ABOUT THIS PROJECT

March 5, 2011 — 5:15pm

ABOUT THIS PROJECT

What: A Minneapolis bungalow remodeling that re-used existing space for a new kitchen and mudroom.

Size of the remodel: Main floor, 425 square feet; second floor, 400 square feet. Todd Hansen added 8 square feet to each floor in order to square up the rooms.

Design team: Architects Todd Hansen and Corri Sandwick, Albertsson Hansen Architecture, Mpls., www.aharchitecture.com; 612-823-0233.

Contractor: Bill Goetter, Strait Edge Co., St. Paul.

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