Business Details
33 Years
experience
Your Trusted Residential Architects in Twin Cities, MN
Habitat Architecture has been serving communities for over three decades, specializing in residential design and remodeling projects across Minnesota. Our approach combines timeless architectural principles with sensitivity to environmental context and contemporary lifestyles. We prioritize active listening to understand client visions, ensuring each project reflects individual needs while maintaining architectural integrity. With expertise in sustainable design, we are certified by NCARB and LEED, demonstrating our commitment to environmental responsibility.Our founder, Hamid Kashani, brings decades of experience from commercial to residential projects, offering direct involvement in every design and construction phase. This hands-on approach, paired with a portfolio showcasing diverse styles and scales, has earned us recognition as the premier residential architecture firm in the Twin Cities. Our work consistently balances beauty, functionality, and site integration, creating spaces that harmonize with their surroundings while maximizing client investment returns.
Services
Residential Design
Home Remodeling
Sustainable Architecture
Custom Homes
Commercial Projects
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of specialized residential design experience
- Our team includes LEED-certified architects committed to sustainability
- Direct involvement from founder Hamid Kashani in every project
- Proven process for aligning designs with client budgets and needs
- Award-winning portfolio showcasing diverse architectural styles
Associations and certifications
- LEED
- NCARB
What people say
Beautiful and functional
Exceeded expectations
Seamless integration
Joy to gather
Creative solutions
Services
Residential Design
Our residential design service creates custom homes that balance aesthetic appeal with functional efficiency. We employ timeless design principles while incorporating modern sustainability practices and site-specific considerations. Each project begins with in-depth client consultations to understand lifestyle needs and budget parameters. Our LEED-certified architects deliver plans that maximize natural light, optimize space flow, and integrate buildings harmoniously with their surroundings.
Home Remodeling
Specializing in whole-house and partial renovations, we transform existing spaces while maintaining architectural integrity. Our process addresses structural improvements, modern functionality upgrades, and aesthetic enhancements. We help clients navigate zoning regulations and material selections to achieve cost-effective, sustainable solutions. Recent projects demonstrate our ability to blend historic elements with contemporary comforts seamlessly.
Sustainable Architecture
Our sustainable architecture service incorporates energy-efficient systems and eco-friendly materials throughout the design process. We apply LEED certification standards to create environmentally responsible buildings that reduce operational costs. This includes passive solar design, rainwater management systems, and locally sourced material specifications. Our approach ensures environmental responsibility without compromising aesthetic quality or functional performance.
Custom Homes
We design bespoke custom homes tailored to individual client preferences and site conditions. Our services cover everything from initial concept development to construction documentation. Each home integrates unique architectural styles while prioritizing long-term value and energy efficiency. We work closely with builders to ensure design intent is maintained throughout the construction process, delivering distinctive residences that exceed expectations.
Commercial Projects
Our commercial architecture services include office buildings, multi-family residential developments, and tenant improvements. We create functional spaces that reflect brand identity while meeting practical requirements. The team addresses zoning compliance, accessibility standards, and sustainable design elements. Recent projects demonstrate our ability to transform commercial spaces into efficient, aesthetically pleasing environments that enhance user experience.
People
Hamid M. Kashani
Founder Principal Architect
Licensed architect in Minnesota and Wisconsin with NCARB certification, Hamid brings 30+ years of experience in residential and commercial design. His LEED certification reflects commitment to sustainable practices. Educated at University of Minnesota under modernist architect Ralph Rapson, he founded Habitat Architecture to promote architect-driven residential projects.
Questions
What architectural services do you specialize in?
We specialize in residential design and remodeling, sustainable architecture, custom home building, and light commercial projects across Minnesota.
How do you approach the design process?
We begin with detailed client consultations to understand needs and budget, followed by concept development, material selection, and construction documentation with ongoing project oversight.
Are you experienced in sustainable design?
Yes, our team includes LEED-certified architects who incorporate energy-efficient systems and eco-friendly materials in every project.
Do you work on historic home renovations?
Yes, we specialize in blending modern functionality with historic elements while maintaining architectural integrity during remodeling projects.
How long have you been in business?
We've been serving Minnesota communities for over 30 years, with founder Hamid Kashani practicing architecture since the 1980s.
