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address: "1238 12th Avenue, Grafton, Wisconsin 53024, United States"
latitude: 43.3231
longitude: -87.9521
phone: "(414) 999-3345"
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# Think Design

Original Houzz profile: [Think Design](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/think-design-pfvwus-pf~1863106016)

## Professional summary

- **Primary category:** Architects
- **Location:** Grafton, WI
- **Serves:** Milwaukee, West Allis, Wauwatosa, Brookfield, New Berlin, Menomonee Falls, Greenfield, Mequon, Germantown, Whitefish Bay, Shorewood, Glendale, Brown Deer, Saint Francis, Fox Point, Elm Grove, Bayside, West Milwaukee, Thiensville, Butler, River Hills, Chenequa
- **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (4 reviews)
- **Best of Houzz:** 4 awards (2018–2023), for Service, Design.

## About

### Houzz Badges

- 1,000 Ideabook Saves

Our specialty is creating spaces for inspired living, believing that design has the power to enrich life.  What does that mean for our clients specifically?  We work with an owner to completely transform physical environments to not only meet their functional needs but to connect them to the surrounding world, foster creativity, boost productivity, maximize efficiencies and be responsible environmental stewards.

### Services Provided

- Architectural Design
- Building Design
- Home Remodeling
- Architectural Drawings
- Custom Homes
- House Plans
- New Home Construction
- Home Additions
- Kitchen Design
- Sustainable Design
- Kitchen Remodeling
- Floor Plans
- Energy-Efficient Homes
- 3D Rendering
- Bathroom Design
- Green Building
- Space Planning
- Universal Design
- Drafting
- Historic Building Conservation
- Handicap-Accessible Design
- Outdoor Kitchen Design
- Staircase Design
- Passive Solar Heating & Cooling
- Log Home Construction
- Construction Drawings

### Areas Served

- Milwaukee
- West Allis
- Wauwatosa
- Brookfield
- New Berlin
- Menomonee Falls
- Greenfield
- Mequon
- Germantown
- Whitefish Bay
- Shorewood
- Glendale
- Brown Deer
- Saint Francis
- Fox Point
- Elm Grove
- Bayside
- West Milwaukee
- Thiensville
- Butler
- River Hills
- Chenequa

## Business Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Business Name | Think Design |
| Address | 1238 12th Avenue, Grafton, Wisconsin 53024, United States |
| Phone | (414) 999-3345 |
| Website | http://www.thinkdesign-studio.com |
| License Number | 10237-005 |
| Followers on Houzz | 17 |

**Social profiles:**
- Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/thinkdesignmilwaukee/
- LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/company/thiink-design
- Blog — www.thinkdesign-studio.com

## Contact

- **Houzz profile:** [Think Design](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/think-design-pfvwus-pf~1863106016)
- **Website:** http://www.thinkdesign-studio.com
- **Phone:** (414) 999-3345

## Credentials

**Certifications & Awards**
- \*License Registration in the State of Wisconsin, Illinois & Colorado \*American Institute of Architects (AIA)\*National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB)\*LEED® Green Associate\*2015 Distinguished Commitment to Sustainable Building: WasteCap & USGBC

- **Best of Houzz:** 4 awards (2018–2023), for Service, Design.

**Affiliations**
- [The American Institute of Architects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/the-american-institute-of-architects-pfvwus-pf~1350720471)
- [AIA Wisconsin](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/aia-wisconsin-pfvwus-pf~2013700903)
- [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 — 4 reviews**

*Aspect averages:*
- Work Quality: 50.0
- Communication: 50.0
- Value: 50.0

### All 4 reviews

**★★★★★ — Joe, Aug. 2022**

> My wife and I worked with Josh on the construction of our lake house.  We engaged Josh at Think Design prior to closing on the property as we had a long list of desires for the home and a very challenging site to build on.  We selected Josh because we believed he had a strong combination of technical expertise coupled with creativity and a vision for our concept.  Our faith was rewarded – the home that Josh designed exceeded our wildest expectations.  Josh’s creativity and technical expertise allowed us to achieve our objectives even with the size, height and other restrictions that come with buying property on a lake.  But the design details, craftsmanship, ability to bring light in every room and maximize scenic views are areas where we are grateful to have had Josh and Think Design.  The clear communication and ability to translate drawings into 3D renderings were critical to my wife and I as we proceeded through the process.  We strongly recommend Think Design!

**★★★★★ — Greg, June 2022**

> I have had the pleasure of working with Think Design for 10 years.  Whether the project is an expansive luxury lake home or the reimagining of an existing residence, their skill at bringing a client’s dream to life is unsurpassed.
> Think Design offers an accessibility and approachability that cannot be matched by larger, corporate architectural firms.  They utilize their staff in such a way to provide a personal touch while having the know-how to tackle large, complex projects.  Josh Wadzinski, Think Design’s leader, has extensive industry experience in virtually all building types and sizes for both residential and commercial use.  This diverse portfolio of past projects coupled with a real understanding of how to construct optimal buildings becomes an invaluable asset to his clientele.
> Many architectural firms do not have the design proficiency to fully service their customer’s needs. Too many firms are happy to push out plans without regard to how the design benefits the functionality of their client’s lives. Think Design is different. When inviting them to create a vision for your project, you can count on them for not only meeting your functional needs but you may rely on their precise attention to detail while holding themselves to the highest standards of design.
> I give Think Design my personal recommendation and highly endorse them for any architectural project.

**★★★★★ — HU-715044076, June 2022**

> Josh was a great partner to work with; great execution of capturing the customer's vision and translating this into drawings for the GC to deliver an amazing home!  Would welcome the opportunity to partner with Josh & Think Design again.

**★★★★★ — Steph Benz, May 2022**

> "When selecting an architect for our lake home, it was crucial to find a visionary who could create a unique design to fit our family’s needs. Think Design was the right choice! The architects provided us with ideas that exceeded our expectations. Their 3D modeling and rendering process made it easy for us to see what the finished project would look like, down to minute details.  They created a beautiful, unique and functional addition, and updated other areas of our house as well.  They fully included us in the process and were considerate every step of the way.  Think Design was an excellent advocate from start to finish, making sure quality work was done and helped keep our project on track.  They were quick to respond to calls and emails and eager to help provide their expert opinion."

## Selected projects

- [Crystal Lake Craftsman](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/crystal-lake-craftsman-pj-vj~6980320)
  - Location: Plymouth, WI
  - Photos: 56
  - Description: Rolling hills of the Kettle Moraine Forest and the emerald waters of Crystal Lake make for a dramatic landscape for this new craftsman-style residence. Timber frames, traditional wood joinery, stone masonry and a complex color pallet of natural tones are design features of this residence, blending it into the picturesque landscape. Designed as a family vacation getaway, the home features attractive gathering spaces such as a large great room with clerestory windows, interior grill room, timber-f…
- [Chenequa Lake Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/chenequa-lake-home-pj-vj~6841160)
  - Location: Hartland, WI
  - Photos: 16
  - Description: Located on Chenequa’s exclusive Pine Lake, this residence is situated high on the bluff with prime views of the crystal clear waters below. The home design is composed of a Wisconsin fieldstone base and cedar shingle siding. The addition consists of a new great room gathering space, lower level game room, bedroom, breezeway & garage. Remodeled spaces include parlor room, living room and entire exterior of the home.
- [Lake Home Remodeling](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lake-home-remodeling-pj-vj~1827720)
  - Location: Milwaukee, WI
  - Photos: 12
  - Description: Built in the mid-1980’s, the original home was of average quality with interior finishes looking rather dated and exterior materials rapidly deteriorating. The home was divided into a cellular arrangement of rooms with varying spatial volumes, arbitrary angular wall arrangements and unnecessary floor level changes. The style of the home had no major overriding influence and was rather unremarkable from a design point of view. Three, segmented rooms occupied the main level lakeside of the home: a…
- [Pine Lake Addition & Remodeling](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/pine-lake-addition-and-remodeling-pj-vj~6320745)
  - Location: Chenequa, WI
  - Photos: 11
  - Description: Recently Completed addition and remodeling to an English Countryside Estate on Wisconsin's prestigious Pine Lake. Home includes arts & crafts detailing with diverse material palette: cut limestone, split fieldstone granite, cedar, stucco & brick. This stunning historic home features gargoyle copper downspouts, herringbone brickwork, timber frames and complex mortar worm-joints between granite fieldstone.
- [Slinger Cottage](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/slinger-cottage-pj-vj~5959009)
  - Location: Juneau, WI
  - Photos: 2
  - Description: East Coast Cottage Style remodel & addition to a traditional WI farmhouse
- [Arts & Crafts Kitchen on the Bay](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/arts-and-crafts-kitchen-on-the-bay-pj-vj~1827675)
  - Location: Milwaukee, WI
  - Photos: 17
  - Description: A substantial remodeling was required for this Arts & Crafts style kitchen. The original house design included a cellular arrangement of three rooms (kitchen, dining and living room). The new design incorporated all three rooms into one open concept serving as a large kitchen, bar and wine lounge. The kitchen design includes a high level of Arts & Crafts detailing: panel style, bracket details, horizontal banding, cabinet feet, island design, glass treatments and hardware selection. Features inc…
- [Wales Craftsman](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/wales-craftsman-pj-vj~5629915)
  - Location: Wales, WI
  - Photos: 5
  - Description: This fully remodeled home is located on the hilltop within the exclusive Legends at Brandybrook subdivision in the Town of Wales. The project involved the design and construction administration of a whole home exterior renovation due to original construction defects that allowed water infiltration - causing severe black mold within the construction. The necessary remediation became a design opportunity to blend transitional styles of shingle and craftsman, a dramatic transformation to the origin…
- [Historic Farmhouse](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/historic-farmhouse-pj-vj~2893716)
  - Location: Cedarburg, WI
  - Photos: 4
  - Description: Nestled into the landscape of a winding creek and farm fields surrounded by treelines, a beautiful farmhouse (once owned for generations) will undergo a major transformation. Meeting the needs of a modern family, the design will include a children's wing (the original remodeled fieldstone farmhouse), new greatroom/kitchen/dining, a full master suite and 3-car garage. Organizationally, the program of spaces are arranged in a linear courtyard scheme, carefully focusing views and allowing in maximu…
- [English Countryside Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/english-countryside-residence-pj-vj~1830477)
  - Location: Milwaukee, WI
  - Photos: 9
- [Country Living](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/country-living-pj-vj~1830484)
  - Location: Milwaukee, WI
  - Photos: 5
- [Craftsman Farmhouse](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/craftsman-farmhouse-pj-vj~1832812)
  - Location: Kronenwetter, WI
  - Photos: 8
- [Terrace Lake Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/terrace-lake-residence-pj-vj~1830412)
  - Location: Hartland, WI
  - Photos: 5
- [Outdoor Modern Living](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/outdoor-modern-living-pj-vj~1830425)
  - Location: Milwaukee, WI
  - Photos: 2
- [Arts & Crafts Kitchen Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/arts-and-crafts-kitchen-remodel-pj-vj~1830461)
  - Location: Milwaukee, WI
  - Photos: 6
- [Contemporary Farmhouse](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/contemporary-farmhouse-pj-vj~1830492)
  - Location: Milwaukee, WI
  - Photos: 6
- [Log Home on the Ridge](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/log-home-on-the-ridge-pj-vj~1830451)
  - Location: Burlington, WI
  - Photos: 13

[See all 16 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/think-design-pfvwus-pf~1863106016)

## Ideabooks

- [JBE](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/182337402/list/jbe) — 89 ideas
- [MODERN HOMES](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/80721525/list/modern-homes) — 54 ideas
- [White Bathroom](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/164939259/list/white-bathroom) — 6 ideas
- [Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/117457011/list/kitchen) — 2 ideas
- [Settle Bench](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/131357577/list/settle-bench) — 1 idea
- [Bedrooms](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/131357517/list/bedrooms) — 1 idea
- [Stair](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/117456943/list/stair) — 3 ideas
- [Living Room](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/117456974/list/living-room) — 2 ideas
- [Bathroom](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/117456920/list/bathroom) — 3 ideas
- [Wardrobe](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/117456868/list/wardrobe) — 1 idea
- [Laundry](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/117456829/list/laundry) — 4 ideas
- [JT basement](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/115159815/list/jt-basement) — 2 ideas
- [Mediterranean Style](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/102660500/list/mediterranean-style) — 40 ideas
- [Contractors](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/102842697/list/contractors) — 1 idea
- [PSL\_Bathroom](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/99190990/list/psl-bathroom) — 34 ideas

[See all 15 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/thinkdesignwi)

## Community Q&A

**Q: What type of wood and who makes these cabinets?** *(in Photo Questions)*

A: The wood is cherry and the cabinetry is all custom work per our company's design

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*Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-08-17.*