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Find out more about the projects I’ve worked on or am working on. Get tips and hacks and an insider’s look into design on my somewhat monthly blog posts. I offer detailed information about both design and the building process. I sometimes provide recommendations for materials or services.

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The Return of the Pantry?
Home Remodel
July 29, 2022

Are pantries returning to American homes?

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Design to age in place
News
June 28, 2022

Want to age in place? Consider these five architectural updates.

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Nobody Wants A House With Only One Bathroom
Home Remodel
May 26, 2022

One bathroom homes just don’t sell. Does a second bathroom make sense?

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Call me Commissioner Williams
News
May 8, 2022

On January 24, 2022 I was officially sworn in to the Saint Paul Heritage Preservation Commission (HPC). Currently I am one of two architects on the Commission.

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Yeah, but how much does an ADU cost?
ADU
March 21, 2021

Thinking about building an ADU and curious about cost? Architect Guy Williams lays out what you need to know in this blog post.

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Putting my ADU money where my ADU mouth is
ADU
February 26, 2021

Build an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) in Saint Paul. Architect Guy Williams can help. Call 651-210-7042.Get answers to your Saint Paul ADU questions.

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There’s More Than One Type Of ADU
ADU
April 19, 2020

Are all ADUs the same? Not at all, explains architect Guy Williams in this blog post.

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Top 3 Reasons to Finish Your Attic
Home Remodel
August 20, 2019

Which type of attic can be made into living space? Architect Guy Williams explains in this blog post.

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Who owns the blueprints?
New Construction
August 10, 2019

You may be surprised to find out that the architect owns the blueprints even after construction is done. Why? rRad on to find out.

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Does a House Have to Have a Basement in Minnesota?
New Construction
August 7, 2019

Do all Minnesota homes have basements? Why? Read the Guy Williams Architecture blog to find out.

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