--- title: "Orfield Design & Construction, Inc. — General Contractors | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/orfield-design-and-construction-inc-pfvwus-pf~1988309752 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~1988309752.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Orfield Design & Construction, Inc." category: ["General Contractors"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/638395a400041399_7463-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "Bloomington, Minnesota 55437, United States" phone: "(952) 920-6543" website: http:// rating: 4.2 review_count: 5 followers: 22 last_updated: 2026-11-08 --- # Orfield Design & Construction, Inc. Original Houzz profile: [Orfield Design & Construction, Inc.](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/orfield-design-and-construction-inc-pfvwus-pf~1988309752) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** General Contractors - **Location:** Bloomington, MN - **Serves:** Minneapolis, Bloomington, Plymouth, Maple Grove, Eagan, Eden Prairie, Burnsville, Minnetonka, Edina, Minnetonka Mills, Saint Louis Park, Shakopee, Richfield, Savage, Fridley, Prior Lake, Chanhassen, Crystal, Golden Valley, New Hope, Columbia Heights, Hopkins, Robbinsdale, Mendota Heights, Saint Anthony, Orono, Minnetrista, Shorewood, Spring Lake Park, Medina, Corcoran, Deephaven, Osseo, Excelsior, Spring Park, Howard Lake, Long Lake, Maple Plain, Hilltop, Greenwood, Loretto, Woodland, Minnetonka Beach, Medicine Lake, Mendota, Crystal Bay, Hamel, Navarre - **Houzz rating:** 4.2 out of 5 (5 reviews) ## About ### Houzz Badges - Recommended on Houzz - 100 Ideabook Saves Orfield Design and Construction, Inc. is an award-winning company that has provided complete general contracting services for residential remodeling projects since 1978. We take pride in our creativity, communication, organization and quality in materials and workmanship. Call us at 952-920-6543 to set up a free consultation today! ### Services Provided - Home Remodeling - Kitchen Remodeling - Bathroom Remodeling - General Contracting - Home Additions - Custom Homes - New Home Construction - Home Extensions - Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) - Deck Building - Basement Remodeling - Guesthouse Design & Construction - Outdoor Kitchen Construction - Garage Building - Home Restoration - Pool House Design & Construction - Project Management - Porch Design & Construction - Multigenerational Homes - Custom Home Bars - Countertop Installation - Energy-Efficient Homes - Attic Conversion - Window Replacement - House Framing - Green Building - Window Installation - Home Gym Design & Construction - Exterior Door Installation - Stair Installation - Demolition - Barn Design & Construction - Wine Cellar Installation - Workshop Design & Construction - Foundation Construction - Carport Installation - Attic Restoration - Asphalt Shingle Roofing - Sustainable Design - Shed Design & Construction - Crown Molding Installation - Baseboard Installation - Wainscoting - Wheelchair Ramp Installation - Fireproofing - Storm Shelter Construction - Home Inspection - Custom Cabinets - Custom Home - Door Installation ### Areas Served - Minneapolis - Bloomington - Plymouth - Maple Grove - Eagan - Eden Prairie - Burnsville - Minnetonka - Edina - Minnetonka Mills - Saint Louis Park - Shakopee - Richfield - Savage - Fridley - Prior Lake - Chanhassen - Crystal - Golden Valley - New Hope - Columbia Heights - Hopkins - Robbinsdale - Mendota Heights - Saint Anthony - Orono - Minnetrista - Shorewood - Spring Lake Park - Medina - Corcoran - Deephaven - Osseo - Excelsior - Spring Park - Howard Lake - Long Lake - Maple Plain - Hilltop - Greenwood - Loretto - Woodland - Minnetonka Beach - Medicine Lake - Mendota - Crystal Bay - Hamel - Navarre ### Typical Job Cost $5,000 - 500 million ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Orfield Design & Construction, Inc. | | Address | Bloomington, Minnesota 55437, United States | | Phone | (952) 920-6543 | | Website | http:// | | License Number | BC-2562 | | Followers on Houzz | 22 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/OrfieldDesign - X (Twitter) — https://twitter.com/orfielddesign - Blog — https://www.instagram.com/orfielddesign/ ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Orfield Design & Construction, Inc.](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/orfield-design-and-construction-inc-pfvwus-pf~1988309752) - **Website:** http:// - **Phone:** (952) 920-6543 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - Orfield License: MN BC-2562. Associate AIA Member, Member of Builder's Association of the Twin Cities, NKBA member, ASID Industry Partner, Builder's Association of Minnesota Member, NARI member, NAHBBR Remodelers, Remodeler's Council of the Twin Cities ## Reviews **Overall rating: 4.2 out of 5 — 5 reviews** ### All 5 reviews **★ — Janalee Van Sistine, Oct. 2016** > We hired Orfield Design to provide us with a set of plans for a basement remodeling project. We were very clear up front that this project would be done in phases and that we planned on doing as much of the work as possible ourselves. > > Initial meeting with Laura and Amy went well, they seemed excited about the project and to really "get" what we were looking for. At the time that our final set of plans was delivered, we were over all pleased with what we received. The plans cost $1200. I knew upfront that this is what they cost. > > Once the project began however, things changed. A few of the items on the plan were incorrect (I-beams in wrong location, measurements off) and we wanted to make a few changes to the plan (stated clearly that a revision was included). I was told additional work was billed at $90 per hour, no changes were ever made. I had to beg and repeatedly call and email to have actual room dimensions added to my $1200 set of plans. > > Once the building got underway, even more issues were found. If we had built out the basement according to the plan, we would have doors under I-beams, resulting in 3 different door heights through out our space. Walls were drawn under major runs of duct work. The bathroom wall ended up being built almost a foot off from the plan. The bathroom design was very poorly thought out, access panels to shower plumbing was put in the bedroom side rather than the utility side of the basement. > > Our builder expressed quite a bit of frustration with the plans as they were drawn by Orfield. Poorly thought out door and wall placement, items that did not meet code and some of the planned walls were items that were impossible to even build. > > While Laura expressed enthusiasm over our design ideas, in the end she selected products and fixtures that were not at all what we would have considered using. She seems to have a very narrow view of what was "right" and not willing to stray beyond that vision. > > We spent $1200 on a set of plans that ended up being useless to us. Orfield seemed unwilling to alter or change our plans once it was clear we would not be using their services for construction. Perhaps if you plan on using them for the construction component of your project you will be more satisfied. I would not personally do business with this company again. **Comment from Orfield Design & Construction, Inc.:** > Our original appointment was on 01/22/2016. At that time we took photographs of the basement & dimensions & it was full of furniture and finishes. Although we sent several follow up emails it wasn’t until April that the client contacted us and set another meeting for May 5, 2016 to move forward with plans. > > We was aware right from the start that they were possibly going to be their own General Contractor, as they felt very “handy” and apparently had many relatives who were able to help them out, therefore our work was on the Design Plans Only. This is why they liked our approach vs. other companies because we did not make them feel locked in to using us for the construction, although our experience as a Design/Build company allowed us to make recommendations & design the plan in a way that was simple & cost-effective to construct. > > Keeping the cost down to actually be able to proceed with construction was of utmost importance to them, and therefore we suggested design AND material finishes that were reputable, long-term warranties and were also a huge cost savings. We stated right from the start that in order to draw ANY room to scale we have to select “PlaceHolders” of real objects, such as shower surrounds, vanities, toilets, cabinetry, etc., so that things actually work. If we are performing construction management on a project, we do not proceed with Demo or Framing until these items are finalized, ordered & onsite. Owners often do not follow this rationale & things are selected as they go, causing planning difficulty for subs & layout errors. > > At that time they signed the Design Form and she informed us that she was a very big Scrap-Booker and was going to use IKEA Cabinetry. When designing the plans we spent many hours going above & beyond by weeding through the many IKEA Cabinet options down to only those that would actually fit her LARGE scrapbooking albums, fit the space, AND be in line with her contemporary exposed brick & ceiling joist “loft” style desired. > > Written on our plans is our disclosure. Our Plan Disclosure states: > “DESIGN PLANS ARE NOT PROVIDED FOR ARCHITECTURAL OR ENGINEERING USE. IT IS THE RESPECTIVE TRADES’ RESPONSIBILITY TO VERIFY THAT ALL INFORMATION LISTED IS IN ACCORDANCE WITH EQUIPMENT USE, APPLICABLE CODES AND ACTUAL JOBSITE DIMENSIONS. > THIS RENDERING IS AN ARTIST’S INTERPRETATION OF THE GENERAL APPEARANCE OF THE ROOM. IT IS NOT INTENDED TO BE A PRECISE DEPICTION. > COPYRIGHT © 2016 Orfield Design & Construction, Inc. These plans were prepared by Orfield Design & Construction, Inc. (“Orfield”) and are subject to copyright as a pictorial, graphic, or sculptural work. They remain the property of Orfield and may not be submitted to or used by any other entity without specific written consent by and/or payment to Orfield. Any unauthorized use of these plans will result in copyright infringement and entitle Orfield to payment for all design time and any legal fees or costs it incurs in connection therewith.” > > Supporting that this is INDUSTRY STANDARD PRACTICE: Here Is another company's Design Plan Disclosure: > “We, and the designers we work with, have put substantial care and effort into the creation of our blueprints. However, because we cannot provide on-site consultation, supervision and control over actual construction, and because of the great variance in local building requirements, building practices and soil, seismic, weather and other conditions, WE CANNOT MAKE ANY WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WITH RESPECT TO THE CONTENT OR USE OF OUR BLUEPRINTS, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. > Construction materials and methods may vary from the blueprints or from > the construction notes provided in the blueprints; but at all times state > Residential Building Codes will be met or exceeded” Source: http://www.eplans.com/community/faq\#faq43 > > For these reasons, we always have our trades do a walk-through of the site before construction starts. If the plumber recommends changing where fixtures are for a cost saving, we make note of it & change the plans accordingly. We discussed our plan consulting at our meeting on 5/5, prior to signing of the design form later that morning. Also reiterated in email Amy sent 6/28. Project Management typically includes all of these walkthroughs with each trade. It is written on our Design Form: > “Design Form: Project Management: on purchased design plans when construction is not performed by Orfield or Its subcontractors under Orfields contract: All timelines, scheduling, answering Contractor/Customer questions about plans or meeting with clients or their trades on-site is charged at a rate of $90.00/hour.” > > After the final meeting on 5/31, there was no indication of any large changes the client needed or wanted to make. The support beam location was never brought to our attention. Knowing that you were sending these plans to trade professionals they were drawn at standard ¼” scale on 11x17 size paper. All of our plans are drawn to-scale, as noted on our labels. If a structure is concealed and the original builder did not follow standard practices, or the plans are not printed to scale, things will be off. Hence a walkthrough prior to framing, after complete demo is strongly suggested to layout the walls on the floor. > > As a business professional who has been a part of a company established in 1978, and has been doing this job for 18 years, I (Laura) not only continue with my education & certification, but also learn from clients/projects & licensed trades what does/does not work in most designs. Therefore I feel it is my responsibility to suggest material or placeholders that are not only good products that I and my sub-contractors would stand behind for warranty purposes, but are also cost-effective for any client on a budget. Again, these are merely dimensional placeholders, and are meant to be changed once the final selections are made by the client and given to the designer/project manager to revise the plans prior to rough framing. > > I also know how important it is to have a starting plan, and finalize material selections (plumbing fixtures, cabinetry, flooring decisions, light fixtures, etc.) before even starting rough framing so that all dimensions can be verified & meet current code & inspections. When we manage a project, we not only do this at the beginning, but again before every trade starts, and then modify the plans accordingly to pass along the changes to other trades that may be affected by the alterations. we also have the advantage of having a wonderful team of subcontractors who communicate well with us AND each other! > > Small changes can create big problems if not caught early on/or throughout a project – for example, if you have a tight space and then add a thicker wainscot on the finished wall at the last minute it will throw off all dimensions and perhaps no longer meet minimum code requirements that were originally roughed in – such as from side to center of toilet (15”), or from front of toilet to any obstacle (2’). > > We have Electrical plans, cabinet plans, countertop plans, tile plans, many, many plans - but only if we're allowed to contribute our professional expertise & meet with the trades performing the work and the clients whose home is being remodeled, not as a way to “make money” because usually these are about 1-2 hours max, but as a way of making sure the clients original goals are met using their selections and the jobsite architectural restrictions. > > We apologize if you feel you were not given adequate attention during your basement design plan process. Through our three in-person meetings and various emails back and forth we were under no impression that you felt this way until receiving your last email. > > We sincerely hope you ended up with a basement you enjoy! > Kindly, > Orfield Design & Construction, Inc. **★★★★★ — Amy Roberts, May 2016** > I love working with Laura and the team at Orfield. They provide practical, common sense ideas and have the eye for things we just didn't see or think about on our projects. Clearly they are experienced and it shows! There was no intimidation factor and we've used them again - big and small projects! **★★★★★ — scvon, May 2016** > I was happy with the design process, taking my time to be sure my money was spent with the best choices for my tastes. Working with the people on site was great, cleanup was done each day. I was able to afford some of the wish list items on my modest budget and am so very happy with the results! Working with Laura and Amy made the decision process fun, not overwhelming. **★★★★★ — abstercat50, May 2016** > Initially contracted with Orfield for a project design. The design process was awesome. Orfield came up with creative and innovative ideas. They think "out of the box." We subsequently contracted with them to turn our 1.5 story home into a full 2-story home with an attic. We also fully remodeled the main floor bath and front entry. Orfield gave us a project timeline which was followed -- work was done when they said it would be. The subcontractors, with one exception, were outstanding and their work was high quality. Problems were resolved timely and to our satisfaction. We love our remodeled spaces and would hire Orfield again. **★★★★★ — Dianne Brown, May 2016** > Orfield's have done two remodeling projects for me. A complete kitchen remodel included a bump-out to add space to a small dysfunctional kitchen. I live in a historical area and they had to get the plans approved by the Historical Preservation committee since they involved changing the outside of the building. They do quality work and take care of all the details. The second project was a complete basement bathroom remodel. It involved removing a sump pump, installing a new shower, toilet and vanity. The tilework and detail around the wrap-around shower made what could have been a regular basement bathroom a bit more classy. I was very satisfied with both remodel projects and enjoyed working with Orfields and all their contractors. ## Selected projects - [Orfield Design & Construction, Inc.](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/orfield-design-and-construction-inc-pj-vj~7718705) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 55 - [Laura & Amy Jobsite Selfie](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/laura-and-amy-jobsite-selfie-pj-vj~7725020) - Location: Minneapolis, MN - Photos: 1 - [Golden Valley Exterior Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/golden-valley-exterior-remodel-pj-vj~7689192) - Location: Minneapolis, MN - [Master Bathroom Remodel - Minnesota](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/master-bathroom-remodel-minnesota-pj-vj~7616563) - Location: Saint Paul, MN - Photos: 13 - [Our Teens Need to Know That Trade Jobs Are Sitting Empty](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/our-teens-need-to-know-that-trade-jobs-are-sitting-empty-pj-vj~6966320) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 1 - Description: https://grownandflown.com/trade-jobs-need-workers/?utm\_source=facebook&utm\_medium=socialflow&fbclid=IwAR0PQVOQ8a-0TKo6LYjNzEQpuy6tAr7HnxwRG7FX1j\_AeDUUgw0nsR8VZ7M - [All of us at Orfield Design & Construction, Inc. wish you a sparkly & safe Indep](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/all-of-us-at-orfield-design-and-construction-inc-wish-you-a-sparkly-and-safe-indep-pj-vj~6966324) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 1 - Description: All of us at Orfield Design & Construction, Inc. wish you a sparkly & safe Independence Day weekend. Make plans to show off your new remodel by next July 4th’s celebration. Contact https://orfielddesign.com/ to make fun home improvements you will enjoy with friends & family! \#OrfieldDesignandConstructionInc \#OrfieldDesign \#HappyJuly4 - [Read this great book about local culture and then had to review the historical a](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/read-this-great-book-about-local-culture-and-then-had-to-review-the-historical-a-pj-vj~6966322) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 2 - Description: Read this great book about local culture and then had to review the historical architecture! - [https://orfielddesign.com/ values & supports the well-being of all that are invo](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/https-orfielddesign-com-values-and-supports-the-well-being-of-all-that-are-invo-pj-vj~6966317) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 1 - Description: https://orfielddesign.com/ values & supports the well-being of all that are involved with making our clients’ projects a success! @NAHBhome & @NSCsafety keep the focus on job site \#Safety365. 6/1-11: Emphasized Musculoskeletal Disorders, preventing costly soft-tissue injuries, sprains, & strains. 6/12-18: Focuses on Workplace Impairment in all its forms, including mental distress, stress, & fatigue. 6/19-25: Features Injury Prevention, including identifying hazards & assessing risks. 6/26-30: Hi… - [Over the past year our housing market has only gotten tighter and less affordabl](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/over-the-past-year-our-housing-market-has-only-gotten-tighter-and-less-affordabl-pj-vj~6966314) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 1 - Description: Over the past year our housing market has only gotten tighter and less affordable for many Minnesota families. State legislators and Governor Walz are working on the housing omnibus bill. Within this bill is language that would help modernize and end exclusionary zoning in Minnesota, thereby positively addressing home affordability and availability in support of homeownership. Unfortunately, in many growing communities we see exclusionary mandates placed into planned unit developments (PUDs). Th… - [Mother’s Day & National Home Remodeling Month are both in May! Do you think you](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mothers-day-and-national-home-remodeling-month-are-both-in-may-do-you-think-you-pj-vj~6966312) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 1 - Description: Mother’s Day & National Home Remodeling Month are both in May! Do you think you need more room or a place to relax? Your home is one of your best investments – let a professional help you care for it. We offer a variety of services with a Remodel project. We start with Space Planning & incorporating Organization (includes purge & creative repurpose) to then create safe, beautiful & custom solutions for you. Start with just one room and we’ll show you the possibilities. Call or Text (952) 920-654… - [www.OrfieldDesign.com hopes everyone had a wonderful Easter-Holiday weekend. If](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/www-orfielddesign-com-hopes-everyone-had-a-wonderful-easter-holiday-weekend-if-pj-vj~6966310) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 1 - Description: www.OrfieldDesign.com hopes everyone had a wonderful Easter-Holiday weekend. If entertaining created the realization that your home could be more functional – contact us to help reconfigure your home. We’re egg-cited to work with you! - [https://nextdoor.com/.../orfield-design.../recommend/](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/https-nextdoor-com-orfield-design-recommend-pj-vj~6966302) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 1 - [The 2022 Remodeling Impact Report was released 4/6/22 by \#NAR & \#NARI. Along wit](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/the-2022-remodeling-impact-report-was-released-4-6-22-by-nar-and-nari-along-wit-pj-vj~6966306) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 1 - Description: The 2022 Remodeling Impact Report was released 4/6/22 by \#NAR & \#NARI. Along with \#money.com/best-home-renovation-projects-resale-value/, they agree The Best Home Improvement Projects for Return on Investment: RefinishHardwoodFloors147%, NewWoodFlooring118%, UpgradeInsulation100%, ConvertingBasementToLiving86%, Closet Renovation83%, ConvertingAtticToLiving75%, CompleteKitchenRenovation 75%, BathroomRenovation71%, KitchenUpgrade67%, NewBathroomAddition63%, NewBedroomAddition56%. Contact www.Orfie… - [Demoing a job site this morning](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/demoing-a-job-site-this-morning-pj-vj~6966286) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 1 - Description: Demoing a job site this morning. Had to show the bling handles, light fixtures, and metal shelf with concealed hanging rod closet system that we have removed. These were really something! - [www.OrfieldDesign.com Recognizes Women in Construction Week 2022! The NAWIC was](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/www-orfielddesign-com-recognizes-women-in-construction-week-2022-the-nawic-was-pj-vj~6966297) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 1 - Description: www.OrfieldDesign.com Recognizes Women in Construction Week 2022! The NAWIC was founded by 16 women in 1953. It was created to be a support network for the small fraction of women working in a male-dominated industry. The numbers have grown in this challenging business over the years, as we’ve diligently and professionally overcome stereotypes. 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Not easy for an Introvert, but I love what I do! \#OrfieldDesign \#GeneralContractor \#InteriorDesign \#PlanDrafting - [happy New Year 2022](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/happy-new-year-2022-pj-vj~6807353) - Location: Not specified - [2019 CotY Award Winning Projects](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/2019-coty-award-winning-projects-pj-vj~6043102) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 1 - [\[@nariminnesota\] 2019 Contractor of the Year Winner \[Residential Bath $50-75k\]](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/nariminnesota-2019-contractor-of-the-year-winner-residential-bath-50-75k-pj-vj~5962534) - Location: Saint Paul, MN - Photos: 3 [See all 24 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/orfield-design-and-construction-inc-pfvwus-pf~1988309752) ## Ideabooks - [Fun-Interesting-Educational](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/68640331/list/fun-interesting-educational) — 9 ideas - [Lower Level, Basements & Egress](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/64925324/list/lower-level-basements-egress) — 8 ideas - [Exteriors & Additions](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/64925331/list/exteriors-additions) — 5 ideas - [Kitchens & Pantry](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/64925316/list/kitchens-pantry) — 9 ideas - [Bathrooms: Full, 3/4, 1/2](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/64925310/list/bathrooms-full-3-4-1-2) — 12 ideas [See all 5 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/orfielddesignconstruction) --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. 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