morningside is one of the most sought after neighborhoods in Edina, MN, but the 1600 square foot, dutch-colonial built in 1930 that sat on this lot was ready to be retired. in its place we crafted a 4500 sq ft for a growing young family who expressed their desire for a modern home that matched their love for the outdoors.

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like so many lots in the older neighborhoods of minnesota, they are narrow and the parti becomes a long, slender home with a predictable arrangement of spaces. we approached this project with the intent of reimaging the paradigm.

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the front entry recalls stepping stones set between a stream of running water while the expansive great room opens generously onto a covered deck overlooking the back yard. the second floor offers a roof deck patio above the garage and a roof garden outside the primary bedroom that brings light and airiness into the second floor hallway.