Ronel Builders, LLC

This full-home addition, designed by Joy Architecture and Interior Design in collaboration with Ronel Builders, transforms an Armatage home with a bold kitchen, moody lounge, custom mudroom, and an expansive lower level featuring a gym and golf simulator. A new upper-level teen suite completes this seamless, fully integrated architecture and interior renovation.

Originally built in 1946, this South Minneapolis home in the Armatage neighborhood underwent its first addition in the early 2000s. As the children have grown and the family hosts more gatherings and events, they needed a space that better supports great food, cocktails, music, and time together for both adults and kids. The renovation focuses on expanding the heart of the home with a much larger, more functional kitchen with a generous island, replacing the previous galley layout. Enhanced connections to the outdoors and patio create a seamless indoor-outdoor experience, perfect for summer entertaining. The bright, open kitchen and dining space are designed for both daily life and celebrations. The kitchen is anchored by a dramatic stove wall clad in handcrafted Zellige tile, adding depth and texture, while a bold chevron carbon-black accent wall enhances the overall warmth and character of the space. Just off the kitchen, a former bedroom has been transformed into a moody, elegant lounge, complete with a turntable and a custom sideboard, creating an inviting retreat for music and conversation. The renovation also includes a new mudroom, providing a practical yet stylish landing space for shoes, coats, and everyday essentials, along with a wine fridge, shelving for a coffee station, and sunny spots for the family cat, Alex. On the lower level, the home footprint was further expanded by digging out the floor to allow for higher ceilings, creating space for a gym and a state-of-the-art golf simulator. Above the new addition, a private wing was created for the family`s teenager, giving her a dedicated space of her own. Thoughtfully designed to support the family`s evolving lifestyle, this renovation blends function, style, and a welcoming atmosphere, ensuring the home remains a gathering place for years to come.