Mark Kozulla
"Great home transformations don’t happen by chance, they take a conscientious effort to create. I enjoy being part of that collaboration."
Featured Remodeling Projects
Fall Showcase 2022 kitchen/addition in Golden Valley
This young family of four needed more natural light, more rooms, and a reconfiguration of space inside and out to fully live the life they envisioned.
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Universal Design Master Bath remodel in Chanhassen
If we had a dime for every monster jacuzzi we removed…
1892 Porch Remodel Protects Architectural Integrity
Turning an unusable porch into a brand new 130 year-old looking veranda!
2023 Spring Remodelers Showcase Home features multi-level remodel
Our homeowners wanted to make this walk-out rambler their own while staying faithful to the character of this architect-designed, mid-century modern, Brooklyn Center residence.
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Tuck Under Porch with a View in Maple Grove
Open air living with protection from the elements
St. Paul Whole House Renovation
Interior and exterior renovations to a classic turn of the century St. Paul home
A remodel for the long haul in Oak Grove
Young couple with twins plans to stay and grow in place.
Enchanted deck/patio revitalization on Lake Minnetonka
A new and much larger deck with underneath patio by the pool.
Master Bath Reconfiguration in Champlin
Removing a built-in tub, moving walls, combining vanities, altering a window—all part of this master bath project
Woodbury Porch Addition; Exterior Remodel
A Porch to Entertain; a facade you will never forget
Saving Grace — Wayzata Whole House Renovation
Optimism prevailed when this expectant Wayzata couple bought the previously “remuddled” house and set out to save it from a tear down.
West St. Paul Exterior Re-Design
Comprehensive update & re-design of roof-line, siding, windows
Solving the 1980's Split-Level Syndrome
Adding a main floor addition off the kitchen solved everything
Lower Level reimagined in Ham lake
A simple change of colors & materials makes a big difference
St. Paul Addition Makes Room for Larger Kitchen
Let There Be Room! 2017 Remodelers Showcase Kitchen Remodel Entry.
Colorful Eden Prairie Kitchen Remodel
From a storage stingy kitchen peninsula to a wide and wonderful baker's island
2021 Fall Showcase Main Floor Renovation in Minnetonka
What started as a kitchen remodel led to an entire transformation of the main floor in this Minnetonka executive home.
1965 Fridley split gets a whole new kitchen & living room
After waiting years this couple finally got the design and remodel they wanted
Magnificent Walkout Basement Entertains Everyone
Plymouth Couple Raises Lower Level Entertainment to New Heights.
Spring 2018 Remodelers Showcase Home
Contemporary addition & kitchen update in Vadnais Heights MN
Main Floor Remodel in Eden Prairie
From a new staircase entry to a completely updated kitchen and guest bath!
Brooklyn Center remodel features architectural baths
Our homeowners wanted to make this walk-out rambler their own while staying faithful to the character of this architect-designed, mid-century modern, Brooklyn Center residence.
Whole House remodel honors architect in Brooklyn Center
Our homeowners wanted to make this walk-out rambler their own while staying faithful to the character of this architect-designed, mid-century modern, Brooklyn Center residence.
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Sophisticated Basement & Kitchen Transformation in Lino Lakes
This Lino Lakes multi-level remodel involved main-level kitchen updates with a dramatic basement transformation.
Larger modern kitchen remodel in Mahtomedi
From a tight galley with a peninsula to an open concept kitchen and a 9-foot island—what a transformation!
Before & After Project Gallery
Dramatic before and after project images in the last year by Murphy Bros.
Lino Lakes Screen Porch Retreat
Backyard mosquito sun bake turned bug-free shady retreat with style
Plymouth Dual Bath Remodel
It was going to be a simple bath remodel, and then life happened. We can't always know where our journeys will take us, especially when it comes to the world of remodeling. However, the important thing is that they end up where we most want to go.
Third time is still a charm!
Kitchen remodel features Cambria waterfall in this 1926 Mpls. story and a half home.
Master Bath Update in Edina In this bath remodel a little innovation goes a long way
A cleaner, more sophisticated aesthetic was always part of this bathroom update in Edina.
Double Bathroom Remodel in Blaine Removes Jacuzzi
Updated and far more functional, both the kids and master bath now have the style and amenities they've always wanted. Well, the kids bath didn't get the heated floors, but they'll survive.
Delano kitchen remodel has a bold new look
Custom solid wood countertops makes an elegant statement
Eden Prairie 2-tiered deck/porch
Have your cake and eat it too with a 3-season porch topped with an open air deck
Homeowners Insurance Claims & Restoration Plus
We don't look at homeowner disasters in the same way other companies do. We look for ways to make it better than it was.
Master Suite & Walk-in Closet Remodel in Ham Lake
These homeowners wanted a nice walk-in closet with lots of organization, and they also wanted a larger shower, and heated floors.
Charming St. Anthony Kitchen Remodel
Protecting the architectural charm of this mid-century home required detailed craftsmanship
Custom Homes
Whether it is a trear down and rebuild or a new build on your own lot we have the expertise to design precisly what you want.
2021 Spring Remodelers Showcase Home in Eagan
This was our Contractor of the Year (CotY) project entry.
Renovating a 95-year-old kitchen in Richfield
Blending a respect for history with the beauty and efficiencies of today's surfaces.
Painting & Pre-Finishing
30 + years of Professional Residential House Painting & Pre-finishing. A division of Murphy Bros. Design | Build | Remodel serving, homeowners, cabinet makers and our own remodeling clients.
The tale of the kitchen that didn't fit
How moving and removing walls made all the difference in this Ham Lake kitchen remodel
Complete Kitchen Restructure in Maple Grove
When everything is in the wrong place and nothing works well
The Dishwasher Strikes Again in Chanhassen!
When the dishwasher rinse cycle turned into a river last winter this Chanhassen couple turned to Murphy Bros. to handle both the insurance aspect and the restoration efforts, which developed into a much larger project.
Open Concept Kitchen Remodel in Egan
This Eagan couple liked what they saw at our recent Remodelers Showcase home and decided now was the time to make a big change.
Blaine Couple Stays Put and Transforms Home into Dream Kitchen Blaine Couple Stays Put and Transforms Home into Dream Kitchen
Remodeling Success Story: Blaine Couple Turns Home into Dream Oasis
Ham Lake Kitchen Gets New Life for Beekeeper Owners
Local beekeepers redesign new kitchen for more space
3-Toned Kitchen Remodel In Apple Valley
These homeowners originally approached us for a dual-bathroom remodel. However, once we sat down with them and went through the discovery process of asking key questions, we uncovered that a kitchen was the priority. Sometimes clients dream bigger than their budgets can afford. Well, actually, they always do, but hey, nothing wrong with being an optimist, right?
Beautiful Kitchen Happy Wife!
When these homeowners moved from a newer home to an older home they knew some changes were needed. The problem was would it be the kitchen, the bathrooms, or the laundry? The list was long and everything seemed important. How did it turn out? Well, we chose it for our 2020 Fall Remodelers Showcase entry (October 2-4) so that should give you a hint.
West Suburban Kitchen Expansion
With eight grandchildren and more on the way, homeowners Pat and her husband Ed finally concluded their cramped kitchen was no match for her expanding family of 22—especially during the many holidays.
Remodelers Showcase Fall 2016 Turning a dishwasher flood into a whole new kitchen
Turning a dishwasher flood into a whole new kitchen.
Coon Rapids Whole House Remodel Revolves Around Kitchen
The Fall 2023 Remodelers Showcase Home Tour features this remarkable remodel radiating charm and warmth from the heart of the home—the kitchen.
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Dishwasher Leak Ruins Kitchen in Elk River
There are many universal laws. Gravity is one. Your dishwasher springing a massive leak only when you are gone for the weekend or on vacation, that’s another. And that’s exactly what happened to this homeowner nearly a year ago, when he had his own “A River Runs Through It” adventure.
Summary of Experience
Mark has been an accomplished architectural designer, design/build remodeler, space planner, and project manager for nearly 40 years. Mark is a three-time Reggie Award of Excellence winner. He has scheduled and supervised the construction of 55 new homes in his career and also worked on commercial projects interfacing directly with engineers. Mark brings all of that knowledge and expertise to his clients as a design/build consultant with Murphy Bros. and we look forward to his contributions as one of our most experienced team members.
Education
- 1990- University of Minnesota Carlson School of Management – Minneapolis MN (Bachelor of Science Degree in Business) Management
- 1982- Dakota County Technical College – Rosemount MN (2-year Architectural Technology program)
Hobbies / Interests
Mark loves being in the wilderness anywhere, sea kayaking while exploring the lakes of northeastern Minnesota and hiking our state park trails, preferably along rivers and waterfalls.
