PROJECTS
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Westonka Library, Hennepin County
Mound, Minnesota
Hennepin County’s Westonka Library is a ground-up, net-zero public library in Minnesota. The 12,000-square-foot civic building uses geothermal and solar energy, natural wood materials, and daylight-filled spaces to support sustainability, accessibility, and community connection.
Northside Forward
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Northside Forward is a 10-year, community-authored revitalization plan designed to guide $1.5 billion in equitable investment across North Minneapolis.
Pillsbury Creative Commons
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Pillsbury Creative Commons is a multi-phase plan to transform and expand the nonprofit’s campus and programs focused on community building through art.
Viking Forest Products
Eden Prairie, Minnesota
Viking Forest Products engaged Gensler to design a new workplace that includes a trading floor alongside wellness and social spaces.
Confidential Financial Client
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Gensler designed a new workplace for this financial services client, who relocated from the suburbs to The Dayton’s Project in vibrant downtown Minneapolis.
Wurth Electronics Midcom Headquarters
Watertown, South Dakota
Wurth Electronics Midcom has decided to invest in its people and the community through a new, sustainably designed, employee-forward headquarters in Watertown.
Acre Showroom
Minneapolis, Minnesota
After 60 years, Acre (formerly General Office Products) in Minneapolis was ready for an energetic and approachable working showroom with evolving flexibility.
Minneapolis Regional Chamber of Commerce
Minneapolis, Minnesota
The Minneapolis Regional Chamber sought a refreshed and modern space that brought teams closer together while fostering more connections to the community.
Securian Financial Reimagine Prototype
Saint Paul, Minnesota
The workplace prototype design for Securian Financial features modular concepts and new workstation prototypes along with team and amenity zones.
Big Brothers Big Sisters
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Celebrating its 100-year anniversary in 2020, Big Brothers Big Sisters Twin Cities relocated their home to be more deeply embedded the community they serve and
Gensler Minneapolis
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Gensler Minneapolis’ new studio is an idea laboratory and maker space, investigating the concept of workshop as workplace.
Gravie
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Gravie, a rapidly growing technology company, expanded to a new, larger home to support its highly collaborative and flexible hybrid work model.
Shakopee Innovation Hub
Shakopee, Minnesota
The Shakopee Innovation Center will be a highly creative, uniquely flexible, sustainable facility with a focus on growing business, educating, and innovating.
Loffler Companies
St. Louis Park, Minnesota
With Gensler, the Loffler Headquarters successfully transformed a purpose-built static retail machine into a vibrant and flexible workplace home.
Menlo Park Innovation District Plan
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Gensler Minneapolis crafted a master plan for 18 acres of undeveloped land located immediately adjacent to the Twin Cities campus and existing academic and medical assets. When complete, the Menlo Park Innovation District will be a launchpad for innovation, fostering connections between the academic, research, and business communities.
Ridgedale Regional Center and Library, Hennepin County
Minnetonka, Minnesota
The transformative renovation for Ridgedale Library, led by Gensler Minneapolis, provides a more accessible, bright, intuitive, and technology-rich community destination.
Sun Country Airlines
Richfield, Minnesota
As a hometown airline, Sun Country sought a headquarters destination and design that authentically embodies its values and brings together staff from different locations under one roof.
Wellworth
St. Paul, Minnesota
Situated in a jewel box atop the landmark 1955 former Woolworth retail building, Wellworth is a community co-working destination in the heart of downtown St. Paul.
Southpoint Office Center
Public Space Refresh
Bloomington, Minnesota
Gensler’s design solution for Southpoint Office Center’s lobby delivers visual indoor/outdoor connections and provides a variety of seating options where tenants can work, gather, relax, or dine.
Amway Grand Plaza Hotel
Grand Rapids, Michigan
The owners of the Amway Grand Plaza Hotel Tower upgraded the building’s aging curtain wall and replaced it with a new, high-performing exterior facade.
Milwaukee Bucks
Entertainment District
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
The Milwaukee Bucks Entertainment District, also known as ‘Deer District,’ is an indoor-outdoor sports, retail, and entertainment destination.
Stinson Minneapolis Relocation
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Located at 50 South Sixth St, Stinson’s new home serves to transform the client experience, attract premier talent, and adapt for change.
Xperience Fitness
Multiple Locations
Xperience Fitness is a rapidly expanding chain of health clubs offering upscale amenities at an affordable price point. Targeting vacant big-box retail, Xperience desired a fresh prototype design that could be easily scaled.
Bassford Remele
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Bassford Remele’s redesigned space brings a warmth and charm not seen in your typical law office. Talent attraction and retention, empowering teams...
2407 University Avenue Mixed Use
Minneapolis, Minnesota
The next iteration of the live, work, and play atmosphere emerging in the University District, this transit-oriented development sits at the crossroads of...
Atmosphere Commercial Interiors Worklab
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Atmosphere Commercial Interiors’ new tech-infused “Worklab” is a combination of showroom, co-working space, and hotel lobby. The space drives growth and...
CBRE Minneapolis
Minneapolis, Minnesota
CBRE’s Minneapolis office provides the optimal environment to demonstrate, test, and implement workplace strategies while showcasing CBRE as industry...
REGIONAL & OFFICE LEADERSHIP
Kenneth P. Baker
Co-Regional Managing Principal
As the Co-Regional Managing Principal of Gensler’s North Central Region, Ken Baker is considered a global expert on workplace design and planning.
Todd Heiser
Co-Regional Managing Principal
As the Co-Regional Managing Principal of the North Central Region, Todd Heiser’s career showcases more than 30 years of driving impactful, engaging experiences for clients and communities across sectors.
Deanne Erpelding
Managing Director, Principal
As Managing Director of Gensler’s Minneapolis office, Deanne Erpelding brings over 25 years of experience in the Workplace and Landlord Services sectors.
LEADERSHIP
Bill Baxley
Principal
Bill Baxley is a Design Principal at the Gensler Minneapolis office, with more than 30 years of experience.
Gabe Hanson
Climate Action and Sustainability Leader, Sustainability Director
Gabe Hanson is the North Central region’s Climate Action and Sustainability Leader and a Sustainability Director.
Jay Koback
Consumer Goods Leader, Design Director
Jay Koback is a Design Director and Global Consumer Goods Leader based in Gensler’s Minneapolis office.
Jennie Arnett
Studio Lead
Jennie Arnett is a Studio Lead in Gensler’s Minneapolis office with 20+ years of experience. She leads workplace, hospitality, healthcare, and education projects, combining strategy, collaboration, and design to deliver thoughtful, high-performing environments.
Jessie Bauldry
Design Director
With two decades of architectural experience, Jessie brings deep expertise, care, and compassion to every project.
Sam Edelstein
Market Leader, Studio Lead
Sam Edelstein focuses on advancing client relationships and integrating strategy with architecture to deliver impactful design solutions. With 16+ years of experience, Sam has led workplace, corporate campus, and life sciences projects that connect people, place, and purpose.
NEWS & RECOGNITION
Gensler’s City Pulse 2025 Findings Reinforce Trend of Cities Adapting By Prioritizing Mixed-Use Vibrancy, Affordability, and Resilience
“Americans are not abandoning cities. They're moving to cities that feel affordable, safe, and vibrant,” noted Gensler Cities Research Lead Sofia Song, who shared findings from the latest cities report.
December 10, 2025
The Wall Street Journal Featured Insights From Gensler Principal Todd Heiser on How AI-Powered Sensors Can Fine-Tune the Workplace in Real-Time
Gensler’s Todd Heiser breaks down how major tech and consulting firms are utilizing AI-powered sensors that learn employees’ comfort preferences and adjust automatically.
December 01, 2025
A Look Inside the Gensler-Designed Sheraton Minneapolis Downtown Renovation
Gensler Design Director Douglas Detiveaux discussed redesigning the hotel’s 321 guest rooms, as well as upgrading event spaces and adding public areas, with an emphasis on sustainable material choices.
November 04, 2025
The Minnesota Star Tribune Explores Gensler’s “Next-Generation” Arena Design for the Timberwolves and Lynx
Gensler designs a next-generation arena for the Timberwolves and Lynx basketball teams in Minneapolis’ Warehouse District. Principal Bill Baxley discussed how the conceptual model proposes reenergizing the heart of downtown with an enhanced urban experience.
October 30, 2025
SPS Commerce Plans Office Renovation with Gensler-Led Workplace Strategy and Design
SPS Commerce is renewing its lease at a 31-story Class A tower in downtown Minneapolis and will upgrade its offices with workplace strategy and design led by Gensler Minneapolis.
October 15, 2025
Gensler's Bill Baxley Profiled on Design Thinking
Mpls.St.Paul Magazine profiled Gensler’s Bill Baxley, Design Principal, sharing how analog design thinking can enrich problem solving in modern architecture studios.
October 14, 2025
The Rise of Retail-to-Office Conversions Featuring Gensler-Designed Loffler and Dayton's Repositioning
Commercial Property Executive interviewed Gensler's Deanne Erpelding about the rise in retail to office conversions, sharing Loffler and the Dayton's Repositioning as successful examples.
October 13, 2025
Gensler’s Jordan Goldstein and Marriott’s Kristen Conry Lead Discussion on “Designing a New Way to Think” at Fortune’s Brainstorm Tech
Gensler co-CEO Jordan Goldstein and Kristen Conry, SVP of Global Design at Marriott International, shared insights on how tech is reshaping design through “phygital” experiences that empower human connection and personalization.
September 10, 2025
Interior Design Magazine Celebrates 60 Years of Gensler’s Impact on the Business of Design
The exclusive feature spotlights global projects across practices and interviews with leaders, including Q&As with co-CEOs Jordan Goldstein and Elizabeth Brink and co-chairs Andy Cohen and Diane Hoskins.
August 25, 2025
Gensler’s Kenneth Baker Shares Five Things You Need To Be A Highly Effective Leader
Authority Magazine interviewed Gensler Co-Regional Managing Principal Kenneth Baker about ways leaders can boost morale, communicate an optimistic vision, and design strategies that “react to the realities of shifting landscapes while maintaining alignment to your greater goals.”
July 20, 2025
Gensler Ranked #1 on Architectural Record’s Top 300 U.S. Architecture Firms of 2025
Architectural Record recognized Gensler as the #1 firm for the sixth consecutive year on its list of the Top 300 Architecture Firms in the U.S.
June 04, 2025
Sheraton Minneapolis Downtown’s $40 Million Renovation Completed in Partnership With Gensler
In support of the brand’s vision to create “The World’s Gathering Place,” every guest touchpoint creates a warm, approachable atmosphere that serves the needs of today’s travelers.
May 25, 2025
Gensler Announces Two Key Leadership Elevations in North Central Region
Meghan Webster and Todd Heiser will step into new roles in the growing region.
April 02, 2025
Gensler Ranked #1 on Interior Design’s 2025 Top 100 Giants List
Gensler was also voted the Most Admired Firm by our peers.
March 17, 2025
Forbes Recognized Gensler on Its 2025 List of America’s Best Large Employers
The annual ranking is based on a survey of more than 217,000 U.S. employees at companies across all industry sectors employing more than 5,000 U.S. workers.
February 12, 2025
INSIGHTS
Design Forecast 2026
Geo-Trends: U.S. North Central
In the North Central region, momentum is building around mixed-use districts, industrial innovation, and experience-led development. Explore the trends shaping North Central cities and communities.
Design Forecast
Design Forecast 2026
Gensler’s Design Forecast 2026 explores the top global design trends and strategies shaping the future of the built environment. With insights, research, and projects across 33 practices, we help clients elevate the human experience.
Design Forecast 2026
6 Trends Shaping Design in 2026
Discover the most important and actionable themes shaping design in 2026, based on over 100 trends across 33 industries around the world.
Blog
How a New Vision for Flexible Co-Living Conversions Can Support Housing Affordability
Gensler and The Pew Charitable Trusts studied building typologies in 10 cities to better understand the potential in this unique office-to-residential conversion model.
Blog
Age-Welcoming Cities: Designing for an Era of Longevity
The challenge of a rapidly aging population also presents an opportunity: to reimagine how we plan our cities.