Laurie Junker

1 week ago | startribune.com | Laurie Junker

By Laurie Junker The longtime owners of this modest Eden Prairie home chose an architect who grew up two doors down - and whose grandfather built the house - to help them respectfully renovate. In addition to upgrading the kitchen and improving views of the backyard pond, they incorporated age-in-place features that will allow them to stay in the neighborhood they love.

1 week ago | midwestdesignmag.com | Laurie Junker

Photos by Peter VonDeLinde || Architecture by PLAAD || Build by BCD Builders || Interior Design by Nicole Marie Thorson || Landscaping by Watercourse Design  Architect Mark Stankey, AIA, CID, design principal of Minneapolis firm PLAAD, held art and architecture in the same hand while designing this White Bear Lake home for an art collector client who wanted more than a gallery with white walls. The homeowner requested a residence that would enhance and respond to specific works of art.

2 weeks ago | startribune.com | Laurie Junker

Christopher Holien grew up in west central Minnesota, a farm kid who spent most of his adult life working as a geologist in places like Australia, London, Malaysia and Alaska. While Holien enjoyed soaking up different cultures, when it came time to retire in 2021, he gravitated to the familiar. He purchased a lot in White Oaks Savanna, a residential community near Stillwater with 320 acres of oak savanna - a mixed area of prairie and woodland - as well as organic farmland and 30 home sites.

1 month ago | startribune.com | Laurie Junker

By Laurie Junker The additional 10 feet made room for a spacious and bright foyer, with a bench and closet to stash coats and set down bags. Just beyond the entry, on the dining room threshold, is a jaunty blue bar/butler's pantry with wine racks and glassware. The layout suggests a logical sequence of welcoming guests and offering them a beverage.

2 months ago | startribune.com | Laurie Junker

The Home of the Month winner, built in 1956, now has a logical, tidy arrangement. For the Minnesota Star Tribune March 28, 2025 at 12:01PM Kelly Hinze knew this was the house the minute she walked in the door - even though husband Peter was out of town and unable to assess the Edina rambler's potential in person. Other prospective buyers had already done so, meaning the listing could sell before Peter returned. So after relaying all this to him on the phone, Hinze submitted an offer.