March is wrapping up, which means we’re here to report on the 2018 Spring Parade of Homes in Minnesota! Hosted by the Builder’s Associated of the Twin Cities (BATC), the Parade of Homes is an exciting bi-annual event that allows builders, designers, prospective homeowners, or any member of the public to tour homes in Minnesota. […]
Building a custom home is an undeniably thrilling experience. There’s nothing more exciting than picturing your family moving into the home you designed to perfection. But something that shouldn’t be neglected — even in the planning stages — is considering your custom home’s future resale value. No matter how far away, when the time […]
The process of buying a home is exciting for everyone involved. Everybody wants to find the home of their dreams, and in today’s world, there are more options than ever. When it comes to buying luxury homes in Minnesota, there are two main options: building a custom home or buying a model home. Luckily, we’ve […]
When you’re moving into a custom-built home, it’s important to consider every family member for your design — including your pets. Dogs, cats and other four-legged companions have unique needs that you may be able to work around in a pre-built home, but designing from scratch provides a way to address them individually. Whether you’re […]
As the Baby Boomers reach retirement age, their needs at home change. A big backyard, kid-sized rooms, and a swing set just aren’t as appealing as they might be for people actively raising children. Your twilight years should happen in a home that’s designed with you in mind. Comfort and convenience are top priorities when […]
There’s no escaping the fact that the days are getting shorter as the summer comes to a close. So how do you make the most out of dwindling sunlight? If you have a custom-designed home, you could have daylight savings built right into the windows, walls, and layout of your structure. How? A few design […]
The average homeowner uses their kitchen sink dozens of times per day, so it’s important to make sure your sink set up suits you and your family’s needs. From washing giant sauce pans to rinsing all the vegetables, your sink choice could determine whether you become a skilled home chef or a takeout connoisseur. One […]
No matter where you go in your home, your floor is there to support you. It’s something you see and feel throughout the day, and if it’s a high-quality material, it will last for years. Anyone who’s ever spent time in a flooring store knows that the amount of choices can quickly become overwhelming. How […]
After you build a custom home, will your most frequent guests be friends, family or more unwelcome visitors like dirt, debris and clutter? Unless you’re careful, you might invite a mess into your home if you don’t have a mudroom. This is space that serves as the perfect transition from the wild outdoors to a […]
Whether you’re a connoisseur or a wine newbie, adding a wine cellar to your new home build can make it feel like a retreat to Napa Valley. Vino-lovers are sure to enjoy having an ideal environment for storage, and the convenience of having complex wine flavors close at hand. There’s a wine for every occasion, […]