by alex on January 6, 2012
Here are some photos, one before and the rest more recent, of our cottage project on the St. Croix. Due to Town of Troy, St. Croix County and DNR regulations and the proximity of the site to the River, we cannot increase the height or footprint of the structure.
Notable features include:
Geothermal heat with radiant raupanels with hot-water tubing beneath the skip-sawn white oak flooring. We also used closed-cell spray foam insulation, for its very high value per inch. We created a loft area for the four children who will call this their summer home. It will be accessed via a ships ladder, and although it only has 5’2″ of head-room, I know it will be a big hit. As soon as we obtain the needed permits, we will re-construct the cedar deck and limestone retaining walls, which had deteriorated. There will also be limestone accents on the entry columns, etc.
A before picture of the existing structure
An shot of the remodel in progress
The back of the home
In-floor heating
The upstairs distressed wood floor
The wood floor upstairs all finished
The children’s loft
by alex on December 19, 2011
Landsted is currently renovating a cottage on a beautiful St. Croix River lot in Hudson, WI. Due to stringent regulations, the work must be completed within the existing building envelope. Earth tone finishes are being utilized to minimize the view of the structure from the river. The home features geothermal heat, heated floors, closed-cell foam insulation, a sauna, two fireplaces, a large sleeping loft, and a huge deck overlooking the river.
A view from the river of the existing home structure
A wrap around deck will go all around the home and be great for river views
The added upper level, 2 sided fireplace will keep the home warm and cozy
The newly polished cement floor on the lower level, also with a fireplace
A view of the St Croix River from the lot
by alex on November 1, 2011
The Landsted team designed and built this 3 bedroom wooded hill-top retreat in Indigo Ponds in Hudson, WI. It sits on a 2+ acre lot with easy access to private trails, a lake and nature preserve. The spacious kitchen has stainless steel appliances, 3/4 inch tongue and groove white oak flooring, alder millwork and cabinetry, a granite island with storage below, and hand blown custom pendant lights by casanova glass, truly making the kitchen a one of a kind. 
This home features a large screened porch, deck, and great-room with a wall of windows overlooking the woods and ponds. The entertainment center, built in bookshelves and stone gas fireplace, make this room a great place for gathering. 
Mark and Karin Erickson with the new home owners Steve Mitchell and Susan Baustian-Mitchell.
The owners suite includes a huge walk in closet, luxury bathroom with custom tile work, walk in shower, whirlpool tub, dual vanities and heated floors. The main floor office study nook with a built in desk and storage is a great place to catch up on paperwork. Geothermal heating really makes the home cozy, and energy efficient.
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by alex on October 28, 2011
We have moved! Our Landsted office was located in downtown Hudson, up until this past spring. We moved to new a space in uptown Hudson that is more spacious, and more accessible. Take a look at the article that The Hudson Star Observer wrote up! Please stop by, see our new office and say hello! We are located at 900 Crestview Drive, Suite 110.
the new Landsted office building!
mark talks with a client in the new space
by alex on October 27, 2011
Do you already own a lot? Landsted can custom build your dream-home! Are you interested in building a custom home on your own lot? Landsted not only builds in our fine communities around the Hudson, Wisconsin area, but would be happy to draw up a custom home plan for your lot and build your new home, as long as your lot is within range of our Hudson, Wisconsin office. One great thing about working with Landsted is that we are user friendly…we are your one-stop-shop for the design, construction, interior design and follow-up for your new home. We worry about the details, and make the process painless for you! Contact us for a no-obligation site-visit. We’d be happy to offer suggestions on home placement, etc. in return for getting to meet you and find out about your new home ideas.
by alex on October 27, 2011
Here is an update on Landsted’s custom built cottage in the woods in Hudson, WI! It is low maintenance, economical to heat, and makes the most of the hilltop setting. We have designed several variations on this concept to appeal to the young family and empty nester alike!
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