Business Details
Trusted Residential Design Services in Minneapolis
LNA Design is a residential design firm dedicated to creating thoughtfully crafted spaces throughout the Minneapolis-Saint Paul metropolitan area. With over two decades of combined experience, owners Susan Nackers Ludwig and Eric Ludwig lead a team specializing in new home designs, home additions, and interior remodels that prioritize functionality and aesthetic excellence. Our work has been recognized in national publications like Better Homes and Gardens and has earned accolades such as AIA Minneapolis Honor Awards. We approach each project with a commitment to understanding client needs while integrating sustainable design principles and regional architectural context. Our team's educational backgrounds include advanced degrees from the University of Minnesota and international study experiences in Europe and South America.We maintain active professional affiliations, including Susan's Associate membership with the American Institute of Architects. By combining technical expertise with creative problem-solving, we deliver tailored solutions that enhance our clients' living environments. Our studio operates from the historic Northrup King Building in Northeast Minneapolis, serving as a hub for collaborative design discussions. We emphasize transparent communication throughout the design process, ensuring clients remain informed and engaged from concept to completion. Our portfolio showcases diverse residential projects that reflect both modern innovations and timeless design principles.
Services
Residential Design
New Home Construction
Home Additions
Interior Remodeling
Project Management
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of residential design expertise in the Midwest
- Our team includes AIA-affiliated architects with international experience
- We deliver award-winning designs featured in national publications
- Our process emphasizes personalized client communication and collaboration
- We combine technical precision with creative, context-sensitive solutions
Associations and certifications
- American Institute of Architects (AIA)
Services
Residential Design
LNA Design creates custom residential architecture solutions tailored to client needs and site contexts. Our approach combines modern functionality with timeless aesthetics, focusing on spatial optimization and sustainable materials. We guide clients through every design phase, from initial concept sketches to construction documentation, ensuring their vision becomes reality.
Home Additions
We specialize in designing seamless home additions that enhance living spaces while maintaining architectural integrity. Our team addresses structural integration, zoning requirements, and material selection to create functional extensions that feel like original parts of the home. Each project receives personalized attention to maximize spatial efficiency.
Interior Remodeling
Our interior remodeling services focus on transforming existing spaces to meet modern living standards while respecting original architectural character. We handle complete kitchen and bathroom renovations, layout reconfigurations, and material upgrades, balancing aesthetic improvements with practical functionality to increase home value and livability.
Project Management
We provide comprehensive project management throughout the construction process, coordinating with contractors and ensuring design specifications are maintained. Our oversight includes timeline management, quality control, and budget monitoring to guarantee successful project delivery while maintaining design integrity and client communication.
New Home Construction
We design bespoke new homes tailored to client lifestyles and environmental contexts. Our process includes site analysis, floor plan optimization, and material selection to create energy-efficient, aesthetically cohesive residences. We focus on creating spaces that balance innovative design with practical living requirements for long-term satisfaction.
People
Susan Nackers Ludwig
Co-Owner
With over 20 years of residential design experience, Susan holds a Master of Architecture from the University of Minnesota and is an Associate AIA member. Her work has appeared in Better Homes and Gardens and Not So Big House publications.
Eric Ludwig
Co-Owner
Eric brings 15+ years of residential design expertise, including AIA award-winning projects. He holds a Master of Architecture from the University of Minnesota and has studied in Spain, Portugal, and Italy.
Andy Campbell
Project Manager
Andy contributes diverse design experience from commercial and residential projects. He earned his Master of Architecture degree from the University of Minnesota and brings technical expertise to the LNA team.
Questions
What residential design services does LNA Design offer?
We specialize in custom home designs, additions, interior remodels, and project management for residential properties in the Twin Cities area.
How experienced is LNA Design's team?
Our owners have over 35 combined years of residential design experience, with professional backgrounds at award-winning architecture firms and publications in national design media.
Where is LNA Design located?
Our studio operates from Suite 422 in the historic Northrup King Building, 1500 Northeast Jackson Street, Minneapolis, MN 55413.
What makes LNA Design different from other firms?
We combine technical architectural expertise with personalized service, international design perspectives, and deep regional knowledge of Twin Cities residential markets.
