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6X Best of Houzz Customer Service!
The "Best of Houzz" is a true badge of honor. It's an award that means the most to us, more even than design awards as it's a reflection of the satisfaction of the many people we've worked with over the years.
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Loving Longfellow
Hear how Ben and Jodi's project dramatically impacted a home and neighborhood they love.
Sunday mornings are my favorite now. We have a record player in here, Ben’s making eggs and bacon. And Miles and I are sitting here in the morning enjoying breakfast and brunch together. Where we used to probably go out for brunch, we stay here - because there’s nowhere better.
I was really impressed with being able to explain to David what we were looking for. He knew we entertainers, he knew that we wanted an indoor-outdoor feel, and then he came back and we were just amazed at how he nailed it. Just immediately we had a really good feeling from David and we trusted him and when he brought in the builders, we really had a really good vibe from them as well. It was pretty stress-free because he was there helping it move along, just making sure we had met deadlines and answered questions that we didn’t even know needed to be answered.
He was really the person keeping that moving along.
< Ben & Jodi S. >
Minneapolis
Minneapolis
Lake Harriet Refresh
We had a great experience with DLD and love the finished project. Ours was an extensive project. We added 3 levels onto the back of our house and did some updating in the existing house. David did a great job blending new and old and creating a great house for us. The multiple sets of plans were extremely thorough and detailed, and he worked closely with us to adjust things as needed. Our personalities clicked and he was easy to work with and did a great job walking us through this type of project. His wife, Tara, also helped us with design choices [fixtures, tile, paint colors, lighting, etc.] and having both of them working together with us was ideal.
Overall, he was able to take our rambling version of what we wanted in a house and make it a reality. We had options to choose from and he was able to create a plan that was a very efficient use of space that enabled us to add an office/extra bedroom to our 2nd floor. David's advice through the process of choosing a builder was very valuable: what builders, what questions to ask, comparing bids, revising bids etc. We just felt like he was very easy to work with, inspired confidence, and was the perfect resource to help us make decisions up front and throughout the project related to changes, extra expenses, and many other decisions.
He was very accessible throughout the whole process and we always were able to speak with him with any questions. The working relationship with him was very relaxed and he was very responsive to our needs and also helped us to realize things that we may or may not want in a home design that we wouldn't have thought of on our own. His experience and skills were invaluable to us for this project.
We would definitely use David again, and would [and have] recommended him to friends. We hope to someday finish our basement or redo our kitchen and plan on using him for those projects.
< Margaret & Jesse M. >
Minneapolis
Minneapolis
Fresh Off the Farm
Hear what Wayne and Jenny learned about the impact of their project on their lives.
David was hired to design our two story addition that included mud room, kitchen, master suite and bath. He listened intently to our goals and tastes, then created a design that far exceeded our expectations. David made the selection process of various items ranging from countertops to plumbing fixtures fun given his demeanor and sixth sense for style.
After looking over the exterior design and how he matched our existing home various architectural features, it's easy to see why he has been a BLEND Award winner. Through this journey David became our trusted architect and designer and we highly recommended him.
< Wayne H. & Jenny F. >
Minneapolis
Minneapolis
Windom Craftsman
When we hired David Lund Design to design our kitchen, new bathroom and new mudroom, we weren't sure what to expect, as we had never undertaken such a large remodeling project before. We were overwhelmed with getting the layout exactly right and incorporating all the "little extras" we wanted in our dream kitchen. David took a pile of tear sheets that we'd saved, listened intently to our desires and concerns, and came back with plans that were so complete that even our contractor said they were the best he'd ever worked with.
What's more, David's suggestions for design picks completely changed the way we think about making choices for our home. He opened our eyes to options (hello, green penny tile!) that we would have never considered, and made us become better home decorators. He also retained the integrity of our nearly 100-year-old home by making countless choices that are consistent with its design period.
When the project was complete it was not only exactly what we wanted, but was also filled with details we didn't know we wanted until he put them into place.
We have a lot of envious friends!
< Kristine & Brien S. >
Minneapolis
Minneapolis
City Home
Take a minute [+ 19 secs!] to see this project up close and discover what home means to us.
David was wonderful to work with. He worked very hard to meet our tight timeline. He provided great ideas and thoughts on things we had not thought about. He listened carefully and delivered a fabulous end result.
We are so excited to watch this project take shape!
< Kate K. >
Minneapolis
Minneapolis
Brookwood Beauty
David helped us create the bright, open, modern kitchen and master we dreamed of. He was incredibly flexible with our ever changing ideas and diligent with our endless questions. David was much more than our architect. He was our sounding board and kept our decisions in check with style, schedule, and budget. David brought some key design elements to the project that we wouldn't have considered, helped us visualize, and also infused our personal design.
< Janelle V. >
Minneapolis
Minneapolis
Basement Kitchenette
David is talented designer who created a beautiful bar for my house. He is a good listener, understands the importance of budgets and brings a contemporary design aesthetic to a project.
< Paul H. >
Minneapolis
Minneapolis
Shiny Box
We really enjoyed working with David over the course of our kitchen and house remodel. He was always available to answer any questions we had during the process and he worked really well with our builder. We appreciated his ability to listen and interpret our ideas for the space and how he created a plan that fit our lifestyle of living.
We are really, really happy with the finished product and have already recommended him to friends that are starting remodeling projects of their own.
< Eric & Chelsea E. >
Minneapolis
Minneapolis
Edgewater Update
We hired David Lund Design to provide a front porch design that would fit with the 1924 style of our house and the neighborhood. We could not be happier. He listened to what we wanted, made helpful suggestions, and added his own creativity to give us a porch that looks like it was always part of the house. Many people walking by have commented on how nice the porch looks.
We would definitely hire David for other projects!
Eyes on the Street
David is excellent to work with. He listened very closely to what our desires were, added detail we never would have thought of and translated it all into our plans. David is very responsive, speaks in "layman" terms and was overall a joy to work with.
I highly recommend him and would not hesitate to make use of his services again.
< Jay S. >
Minneapolis
Minneapolis
Let There Be Light!
Gave choices within parameters of style and age of the house. Provided range of services from design to working with the builder. Creative, knowledgeable, pleasant to work with.
< Caroline B. >
Minneapolis
Minneapolis
H O M E O W N E R R E V I E W
Project Date: Winter 2015
Project Price: $50,000 - $100,000
Project Price: $50,000 - $100,000
We hired DLD to design our new kitchen/mudroom/dining space. David drew beautiful plans based on what we needed and desired - not based on trends or what he personally liked - while taking future and present financial situations into consideration. His attention to detail was exquisite, yet he never lost sight of the big picture. As evidenced by his two BLEND Awards, David is also respectful of the era of a home and neighborhood, which were very important to us. David is a consummate professional who also happens to be a very relatable human being who understands human needs and problems!
In my eyes, those qualities and experiences would be enough for him to merit a customer service award. However, in addition to that, David truly went above and beyond for our project. Although our contract with him extended only until construction began, he nevertheless was extremely responsive when our builder [and we!] needed to engage him throughout the process.
He was not just our designer; he was our advocate.
< Monica S. & Pramod K. >
Minneapolis
Minneapolis
H O M E O W N E R R E V I E W
Project Date: Fall 2012
Project Price Range: $50,000 - $100,000
Project Price Range: $50,000 - $100,000
Our house was originally built in 1911, so we were looking for someone who could design an addition that would honor and be compatible with the existing house, yet appeal to 21st century sensibilities.
David and his wife are friends of my oldest daughter. My wife and I came know him over the past ten to twelve years in connection with family visits to Minnesota and developed a strong sense that it would be easy to develop an open working partnership with him. It wasn't until my wife and I saw what he had done with his own house, however, that we began to consider asking him if he would design an addition to our house in Austin, Texas. He agreed to visit us, and spent a few days measuring, sketching, and producing a model of the new space. Then, he returned home and produced a preliminary design that we really liked. We were totally satisfied with David’s design work, particularly his understanding of space and his ability to seamlessly connect new to the old.
We found David to be creative with space and design, but also as easy to work with. He listens well, mulls things over, and then comes up with ideas that build on and advance those offered by clients. My wife and I wanted input, partly because we had taken a special interest in early 20th century home and garden design after we bought our present house almost twenty-five years ago. David’s ability to see how something will look both from the inside and outside produced a design that opens up our kitchen and den into the yard and creates a natural flow from the existing spaces into the new ones. We learned a lot from working with him and couldn't be happier with the plan he developed.
We definitely would work with him again and have recommended him to clients who have used him.
< Ted & Christine H. >
Austin, TX
Austin, TX
H O M E O W N E R R E V I E W
Project Date: Winter 2016
Project Price Range: $100,000+
Project Price Range: $100,000+
Couldn't be happier with this upper level remodel which took two small and ceiling restricted rooms and transformed them into a large master bedroom, bathroom and large walk-in closet and a nice sized second bedroom. The design experience was excellent and I felt like he took time to understand what was important to me and offered great suggestions. I hope to work with him again when I do my first floor update.
< Leisa T. >
Saint Paul
Saint Paul
H O M E O W N E R R E V I E W
Project Type: Feasibility Study
Project Date: Fall 2016
Project Price Range: $100,000+
Project Date: Fall 2016
Project Price Range: $100,000+
Working with David was a great experience. His thoughtful approach to listening to our house project ideas was greatly appreciated and resulted in a well-thought out plan that we hope will benefit our family's growing needs for storage, function, and entertaining.
He is very knowledgeable on the neighborhood's varied architecture and provided great ideas which complemented our aesthetics. David was conscientious with regard to budget and provided a range of services to choose from given our vision for our remodel project.
< David & Maura M. >
Minneapolis
Minneapolis
H O M E O W N E R R E V I E W
Project Date: May 2015
Project Price Range: $200,000+
Project Price Range: $200,000+
We worked with David to design a two-story addition to our home. His work was A+ [and we heard the same comments about his work from builders we interviewed]. David did a great job capturing our vision for the addition and putting it into incredible, detailed drawings. David was a pleasure to work with.
He was responsive, timely and comprehensive in his approach and all his work. David worked with us closely and collaboratively, and he was patient in explaining the design process to us and giving us guidance on our design options and tradeoffs.
Overall, great design product and person to work with.
< Andy M. & Katie B. >
Minneapolis
Minneapolis
H O M E O W N E R R E V I E W
Project Date: Winter 2017
Project Price Range: $50,000 - $100,000
Project Price Range: $50,000 - $100,000
David is wonderful! I can sometimes be all over the place and hard to follow, but David always knew how to take the best of my ideas and turn them into reality. He was punctual, timely, and thoughtful in our meetings, and was willing and able to communicate with me throughout the entirety of the project.
I would work with David again in a heartbeat!
< Alyza B. >
Minneapolis
Minneapolis
H O M E O W N E R R E V I E W
Project Date: Fall 2019
Project Price Range: more than $100,000
Project Price Range: more than $100,000
We had a wonderful experience with David. He was the architect our builders recommended and we couldn't be happier with our new kitchen.
We had an idea of what we wanted, but waited to show him our rough plans until after we saw his first draft as we wanted to see how he approached it. He had a few options and they both had really cool aspects. With his guidance, we went with a different approach than we would have and it made all the difference. David focused on the things we may have missed- windows lining up across spaces so light felt continuous, widening doorways to connect rooms, but still maintain separate spaces.
We LOVE our new kitchen and the space has transformed how we entertain and how our family interacts. David's work greatly improved the project and we can't recommend him enough.
He listened to what was important to us, but also brought in relevant approaches. He was super easy to work with and is prompt and responsive.
< Emily B. >
Minneapolis
Minneapolis
H O M E O W N E R R E V I E W
Project Date: Fall 2017
Project Price Range: more than $100,000
Project Price Range: more than $100,000
David designed a full house remodel for us. Our foremost concern was that our hopefully "forever" house would be beautiful. David delivered! The house has received praise and accolades from our neighbors and friends. And it was a pleasure working with David. He communicated well and listened carefully to what we needed. In particular, I appreciated that he was respectful of our budget.
While I'm sure he was working on bigger projects at the time, we always felt like we were his #1 priority and that this project was as important to him as it was to us!
< Nate B. >
Saint Louis Park
Saint Louis Park
P E E R R E V I E W
Owner, Meriwether Inc.
I’ve known David for the better part of a decade, first as colleagues and now as peers. David is the rare architect who is not only creative, but also considerate & thoughtful. He provides the highest quality of design & service to his clients and to his profession.
This quality is evident in his work and relationships. He provides wonderful results to his residential projects.
< Meriwether F. >
H O M E O W N E R R E V I E W
Project Date: Winter 2018
Project Price Range: more than $100,000
Project Price Range: more than $100,000
David was tremendous to work with during our addition/remodel project. He is an excellent listener and has great vision for making the space visually appealing and functional. He showed a high level of engagement throughout the project and was a trusted source to keep an eye on the project when we were unavailable for an extended period of time.
Our neighbors have gone out of there way to complement us on how the additional blends in with the existing character of our 1920s home. We are thrilled with how the project has turned out and would highly recommend his services to others.
< Colleen M. >
Minneapolis
Minneapolis
H O M E O W N E R R E V I E W
Project Date: Winter 2019
Project Price Range: more than $100,000
Project Price Range: more than $100,000
David is the ultimate professional and he brings a wealth of experience to the architectural and design needs of a project.
He designed a beautiful renovation to a 100-year old house that added functionality and design while preserving the unique architecture of the home's interior. He was a joy to work with and was instrumental in recommending local contractors for the job as well. I'd highly recommend working with DLD.
< Ari P. >
Saint Paul
Saint Paul
H O M E O W N E R R E V I E W
Project Date: Spring 2017
Project Price Range: more than $100,000
Project Price Range: more than $100,000
David provided design services for our home remodel of a 1919-built story and a half bungalow in southwest Minneapolis. We wanted remodeled and more functional space on the main level and more finished and functional space in the basement for our son and his friends. David brought vision we didn’t have about how we could re-purpose our home to maximize our goals within our budget.
He listened to us, got to know us and made creative design recommendations that reflect our style, such as showcasing my husband’s photography and our art, improving access to the outdoor patio, and beautifully remodeling and improving circulation of the main level. He shepherded us through the bidding process, we loved our contractor, and our contractor was very complimentary of David’s design. Our project was finished on time and on budget.
David was creative, professional, and fun to work with. We love our new space!
< Andrea B. >
Minneapolis
Minneapolis
H O M E O W N E R R E V I E W
Project Date: Fall 2016
Project Price Range: more than $100,000
Project Price Range: more than $100,000
David had great vision for making our home work better for us. We needed a new kitchen and powder room and wanted to also create a mudroom in our existing space on the main floor. We only had one full bath upstairs for a family of four. With a tiny addition onto an existing porch and a little rearranging of closets and space from the old bathroom we now have a master suite and full kids bath upstairs! David was easy to work with, listened to our ideas and budget concerns with an open mind, gave us great ideas that we hadn't thought of, and he came up with a plan that made great sense. He was a great advocate for us when a few issues came up that likely always do with this sort of project.
We love our new space and would definitely work with David again.
< Lisa S. >
Minneapolis
Minneapolis
H O M E O W N E R R E V I E W
Project Date: Spring 2018
Project Price Range: more than $100,000
Project Price Range: more than $100,000
David did a fantastic job designing a modern, historically accurate, functional and BEAUTIFUL kitchen for us. What was a dark and dated space, he magically opened up and filled with light. He listened intently to all our wants and wishes and was thoughtful with ideas and suggestions.
We look forward to working with David again as we continue to restore our 120-year-old home.
< Katie W. >
Saint Paul
Saint Paul
H O M E O W N E R R E V I E W
Project Date: April 2019
Project Price Range: $50,000 - $100,000
Project Price Range: $50,000 - $100,000
Our project turned out great!
David was able to execute a plan that met our wants and needs in a very timely fashion. Communication was easy and selection of materials and builders was coordinated smoothly. When some surprises turned up in the process of converting our old plumbing, he quickly arrived at a solution. He came up with a design that fit the style of the home but provided functional improvements
< Christy S. >
Minneapolis
Minneapolis
H O M E O W N E R R E V I E W
Project Date: Summer 2019
Project Price Range: more than $100,000
Project Price Range: more than $100,000
We hired David Lund to design an addition to our house that matched the time period for when it was built and the extra room to our family needed. He listened to our hopes and interest for details like more natural light and helped us with tile and other specifics during the build.
Friends have commented that the design looks that it is original to our 1915 and that is what we were looking for. This is now our forever home with the perfect amount of space.
We are so happy!
< Cindy G. >
Minneapolis
Minneapolis
H O M E O W N E R R E V I E W
Project Date: Winter 2013
Project Price Range: $50,000 - $100,000
Project Price Range: $50,000 - $100,000
My husband and I hired David Lund Design to remodel our home, after interviewing 3 other architects. His genuine interest in problem solving and his passion for design were impossible to ignore. We could tell that he would be great to work with. The task we gave him was very challenging. We asked David to take remodel our existing 1950's home and expand into the screened in porch and garage area. Creating a layout that flowed well and was truly functional was key for us.
David's design delivered in spades what we were hoping for. Plus, the design details that were included in the plan were unique gave the house a high-end sense of style. Our budget was small, which was another challenge. However, David was able to come up with a great plan that was within our budget.
On a personal note, he was easy to work with and seemed very invested in helping us achieve our dream.
< Kelley & Andrei C. >
Austin , TX
Austin , TX
H O M E O W N E R R E V I E W
Project Date: Fall 2015
Project Price Range: $100,000+
Project Price Range: $100,000+
David helped us create our dream kitchen while respecting our budget. He opened our eyes to new possibilities in layout that we hadn’t considered and we absolutely love our new space!
We will recommend David Lund Design to everyone we know.
< Kurt & Teresa N. >
Minneapolis
Minneapolis
P E E R R E V I E W
Owner, Sustainable Surface
The greatest part about working with David Lund Design is David's attention to detail. Of all the architects/contractors we have worked for David is top tier in understanding the process of construction. This allows for smooth progress and a finished product which exceeds expectations. I wish all builders had his full understanding of a project's scope.
From beginning to end you can feel confident the job will be done properly.
< Jonny F. >
P E E R R E V I E W
Owner, Ronel Builders
I have worked with David on several projects. His plans are creative, yet functional. He is available when there are questions or when the project requires additional detail. His plans are accurate and buildable. I enjoy working with him.
< Lang L. >
P E E R R E V I E W
Real Estate Agent, Edina Realty
Many of my clients have worked with David, and all have had wonderful experiences.
< Fritz K. >
P E E R R E V I E W
Owner, Bella Custom Homes
David produces fantastic designs and project documents. His detailing on plans and work scopes is just perfect for the projects we've worked on together. I appreciate this detail as it helps me provide our clients with very accurate budgets for their projects. He is also a very good listener both with the client and us as a general contractor. If there's an issue with a design, whether it's construction or simply a cost issue he will work with all parties to make it work.
< Jeremy P. >
H O M E O W N E R R E V I E W
Project Date: Spring 2017
Project Price Range: more than $100,000
Project Price Range: more than $100,000
David is an excellent designer who listens to his client and responds to their needs. He is a creative problem solver with a keen eye for detail. David was also able to keep the project designs in the budget range we had discussed.
< Luke E. >
Minneapolis
Minneapolis
H O M E O W N E R R E V I E W
Project Date: Winter 2015
Project Price Range: more than $100,000
Project Price Range: more than $100,000
We hired David to figure out how to update an older house with great bones to fit our growing family. David's creative and thoughtful design allowed us to add an addition to the house while maintaining the character of the 1910 built home. He has a great eye for space and function.
We are very pleased with the results and would recommend him for any project!
< Margaret T. >
Minneapolis
Minneapolis
H O M E O W N E R R E V I E W
Project Date: Summer 2016
Project Price Range: more than $100,000
Project Price Range: more than $100,000
David did an amazing job transforming our 1960's kitchen into a beautiful open floor plan! We absolutely love it and it immediately felt like home!
< Gina O. >
Edina
Edina
