Thielen & Green was contacted by Legacy Concepts, LLC to help with the development of new Dunkin Donut(s) locations.
Thielen & Green provided architectural design services from initial concept planning through construction administration and branding support. Programming including reviewing/documenting existing conditions, developing the exterior using brand standards tailored to the location, while maintaining existing elements including reuse of the existing drive through(s). The interior included a full remodel with a few unique updates that included a group room for meetings for a location in Crystal, a mural by a local artist in Minneapolis, and a pick-up ONLY concept in Minnetonka that required specific beverage layout to the franchisee’s operation needs. Each design focused on utilizing major building components while introducing new materials as a cost-effective yet attractive solution to adaptive reuse to the existing building(s). Project construction was completed by Kindred Construction Solutions in between 2024 and 2025.
All locations utilized full BIM modeling for design review, project coordination, and clash detection, with a goal to limit field changes and expedite construction timelines.
