Is your bedroom at the bottom of your remodeling checklist? Is it sporting a mixed bag of hand-me-downs and dated furniture? Bedrooms are meant to be peaceful and serene, an everyday getaway. Instead, many of us treat our master bedrooms as pseudo offices, laundry rooms, home gyms, and catch-all spaces. Retreating to a room that’s a design afterthought and filled with clutter hardly sounds like any way to relax! Want…
Kitchen Design Trends: Accent Lights
Modern kitchens are more than just a place to prepare family dinner; they’re the home’s center, ground zero, the spot where family and guests are sure to gather. As homes have moved more towards open concept floor plans and flowing family great rooms, the once humble kitchen has undergone a style revitalization. Linoleum floors were replaced by hardwood, pastel appliances abandoned for sleek stainless steel, laminate countertops overtaken by granite and quartz, and…
Selecting Your Bathtub of Choice: Comparing Freestanding Tubs to Built-ins | Bathroom Remodeler Twin Cities and St Paul MN
Thinking of remodeling your bathroom? In addition to decisions of layout and style, choosing your bathtub of choice will be a major part of what brings your room together. Unless you plan on skipping the bathtub all-together in favor of a shower only, you have two main areas to choose from — the freestanding tub or the built-in tub. Below is a quick comparison of the two: Freestanding Tubs Freestanding models…
The Top 10 Remodeling Trends for 2015 | Remodeler & Builder Saint Paul MN
The new year is always exciting! Even more so when you have something new to look forward to. If you need some inspiration as you begin planning a 2015 remodeling project, here are 10 trends predicted to be strong as homeowners remodel this year! Soaking tubs are in — putting freestanding showers and shower-tub combs actually on the decline. Check out some great examples of beautiful soaking tubs here. When…
Make the Most of Outdoor Living in Minnesota – Enhancing Your Yard & Home
Before we know it, summer will hit the Twin Cities and we’ll be spending as much time as possible outdoors. Now is the time to prepare your yard and home so you can enjoy the warm weather when it arrives rather than using those beautiful days to tackle projects! Here are 5 great ideas to getting the most out of your home and yard during the outdoor season here in…
Home Remodeling Trends for 2013 | Saint Paul Remodeling
Remodeling a home always has its own custom direction, but every few years there are trends seen throughout the industry. Based on how families function today, the use of technology, eco-friendly product availability, and the economic direction of our country, here are some trends that will likely be seen in home remodeling throughout 2013. 1. Healthier and more Eco-Friendly Homes Green materials and sustainability have finally become mainstream, proving that…
Planning For Your Home Addition
Have you outgrown your space? If your home no longer feels like it fits your needs, it may be time to consider a home renovation or addition. We love taking an existing space and renovating it to perfectly meet the requirements of the homeowners who live there. However, as you prepare for your home improvement project, there are some important considerations before you can get started. Check out our preparation…
Home Additions
While we love all of our projects, both big and small, one of our favorite undertakings is an addition. We love to dig in deep and transform a home from a good place to live a great place, perfectly specific to the family in residence. Yet, sometimes an addition or a large-scale remodel can seem like a daunting task. To get started, begin by developing your wish list for the…
Outdoor Entertaining
With the weather warming up, it is tempting to move your entertaining outdoors. However, before you head outside, spruce up or add to your exterior living spaces. Add panache to your outdoors with these helpful hints: Add Furniture: Seating is key to any entertaining event! Arrange seating conversationally, as you would inside the home, to encourage discussion and relaxation spaces. Don’t forget to consider the size of your space –…
Interior Painting Tips
A fresh coat of paint can do wonders for any room of your house! Give your existing shade a lift or paint an entirely new color. This little change can help you bring new excitement into your home. With so many paint color options, there is something for everyone these days, from bold to very light neutrals. We know that painting isn’t always easy or on the top of your…