We are a resource and voice for residential architecture, providing support, advocacy, and education. We address unique issues related to custom residential practice by providing an inclusive community for the exchange of ideas and resources. We provide continuing education opportunities for all aspects of residential architecture.
AIA members and architecture students are welcome to join us at any time during the year, as committee members or for specific events! Reach out to co-chairs or staff for more information.
We shape AIA Minnesota's signature public event: the Homes by Architects Tour. Held annually in late September, this two-day weekend event showcases the excellence and variety of work being done by Minnesota's residential architects. Click to learn more.
Our site tours give access and insight through exploration of in-progress projects. Those pursuing licensure may be able to get AXP credit if attending with their licensing supervisor. Our 2026 site tours are supported by an AIA CRAN grant.
A few times a year, we get together in person to connect and build community among architects, designers, and industry partners working in residential architecture.
Previously in partnership with the Minnesota Star Tribune, this program featured 12 homes each year, designed by Minnesota architects. Homes were selected by a jury for exceptional responses to homeowner needs and aspirations.
Residential Architect of Distinction Award details – March 13, 2026 deadline
Residential Emerging Architect Award details – March 2027 deadline
Residential Architect of Distinction Award Recipients
2024 Christopher Strom, AIA
2019 Jean Rehkamp Larson, AIA
2018 Eric Odor, AIA
2017 Christine Albertsson, AIA
2016 Mark Larson, AIA
2015 Dale Mulfinger, FAIA
2014 Katherine Hillbrand, AIA
2013 Rosemary McMonigal, FAIA
2012 Sarah Nettleton, FAIA
2011 Julie Snow, FAIA
2010 Tom Ellison, AIA
2009 Tim Alt, AIA
2008 Dan Nepp, AIA
2007 Tom Meyer, FAIA
2006 Kelly Davis, AIA
2005 Charles Stinson, AIA
2004 David Salmela, FAIA
Residential Emerging Architect Award Recipients
2025 Matthew Erickson, AIA, and Katie Loecken, AIA
2024 Carl Gauley, AIA
2022 Jessica Harner, AIA
2019 Bob Le Moine, AIA
2018 Jackie Millea, AIA
2017 Jody McGuire, AIA
2016 Bob Ganser, AIA
2015 Michael Roehr, AIA
2014 Christopher Strom, AIA
2013 Ben Awes, AIA
2012 Bryan Anderson, AIA
2011 Meghan Kell Cornell, AIA
2010 Christian Dean, AIA
2009 Kerrik Wessel, AIA
2008 Todd Hansen, AIA
2007 Geoffrey Warner, AIA
2006 Jean Rehkamp Larson, AIA
2005 Christine Albertsson, AIA
2004 Wynne Yelland, AIA
AIA national’s Custom Residential Architects Network (CRAN®) is the leading resource and voice for architects who focus on collaborative design with homeowners. It provides support, advocacy, and education for custom residential projects and professional development. The AIA Minnesota Residential Architecture Committee is a chapter of CRAN.
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