General Contractor reviews in Minneapolis, Minnesota

Best design, build & remodel company in the world!

As a local real estate expert, I admire the steps they take to create a beautiful product while also pushing the envelope in green design and new trends. Quality is unmatched.

Top shelf contractor! we have had the pleasure of working with them for over 3 years and I can say they are an awesome group of people to work with. They listen to what the client wants and deliver EVERYTIME!

I admired how they worked and completed different designs, the minute we signed contracts and they started the work, they over promised and under delivered. Wouldn't recommend anyone to use them. The worst case is they never took responsibility on damages done by the people they contracted. Fairly disappointed and wouldn't recommend friends family or anyone.

We have used OA to remodel a bathroom, our kitchen and now our upstairs. Their designs are unique and they incorporate our feedback. We love working with them!

OA was exceptional to work with. They were with us every step of the way in creating a beautiful space for us. Lots of challenges with this old house and they rose to the occasion every time, with professionalism and creative problem solving. We would use them again in a heartbeat.

We hired OA Design and Build for a bathroom remodel and they were able to take what was a small, poorly designed space and transform it into a highly functional and aesthetically pleasing space that is utterly unrecognizable to it's precursor (in the best way) and an absolute pleasure to spend time in. Despite demolition coinciding with the beginning of the pandemic and the effects this had on the global supply chain and labor force the completion date of our project was only pushed off by a few days, which is impressive. Their carpenters paid an immense amount of detail to putting up protection throughout the rest of the house to minimize their impact. Their tradespeople for electrical, plumbing, tile etc were also top notch. It's basically a reliable company that does high quality work at a fair price and I wouldn't hesitate at all to use them again.

We have had a great relationship with Scott and Michael at OA throughout a complex remodel. They have been forthright in all our dealings. They have been available when we needed and responded quickly. OA was our ally in a vendor issue and stuck by us during a lengthy and difficult pursuit of a quality product. All the work that OA performed for us was top notch and met our high standards for both quality of workmanship and design. We are happy to recommend OA.

Michael is a true leader in the remodeling industry. I’ve gotten to know him through interviewing him and following his work for years. He’s a true professional, cares about his clients, is creative, and has built a tremendous team. You're in good hands with OA!

We worked with the OA team to design and build an addition on our 1920s S. Minneapolis home, including a screened porch, back entry, bedroom and bathroom. They are incredibly creative and have high integrity. It's been two years since the project, and hardly a week goes by without us pausing to appreciate the new spaces. There are so many unique details that we love to point out and enjoy. I recommend OA whole-heartedly!

The OA team remodeled our antiquated kitchen, creatively repainted rooms and added a half bath and mud room to the first floor of our 1909 Dutch Colonial. This project is now ten years old, and we continue to get regular compliments on its design and quality. While respecting and preserving the character of our house, the OA team completely transformed its livability and functionality. We so valued our experience with OA’s talented design and build professionals we hired them again to remodel and transform our second floor bathroom. We highly recommend OA, especially for homeowners of vintage houses who don’t want to lose the elements they love about their homes.

Working with Otogawa-Anschel Design+Build+Architecture was an absolute delight. Every step from brainstorming and design with the enormously talented Michael Anschel through final clean-up had just the right balance of involving our input as homeowners, while letting O-A team handle everything else. Our basement remodel involved a few months of various teams and professionals coming and going from our home, which was so well done it never felt like an intrusion. We happen to meet many of the sub-contractors as they arrived for their part of the process (demolition, plumbing, electric, etc.) and I was impressed how every sub-contractor was genuinely pleased to be working with O-A which has a well-earned sterling reputation not only among clients, but among employees. Employee and labor rights are important to us and we were impressed with O-A’s visible commitment to diversity in hiring and sub-contracting. Work quality and beauty was uniformly superb. We recommend Michael and his amazing team with great enthusiasm.

We wanted a three season porch added to the back of our home without destroying our garden and damaging our ash tree. Michael designed a beautiful space that kept our garden intact. Rather than the using the usual rectangle for a porch addition, Michael created a porch without parallel lines, both charming and beautiful. Everyone who worked on the project from Michelle, the project manager, Sol and Stephen, the carpenters, to the subcontractors was respectful, courteous, and competent.
The result is a unique and delightful space that fits beautifully into our back yard. We highly recommend OA Design and Build.

My husband and I have had numerous projects with Michael Otogawa-Anschel over the years - including original art painting in our son's room (along with a "story" about the scene), master bedroom bath and custom closet rebuild, total lower level remodel, as well as more "boring" yet important projects (waterproofing, drain tile, etc.)

The O-A's team approach to each project was creative from an aesthetic AND functional perspective. The design process was a collaborative effort, fueled with healthy conversations about ideas, costs, materials, timelines, and expectations.

Currently, we are consulting with Michael about restoration of our cabin, built in the 60's with very unique construction and needing an effective approach to preserve the design integrity while improving the drainage, energy efficiency, and air flow within and around the cabin.

The working relationship we have experienced, and continue to appreciate is one of collaboration, education, and creative problem solving. We value and trust his expertise and commitment to delivering a design solution to meet our expectations and budget.

Michael and the OA team offer a caring, detailed approach to the remodeling process! If you’re looking for creative solutions and a clear pricing model, you’ve found your team!

OA Design Build did a great job on our house remodel. We had a crazy idea during the pandemic to add a pool to our backyard and a gym to our basement, which meant completely re-configuring the back of our house and our lower level. They listened carefully to our goals, helped us design a project that fit our budget and then built it with impeccable quality. We wish they had built the original part of the house, too. The project was designed and planned quite well so that we had no major surprises along the way. The disruption to our neighbors was kept to a minimum. They were quick to come up with good solutions to the few unexpected things that did pop up. We've had more compliments that we can count on the finished project and we love the many lasting memories we've made with our family swimming in the pool.

Michael and the OA team are true artisans. They are masters of craft; with curiosity, adventure and a deep and real focus, they provide the best possible outcome for budgets both big and small. They are also humble, and as a result we have benefitted from multiple partnerships together. The next time we need them, we will hire them - again!

Having worked with Michael for the past couple of years, I can confidently say that he and his team's attention to detail and dedication to customer satisfaction are unmatched. Michael's pride in his work shines through, and it’s no surprise that the business consistently wins awards year after year.

The team’s design expertise is exceptional, from crafting unique concepts to adding the final custom elements that make every project stand out. Their ability to thrive in delivering personalized, high-quality results sets them apart. I highly recommend Michael and his team for their outstanding service and commitment to excellence!

"Creativity is seeing what others see and thinking what no one else ever thought." – Albert Einstein

We have trusted Michael and his team to do four different projects in our home-

2007 | Primary suite and exterior remodel
2010 | Epic screen porch
2011 | Breathtaking kitchen
2020 | Pandemic home office

So obviously, we are raving fans. Yet living in a space everyday created by Michael is hard to put in words. His use of a broad palette of colors changes throughout the day from sunrise to sunset. The materials and textures are unique. You will find yourself brushing your hand across a curved surface as you pass. Each space is well thought out and perfectly proportioned.

His process for budgeting your project is transparent and honest. Communication is clear and frequent. His employees and subcontractors are talented, experienced and respectful of your home.

17 years later... we feel fortunate that we choose Otogawa-Anschel.

Matthew and team were quick, kind, and professional! We look forward to working with them in the future and are already recommending to friends and family.

Matthew does great work!