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VMS Kaufmann House

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The VMS Kaufmann house is a renovation and addition to a 1936 International Style lake home and a designated Minneapolis Landmark. The architect worked closely with the client and the Minneapolis Heritage Preservation Council to expand the home in a manner that respects its historic character while meeting the needs of a growing family. An additional master suite, expanded living spaces and storage were massed and detailed to maintain the façade’s iconic ribbon windows.

Lars Peterssen, Peterssen/Keller Architecture, Minneapolis, Minnesota

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