Agree or disagree: spring cleaning and deep cleaning are necessary evils to maintain a happy home. Just think about it… As spring comes, so do graduation parties, summer cookouts and lots of entertaining. For some people it can also mean a time to find a new home and getting their home ready to list for sale. There are so many reasons why keeping up with cleaning is so important and at times the cleaning checklist can feel like it’s never-ending. I am not going to lie…
The Best Resources To Help You Plan Your Dream Kitchen
If you’re planning to remodel your kitchen, you might be overwhelmed with all the details. We get it! That is exactly why we have pulled together all of the best information and resources in one place to help you plan your dream kitchen…
21 Simple And Effective Laundry Room Storage Ideas
Finding the best laundry room storage ideas is a take I take very seriously. That’s because our laundry rooms are a small space with a big job! Lots of work happens in your laundry room. That’s why simple and effective storage solutions can make a huge difference in the overall function. If you’re looking to add more storage solutions to improve…
How To Choose The Best Towel Warmer For Your Bathroom & Our Top Picks
Looking for the best towel warmer to keep you warm and cozy year round? Then you have come to the right place! Let’s be honest, the thought of stepping out of a warm shower into the cold morning air is something most of us dread. Luckily, there is an easy way to keep your those warm feelings just a little while longer with one simple addition to your bathroom: A towel warmer!
Do You Need To Install A Storm Door On Your House?
The other day a friend reached out to me to ask, “Do you need to have a storm door?”. As I talked with her about my personal thoughts on adding a storm door to a front entry door…
The Best Way To Save Thousands On Your Remodel
If remodeling your kitchen, bathroom, basement, or even your whole home has been on your mind, what has been holding you back? For many people the sticking point is the cost. Believe it or not, there is a way to save thousands on your home remodel, and it doesn’t have anything to do using cheaper materials or compromising on what you want…
How To Choose The Best Island For Your Kitchen
Remodeling a kitchen is a complicated process that involves what can feel like endless decisions. In almost every kitchen remodel appointment we attend, clients seem to tell us they want to incorporate an island into their…
The Best Resources To Help You Estimate Your Remodel Cost
If you’re looking for the best ways to estimate the cost of your home remodel online, you have come to the right place! Without picking up the phone or meeting with a contractor, you can easily find average costs for home projects to begin estimating your remodel…
7 Things I'll Do Differently in the Design of My Second Home
I’m sure you’re familiar with the saying: “You don’t know what you don’t know”. That statement couldn’t ring more true to me than when I consider the purchase of my first home. It was 12 years ago, I was moving back to Minnesota from California and I wanted to find somewhere in one weekend. I had been renting and …
Should You Buy New Construction or Custom Build Your Home?
Here in Minnesota, like so many areas in the country, we have really felt the impact of the housing shortage. People hoping to find their first home are struggling to find options within their budget, and many looking for their second homes were seeing a lack of affordable options…
Why You Need to Always Avoid Open Shelving in the Kitchen
True or False: Open shelving isn’t the best solution for every room in the house. I want to get real for a minute. We need to have a heart-to-heart. I care about all of you, and more specifically I care that you have a functional home. Because I care I have to tell you this: Don’t put open shelving in your kitchen…
How to Give Your Spindles a Contemporary Facelift
I was just thinking, have you ever counted how many times per day do you go up and down your stairs? I currently live in a row home and as a result I probably go up and down the stairs in my home at least 15 times everyday. Railings are something I think most of us take for granted, until they aren’t there. It is so important…
How to Identify Your Priorities to Have a Successful Home Remodel
Repeat after me: Preparation is key! If you have ever remodeled your home before, you will agree that remodeling is definitely a learning experience. We say this with humility as we have had our fair share of difficult learning experiences along the way with our own projects! If you’re considering a home remodel, your excitement to pick tile or flooring may sometimes have you missing important…
Amazing Modern Black Faucets and Hardware You'll Love
Our favorite modern matte black kitchen and bathroom faucets and coordinating cabinet hardware to tie it all together!
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…