Hagstrom Builder

Hagstrom Builder We are a full-service custom home builder and remodeler serving Minnesota, Wisconsin and Florida.

Whether you are remodeling your historic home, renovating a condo, or finally building your dream home after years of anticipation, Hagstrom Builder will walk with you every step of the way.

Saturday project spotlight: Urban Lake Cottage.Set along White Bear Lake in Mahtomedi, this home was designed for family...
09/05/2026

Saturday project spotlight: Urban Lake Cottage.

Set along White Bear Lake in Mahtomedi, this home was designed for family life at the lake — with open views, durable finishes, cozy textures, and an easy connection between indoor and outdoor living.

It is polished, practical, and full of the kind of warmth that makes a lakeside home feel lived-in and loved.

A little Saturday appreciation for a project that balances timeless charm with real family life.

Architect: Charlie & Co. Design
Interior Design: Designs by Martina
Photography: Gaffer Photography

One thing we love: when a home knows where it is.Some homes feel like they belong exactly where they were built — shaped...
09/04/2026

One thing we love: when a home knows where it is.

Some homes feel like they belong exactly where they were built — shaped by the land, the light, the views, and the way the family wants to live there.

That kind of connection does not happen by accident. It comes from thoughtful planning, strong collaboration, and paying attention to the details that make a home feel rooted in its setting.

A little Friday appreciation for homes that feel right where they are.

WIP Wednesday: sauna edition.The cedar is in, the benches are taking shape, and this little retreat is getting closer to...
09/02/2026

WIP Wednesday: sauna edition.

The cedar is in, the benches are taking shape, and this little retreat is getting closer to finished.

It is always fun seeing these more personal spaces come together — the kind of details that make a custom home feel thoughtful, restorative, and built around the way a family actually lives.

Transformation Tuesday: the art of knowing what to keep.The Asa Parker House had already been standing for more than 160...
09/02/2026

Transformation Tuesday: the art of knowing what to keep.

The Asa Parker House had already been standing for more than 160 years, so this renovation was never about starting over. It was about honoring the home’s Greek Revival character, preserving what made it special, and thoughtfully updating it for modern family life.

Original materials were reused wherever possible, while new architectural elements were designed to feel seamless with the home’s history.

A transformation rooted in restraint, craftsmanship, and respect for the story already there.

Architect: EJ Hansen
Photography: Joe Michl Studio

Every custom home starts with better questions.Not just what should it look like?But how will this family live here? Whe...
09/01/2026

Every custom home starts with better questions.

Not just what should it look like?
But how will this family live here? Where will they gather? What needs to work hard every day? What should feel peaceful, practical, beautiful, or lasting?

Those early questions shape everything that follows — the layout, the materials, the details, and the way a home feels long after it is finished.

That is the work behind a home built with intention.

From the archives, but still so good.The best homes have details that keep holding up — not because they were designed t...
08/31/2026

From the archives, but still so good.

The best homes have details that keep holding up — not because they were designed to follow a trend, but because they were designed with care, purpose, and a deep understanding of how the space would be lived in.

A little Sunday appreciation for the kind of design that lasts.

Behind the Build: the decisions you do not always see.Long before a space is finished, there are countless conversations...
08/29/2026

Behind the Build: the decisions you do not always see.

Long before a space is finished, there are countless conversations shaping how it will work, feel, and live.

Where the light comes in. How the rooms connect. What needs to be durable. What needs to feel special. What will make daily life easier years from now.

Those behind-the-scenes decisions are where custom building really starts.

Friday Feature: character is in the details.The best homes have a point of view.Sometimes it is a bold roofline, a quiet...
08/28/2026

Friday Feature: character is in the details.

The best homes have a point of view.

Sometimes it is a bold roofline, a quiet material choice, a window placed just right, or a detail that feels personal to the family who lives there.

Those are the choices that give a home its character — not just making it beautiful, but making it feel like it could only belong to the people it was built for.

Architect: .arch
Photography:

National Dog Day, custom home edition.A built-in kennel and dog shower are the kind of details that make everyday life e...
08/26/2026

National Dog Day, custom home edition.

A built-in kennel and dog shower are the kind of details that make everyday life easier — practical, beautiful, and designed with the whole family in mind.

Because custom means creating a home that works for the way people really live… muddy paws and all.

Architect:
Photography:

Transformation Tuesday: Adaptive Elegance.This Afton remodel is a beautiful reminder that accessibility and thoughtful d...
08/26/2026

Transformation Tuesday: Adaptive Elegance.

This Afton remodel is a beautiful reminder that accessibility and thoughtful design can go hand in hand.

With a new elevator, open circulation pathways, accessible fixtures, and improved access to the outdoor pool area, this home was transformed to better support everyday living without sacrificing warmth, comfort, or style.

A refined remodel designed for long-term livability — and proof that a home can be both highly functional and beautifully personal.

Interior Design: Eminent Interior Design
Photography: Scott Amundson Photography

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3511 Lake Elmo Avenue N
Lake Elmo, MN
55042

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm

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+16517778563

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