THE NINTH EDITION
This month on The Ninth Edition, we’re celebrating the homes we’ve created, our team’s accomplishments, and the new builds already taking shape for 2026 — all while wishing you a warm and joyful Holiday Season.
+ DESIGN
Luxury On The Lake
Round Three Photography
Set along the water’s edge, the Waters Edge Residence delivers an immersive lake-life experience. Sweeping floor-to-ceiling views, seamless indoor–outdoor living, and carefully considered design details come together in a display of craftsmanship that shines throughout.
+ BUILD
Minnetonka Escape
A stunning modern lake home is taking shape on the shores of Lake Minnetonka—designed for effortless luxury, relaxation, and memorable gatherings. This expansive retreat will feature a dedicated entertainment level and a rejuvenating sauna. Thoughtfully planned for extended family and guests, the home features spacious communal areas, private suites, and ample sleeping accommodations.
Seamless indoor–outdoor living awaits with a generous deck and patio that lead to a private dock and sandy beach. A lush lawn, along with a private basketball and pickleball court, will provide endless opportunities for activity and connection. A true Minnetonka escape—crafted for comfort, style, and unforgettable moments by the water.
+ INTERIORS
Festive Vibes Were in Full Swing
The holiday season came and went in a beautiful blur. Throughout the month, our team leaned into the spirit of the season—creating a warm, welcoming atmosphere filled with charm, connection, and a little extra cheer for both clients and coworkers. One of our favorite moments was gathering for a hands-on team experience, painting tiny wooden homes together as a creative way to slow down, connect, and celebrate the season before heading out of office.
+ REAL ESTATE
Where Your Dream Begins
Build your dream home in Golden Valley’s coveted Tralee neighborhood, complete with stunning downtown skyline views from an expansive rooftop deck. These two generous, tree-lined lots offer an ideal balance of privacy and convenience, with premier amenities just minutes from your doorstep. This is a rare opportunity to craft a custom masterpiece in one of the area’s most desirable locations.
+ RECAP
A Jolly Year in Homebuilding
From inspiring home tours to unforgettable welcome-home celebrations, this year has been marked by meaningful milestones — including the honor of receiving the 2025 Green Path Leadership Award and celebrating our team’s exceptional work at the Midwest Home Design Awards. To our clients, supporters, and all who fuel our passion for thoughtful homebuilding — thank you!
Hot Off The Press
Read up on industry trends, immerse yourself in captivating client stories, and gain valuable insights into upcoming events and much more.
Closing the Door on 2025: A Year in Review
2025 brought bold builds, major wins, and inspiring collaborations. Here’s a look back at what made this year unforgettable and what trends blew up.
A Life Well-Designed: A Highland Bridge Custom Home
Every dream home begins with a vision—sometimes rooted in family, sometimes in lifestyle, and often in the desire to create something that finally feels like you.
CONNECT
Let’s Craft Your Space
We’ll help you build a custom home, breathe new life into your existing space, or transform a room with modern, elevated design — all backed by the same trusted expertise you’ve come to expect from Sustainable 9.
Until next time,
High impact design. Low impact development.
Last Time the Market Was This Expensive, Investors Waited 14 Years to Break Even
In 1999, the S&P 500 peaked. Then it took 14 years to gradually recover by 2013.
Today? Goldman Sachs sounds crazy forecasting 3% returns for 2024 to 2034.
But we’re currently seeing the highest price for the S&P 500 compared to earnings since the dot-com boom.
So, maybe that’s why they’re not alone; Vanguard projects about 5%.
In fact, now just about everything seems priced near all time highs. Equities, gold, crypto, etc.
But billionaires have long diversified a slice of their portfolios with one asset class that is poised to rebound.
It’s post war and contemporary art.
Sounds crazy, but over 70,000 investors have followed suit since 2019—with Masterworks.
You can invest in shares of artworks featuring Banksy, Basquiat, Picasso, and more.
24 exits later, results speak for themselves: net annualized returns like 14.6%, 17.6%, and 17.8%.*
My subscribers can skip the waitlist.
*Investing involves risk. Past performance is not indicative of future returns. Important Reg A disclosures: masterworks.com/cd.