The  HANSON Difference Starts With Our People.

Rebecca brings 10 years of design experience with her and hails from the Twin Cities South Metro. She earned her B.S. in interior design from the University of Minnesota. She has been transforming spaces for her clients for over ten years and still can’t get enough of the distinctive challenges that every project brings. With a careful eye towards design and functionality, she takes the time to truly listen to what each individual client wants and needs from their home. She then assembles those pieces of the puzzle to create uniquely tailored spaces that will be enjoyed for years to come. Rebecca has practiced design work both here and in the Denver area. Though she and her husband thoroughly enjoy traveling, they are excited to have their home base back in Minnesota.

Rebecca's Favorite Projects

1. Traditional Diamond Lake Kitchen
2. Traditional Diamond Lake Bathroom
3. Seamless Cedar Lake 2-story Addition
4. Northeast Attic Primary Suite
5. Lush Longfellow Kitchen
6. Howe kitchen and Powder Room
7. Cape Cod to Four Square
8. Bright Tangletown Basement Retreat
9. Architectural Attic Renovation

Karla hails from St. Paul, Minnesota and holds degrees in both Interior Design and Theatre Performance. She brings 15 years of experience to the table and believes that good design is not one-size-fits-all. Karla takes the time to truly listen to her clients and asks thorough questions to ensure that their spaces reflect their unique style and needs. She has a passion for space planning and loves classic homes – particularly homes from the Arts-and-Crafts and Tudor Revival movements. She believes that spaces must be both functional and beautiful and loves paying attention to the little details that make her clients fall in love with their design. Karla is very dedicated to her nieces and nephews and loves spending as much time with them as possible. Other interests include writing, hiking, live music, sporting events, hanging out with friends and family, and participating in anything that will make her laugh.

Karla's Favorite Projects

1. Nokomis Kitchen Remodel Masterpiece
2. Fern Hill Tudor Kitchen & Powder Room
3. Lake of the Isles Kitchen & Main Level Remodel
4. Charming Diamond Lake Kitchen Transformation
5. Dutch Colonial Second Floor Addition
6. Garage Expansion with Sunroom
7. Vibrant Kingfield Kitchen
8. Vibrant Kingfield Primary Suite
9. Kingfield Basement and Bathroom
10. Minneapolis Bathroom Remodel with Mid-Century Style
11. Longfellow Classic Tudor Revival Hall Bath

Ranisha grew up in the Twin Cities with a lifelong love of the arts, design, and architecture. She graduated with a degree in art focusing on ceramics from the University of Minnesota. She recently returned to school to earn her kitchen and bath design certificate and is now a certified kitchen and bath designer (CKBD) with the National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA). As an artist, she loves to be hands-on throughout the design-build process, to see spaces transform and the new vision for clients’ spaces come to life.

Ranisha's Favorite Projects

1. Reimagined Vibrant St. Paul Kitchen Remodel
2. Colorful Cooper Basement & Bathroom
3. Bloomington Kitchen & Mudroom Remodel
4. Pleasing Primary Bath Attic Conversion

Matt joined Hanson Remodeling in the fall of 2016 and worked as a lead carpenter until the fall of 2022, when he transitioned to his present role as a project developer. Houses, history, and restoration have been lifelong loves. However, it wasn’t until his early twenties that he got his formal carpentry start, as an AmeriCorps volunteer with Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity. Raised in Massachusetts, he holds a degree in American History from St. Olaf College and lives in a 1915 Dutch Colonial house in St. Paul’s Como neighborhood.

Brady began his career in the residential remodeling industry in 2019, starting as a carpenter before moving into estimating and production support. These experiences gave him a strong understanding of both the craftsmanship and careful planning that make remodeling projects successful. In February 2026, he joined Hanson Remodeling as a Project Developer, where he works closely with homeowners to plan thoughtful, well-executed renovations.

Originally from Iowa, Brady attended Luther College, where he met his wife. After marrying in 2016 and spending several years in Colorado, they moved to Minneapolis in 2019. He now lives in South Minneapolis and enjoys renovating his own home, spending time with family, playing board games and disc golf, and getting lost in a good book.

Mark grew up on a dairy and grain farm in central Minnesota. His construction career began after high school building new homes and adding additions to houses in his home town. After a several years of building standard homes, he decided he wanted to do something completely different and began constructing log and timber frame homes throughout the Midwest. After success with this method of building he decided that he would like to challenge himself more and moved to Seattle to join a remodeling company where he became a Project Manager. After a few years he moved back to Minnesota to be closer to family. Mark brings his more than 15 years of construction experience to the Hanson team as the Production Coordinator. In his spare time, you will find him hunting, running, hiking, on the water and helping his parents on the farm.

Hailing from the northwoods of Wisconsin, Lennon moved to the Twin Cities 12 years ago to continue his career. He has sixteen years of carpentry experience, starting with everything from the ground up in residential construction to cabinet building to all aspects of trim carpentry. He is enthusiastic for his trade and prides himself on his dedicated work ethic and deep carpentry knowledge. When not working, Lennon spends his time with his growing family and building furniture.

Josh brings a strong background of more than 10 years of construction experience, a bachelor of science degree in business from St. Mary’s University, a can do professional attitude and an easy to get along with personality to our team. His ability to be a key supporting member on any project, allows our lead carpenters to move your job forward with the quality and care you expect. Outside of remodeling, Josh enjoys staying in shape and being with friends and family.

Harry is a skilled carpenter and 30+ year veteran of the Twin Cities remodeling scene. He’s done it all, from historic renovations to new builds. A native of Minneapolis, where he currently resides, Harry enjoys spending time with his family and all things sports-related.

John has been working as a carpenter in one form or another for the several years.  He loves hanging out with his boys, listening to music, and tinkering with electronics.

Before finding his way to remodeling, Christian enjoyed an eclectic career as a professional musician and Pilates instructor. He attended music school in Minneapolis, recorded albums and toured extensively as a bassist, notably with his band Spymob, and has taught Pilates in the Twin Cities for the last 20 years. He continues to enjoy the challenges and growth that come from working on old homes.

Graham Anderson was born and raised in the twin cities. After completing high school Graham studied graphic design at UW-Stout and MCTC before pivoting to the trades. In his free time, he enjoys painting, drawing and making anything with his hands.

Hoa has been helping with bookkeeping and marketing. Prior to working at Hanson Remodeling, Hoa ran a food truck downtown, went to culinary school at the Art Institute, and completed her Master’s degree in French Literature at the University of Minnesota. Her wit and capacity to complete any administrative task allow us to keep the focus on the details of your project.

Beginning his career as a finish carpenter in Colorado, then working for two premier Twin City remodeling firms, Dan formed Hanson Remodeling with the mission to build beautiful, intriguing spaces with the clients’ interests in mind. It’s part of the company philosophy: Do right by others. It’s what makes Hanson Remodeling projects Built for You! With dual degrees in Business Management and Philosophy from Luther College, Dan sees the business of remodeling from many angles. Dan is proud that he is a Certified Remodeler, Certified Lead Carpenter and Universal Design Certified Professional through the National Association of the Remodeling Industry.