This new construction home was a joyful collaboration for a pair of physicians and their three young boys. Our project mantra, Playful Energy guided us to create a bold personality with practical livability. A quiet architectural backdrop allowed for colorful silhouettes and furnishings with style. Every design selection was made with play, pets, and personality in mind.

With two sofa-loving Airedales and three active boys, durability was a must. Oak beams, flooring and cased openings, add warmth and texture, while wallpaper and graphic art accentuate with color. Iconic furniture and lighting classics were a launchpad for an emerging collection. Smart-tech lighting and window treatments bring efficiency and ease to the home’s modern lifestyle. Flooded with natural light from south-facing windows, the open plan remains airy and inviting. The family hub, a built-in family banquette gets lots of use in this well-orchestrated Kitchen for family meal-planning. Each bedroom suite has it’s own personality, nothing boring or too serious.

Location

Lake Elmo, Minnesota

Recognition

Midwest Living Magazine (2025)

Design Partners

• Interior Designer: Lucy Interiors

• Architect: Ben Nelson

• Builder: Zawadski Homes

• Photographer: Spacecrafting