“Trend Setter” Leading The Way

Built 2020

5 bed · 4 bath · 3,400 FSF

Gorgeous “Pop the top” transformation. you won’t believe the before & after.

A short walk to 44TH & FRANCE, EDINA

Are You The Kind Of Person People Look Up To

Someone Your Family & Friends See As A Trend Setter

Because You Are Always On The Cutting Edge

Meet The Owner:

This was a property I, Tim Murphy, through my company GroundUp Development, LLC, purchased from Mark; a friend and wholesaler. The funny thing is… He and I were both bidding on this property when it first came to market. Being the savey real estate investor he is. Mark was able to beat me out on the initial acquisition in the open market. Funny how things work out.

Before

The Situation:

Once I realized Mark purchased this property I immedialtely reached out to him. After a good talk regarding the opportunity this location and property had to offer I asked him if we could come to terms on selling the project to me.

One thing lead to another and we were able to agree on terms that created a WIN-WIN for both of us. Mark made a quick profit and my development company GroundUp Development had another project we could do in the community we love.

I can’t help but have a smile on my face when everyone can walk away happy.

After

Now the big questions was, “What are we going to build in such a great location?”

The transformation from “Before” & “After” is why I love doing what I do at GroundUp Development.

Taking the time and care to research our neighborhood. Find out what people expect out of a $1 Million Dollar — Linden Hills home. Then deliver that… And more!

The first consideration is cost. Once we had a budget we knew would fit a buyer’s needs. Then I started working with my design team to create a product that fit today’s modern aesthetic with yesterday’s Linden Hills charm.

Take a look for yourself!!

Options:

When factoring in your budget… You need to decide on the best course of action.

With the budget we had on this project. We were left with two options.

Option 1: We work with the home “As-Is” and “Pop-The-Top!” Keeping the existing foundation and the first level framing. Adding a full second story with 4 bedrooms up, a spacious master suite and upper level laundry. A “Pop-The-Top” would allow us to provide a completely new “Open Concept” floor plan and the style of living people want in today’s new way of living.

Option 2: 100% New Construction. Tearing down the existing home and building something new from scratch. If we can… This is always the route we would choose. Because, this way, we can give you everything you want. Like: Higher ceilings, bigger foundation, the perfect floor plan and minimal restriction on design.

Problem is, new construction in Minneapolis, especially south minneapolis, is very expensive.

So, we were not able to stay in our $1 Million Dollar budget and deliver a new construction home.

Like always, our budget dictated our decision and overall build.

The Decision (and Result):

Now that we decided to do a “Pop-The-Top” we had to dream up the perfect look & feel for this home.

Based on today’s 2020 design trends we knew the modern farmhouse was going to be a hit. So, my design team and I agreed we would use the modern farmhouse concept as our influence for this new GroundUp Development model home.

When you are starting off, you need to think about functionality first. Over the years we have found 4 bedrooms up is a hard product to find. We have also come to realize having your luandry upstairs is a must. Then comes the design of a master suite that makes you excited about waking up every morning.

However, the most important room, the one we design first, is always your kitchen. Because a family’s home revolves around their kitchen. It’s the heartbeat of every dream home.

This kitchen had to be open, with a large island counter for the kids and guests. It had to have top of the line appliances. Including a gas range, farmhouse sink and trendy hood. Most of all it had to have “The Look.” You know, the kind that is hard to discribe… But you know it when you see it.

Excited about where we were going with the design of this home. We still couldn’t forget about key factors that make this million dollar home special.

Factors like its open concept floor plan we achieved by adding a gorgeous sunroom on the back of the house.

Or

The additional head room we produced by tearing out the basement floor and creating an 8 foot ceiling. Just like you would get if this was a new construction build. Except without the huge price tag.

Last, but not least, we couldn’t forget to leave our homeowner with one of the most valued assets in Minneapolis. A brand new two car garage!

This is no ordinary 2 car garage. This is a two car garage with more than enough room for both your SUV’s and still enough room for storage. Trust me when I say. This will make your neighbors jealous.

The Secret To Making It Happen:

None of this is possible without the amazing team GroundUP Development has put together for building dream homes like this home at 4105 Ewing Ave S, Minneapolis.

Everyone from our architect, designers at Ravishing rooms and most of all my good friend and general contractor Chris at EHR Construction.

Building dream homes like this one is truly a team effort.

As a Value-Driven Investor, I Tim Murphy, take immense pride in assembling a great team of people who love what they do. Because when you do your best work for the love of it and not just for money. It shows!

When you work with people you respect. It shows!

When you do the right thing.. Because it’s the right thing to do. It shows!

So, the next time you see a little old, worn out, beat up home in South Minneapolis. Remember, it’s not as easy as 1,2,3. Unless you have a TEAM, with a Value-Driven Approach, who you know, like and trust to get the job done right.

Thank You to our TEAM of Value-Driven Experts who work tirelessly on behalf of our treasured clients and their families.

Work Completed By:

GroundUp Development in partnership with EHR Construction & Ravishing Rooms