--- title: "Chris Doehrmann Architect Inc. — Architects & Building Designers | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/chris-doehrmann-architect-inc-pfvwus-pf~722416702 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~722416702.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Chris Doehrmann Architect Inc." category: ["Architects"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/4bf33203038ddc33_3258-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "1500 21st Avenue NW, New Brighton, Minnesota 55112, United States" latitude: 45.0788 longitude: -93.1872 phone: "(651) 639-0469" website: http://www.doehrmann.com rating: 5 review_count: 7 followers: 72 last_updated: 2026-09-02 --- # Chris Doehrmann Architect Inc. Original Houzz profile: [Chris Doehrmann Architect Inc.](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/chris-doehrmann-architect-inc-pfvwus-pf~722416702) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Architects - **Location:** New Brighton, MN - **Serves:** Minneapolis, Brooklyn Park, Blaine, Coon Rapids, West Coon Rapids, Edina, Saint Louis Park, Maplewood, Roseville, Brooklyn Center, Fridley, Shoreview, White Bear Lake, Champlin, New Brighton, Crystal, Golden Valley, New Hope, Columbia Heights, Lino Lakes, Stillwater, Anoka, Hugo, Robbinsdale, Mounds View, Vadnais Heights, Saint Paul, North Saint Paul, Little Canada, Arden Hills, Saint Anthony, Spring Lake Park, Falcon Heights, North Oaks, Circle Pines, Columbus, Grant, Centerville, Lauderdale, Lexington, Dellwood, Hilltop, Birchwood, Gem Lake - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (7 reviews) ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - Recommended on Houzz - 500 Ideabook Saves If you’re looking for one of the best Minneapolis Architecture Firms in and around the Twin Cities, Chris Doehrmann is a great place to start. Chris Doehrmann’s mission is to create beautiful houses with excellent craftsmanship that reflect the personality of the people living inside of them. Each design is fresh and unique with a custom approach using the personal style of his clients as a starting point. His design expertise covers homes, lake homes, remodeling projects, renovations and other additions throughout the Twin Cities, Arden Hills, Gem Lake, Edina, White Bear Lake, Minneapolis, St. Paul and more! No two projects are alike. His approach creates a unique design experience for everyone involved. Chris Doehrmann’s Minneapolis Architecture Firm will help you create new life in your existing home or turn a dream home into reality. Your home should compliment you in every way and act as an extension of your own personal style. It doesn't matter how big or small your dream home is. Chris can execute it and come up with exciting and helpful designs along the way. If you live in the Twin Cities and need an architect, Chris Doehrmann has the track record to take your project from start to finish while exceeding your expectations. ### Services Provided - Architectural Design - Building Design - Home Remodeling - Architectural Drawings - Custom Homes - New Home Construction - Home Additions - Home Extensions - Kitchen Remodeling - 3D Rendering - Space Planning - Guesthouse Design & Construction - Drafting - Basement Remodeling - Garage Design ### Areas Served - Minneapolis - Brooklyn Park - Blaine - Coon Rapids - West Coon Rapids - Edina - Saint Louis Park - Maplewood - Roseville - Brooklyn Center - Fridley - Shoreview - White Bear Lake - Champlin - New Brighton - Crystal - Golden Valley - New Hope - Columbia Heights - Lino Lakes - Stillwater - Anoka - Hugo - Robbinsdale - Mounds View - Vadnais Heights - Saint Paul - North Saint Paul - Little Canada - Arden Hills - Saint Anthony - Spring Lake Park - Falcon Heights - North Oaks - Circle Pines - Columbus - Grant - Centerville - Lauderdale - Lexington - Dellwood - Hilltop - Birchwood - Gem Lake ### Typical Job Cost We work on projects of all shapes, sizes, and budgets. If you value quality design, we value working with you. Call now and ask about our flexible fee system! ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Chris Doehrmann Architect Inc. | | Address | 1500 21st Avenue NW, New Brighton, Minnesota 55112, United States | | Phone | (651) 639-0469 | | Website | http://www.doehrmann.com | | License Number | MN21342 | | Followers on Houzz | 72 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/ChrisDoehrmannArchitect - X (Twitter) — https://twitter.com/cd\_architect - LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/profile/view?id=76862139&authType=OUT\_OF\_NETWORK&authToken=faoy&trk=extra\_b - Blog — http://doehrmann.com/ ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Chris Doehrmann Architect Inc.](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/chris-doehrmann-architect-inc-pfvwus-pf~722416702) - **Website:** http://www.doehrmann.com - **Phone:** (651) 639-0469 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - -Member of the American Institute of Architects - -Rated Top 25 in the Marvin Architects Showdown - -Homes Featured in the Homes by Architects Tour **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: 5.0 out of 5 — 7 reviews** ### All 7 reviews **★★★★★ — Becker Building & Remodeling Inc., Nov. 2015** > Our team has had the pleasure to work on a few of Chris Doehrmann's projects. I think Chris has an excellent balance of creativity and design, with common sense and realistic expectations for budget costs and "build-ability". I appreciate Chris's knowledge of how things actually get built. It makes our job easier. I recommend Chris for clients that are looking for something out of the ordinary. > > Cary Becker > Becker Building and Remodeling **★★★★★ — rileyra8741, July 2015** > Chris helped us with the renovation of our kitchen and basement. He came up with ideas quickly. His plan fit our lifestyle and home. He was easy to work with and listened to us. His support and direction helped make a major project less overwhelming. **★★★★★ — bwalther, April 2015** > We knew after our first meeting with Chris that he was the right architect for us. Our home presented multiple challenges and we'd been struggling for some time to come up with a plan. His ability to blend our needs and taste into an executable vision was immediately apparent with the conceptual work he started with. We completed the work at our own pace and by sticking with the architecture plans he provided, the finished product was an interior and exterior remodel that we're extremely happy with. We highly recommend Chris . **★★★★★ — gazeboproject, April 2015** > Our tiny deck needed to be replaced and at the same time we wanted to add a 3-season gazebo. We asked Chris to give us his ideas. His vision was immediate and perfect for what we wanted; a 3-level deck with the gazebo on part of the second level. A cupola on the gazebo artistically moved the design way beyond a square box and fit the style of the house. He met with us and our contractor to clarify what would need to be done and materials used and to be sure it could be done within the budget. > Chris is easy to work with and really listens to what you want. > When people come to the back of the house they are amazed at how charming it is and what a pleasant place it creates to be outdoors. **★★★★★ — lockaby, April 2015** > Met with Chris and after one interview decided this was the architect that we felt most comfortable with. Was patient and listened to what we would like to see. Did a great job on taking our ideas and putting it to reality in his drawings. Was very excited when he showed us the 3D views on what the home was going to look like. We love the home he designed and get glowing remarks on people that see it for the first time. **★★★★★ — u28cv01, April 2015** > Chris worked with us to draw up plans to renovate and expand our 1950's home. Chris helped to create the vision for the 16x20 work room expansion on the lower level and build a screened porch on top of the work room for the upper level. Additional landscape drawings were also created for the contractor. Chris was professional and easy to work with on this project. His quality work was also done very quickly in order to meet our timelines for the renovation. I would highly recommend him for any project - big or small! **★★★★★ — kevinpaula, April 2015** > We worked with Chris in 2003 to design a sizeable addition to our home. Chris met with us and was able to quickly understand what we wanted to accomplish with our addition and brought great ingenuity to the design. He brought in new ideas that we had not previously considered and architected the addition to flow smoothly with the existing home. Whenever we have guests, they are always amazed at what we've done with the house! Chris was great to work with and we'd recommend him to anyone! Thanks Chris! ## Selected projects - [Modern Dellwood Transformation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/modern-dellwood-transformation-pj-vj~7523454) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 17 - Description: This whole house transformation in Dellwood, was all about releasing the modern home trapped inside its 1980’s builder prison. The home was purchased originally by this couple as a place to stay while visiting their adult children. Although the aesthetics of the original home were challenging and needed massive updating, they chose it anyway for its wooded lot, convenient location, great views, awesome pool, and atrium space. While it already had plenty of square footage it was laid out poorly a… - [Thumper Pond Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/thumper-pond-residence-pj-vj~968396) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 13 - Description: Modern elegance reaches rural northwest Minnesota in this home designed for a couple whose style has evolved beyond traditional details. The exterior is finished with fiber cement panels, stucco, and a richly stained wood entry structure. As you enter the home, you are drawn immediately to the magnificent living room with a rich, wood-paneled ceiling while the espresso-stained arched windows frame the spectacular view of the pond and its wildlife beyond. - [Linden Hills Cottage](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/linden-hills-cottage-pj-vj~577590) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 9 - Description: Featured in the Parade of Homes and a MN Greenstar Project, this contemporary Linden Hills home mixes texture, creativity, and style to bring new expression to the area, all while remaining visually compatible with the rest of the neighborhood. The kitchen is bright, with beautiful, contrasting wood floors. The main level living and dining areas open seamlessly to one another, but a change in the ceiling between rooms offer a sleek sense of definition. Through pocket french doors, you’ll find a… - [Classic Contemporary Lake Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/classic-contemporary-lake-home-pj-vj~566825) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 10 - Description: This 4000-square-foot stucco and stone masterpiece on White Bear Lake brings new meaning to the term “lake house.” From the moment you step in the front entry, you are met with gorgeous views of the lake that continue throughout the kitchen, dining, and living spaces. After spending a day on the lake, come in the main level mudroom, complete with lockers and a bathroom with a shower to clean off. Then head upstairs to the master suite which offers easy access to a laundry room and exercise area.… - [Modern Ramsey Transformation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/modern-ramsey-transformation-pj-vj~7524062) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 12 - Description: The owners of this home in Ramsey, Minnesota purchased it for its rural location and wooded views, but the existing home lacked the wow factor they desired. They wanted to transform their nondescript 80’s house into a clean modern home that was visually dynamic with a layout that would give them one level living. To achieve their goals on the exterior we needed to leave the gables, vinyl siding, and small windows behind and replace them with shed & flat roofs, composite panels, shiplap siding, p… - [English Tudor Expansion](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/english-tudor-expansion-pj-vj~947984) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 11 - Description: Love of family is at the heart of this English Tudor expansion and renovation in Hopkins, Minnesota. This family wished to preserve the memories made in the home where they raised their family while renovating it to support their transitioning lifestyle. The expansion includes a new 3 car garage and mud room with additional bedrooms and a bath upstairs. A new kitchen and dining area were also added and the living room and entry were completely reimagined while the old garage was transformed into… - [Classic Contemporary Studio](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/classic-contemporary-studio-pj-vj~566874) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 12 - Description: After designing this family’s home on White Bear Lake, we renovated their existing garage and shed, transforming the space into a studio and office that melded well with the previous home design while adding to the overall composition. A cylindrical connector was added at the center, containing the stairway and bathroom. This theme is continued in the bathroom which has a circular shower under a conical skylight. The use of traditional materials, such as stone, stucco, and copper in a contempora… - [New Brighton Addition & Renovation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/new-brighton-addition-and-renovation-pj-vj~7524088) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 8 - [Gem Lake Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/gem-lake-home-pj-vj~566870) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 14 - Description: This simple yet refined 7,200-square-foot residence features an abundance of architectural curves. According to Midwest Home, the “archways between the rooms are echoed in the broad, barrel-vaulted ceilings above, while a curved kitchen island softens the home’s lengthy central living space. In their quest for a serene, stylized abode, the couple even cut a few corners—literally. The walls and baseboard trim feature round edges.” I don’t think we could say it better ourselves. The open plan, wit… - [Lowry Hill Master Suite](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lowry-hill-master-suite-pj-vj~7524099) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 8 - Description: After purchasing this Lowry Hill home the owners wanted to do one last addition that would give them the master suite they lacked while also addressing some problematic exterior issues in this otherwise classic, gambrel roofed, Dutch Colonial Revival home built in 1906. Like most houses of its era the original layout lacked a large master bedroom with adequate closet space and a dedicated master bath. Although over the past 100 years the kitchen, bathrooms and garage space had been upgraded, the… - [New Swedish Cottage](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/new-swedish-cottage-pj-vj~7524111) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 8 - [Rustic Lake Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/rustic-lake-home-pj-vj~566863) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 7 - Description: Cottage meets lodge is the essence of this lake home getaway on Agate Lake near Crosby, Minnesota. Using nature as its palette, this home combines stone, cedar shakes, Douglas fir beams, concrete roof tiles and copper dormer roofs to highlight the exterior. While cherry woodwork, copper handrails, maple floors and a three story stone fireplace adorn the interior. A two bedroom guest suite with a separate entry is showcased by the large arched dormer. A bar and kitchenette offer entertainment eas… - [Modern Lake Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/modern-lake-home-pj-vj~946651) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 11 - Description: Featured in the Lake Country Journal, this incredibly uniquely designed lake home in Crosby, MN was described as “Crosby’s Modern Art”. Taking its cues from Native American themes and its unique site the home is designed to best utilize its access to natural light. A prow shaped sunset overlook area above the entry maximizes the views from the loft while bathing the vaulted living areas below with natural light. The main level living space is faceted creating a broader view of the lake and the 3… - [Arden Avenue Addition](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/arden-avenue-addition-pj-vj~566867) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 3 - Description: This impressive addition/renovation was designed to meet the needs of an active family while enhancing its curb appeal. An additional bedroom, bath and laundry added to the upper level offered new flexibility and space for the family. A new garage, mudroom and three season porch updated the usability of the main level. On the lower level, a home theater with a large storage room below the garage maximized the efficiency of this addition and allowed for a fun new treat for the family and guests.… - [Abercrombie Transformation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/abercrombie-transformation-pj-vj~566925) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 9 - Description: What was once a two bedroom home with a one car garage in Edina was transformed into a four bedroom home with a brand new master suite, kitchen, dining area, living room, and outdoor entertaining area for the whole family. Opening up the grade on the front of the house allow the family room downstairs to have direct view of the front yard and become an updated focal point of the home. Striking wood floors throughout add to the contemporary, fresh look. - [Iowa Homestead](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/iowa-homestead-pj-vj~566857) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 10 - Description: The striking front entrance is just the beginning of this masterfully crafted Mason City farm home. Located on the family farmstead, the home is set in a serene pasture with a view to the recently restored historic round milking barn. Vibrant colors, unique railing details and large arched windows create a powerful, original design. From the kitchen, with its thoughtful display of granite counters, tile detailing, complimentary wood surfaces and beam ceilings, to the vaulted glulam ceiling in th… - [Seamless Tudor Addition](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/seamless-tudor-addition-pj-vj~566917) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 2 - Description: This rear entry addition and bedroom expansion on a St. Paul Tudor transformed the home while maintaining its original style, making it feel like it had always been there. The priority was to provide a new entry from the alley that provided enough space for the coming and going of a busy family. A bench seat with storage, a window-lined ledge, and congruence with the entirety of the Tudor style allowed the renovation to take effect seamlessly and further enhance the family’s entrance experience. - [Half Moon Lake Cabin](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/half-moon-lake-cabin-pj-vj~946654) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 3 - Description: The design of this new cabin in Wisconsin included the tear down existing an existing seasonal one-story structure and the construction of a new one-and-a-half story home with a larger footprint. They wanted an intimate, yet comfortable four-season lake home that retained some “cabin-y” feel that is compatible with the general architecture of the neighboring homes and takes advantage of the natural landscape. Not a log cabin, but more of a “cottage” feel. The main level includes a 3-season porch… - [Country Cottage](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/country-cottage-pj-vj~566848) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 4 - Description: This walkout rambler was designed to provide the flexibility to move throughout public spaces of the home while ensuring privacy and generous space in the private spaces for its family members. The formal living and dining areas are connected by arched openings with classic appeal providing lovely space to entertain, while the larger, more informal kitchen and family room allow for big family gatherings as well. While you’re at it, bring the group outside from the finished walkout lower level to… - [Maplewood Lake Cottage](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/maplewood-lake-cottage-pj-vj~566920) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 2 - Description: This small lake house was added onto and completely transformed to gain the space they needed and to allow for better views of the lake throughout the main level. The moment you enter the house, you are drawn through the house to the lake. The new kitchen, dining room, living room and master bedroom suite all take advantage of the views of the lake. They also added a uniquely designed pergola area for outdoor entertaining. [See all 32 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/chris-doehrmann-architect-inc-pfvwus-pf~722416702) ## Community Q&A **Q: Exterior color please. Lovely home!** *(in Photo Questions)* A: The color was selected by the home owner. --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-02.*