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What is building science?
The role of building science in sustainable, energy-efficient design What is building science? Building science is an area of study…
Read moreDesigning for you: Custom home solutions at any scale
Tailored residential spaces that support your lifestyle In the design world, it's easy to get caught up in the grandeur…
Read moreWaste not, want not: embracing material reuse
Material recycling contributes to a more sustainable built environment Is adaptive reuse the answer to sustainable building design? It’s no…
Read moreDesigning the dream retreat
Questions to consider when designing your idyllic getaway destination Over the years, we’ve designed many spaces to help our clients…
Read moreLiving (and working) into retirement: downsize or age-in-place?
Downsize or age-in-place? If you’re thinking to yourself, “My retirement may look different than my parents’ did” you’re not alone.…
Read moreDesigning with darkness
5 Ways to Embrace the Darkness The awareness of light is anchored by darkness. - Max Jacobson, The Good House…
Read moreDesign ideas to elevate your holiday hosting space
Shelter looks at design holistically. We spend time exploring the science, psychology and environmental impact of our work. Along with…
Read moreTwo Shelter homes on 2023 AIA MN Homes by Architects Tour
We are thrilled to announce that two Shelter designed homes will be featured in the upcoming Homes by Architects Tour…
Read moreVictorian Veranda wins 2021 BLEND award
Recently, we capped off 14 years of work on an 1886 St. Paul home with a front porch renovation designed…
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