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Modern home at dusk with glowing windows and a covered front porch by Sustainable 9 Design+Build

Gateway Park Residence

Located in the heart of Saint Paul’s new Highland Bridge development, this custom home seamlessly blends clean, modern architecture with the warmth of natural materials. Expansive walls of glass capture sweeping views of the Mississippi River Valley, flooding the interior with natural light throughout the day.

Status: Completed
Beds: 4
Baths: 4
Garage Stalls: 2
SQFT: 4357
Location: Highland Bridge Development, St. Paul
Modern custom home at dusk with charred wood siding and plaster entry by Sustainable 9 Design+Build
Modern home exterior with cantilevered plaster porch and thermally modified wood siding

Behind The Design

The homeowners were looking for a minimalist-style home that prioritized sustainability and functionality, while ensuring the space is family-oriented and comfortable.

They desired a home that maximized natural light and its views of the river bluff while also offering a private courtyard for relaxation and entertaining.

Modern kitchen with oak island and open staircase beside glass doors to the courtyard
Modern kitchen with oak and white cabinetry, stone backsplash, and island seating for four
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Kitchen island beside oak sliding doors to the courtyard and a dining area with tree views
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Kitchen view through oak sliding doors to a modern courtyard
Golden dog relaxing in a sunlit modern courtyard with water feature
Sunlit modern courtyard with teak armchairs and plaster wall
Galley pantry with gray cabinetry and stone counters opening to the living room
Sunlit dining area with oak table, abstract art, and picture windows to the parkway
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Modern dining room with oak table and abstract art in a Twin Cities home
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Modern living room with oak fireplace wall by Sustainable 9 Design+Build
Modern reading room with swivel chairs and courtyard glass wall
Lounge area near modern courtyard beside floor-to-ceiling glass
Golden dog on a mustard rug in a modern lounge room
Oak kitchen island with upholstered counter stools and glass oak staircase

Minimalism

This custom home unites clean, modern architecture with the warmth and richness of natural materials.

Expansive walls of glass frame sweeping views of the Mississippi River bluff, drawing in natural light and creating a seamless connection between indoors and out.

Sunlit upper hallway lined with oak-framed floor-to-ceiling windows
Wet bar with dark oak cabinetry, stone backsplash, floating shelves, and beverage fridge
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Bright bedroom with large abstract art from the Kickernick Gallery, swivel chair, and oak-framed windows to mature trees
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Bright bedroom with swivel chair and oak-framed windows to mature trees by Sustainable 9 Design+Build
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Primary bedroom with oak panel wall, platform bed, and view into the ensuite bath
Floating oak double vanity with stone tile wall and backlit mirrors
Walk-in shower with stone tile walls and a window framing treetops
Primary bath with walk-in glass shower, floating oak vanity, and stone tile walls
Built-in wardrobe with oak bench niche beside the ensuite bath
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Upper hallway with window wall overlooking a rooftop terrace and treetops
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Overhead view of modern courtyard with teak chairs and native plantings
Wood-lined sauna with dark tile shower and pebble stone floor
Hallway with large abstract painting from the Kickernick Gallery and flat-panel built-in storage
Home office with picture window overlooking open green space and floating shelves
Home office and reading nook with colorful abstract art, oak desk, and striped rug
Overhead view of an oak staircase with glass railing and wood handrail
Close-up of oak stair treads and stringer with frameless glass railing
Modern entry with courtyard window, oak staircase, and stone island
Oak-framed entry window overlooking a modern interior courtyard
Modern powder room with integrated stone sink, wall-mounted faucet, and textured tile
Wall-mounted brushed faucet above an integrated stone sink and sculpted tile wall
Built-in bench and drawers beneath oak-framed windows with city views by Sustainable 9 Design+Build
Oak built-in cabinet wall with a pocket door revealing a custom dog nook
Oak-paneled stair with glass railing beside an upholstered bench and abstract art from the Kickernick Gallery
Home gym with slatted oak walls, treadmill, and full mirror wall
Aerial view of modern flat-roof home with rooftop terrace and courtyard
Modern custom home with dark wood facade framed by prairie grasses
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Aerial night view of rooftop terrace with lounge seating and hot tub around a courtyard
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Modern luxury home at sunset in a Twin Cities sustainable neighborhood

Energy Efficient Features

We have a passion for creating modern homes that not only look stunning but are environmentally-friendly to help reduce your home’s carbon footprint.

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Certifications

Energy Star
EPA Indoor AirPlus
DOE Zero Energy Ready Home

The Numbers

Air Leakage: 0.60 ACH50
HERS Score: 16

Cost + Savings

Annual Savings: $7,020

Tactics + Methods Used

2" ECI continuous insulation (graphite EPS rigid foam)
Stego commercial-grade vapor and soil-gas barrier
High-efficiency heat pump HVAC with gas backup
Full-home battery backup with SPAN smart panel
Delta Millworks thermally modified wood siding
Energy Recovery Ventilator (ERV)
HempWool Insulation
Radiant in-floor heat
Triple pane windows
Residential elevator
LED Lighting

Details and People Behind the Project

Builder: Sustainable 9
Architectural Design: Strand Design
Interior Design: Sustainable 9
Featured Products: H Window Company, Quaker Windows & Doors, Delta Millworks
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