involvement, I doubt the project would have been a success. > > Working as our advocate with the builder, he helped keep the technical details of the project on track, corrected foundation framing errors and added a critical 3rd view of the project throughout construction. > > We required a stucco exterior which presented a challenge to all parties, but by working with our builder and stucco contractor before construction even began, he ensured the methods and materials would give us the 100yr + structure we wanted to build. > > The flow, feel and relaxing tone of our home comes from staying true to a design ideal, and Habitat was there for us every step of the way. > > Our home was featured on the 2011 Homes by Architects Tour, and was highly praised. > > Every day we still say "wow" after 5 years. **★★★★★ — Katie Severt, Nov. 2012** > We recently completed a whole house remodel with Habitat Architecture. Attention to light and flow created spaces both beautiful and functional. Our kitchen is now a wonderful focal point of our home and it is a joy to gather in all of our new spaces. The new areas blend seamlessly with the old creating a historic home with all the perks of new home living (hello closets!) The expertise and experience of Hamid Kashani yielded results far beyond our expectations. **★★★★★ — laureljean37, Nov. 2012** > Wow, were we impressed! > > We hired Habitat Architecture to design our cabin. Hamid provided us prompt and professional service. He really listened to what we wanted, gave us excellent design advise, and kept the costs within our budget. > > We are very happy with the end project and will enjoy our cabin for many years to come! ## Selected projects - [Ranch Style Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/ranch-style-home-pj-vj~7739910) - Location: Eau Claire, WI - Photos: 19 - Description: This custom designed Ranch style home is a great example of single level living planned around casual lifestyle. The open floor plan, dramatic ceilings and high windows, create a warm, light filled and inviting spaces. As an empty nest haven this home was specifically designed for its suburban property and with only 1,900 square feet area on the main floor, this is a perfect example of how design efficiency in use of space, could make the home appear and feel more exiting and spacious. The soft… - [Design for Living in Minneapolis](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/design-for-living-in-minneapolis-pj-vj~6478683) - Location: Minneapolis, MN - Photos: 49 - Description: A new custom residence designed and constructed on one of the very few remaining infill lots in South Minneapolis Lynnhurst neighborhood, is a great example of open floor plan and today's casual living and entertaining lifestyle. The two story home has a strong sense of entry with an inviting front porch, greeting people to this warm and light filled home. Like most typical lots of South Minneapolis homes, this site was backed to an ally where most homes have a detached garage. One of the design… - [Modern Prairie](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/modern-prairie-pj-vj~5912383) - Location: Edina, MN - Photos: 68 - Description: Blend of Modern and Prairie Style, defines this new spec home, built in place of an existing home, utilizing its existing foundation, was designed to create a unique balance of casual lifestyle and functional spaces, filled with light and open floor plan. The main floor is ideal for entertaining, while the second floor creates the sense of peace and relaxations with an inviting master suite, with its own spa like master bath, and two extra spacious bedrooms and family den, along with the second… - [Shingle Style Craftsman](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/shingle-style-craftsman-pj-vj~1621931) - Location: Edina, MN - Photos: 55 - Description: Shingle style Craftsman two story is a new infill home in one of older parts of Edina with larger lots and mature trees. It was custom designed with many features, including a sports court, Bonus/ amusement room, exercise room, screen porch, a wine cellar and two story foyer. The open floor plan design concept and expanse of glass, makes the home feel open and bright, while the extensive detailing of columns, cased openings and ceilings, provided visual definition for individual spaces. The idea… - [Lake Cabin Retreat](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lake-cabin-retreat-pj-vj~7167677) - Location: Spring Lake, MN - Photos: 21 - Description: An old cabin was in a desperate need of major renovation and updating. Besides a few basic concerns like a roof, siding/paint, windows, etc. the house was poorly designed and functionally inefficient. The cabin originally built by a family member, represented much more than just brick and mortar. Besides the sentimental values, the house was grandfathered in to its location and its proximity to the lake with great views and access to the Lake. The cabin however was determined not to be a good ca… - [Modern Revival](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/modern-revival-pj-vj~119076) - Location: Golden Valley, MN - Photos: 9 - Description: Description: - 1959 flat roof “International style” home in Tyrol Hill area, originally designed by Kurt Green of Hammel – Green Architects - The tuck-under garage design with the main spaces of the home located above, lacked enough room for the growing need of the residing family. Challenges: - The hilly, narrow lot presented a challenge with regards to expansion at the main level. - The narrow full flight of stair to this space, long narrow entry foyer and dark brick veneered interior of this… - [Mediterranean on Mississippi](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mediterranean-on-mississippi-pj-vj~58124) - Location: Minneapolis, MN - Photos: 22 - Description: Mediterranean style home on the shores of Mississippi River carefully sited and designed to take advantage of the expansive views of the river, while keeping in mind the grove of pine trees along the southern part of the property. Preserving the trees also provided the home with the sense of privacy and wooded atmosphere. The clients initially were considering Rambler style home, with accessibility through the home as the main objective. However considering the budget constraints, the architect… - [Tuscany in Greenfield](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/tuscany-in-greenfield-pj-vj~234888) - Location: Greenfield, MN - Photos: 39 - Description: Two story home inspired by architecture of Tuscany, with main floor Master Suite is designed to blend the charm of Italian vernacular with the contemporary and open floor plan. The great room with barrel vault ceiling and custom designed windows takes its place as the center of the home. The space is open to the kitchen through a carefully designed wood arch. The main floor also includes the formal Dining room adjacent to the kitchen, a Music room near the Foyer and a Screen porch outside the Br… - [New Cabin, Up North](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/new-cabin-up-north-pj-vj~118351) - Location: Brainerd, MN - Photos: 18 - Description: The old cabin in this property overlooking Lower White Fish Lake near Brainerd Minnesota was in desperate need of some major maintenance and updating. Amongst a few were a new roof, siding/paint and new windows in addition to the need for a second bathroom and more sleeping space. For the past several decades the old cabin had been remodeled and added-on to a number of times and the end result was hardly a cohesive design statement or functionally efficient use of space. Considering all that and… - [1909 Revisited](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/1909-revisited-pj-vj~213229) - Location: Minneapolis, MN - Photos: 21 - Description: 1909 built two story Craftsman Style home in Minneapolis highly sought after Kenwood area with all the amenities one might expect, but with a very cramped and poorly functioning kitchen, is the home for a younger growing family. The owners loved the area and they also enjoy the appeal of the historic architecture and all the charms and character one would expect from many homes in the area, with brick and stucco exterior and ornate interior trim, woodwork built-ins and stained glass window detai… - [The Cottage](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/the-cottage-pj-vj~426434) - Location: Edina, MN - Photos: 28 - Description: A two story Cottage style home with side load garage to minimize the impact of the garage doors from the street. The balcony from the master suite overlooks the front yard. - [French Mediterranean Curves](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/french-mediterranean-curves-pj-vj~245469) - Location: Eden Prairie, MN - Photos: 33 - Description: French Mediterranean style home is located on a 2 acre site, overlooking the expansive views of the Minnesota River Valley to the south. Although the main access to the property was at the south western end of the site, from the main road located at the west side of the property, which dictated the orientation of the front entrance and its importance with regards to the sense of arrival. The other factors in sitting and planning the house, and just as importantly were the views and the solar ori… - [Minnesota Prairie](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/minnesota-prairie-pj-vj~425269) - Location: Rosemount, MN - Photos: 28 - Description: Prairie style two story suburban residence for a young family, with angular open floor plan and extensive Prairie style nterior detailing. - [Minnesota Prairie](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/minnesota-prairie-pj-vj~211919) - Location: Bloomington, MN - Photos: 7 - Description: Prairie style Rambler specifically designed for this hilly site overlooking Bush Lake in Bloomington, MN takes full advantage of the views while dealing with the challenging terrains and designing around a hundred year old Oak tree. - [House on the Hill](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/house-on-the-hill-pj-vj~369900) - Location: Edina, MN - Photos: 32 - Description: Craftsman style home, with open floor plan takes advantage of its setting on a hill with the views and southern exposure. Bright and flowing spaces are inviting and cozy, made for today's casual living. - [Rochester Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/rochester-residence-pj-vj~234885) - Location: Rochester, MN - Photos: 8 - Description: Prairie Style Rambler, inspired by the Prairie school design, this home was designed for a young family with many specific features, including an open floor plan and elegant interior architecture, with main floor bedrooms, and plenty of storage space in the lower level. - [Tired Transformed](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/tired-transformed-pj-vj~780904) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 25 - Description: Originally built in 1972, this Modified two story required a complete makeover and major remodeling. New front entry entry was relocated and designed to provide a grand sense of entry. Beside the front porch and bay french door access to the new front patio, the existing footprint was not altered. The new addition was constructed over the existing single story portion of the home and provided the space for a new Master bedroom suite and additional height for the Living room. The kitchen was comp… - [Hobby farm residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/hobby-farm-residence-pj-vj~595082) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 87 - [Mediterranean on Minnetonka](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mediterranean-on-minnetonka-pj-vj~473007) - Location: Orono, MN - Photos: 22 - Description: Euro-Mediterranean style home designed for a family on Casco Point Bay of Lake Minnetonka sets the stage with an inviting wrap around front porch entering a two-story foyer with curved stair. This home was designed for entertaining and full pleasure of lake home living in town. The stucco and stone exterior with delicate banding and cedar shake roof characterizes the exterior while brick paved circular driveway serving a four-car garage creates an Estate setting. The home was designed with plent… - [Empty Nest](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/empty-nest-pj-vj~481933) - Location: Shorewood, MN - Photos: 57 - Description: Craftsman style Rambler, was designed for a retired client with full Age In Place considerations in mind with an array of accessibility options. The house was carefully sited in a wooded lot to take advantage of the trees and the quiet seclusion of a lake frontage, encompasses all the amenities of the modern, Efficient living. The open floor plan creates a sense of connection, between all the daily spaces of the home, through the use of arches while various ceiling configurations, articulate eac… [See all 22 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/habitat-architecture-pfvwus-pf~1669353318) ## Ideabooks - [front porch ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/122904156/list/front-porch-ideas) — 1 idea - [Kitchens](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/1688072/list/kitchens) — 15 ideas - [Sugar Lake Cabin](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/82193837/list/sugar-lake-cabin) — 14 ideas - [Prairie Style Design](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/2054372/list/prairie-style-design) — 12 ideas - [Porch](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/22939701/list/porch) — 23 ideas - [New windows, New looks!](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/1686247/list/new-windows-new-looks) — 2 ideas [See all 6 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/hamid-kashani) ## Community Q&A **Q: What material is used on the porch floor?** *(in Photo Questions)* I’m looking for traditional looking porch flooring that will stand up in Wisconsin humidity as well as sub zero winters A: Hi Camren. I completely understand your concerns when it comes to porch and deck flooring. We always recommend composite decking. There are a number of great brands out there. On this project we used Trex. I left a link here for you, if you like more info: The Best Composite Decking Brands All Homeowners Should Know About **Q: What is the gray wall color here?** *(in Photo Questions)* Nice contrast. What is the paint color? A: Thanks you. I am not sure. The paint colors where selected by the homeowner. **Q: Love the tub - what is the brand. Thank you.** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Thank you. It was selected by the homeowner, so I am not sure of the brand. Sorry. **Q: What is that paint color on the walls?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Not sure. It was selected by the owner. **Q: What brand is the bed frame?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Thanks for your inquiry. The furniture was selected by the owner, so unfortunately I am unaware of the source brand. **Q: Who is the manufacturer of the direct vent fireplace?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Thanks for your question. The fireplace was specified by the builder. --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-04.*