Rooted in our company values of trust, human-first mindset, integrity, and adaptability, we ensure a professionally managed experience to achieve project goals.
We partner with homeowners, builders, architects, subcontractors, and vendors to bring the design to life. Whether the project is a large scale renovation, new construction, a whole house or single room, we provide the critical details to make home uniquely you.
Each project receives a custom quote based on scope. Please inquire to begin the Discovery Phase so we can learn more about your project.
Services throughout the project include, and are not limited to:
- Buildable, Detailed Space Plans & Elevations
- Detailed Design Boards
- Finish, Fixture, and Equipment Specification,Procurement, and Installation Management
- Showroom & Job Site Visits
- Contractor, Subcontractor, and Architect Communication
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design consultation
This is the kickstart to your project! This two-hour in-home or virtual working session will provide opportunities to ask questions, confirm project scope, and explore opportunities that align with your overall goals. This consultation aligns expectations and sets the foundation for a successful project.
After the consultation Kindwell Design Co. will prepare a custom Project Proposal that details your project's scope, investment for finishes and design fees.
To make the most of our time together and set forth an impactful action plan, we request photos and any available floor plans of existing spaces prior to the Design Consultation, as well as project goals, existing pain points, mood boards or inspiration.
Project kick off
Frequently Asked Questions
Each project is custom quoted based on the scope of work with allowances for furnishings, finishes, and equipment and flat rate and hourly design fees.
To secure your project in our calendar, an executed Design Service Agreement and non-refundable retainer are required.
Kindwell Design Co. is based in the northeastern Twin Cities near White Bear Lake, and works throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. We love to work with our neighbors in Dellwood, Hugo, Grant, Mahtomedi, Marine on St. Croix, Stillwater, Lakeland, and into Hudson, Wisconsin. We are able to design throughout the United States on various scaled projects. We love to work in storied city homes, on expansive acreage, and secondary lake homes.
For projects outside of the Twin Cities of Minnesota, additional travel expenses for site visits should be expected.
Aesthetically, we define our design style as Refined Coziness. This creates that lived-in feel with soulful applications of finishes and materials. We design homes that are deeply personal and wellness-focused, tailored to the family who lives there.
Each space is designed to create comfort through character and reflect values in function. Using high-quality, sustainable materials is our standard. Whether you lean modern traditional, soulful contemporary, heartfelt mid-century, or nostalgic, your home is a reflection of you.
Large or whole-home renovations take 9-12+ months for design and build. Custom home builds take 1-3 years from architectural concepts to final installation. Smaller remodels or single rooms, such as kitchens or bathrooms, and furnishing projects take 6-9 from design through to completion.
We encourage prospective clients to begin the inquiry process at minimum 3 months prior to the hopeful project start date.
Kindwell does not manage the build directly, but we do work alongside the Builder, Architect, Subcontractors, and Vendors to ensure the design is executed efficiently. We communicate regularly at on-site meetings, via phone/email, and project management systems.
