Twin Cities historic home restoration
Structural precision.
Old‑world craftsmanship.
We engineer the structural, framing, and weatherproofing layers correctly from the inside out. Then we restore the trim, joinery, and windows that give an older home its character.
What we do
The full list, not just the highlights.
Restoration & finish work
- Finish carpentry & woodwork
- Historic home & window care
- Painting & specialty finishes
- Drywall installation & repair
Remodels
- Basement & bathroom remodeling
- Interior remodeling
- Exterior window & door installation
- Remodeling project management
Everyday upkeep
- Residential to-do list execution
- Handyman & general maintenance
- Exterior & hardscaping
Meet the team
Licensed professionals. Working with our own hands.
Co-owner
Ken Madden
Engineer turned craftsman.
As co-owner of Lynnhurst Remodeling, Ken Madden brings an engineer's eye to every restoration. Before founding Lynnhurst, Ken built a background in structural systems and disciplined project planning, and today applies that same rigor at the workbench — diagnosing problems before they're ever covered by a finish. His approach ensures that the structure behind your walls, and the craftsmanship in front of them, are both built to last.
"I've always been drawn to the tangible nature of the trades. My engineering background gave me an eye for structural systems and disciplined planning — but the real fulfillment comes from standing at the workbench, shaping wood, bringing a neglected casing or a century-old window back to life."
Licensed BC810103 · Insured
Co-owner
Kris Knoke
20+ years in the plumbing trade.
As co-owner of Lynnhurst Remodeling, Kris Knoke brings over two decades of hands-on expertise to every project. Trained as a union journeyman plumber, now working independently, Kris has built a comprehensive skill set spanning residential service, custom remodeling, and new construction over more than 20 years in the trade. His deep technical knowledge ensures that the vital systems behind your walls are installed and maintained with the highest level of precision and care.
"There is a deep satisfaction in doing things right. I've spent over 20 years in plumbing, tackling everything from ground-up new construction to delicate remodels. That hands-on experience in the trades naturally feeds into my drive for DIY and home remodeling, where I can see a project transform from start to finish."
How we work
Diagnosis first, then the finish.
Precision before aesthetics
We diagnose why a floor sags or a load path fails before we touch a finish.
Restoration over demolition
We repair original trim, joinery, and wood windows. When something's truly beyond saving, we replace it to match your home's age and character.
Hands-on, family accountability
Local dads, working in your occupied home like it's our own: clean job sites, honest timelines.
No project too small
A repaired bookshelf, a stuck door, a single room of trim work — smaller projects are often where trust gets built, and where longer restorations start.
Areas we serve
Minneapolis, St. Paul, and surrounding suburbs.
- Minneapolis
- St. Paul
- Edina
- St. Louis Park
- Richfield
- Bloomington
- Minnetonka
- Lakeville
- Burnsville
- Apple Valley
Contact
Tell us about your project.
A few details help us understand your home and whether we're the right fit before we schedule a visit.