Artisan Home Tour, June 7-15th, 2014 Home #9 by Traditions by Donnay Homes Jim Kruger, LandMark Photography http://www.ArtisanHomeTour.org

Design: Charlie & Co. Design | Builder: Stonefield Construction | Interior Selections & Furnishings: By Owner | Photography: Spacecrafting
Mid-sized mountain style green two-story wood exterior home photo in Minneapolis

The heat of mid-afternoon is moderated with a shady, cedar pergola structure. The family asked me for better use of the upper and lower levels of their back yard. The design gutted the entire back yard and created a large deck space and a large entertaining patio surrounding their pool. The family uses the new deck for summertime dinners, gatherings, and simply relaxing. The deck connects to a four-season room and overlooks the back pool. Designed for Lee's Landscaping & Design. Credit: Tad Anderson. All rights exclusively reserved.

The "Minnesota Craftsman" in Long Lake, Minnesota, is a stunning example of Rustic Craftsman architecture brought to life through intricate timber engineering. Completed in 2004, the home features a nearly full timber frame constructed from premium Douglas fir—chosen for its high bending strength and warm visual character. The architectural centerpiece is the great room, spanned by a dramatic scissor brace truss that maximizes ceiling height while maintaining structural efficiency. This soaring space is anchored by a massive double-sided stone fireplace featuring a mechanically integrated reclaimed timber mantle. The exterior envelope balances durability and authenticity, wrapping the timber core in cedar shakes and locally sourced stone, surrounded by a classic covered wrap-around veranda.

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Deck - contemporary deck idea in Detroit

In partnership with Charles Cudd Co. Photo by John Hruska Orono MN, Architectural Details, Architecture, JMAD, Jim McNeal, Shingle Style Home, Transitional Design Corner Office, Built-In Office Desk, Floating Shelves, Window Shades, White Trim

Custom built log cabin in Bemidjii, Minnesota. This gentleman was interested in a maintenance-free solution while maintaining the log cabin look. The Cedar Log Siding creates a finished look with the pre-existing stone around the bottom of the house and chimney.

A Minnesota lake home that compliments its' surroundings and sets the stage for year-round family gatherings. The home includes features of lake cabins of the past, while also including modern elements. Built by Tomlinson Schultz of Detroit Lakes, MN.Exterior view of Minnesota lake home. Photo: Dutch Hempel

Warm basements are a necessity for Minnesota! This simple basement space is now the favorite place for the family's movie watching - a simple yet bold design for the small fireplace wall, but not overwhelming in the space. Cherry custom cabinets and mantle accent the traditional oak throughout the house, and the contemporary linear fireplace gives off a ton a heat!

A Minnesota lake home that compliments its' surroundings and sets the stage for year-round family gatherings. The home includes features of lake cabins of the past, while also including modern elements. Built by Tomlinson Schultz of Detroit Lakes, MN.Exterior view of Minnesota lake home. Photo: Dutch Hempel

The "Minnesota Craftsman" in Long Lake, Minnesota, is a stunning example of Rustic Craftsman architecture brought to life through intricate timber engineering. Completed in 2004, the home features a nearly full timber frame constructed from premium Douglas fir—chosen for its high bending strength and warm visual character. The architectural centerpiece is the great room, spanned by a dramatic scissor brace truss that maximizes ceiling height while maintaining structural efficiency. This soaring space is anchored by a massive double-sided stone fireplace featuring a mechanically integrated reclaimed timber mantle. The exterior envelope balances durability and authenticity, wrapping the timber core in cedar shakes and locally sourced stone, surrounded by a classic covered wrap-around veranda.

Roof Installation, Owens Corning "Duration" "Teak", Minneapolis, Minnesota Construction Story
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Inspiration for a contemporary l-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor open concept kitchen remodel in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, paneled appliances, an island and white countertops

The "Minnesota Craftsman" in Long Lake, Minnesota, is a stunning example of Rustic Craftsman architecture brought to life through intricate timber engineering. Completed in 2004, the home features a nearly full timber frame constructed from premium Douglas fir—chosen for its high bending strength and warm visual character. The architectural centerpiece is the great room, spanned by a dramatic scissor brace truss that maximizes ceiling height while maintaining structural efficiency. This soaring space is anchored by a massive double-sided stone fireplace featuring a mechanically integrated reclaimed timber mantle. The exterior envelope balances durability and authenticity, wrapping the timber core in cedar shakes and locally sourced stone, surrounded by a classic covered wrap-around veranda.

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Mid-sized green two-story vinyl gable roof photo in Minneapolis

Victoria and Albert tub with custom color on the outside of it.
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The builder included this unusual "see-through" fire place that connects the indoors and outdoors. We took that inspiration even further and created an extension of the living room on the patio. This fireplace puts out a lot of heat, so sitting on the patio on a cool fall night is still very comfortable.

2018 Artisan Home Tour Photo: LandMark Photography Builder: Nor-Son Custom Builders
Laundry room - traditional multicolored floor laundry room idea in Minneapolis with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, multicolored walls, a side-by-side washer/dryer and white countertops

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