Business Details
41 Years
experience
Expert Architectural Design Services in Shoreview, MN
At Cundy, Santine & Associates Architects, we bring over 30 years of combined experience to creating innovative architectural solutions tailored to our clients' unique needs. Our collaborative approach ensures every project, whether commercial or residential, benefits from personalized attention and technical expertise. We specialize in translating client visions into functional, buildable designs through a structured process of analysis, concept development, and detailed execution. Our team maintains active certifications with AIA, NCARB, and state licensing boards, ensuring compliance with the highest industry standards. With a diverse portfolio spanning commercial buildings, multifamily housing, and custom residences, we combine creative problem-solving with practical construction knowledge.Our commitment to client relationships as family ensures every project receives dedicated focus without the impersonal nature of larger firms. We serve clients across Minnesota and Wisconsin, offering services from initial consultation through final construction documentation. Our track record includes successful projects for educational institutions, senior living facilities, and private homeowners seeking transformative design solutions. Client testimonials consistently highlight our ability to exceed expectations through clear communication and innovative design. This dedication to quality and collaboration has sustained our practice through decades of evolving industry trends.
Services
Commercial Design
Multi-Family Housing
Residential Projects
New Construction
Building Remodeling
Details
- Year established: 1985
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of combined architectural experience
- Our collaborative design process ensures client involvement
- Team includes AIA and NCARB certified professionals
- Specialized in commercial, multifamily, and residential projects
- Proven track record with educational and senior living facilities
Associations and certifications
- AIA
- NCARB
- MN Registered Architects
- WI Registered Architects
What people say
Professionalism and attention to detail
Creative solutions for construction challenges
Exceeded expectations on every project
Best architects for preschool design
Helped dreams become reality
Services
Commercial Design
We create functional commercial spaces tailored to business needs while maintaining aesthetic appeal. Our process begins with understanding client operations and ends with detailed construction documents ensuring code compliance. Projects include new buildings and renovations for educational institutions, retail spaces, and office complexes across Minnesota and Wisconsin.
Multi-Family Housing
Our multifamily solutions combine modern living requirements with practical construction methods. We design boutique student apartments, senior living facilities, and market-rate housing units. Services cover complete building conversions, accessibility upgrades, and component replacements while adhering to local zoning regulations and sustainability standards.
Residential Projects
From custom dream homes to strategic remodeling, we transform residential spaces to match owner lifestyles. Our expertise includes single-family new construction, whole-house renovations, and accessory dwelling units. We collaborate with builders to develop marketable home models while maintaining personalized design elements for private clients.
People
Shelley A. Santine
President & Co-Owner
With 25+ years in commercial architecture, Shelley leads design solutions that balance client vision with budget constraints. Her expertise ensures sustainable outcomes through creative problem-solving and technical precision.
James L. Graham
Vice President & Co-Owner
Bringing 30+ years of architectural experience, Jim specializes in project management and technical detailing. His approach combines creative design with practical construction knowledge to deliver successful client collaborations.
Questions
What architectural services do you offer?
We provide full-service architectural design for commercial buildings, multifamily housing, and residential projects including new construction and remodeling.
How does your design process work?
Our three-phase process includes initial consultation to understand goals, concept development with multiple design options, and detailed construction documentation for execution.
Do you work outside Minnesota?
While based in Minnesota, we regularly serve clients throughout Wisconsin and have completed projects in multiple Midwest locations.
What makes your firm different?
As a small firm with 30+ years of experience, we offer personalized attention while maintaining the technical expertise of larger practices through our collaborative approach.
Can you handle complex building codes?
Our team stays current with evolving regulations and specializes in code compliance, accessibility improvements, and permitting processes for all project types.
