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PRIVATE RESIDENCE - St. Paul, MN, 2003 Located in the historic architectural center near Summit Avenue in the heart of ST. Paul. The site of this private residence was a challenging narrow, and steep lot inspiring a home that rises incrementally with 4 levels connected by elevator, stair and an open atrium. At the top one can look out across the Mississippi river valley or down into the levels below. The design takes advantage of modular thermal and structural systems employing insulated concrete forms (ICF) on exterior walls, a SIP panel roof system resting on exposed prefabricated steel scissor trusses. This system of construction allowed for faster and cost effective construction appropriate for the Northern cold climate. The home has a contemporary, elegant and spatial feel on the inside while maintaining a modern presence within a historic architectural context. |
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