May, 2010
Awad + Koontz named to
Remodeling Magazine's
Big50 Class of 2010
The Big50 comprise individuals whose exemplary business practices, unique design sensibilities, and exceptional management skills elevate them above their peers. full story
September, 2009
Awad + Koontz featured in October/November 2009 issue of Remodel™—A Better Homes and Gardens Special Interest Publication
Awad + Koontz home featured in 2009 Parade of Homes Remodelers Showcase.
July, 2009
Awad + Koontz winners of
Builders Association of the Twin Cities ROMA Awards 2009
Kitchens 150-300 Square Feet
The Remodeler of Merit Awards honor our remodeler members for quality and value in remodeling projects that range from baths and kitchens, to additions and whole house remodels. full story
April, 2009
Not So Big Remodeling by Sarah Susanka
"Sarah was my first teacher in architecture school and has remained a big influence on my work." - Ali Awad full story
February, 2009
Awad + Koontz architect Ali Awad quoted in
Money Magazine
Architectural salvage shops offer great deals on unique, high-quality furnishings - if you know how to tell the treasures from the trash. full story
December, 2008
Awad + Koontz receive honorable mention
2008 NARI MN COTY Awards
Residential Kitchen $75,001-$90,000
The 2008 awards were hosted by NARI of Minnesota. The event was emceed by Twin Cities personality and Master Gardner Rebecca Kolls, publisher of Seasons of Rebecca magazine. full story
September, 2008
Awad + Koontz home featured in 2008 AIA Homes by Architects Tour.
April, 2008
Awad + Koontz winners of
Builders Association of the Twin Cities ROMA Awards 2008
Additions over 800 Square Feet
The Builders Association of the Twin Cities Remodelers, a council of the Builders Association of the Twin Cities (BATC), is proud to announce the winners of their 27th Annual Remodeler of Merit Awards (ROMA). The winners received their awards at a banquet held at the Metropolitan Ballroom on Tuesday, April 15, 2008. full story
March, 2008
Ali Awad of Awad + Koontz featured in Midwest Home Magazine architecture issue.
Simply, the owners of this home needed more space. They needed to either expand, or move to a bigger house has their family grew. Any expansion of the home would have to compliment the character of the existing home and respect the scale of the neighborhood. As Ali Awad added space to their house, he was able to re-think how the family would move through their house. full story
February, 2008
Awad + Koontz remodel featured in Minneapolis St. Paul Magazine.
The goal for this South Minneapolis remodel was clear; A family with three young children, a stay-at-home mom, and a work-from-home dad needed to make life easier and more functional. full story
October, 2007
Awad + Koontz home featured in 2007 Parade of Homes Remodelor's Showcase.
October, 2006
Ali Awad of Awad + Koontz featured on KARE 11 News.
The Wall Street Journal says a national reduction in housing starts means contractors are making themselves available for remodeling projects. The Journal says that same reduction in housing starts means the demand for lumber isn't as high, which suggests remodeling materials costs should ameliorate. full story
Awad + Koontz showing two homes in the Parade of Homes Remodelor's Showcase.
February, 2006
Awad + Koontz renovation featured in the Minneapolis StarTribune
After a first-time home buyer yearned for more light in his 1960s St. Paul rambler, a whole-house transformation gave him that and more without adding expensive square footage. full story
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