Designing Spaces.

Building Partnerships.

We don’t just design - we translate your ideas into spaces that look and feel the way you imagined.

At Baker Foundation Studio, we create spaces for you - every project is shaped by your goals and how you want the space to feel, so the result looks great and truly supports the way you work.

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TC Orthodontics treatment room with modern clinical design featuring circular wood acoustic ceiling panels, dental treatment chair and equipment, wood slat privacy dividers with orange and white pattern, large windows with natural light, gray cabinetry, and clean contemporary finishes
Upscale BMW dealership showroom interior featuring black BMW X3 SUV on display, two-story space with modern staircase, floor-to-ceiling windows, wood-paneled ceiling with linear lighting, Barista Bar cafe area with customers, and contemporary design aesthetic
Modern Denmark Dental office reception area with curved white reception desk, glass pendant lighting, white brick accent wall, large windows providing natural light, contemporary seating area, and professional workspace with gray carpet flooring
Spacious Honda automotive service bay interior with exposed white metal truss ceiling, multiple vehicle lifts, cars on hoists including red and gray Honda vehicles, bright LED lighting, blue accent stripe along walls, and organized technician workstations
Modern St. Croix Vision Center and Optical retail interior with wooden reception desk, white walls displaying eyeglass frames, green pendant lights, globe pendant lighting, consultation stations with black and green seating, and wood-tone display shelving
Luxury Ferrari dealership showroom interior featuring red convertible sports car in center with gray Ferrari in foreground, modern ceiling with circular lighting elements, red accent wall with Ferrari prancing horse logo and display screen
Contemporary Orchin + Orchin Orthodontics reception and waiting area featuring reclaimed wood accent walls, green brand elements including reception desk backsplash, light wood countertop with green bar stools, Edison bulb pendant lighting, and modern coffee station

Design with Purpose

At Baker Foundation Studio, we go beyond good-looking spaces—we solve real-world challenges through smart, client-centered design. Whether it’s navigating technical requirements, aligning with brand identity, or adapting to unique site constraints, our team brings deep experience and thoughtful problem-solving to every project. We listen closely, ask the right questions, and tailor our approach to deliver spaces that feel right and function effortlessly. It’s how we turn complexity into clarity—and vision into reality.

BF Studio Advantage

Because great spaces start with listening — and succeed through detail.

01.
Vision Discovery
01.
Vision Discovery

We begin by listening closely to you and what your goals are and what your vision is for the space. When most clients are asked what they want the space to look like, they share how they want it to feel. We translate those feelings into the foundation of your future design.

02.
Concept Creation
02.
Concept Creation

Now that we understand what you are looking for, we incorporate those desires and emotions into your space while managing our way through the real-world constraints. It’s here that design takes its first shape — this is where we shine. The constraints often unlock our greater creativity.  

03.
Design Refinement
03.
Design Refinement

This is where the magic happens. We blend creativity with engineering, refining every element so the exterior and interior work together as one seamless experience. The result is a space that doesn’t just look good — it feels right.

04.
Precision Drawings
04.
Precision Drawings

Details matter. Our detailed plans avoid costly overruns or surprises, thereby allowing your project to move forward smoothly. 

05.
Cost Alignment
05.
Cost Alignment

The clarity we’ve built into the plans means fewer negotiations, fewer assumptions, and a smoother path from paper to construction. Because our documents are clear and precise, contractors can price accurately and confidently.

06.
Vision Fulfillment
06.
Vision Fulfillment

When the building begins, we become your advocate. We work side by side with your contractor to ensure your vision is respected and brought to life, maintaining open and collaborative communication until the final detail is in place.

Elegant endodontic office reception area with white marble-look reception desk featuring wood paneling accents, textured dark gray accent wall, gold and white Chanhassen Endodontics branded signage with leaf logo, built-in linear fireplace with taupe cabinetry and gold modern chandelier
Chanhassen Endodontics View Project
Modern Cadillac showroom featuring a black CT5-V sedan and white XT4 SUV on display, with warm wood-paneled walls, recessed lighting, and a customer lounge area with cream armchairs. Floor-to-ceiling windows reveal the lot beyond.
Luther Cadillac View Project
Modern single-story endodontic office building with contemporary architecture featuring sage green and cream horizontal siding, large black-framed windows, covered entryway with vertical slats, and professional landscaping with ornamental grasses and flowering plants on manicured lawn
Ridge Periodontics View Project
Ferrari Twin Cities Performance dealership at dusk, featuring a curved dark gray facade with illuminated signage and floor-to-ceiling showroom windows displaying red Ferraris inside.
Twin Cities Performance Ferrari View Project
Modern dental office reception area with a curved white front desk and a wall sign reading WOODBURY DENTAL Care in gold letters. Warm wood floors, round pendant lights, black geometric dividers, tall green plants, and a cozy seating area create a bright and welcoming lobby for patients.
Woodbury Dental Care View Project
Exterior of a modern Jeep Chrysler Dodge Ram dealership with dark metal and wood-accented facade, large glass showroom windows, and SUVs parked on the front lot under a clear blue sky.
Coon Rapids Chrysler Jeep Dodge RAM View Project

See the Difference:

Explore our portfolio, featuring inviting dealership showrooms, patient-friendly dental offices, and vibrant veterinary clinics. Every project is approached as a unique opportunity to express our client’s vision, values and budget.

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Why Clients Trust Baker 
Foundation Studio

With deep expertise across a range of industries, we deliver thoughtful, technically sound design that meets complex needs with clarity and creativity.

Our process is structured yet flexible - built to support collaboration, stay on schedule, and adapt to your evolving goals.

We’re proud to have long-standing relationships with many of our clients, a reflection of the trust we build and the results we consistently deliver.

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Using Foundation Architects was one of the best decisions I made when I was designing my practice. Bob and Abbey were fantastic at taking my vision and bringing it to life. Bob truly cared about every detail as much as I did. It was so fun designing the space together. If I ever build another practice, he will 100% be on my team. I am so thankful for all the time and efforts Foundation Architects put into practice. I could not have done it without them!

Madeline Fern, Owner

Chanhassen Endontics

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From the first day we met Bob, we were beyond excited to work with him and to put the design and function of our future clinic in his hands. He truly listened to our ideas and blended his vast knowledge and expertise. He quickly became more than our Architect and is now a great friend and mentor. You won’t be disappointed! No detail will be overlooked, and you can relax knowing Bob has your best interests at heart. Thanks, Bob!!

Hannah Lechner

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We chose Baker because they have a really good reputation in the industry, additionally they have a really good background working with automotive dealerships, so we’ve done quite a bit of work with Baker. I can honestly say I have never been disappointed. Once I started working with them, frankly, there was no need to go anywhere else.

Wayne Pisinski, VP Fixed Operations

Carousel Motor Group

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We have worked with Baker Associates for over 40 years teaming up on a strong portfolio of successful remodel and new construction projects in the commercial construction market. The team at Baker has always been flexible and helpful finding agreeable solutions to the challenges that arise throughout the construction process. Their professional and friendly staff make each project an enjoyable experience for everyone involved.

D.J. Kranz, Contractor

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