WAREHOUSE LOFT REMODELING

MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA

A young couple with a loft in the North Loop wanted to turn their amorphous space into a more purposeful home. While they loved the location, tall ceilings, exposed metal stairs and concrete walls, the open space plan was inefficient and the single loft-style bedroom would not suffice for a new baby on the way. To improve the usable space, the floor heights and interior walls needed to be reworked.

Timeless interior design shines in this kitchen featuring a marble island, stainless appliances, custom cabinetry and millwork, open shelves with dishes, a double-door fridge, wine rack beneath a black staircase, loaf of bread, and an open book.
Two photos showcase a bright hallway with wood floors, light wood cabinets, black hooks, and a bench. A laundry nook includes washer, dryer, and shelves; another area features a counter with flowers—highlighting timeless interior design and natural materials.
Split image: Left shows a nursery with floral wallpaper, custom cabinetry and millwork, and an open doorway. Right features a timeless interior design with a crib, white chair, banner, shelves, and an open loft with railing above.
A bright bedroom with white brick walls, skylights, a wooden partition, a bed with white bedding, custom cabinetry and millwork, a wall-mounted light, a nightstand with books, and part of a cozy kitchen visible in the background.
Modern kitchen in a lake home with stainless steel appliances, custom cabinetry and millwork, wooden shelves displaying dishes, a marble island with cutting board and bread, a vase of purple flowers, and framed photos on a white wall.
PROJECT TEAM

Todd P. Hansen, AIA, CID, Partner; Jennifer L. Seim, Assoc. AIA; Katie Loecken, AIA

PHOTOGRAPHY

Wing (Ta) Ho

BUILDER

Choice Wood Company

A yellow Labrador sits on a mat inside a cozy nook under the staircase, partially hidden with the mesh-door open. A metal water bowl rests on the wooden floor, highlighting custom home design with natural materials.

The original master closet above the low height space was mostly removed, creating an enclosed nursery on the first floor. The entry hall now separated, was redefined with plywood birch paneling that wrapped around the service hall and new drop zone, meeting up with the kitchen. In the kitchen, the island was reoriented and the previously undefined space under the open stairs was used to expand the kitchen with custom cabinetry for the refrigerator, wine storage, pantry pullouts and a built-in dog kennel.

OF NOTE
  • A mixture of custom cabinetry and IKEA cabinetry was used throughout the project, and was enriched with metal accents and warm marble countertops.