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Top-Rated Architects in Long Lake - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Emerald Remodeling
Emerald Remodeling
4.9(
26
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Designer - Building

Serving Long Lake, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"From dream to reality we felt we had the best possible outcome every step of the way. We had a 96 ft concessions business custom built from scratch at the state fair so expectations are high. Emerald Builders overachieved everyoneâ s expectations. I would highly recommend putting your trust in Emerald builders."
Modern Kitchen
New Kitchen
Response time11 hrs
Response rate94%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Michael Kloti, Inc.
4.6(
14
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Draftsperson/CADDDesigner - Building

Serving Long Lake, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Mike did a great job listening to what we needed for a "small but mighty" mudroom addition and came up with multiple designs that were better than we thought possible for the limited space. His turnaround time and communication are excellent."
New Home - Edina, MN
New Home - Edina, MN
New Home - Edina, MN
New Home - Edina, MN
Addition - Minnetonka, MN

+3

Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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Mainly Details Architectural Design, PLLC
5.0(
4
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ArchitectArchitect - For Business

Serving Long Lake, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"My experience with them was outstanding, the details were excellent, they turned around the project in a short amount of time, I have nothing but a graceful experience, one of the best experience I ever had."
Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Evolution Drafting
3.7(
127
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Draftsperson/CADDArchitectDesigner - Building+1 more

Serving Long Lake, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired them to create plans for an apartment building. The process was quick and painless. Cost was good. The plans are full complete abd ready to take to builders for quotes. I will definitly use them again."
Zeal Floor Plan
Charcoal
Palm Floor Plan
Charcoal Floor 2
Charcoal Floor 1

+23

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
75 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Better Yards & Gardens
4.8(
207
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Architect - LandscapeArchitect - Landscape - For Business

Serving Long Lake, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Jessica and team did a great job on designing and installing landscaping for our entire yard in August 2020. The team was very professional: they were timely, listened to our input and completed the entire project on time and on budget. Would highly recommend this company and wouldn't hesitate to refer them to family, neighbors and friends. Kyle and Pam Rulau"
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+11

7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Criteria Architects, Inc.
5.0(
3
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Architect

Serving Long Lake, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1974

Customers say: Quick response

"They have been in business for over 40 years. They are unbelievable to work with. They are amazing and have expertise and experience. Their depth of experience and their "freshness" in ideas is beyond belief. They are always on time. I twas our honor to be able to have them build our house.They build your vision with care and quality."
Before and After
New Home Construction
New Construction
Beautiful Lake Home
New Build

+4

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Architects FAQs, answered by experts

Structural engineers draw structural plans, which include detailed drawings of the structural components of a home only. Complete house plans will require additional work from an architect or draftsperson, whose drawings will take the structural drawings into account. They’ll also include more details about the finishing materials and layout of a home, including everything from roofing and flooring materials to the position of furniture, light fixtures, switches, and plumbing fixtures.

It can take anywhere from a few days to several months to draw up architectural plans, depending on the complexity of your project. Architectural plans are highly detailed documents that take time to complete, and any changes or alterations can significantly extend how long they take.

In most cases, you should get an architect before you hire a builder. An architect will be the one to draw up formal plans for your project, including guidelines and even material lists for your builder to follow during construction. Many architects can even help you find builders, choose one for your project, and negotiate prices. Some are also willing to act as project managers throughout the process, working closely with a builder from start to finish.

The primary reason homes have crawl spaces is so the foundation can reach down below the frost line to avoid dangerous soil movement and structural damage when the ground freezes. They’re more popular in colder climates where the ground freezes down to a few feet, and slabs are most popular in warmer areas where there is no frost line. Crawl spaces also provide a space for utility lines to run where they’re at less of a risk of freezing.

With proper training and experience, reading blueprints is fairly straightforward and not very difficult. If you don’t have the necessary knowledge to interpret the symbols, abbreviations, and other notations used, blueprints may not make sense. Learning to read blueprints can help you understand the construction process and keep you more involved and informed when you’re building a house.

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