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Why a Workstation Sink Will Be The Best Thing in Your Kitchen
Workstation kitchen sinks are one of our favorite kitchen trends of 2019! Learn about the best features of workstation sinks and the benefits of adding one to your own home.
The Most Important Question You Need To Ask Yourself Before Remodeling
If you are considering taking on a home remodel, there are most likely a thousand questions rolling around in your mind. We know these thoughts all too well! We see anxiety and feelings of overwhelm all the time when we first meet with clients. And you know what? It isn’t surprising! Taking on a large time and financial commitment is something that should be…
Get This Unique Gift for Anyone on Your List
Stumped on what to give someone? If you have been racking your brain trying to think of something unique yet practical, we may have the solution for you. Believe it or not, there is a item that everyone can use (and hopefully love!), no matter their age or taste…
How to Use Storage Trunks for Decor in Every Room of the House
Trunks and storage chests have been used for centuries as a functional, and often beautiful, storage option. Over the years, storage trunks have evolved into a wide variety of sizes and shapes for storing items at home and…
5 Simple Tips For An Energy Efficient Home This Winter
Minnesota winters can be brutal but even as we try our hardest to stay warm, we also want to stay energy efficient! Winter is here and the chill has started to set in. We have already found ourselves walking a little faster to and from our cars and bundling up with multiple layers of sweaters. If you’re anything like us, you like…
The 12 Best Automated Cleaning Products to Keep Your Home Spotless
What if you could automate the everyday cleaning of your home? How much more free time would that give you in a day? Everyone is busy these days. With all the things the average family has to juggle each day, it isn’t surprising that cleaning can sometimes be the last priority on the list. That being said…
How to Remodel for One Level Living
Over the last few years one level living has become increasingly popular for just about every group and type of home buyer. The flexibility of one level floor plans, or two story homes with master suites and main floor laundry rooms, are…
The Best Pet & Baby Gates For Your Home
Pet gates and baby gates are part of all of our lives at some point or another! For many people those times may even coincide. The problem with many pet and baby gates is that although they may solve one problem, they seem to cause others. They can become a tripping hazard, be unstable…
How To Build A Modern Fireplace Mantel
Welcome to our “how to” for building a modern fireplace mantel! While working on the design for our recent Hilldale Avenue Home Remodel we chose to play up the modern look of the original home. With that in mind, building a custom modern fireplace mantel came naturally. Building a mantel not only offered the opportunity for a unique piece to fit the look of the space, it was also less…
3 Easy Ways to Make Your Bedroom Winter Ready
Fall is here and the leaves are changing, the air is cooler and the days are getting shorter. As winter quickly approaches, we start spending more time indoors and preparing for the holiday season ahead. Especially here in Minnesota, we know all about cold winters and with winter quickly coming, finding comfort in our homes becomes priority…
The Ultimate Guide to Aging In Place
Aging in place as been a growing topic of conversation for many people as our population continues to age. As we discussed in The Changing Housing Needs of Baby Boomers, people are looking ahead to their housing options for retirement and beyond. This is because throughout adulthood many people may take their independence for granted. The ability to move freely around without assistance from others is…
How To Design An Organized Mudroom
Could a more organized mudroom mean a happier life? We sure think so! When considering remodeling or building a new home, a mudroom is a must-have for a modern family. Unlike the entryway, where function and style are equally important, in a mudroom function is king. Mudrooms are where we enter and leave our homes the majority of the time. Having a space that offers functional features can make life easier whether you have one or ten (or more!) people in your home…
Stunning "Pop The Top" Home Addition Project
Before and after of this stunning “pop the top” second story home addition with details of each room of the project!
The Changing Housing Needs of Baby Boomers
In recent years, there has been a lot of discussion about concerns for future housing options of those in the baby boomer generation. Baby boomers are those born between 1946-1964 of which, ten thousand turn 65 every day. It has been predicted by the Census Bureau that by 2029, when the youngest of…
How To Set Up A Temporary Kitchen
Have you heard about the importance of a temporary kitchen? If you’re planning a kitchen remodel and wondering how you will feed yourself and your family during those hectic (and messy) months, then you have come to the right place. Kitchens are one of the favorite places to gather in a home. We entertain, catch up after a long day, and…
7 Simple And Inexpensive Ways To Update Your Family Room
Trying to find easy ways to update your family room? Then you’re in luck! There are lots of easy ways to breathe new life into this often used, favorite family room! Family rooms are a centerpiece of our homes. They are where we spend time with family and friends, relax after a long day, entertain the kids and enjoy late night movies. All in all, Family rooms get a lot of use! Believe it or not, if you're thinking about updating your own space, you don't have to spend an arm and a leg. There are simple and inexpensive ways to completely transform your space without remodeling, painting, or buying new furniture…
How To Remove Common Odors From Your Home
Pet odors, food odors, mold and mildew - these common odors can happen in all of our homes! Have you ever walked into a home and smelled something funky? More likely than not, it has happened to you at least once. The truth is, we all get accustomed to the smell of our own homes, and sometimes that smell isn't so pleasant. If you occasionally cook curry, or maybe enjoy smoking a cigar in your man cave, there could be lingering smells that would…
Pros And Cons Of Banquette Seating
When you go to a restaurant, do you request a table or a booth? We are booth people. There is something so cozy about sitting in a somewhat enclosed space where you aren't having anyone bump into your chair or walk past and listen in as you have a private conversation. Banquette seating refers to benches and other furniture that is often tucked against a wall and may…
Must-Have Toolkit for the DIYer and Savvy Homeowner
If you’re planning to DIY, there are some toolkit must-haves to make sure you’re prepared for whatever comes your way. The rising popularity of HGTV and DIY projects has homeowners everywhere searching for ways to save money on their home improvements. While we don't advocate that just anyone tackle home remodels - especially without construction knowledge or experience - we can all agree there are loads of basic home maintenance and DIY projects…