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Charles R. Stinson Architects Featured in North Magazine

A Charles R. Stinson Architecture + Design home featured in North Magazine 2026 "Modern Lines, Northern Roots"

Charles R. Stinson Architects featured in the latest issue of North Magazine—the Lake Hubert Residence. Read more about the design project below.

LAKE HUBERT PROJECT CREDITS

ARCHITECT
Charles R. Stinson, AIA, Allied ASID
Ben Bower, Charles R. Stinson Architecture+Design

INTERIOR DESIGN
Kim Streeter, Charles R. Stinson Architecture+Design
Aysan Vatini, Charles R. Stinson Architecture+Design

BUILDER
Near Streeter Custom Builder

PHOTOGRAPHY
Spacecrafting

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Nor-Son Custom Builders Renovate a Classic Charles Stinson Marvel — Artful Living

An Artful Living feature on a renovation project designed by Charles R. Stinson and built by Nor-Son Custom Builders

“Do your thing, Charles.” Ten years after moving into a Charles R. Stinson home—originally built in 1993—the homeowners knew who to call when it came time for some personal, modern renovations. Read more about our renewal project in the latest issue of @ArtfulLiving—on stands now and available online at artfuliving.com

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Charles Stinson Designs a Sonoran Desert Midcentury Beauty — Artful Living

"In the Sonoran Desert, architecture becomes more than just design; it becomes a conversation with the elements. For architect Charles Stinson, this environment isn’t a challenge to conquer but a partner to embrace."

—ARTFUL LIVING


Read how we embrace the unique challenges of home design in the heat of the desert for our project
PINNACLE MODERN in the latest issue of Artful Living.

 
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Winter Park Modern featured in Artful Living

“The artful composition of vertical and horizontal planes is Charles Stinson’s calling card. But the award-winning architect’s latest project also takes a different shape: a full circle. When a Florida couple tapped him to design their home in historic Winter Park, Stinson was eager to revisit some history for himself. ‘I started my career in Florida,’ he says, which may be a surprise since he’s so prominently known for his work along the water in Minnesota.”

Read more about the design process and see more photos of our Florida project WINTER PARK MODERN in Artful Living.

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Winter Park Modern featured in Florida Design

“The first time Charles visited the site, within minutes, he had climbed up on the second-story roof of the existing home to get a sense for sightlines,” notes the owner. “We could immediately see an artist at work—his mind already spinning with concepts to incorporate the home into the surroundings and take advantage of its unique location.”

With duel waterfront views and expansive floor-to-ceiling windows, read more about WINTER PARK MODERN in Florida Design.

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Spring Lake Modern in the latest issue of Midwest Home

"As you walk through the house from one end to the other, you see water the entire way, even though you’re going around angles and corners."

 —CHARLES R. STINSON

Read about our latest project SPRING LAKE MODERN in the new issues of Midwest Home or Michigan Blue Magazine.

The challenge of this irregularly shaped property on the shores of Spring Lake, Michigan gave way to a triumph in sweeping lake views. Every room has two views of the water throughout the entire home. SEE MORE

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Interview: Architectural Hand Drawing is a Timeless Art

Hand drawing of architecture sketch by Charles R. Stinson

“I love to draw. I’m addicted to it,” he says. “It brings the project to life. Tracing paper, colored pencils, and ink are such incredible tools.” Read Charles’ interview with Midwest Home about the art of his hand drawn architectural designs.

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Coursey Graves Featured in Artful Living

A warm modern winery and residence, surrounded by vineyards and trees

“Impressionist painters, like Monet, focused on the light and color of the outdoors to capture its variations throughout the day; Stinson’s architectural approach does the same.” Read the feature from Artful Living on the COURSEY GRAVES project—a 40-acre winery and residence situated in the breathtaking  hills of Sonoma County, California.

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City Lifestyle Feature: Exploring Charles Stinson’s architectural artistry on Lake Minnetonka

Two modern chairs sat in front of an outdoor fireplace, overlooking an infinity pool and lake.

“Acclaimed architect Charles Stinson has designed projects all over the country and abroad, yet Minnesota remains close to his heart, especially with his roots growing up in Red Wing, MN. ‘There is something about the whole culture here. I love the variety of the seasons. All of it. The snow, the rain, the longer days and shorter days. I even enjoy the cloudy days. People just feel more connected to nature here. I’ve seen and lived in other places, but they don’t hold me like Minnesota does.’”

Read the feature on Charles’ artistic process at citylifestyle.com.  

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Prince Harry and Megan Markle Vacation in a Charles R. Stinson Home

The Charles R. Stinson home Harry and Megan stayed in on Holiday in Costa Rica

Fun news: Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have recently spent their holiday in one of our homes! They stayed in one of the four Charles R. Stinson Pacific Ocean View Homes built in Montebello, Playa Hermosa, Costa Rica.

Nestled in the Costa Rican hillside and surrounded by lush tropical greenery, this residence is serene and private—a perfect space to relax and recharge. See more project photos at isleblue.co—where you can also book a royal retreat at the Charles R. Stinson designed villa.

And take a look at the article in French or the English translation.

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See our latest project "Lafayette Bay" at the 2023 Artisan Home Tour

A photo of a warm modern home on a lake in Minnesota by Charles R. Stinson Architecture + Design

Please join us at the 2023 Fall Artisan Home Tour to see our latest project: Lafayette Bay.

Nestled along the shores of Lafayette Bay on Lake Minnetonka, this stunning residence captures the essence of modern lakeside living. Floor-to-ceiling windows bathe the interiors with natural light and breathtaking views of the lake. A cantilevered deck overlooks the luxurious pool and hot tub, while an outdoor kitchen, conveniently located near the main kitchen and sunroom, creates the perfect setting for al fresco dining and entertaining. 

ARTISAN HOME FALL TOURS

Tickets and Shuttle Information

LAFAYETTE BAY

Lafayette Bay is home #5 on the tour. The home is accessible by shuttle.

DATES

October 6 - 22, 2023Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays 12 – 6 PM

TICKETS

Individual ticket options can be found on 

artisanhometour.org

.Shuttle access-only directions can be found 

here

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PROJECT CREDITS

Architect: Charles R. Stinson Architecture + DesignInteriors: Kim Streeter, Charles R. Stinson Architecture + DesignBuilder: Jyland HomesLandscape Architecture: Urban Ecosystems

An image of Lafayette Bay Warm Modern Home Design Concept

A rendering of a warm modern lake home designed by Charles R. Stinson Architecture + Design

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Two Awards for the 2023 Mpls St. Paul Magazine Rave Awards

Thank you to Mpls St. Paul Magazine for honoring our Pinnacle Modern and Lakeside Gazebo projects at the 2023 Rave Awards. Take a look at a few photos from each project below.

PINNACLE MODERN

New Home, More Than 5,500 Square Feet

Runner-Up

Design: Charles R. Stinson Architecture + Design

Interiors: David Michael Miller Interiors

Landscape Design: Leslie Fahringer, American Desert Landscape

Builder: Manship Builders

Photos: Corey Gaffer @gafferphoto

A photo of a warm modern home in the desert at dusk, designed by architecture firm Charles R. Stinson Architecture and Design
A photo of a warm modern home with an infinity pool, a mini golf green, and indoor-outdoor living spaces designed by architecture firm Charles R. Stinson Architecture and Design
A photo of a desert garden patio and backyard landscape at a Charles R. Stinson designed home near Pinnacle Peak, Arizona
A photo of a warm modern kitchen with warm wood and natural white tones, designed by Charles R. Stinson Architecture + Design

LAKESIDE SAUNA GAZEBO

Remodel or New Outbuilding, Less Than 800 Square Feet

Runner-Up

Design: Charles R. Stinson Architecture + Design

Interiors: CRS Interiors

Builder: Outdoor Excapes

Photos: Corey Gaffer @gafferphoto

An image of the 2023 Rave Award Winner Charles R. Stinson Architecture + Design for their Lakeside Sauna Gazebo project
A photo of a warm modern lakeside sauna gazebo designed in Minnesota by Charles R. Stinson Architecture + Design
A photo of a warm modern gazebo rooftop with a TV, fire pit, and lounge space designed by Charles R. Stinson Architecture + Design
A photo of a warm modern wood sauna designed by Charles R. Stinson Architecture + Design
A photo of an outdoor patio space built into a warm modern lakeside gazebo sauna, designed by Charles R. Stinson Architecture + Design
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