Uptown UrbanUpscale urban living at 26th and Lyndale Avenue was named after the hardware store that anchored the corner for 60 years. The building has 87 pet-friendly apartments, a grocery store on the lower level, and a rooftop space for gatherings and relaxation. The second-level rooftop garden terrace is a shared space for all residents and connects to several semi … Read More

PROSPECT POINTThis remarkable home on a two-acre lake bluff provides an inspiring retreat with multiple indoor and outdoor casual living spaces. A large extended family is always welcome to the many varied gathering spots on the grounds, all with glorious lake views. A landscape plan developed in collaboration with Swan Architecture included new additions, a detached garage, and site amenities … Read More

Stubbs Bay ResidenceKeenan & Sveiven undertook a unique challenge with the design and build of this grand family compound on Stubbs Bay. In addition to integrating a PGA specification putting green, tree-lined walkways and numerous entertainment spaces, we were to add a pool and pool house. The pool had a fall start date and required completion by spring, which was … Read More

Medina EstateThis mountain lodge-style home sits on 60 acres of wetlands and rolling grasslands, bounded by split-rail fencing and an automated, gated entrance. Guided by the owner’s vision and working closely with the project team, we sited the house, outbuildings and property features. The relaxing pool, spa and cabana area, enclosed by a custom-hammered steel fence and stone columns, became … Read More

Edina ResidenceA returning client in this Edina neighborhood, which is known for large lots and meandering roads, asked for simple and inviting transitions between the home and its broad, outdoor spaces. A new pool, pool deck and plantings were terraced to allow views of the pond and fountain from inside the home. Native wildflowers and grasses replaced non-native plants, and … Read More

Lake Minnetonka ResidenceA legacy property on Lake Minnetonka, this TEA2 Architects-designed country estate is distinguished, formal and modern. In the spirit of large, English country homes, the open surrounding landscape reveals the impressive scale and symmetry of this grand house . . . and from inside the home, sweeping views of the garden, the lake and beyond. We executed dramatic … Read More

Browns BayThis project involved both technical and creative challenges. The expansive wooded lakeside setting has an impressive stone estate at its center. Collaborating with Sharratt Design & Company architects, and with builders John Kraemer and Sons, we applied our craftsmanship and attention to detail on a large scale. Sweeping lines of a paver stone entry drive and Tupelo stone walk … Read More

Chanhassen ResidenceThis is just the beginning of a multiphase, whole-house remodel. Yet, the Tuscan-inspired landscape design by Keenan & Sveiven makes an opening statement of forthright, time-honored simplicity for this elaborate estate build. Under the Chanhassen sun, the tan and cream tones of travertine stone work their textured paths in straight and herringbone lines around the classical cove-edge concrete pool … Read More

Linden Hills ResidenceLinden Hills is about parkways and lakes, neighborhood shops and cafes and is a charming place to call home. These Linden Hills owners had a clear vision for their new home: create an exciting outdoor experience for entertaining, make this new space match the historic significance of their beautiful home, be easy to maintain and as practical to … Read More

Marine on St. CroixThis private campus is complete: an art studio for him, meditation studio for her, creekside sauna, swimming pool, pool house and guest quarters which are set apart from the main house. We teamed up with SALA Architects and landscape architect Jason Aune to assist in landscape design development, construction detailing and building. Hundreds of feet of dry-stacked … Read More