Updated: May 02, 2026
Location and Projects
Address
1647 16TH AVE NW, Rochester, MN, 55901
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the Design Connection Construction
Serving Rochester, Minnesota for over two decades, the Design Connection focuses on residential interior design and space planning. The firm works with homeowners throughout the Rochester area, guiding clients through the process of transforming kitchens, bathrooms, living spaces, and entire homes. Project experience spans remodeling, updates, and new construction, and the company provides comprehensive design services from initial concept development to sourcing furnishings and finishes. The Design Connection tailors solutions to each client’s style and practical needs, guiding selections for cabinetry, tile, countertops, lighting, and decor. Their collaborative approach incorporates management of layouts, color palettes, and spatial flow, aiming for spaces that are both visually appealing and functional. With 24 years of experience, the Design Connection emphasizes practical, livable interiors rooted in careful planning and material selection.
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Phone Number: (507) 286-7869
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Address: 1647 16TH AVE NW, Rochester, MN 55901
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the Design Connection Rochester
Quality
100
87th percentile
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We generally recommend hiring a contractor with a score higher than 95.
the Design Connection has a BuildZoom score of 100, which places them above 87% of 77,973 contractors in Minnesota.
Activity
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1 project
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2025 |
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1 project
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2024 |
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5 projects
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2023 |
Our building permit records indicate that the Design Connection has worked on at least
7.0 projects over the past 3 years.
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This is an overview of this contractor's activity. Click here to access our complete licensing and building permit database.
Experience
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3 projects
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Home Additions |
Analyzing permits over the last 4 years shows that the Design Connection mostly works on
home addition
projects.
Pricing
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1 project
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$5k-$20k |
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1 project
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$20k-$50k |
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2 projects
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$50k-$100k |
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1 project
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$1mil+ |
The typical size of their permits is approximately $60,000. This graph shows the distribution of these job values.
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Building Permits by the Design Connection
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Construction of a 10 000 square foot clubhouse including 2 pools
Valuation:
$4,000,000
Permit #:
BLDC-0280-23
Status:
complete
Fee:
$28,751
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Single family dwelling 2 story with unfinished basement deck 4 season porch and 3 stall attached garage plan locator #2019-071
Valuation:
$350,000
Permit #:
R19-0358RB
Status:
final
Fee:
$5,936
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Addition of a 20 x 22 slab on grade cold storage building for rochester eagles club
Valuation:
$37,556
Permit #:
R22-0141CB
Status:
complete
Fee:
$793
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
Storage (general)
Charter house apartment remodel for 1414 15
Valuation:
$50,000
Permit #:
R23-0088CB
Status:
complete
Fee:
$953
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
Residential (apar...
Single family dwelling 1 story with finished basement/crawl space covered deck and 3 stall attached garage plan locator 2018-063
Valuation:
$350,000
Permit #:
R18-0686RB
Status:
final
Fee:
$5,836
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Single family dwelling 2 story with unfinished basement and 3 stall attached garage
Valuation:
$364,000
Permit #:
R18-0427RB
Status:
final
Fee:
$5,912
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Separating one tenant space into two spaces and adding a restroom. (pak properties iii)
Valuation:
$75,000
Permit #:
R20-0294CB
Status:
complete
Fee:
$1,186
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
Mercantile
Remodel main floor
Valuation:
$200,000
Permit #:
R20-0630RB
Status:
final
Fee:
$1,479
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Single family dwelling with finished basement and three car garage
Valuation:
$350,000
Permit #:
R18-0695RB
Status:
final
Fee:
$5,836
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Townhouse 2 story slab on grade with 2 stall attached garage (master plan 15-07)
Valuation:
$225,000
Permit #:
R18-0649RB
Status:
final
Fee:
$4,934
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Remodel for kurth office building
Valuation:
$60,000
Permit #:
R21-0395CB
Status:
complete
Fee:
$1,091
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
Business
Remodel for kurth office building
Valuation:
$60,000
Permit #:
TEMP21-1285BP
Status:
filed
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
Commercial
26 x 32 detached 3-car garage
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
O22-0134RB
Status:
expired
Fee:
$695
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
438 - garage (det...
Four-season addition 13 6 x 16 and covered deck 19 6 x 12 6 w stairs
Valuation:
$45,000
Permit #:
R19-1056RB
Status:
issued
Fee:
$735
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Apartment renovation enlarge bedroom update kitchen. (charter house unit 907)
Valuation:
$15,000
Permit #:
R19-0045MFB
Status:
complete
Fee:
$418
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Residential building (footing & foundation)
2018-04-25
Footing and foundation only for: single family dwelling with unfinished basement fireplace and attached three-car garage
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
R18-0428RB
Status:
final
Fee:
$101
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Single family dwelling
Valuation:
$150,000
Permit #:
R19-1517RB
Status:
final
Fee:
$5,552
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Three season porch and deck addition w stairs
Valuation:
$12,620
Permit #:
R19-0458RB
Status:
final
Fee:
$309
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Storage shed
Valuation:
$5,200
Permit #:
R20-1175RB
Status:
final
Fee:
$196
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Detached garage 28 x 34
Valuation:
$15,800
Permit #:
R19-1588RB
Status:
issued
Fee:
$357
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
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License Not Required
| Status | Not Required |
- BuildZoom verified in August, 2018 that this contractor does not need a license to be a contractor in Minnesota.
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Inactive License
| License # | IR710532 |
| Status | Inactive |
| State | Minnesota |
| Type | Contractor Registration |
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100
BuildZoom Score
177
Permits
- Building permit records show that the Design Connection has worked on 177 permitted projects.