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This thoughtfully designed home near Minnesota's Lake Harriet blends modern and traditional elements to complement its charming neighborhood of classic cottages on narrow lots. The exterior features an
L-shaped footprint with a dark gray steel gable roof and a perpendicular flat roof topped with a lush sedum garden, evoking the appeal of a classic European cottagescape while providing a modern sensibility in an
urban landscape.
Inside, the home balances openness with distinct spaces, creating a welcoming flow. The lower level includes a media room, game room, and guest suite, while the main floor houses the kitchen, mudroom, stairway,
and garage under the gabled roof. The flat-roofed section contains the foyer, dining, and living rooms, leading seamlessly to a heated, screened-in outdoor space and a private courtyard. Natural materials enhance the
indoor-outdoor connection, with variegated brick extending from the exterior into interior spaces. Expansive floor-to-ceiling windows, sliding glass doors, and a skylight flood the home with natural light, reinforcing
its airy, modern feel while maintaining a cozy, inviting atmosphere. Designed for effortless living and entertaining, this Minnesota modern home offers a perfect blend of elegant simplicity and traditional texture.
Built by Trestle Homes
Interiors by InUnison Design
Landscape design by TVL Studio
Photography by Spacecrafting
Designed by PKA Architecture, Minneapolis, MN
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