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Makeover in the Suburbs

This 1960's traditional two-story home was converted into an updated mid-century modern home with paint and flooring throughout including hardwood floors on the main level.  Walls separating the small kitchen, informal dining and formal dining were removed transforming the space into a hangout focused on family togetherness.  Custom cabinets galore, quartz countertops, island cooktop and modern exhaust hood as well as plenty of recessed lighting really brightened what was a rather dark uninspiring space.  

Oasis in the Woods

We call this project Oasis in the Woods, because of its amazing location surrounded by thousands of evergreen trees.  The cottage and garage have a very comfortable yet sophisticated feel offering a magnificent view from every space. 

Technology abounds with solar and geothermal power.

This four bedroom (including a spacious bunk room) 5 bath home includes two laundry centers, plenty of built-in storage, primary ensuite on the main level, luxury energy efficient appliances, Cambria quartz countertops and custom cabinetry throughout.  

Appointing the four season porch and great room are fireplaces designed with the old world charm bringing even more warmth into each space.  

Engineered random width 4 sided bevel hickory floors create harmony as you move from one space to another.

Larger than life Marvin windows bring in considerable natural light and all of the surrounding nature's scape outside.

Pole Barn a.k.a. The Salt Shack
We were hired to finish the living spaces of this amazing utility building including a custom laundry center, kitchenette with center island and Murphy bed with storage.

Kitchen

This amazing 1940's mid century home started as the previous homeowners' vision and our clients brought it to life with updates to both bathrooms, kitchen, porch and basement rec room.  They kept to the era while still changing the function and form of each space.  

We are thrilled to have been a part of bringing their vision to reality.  Now the home has cohesiveness from the moment you walk in the front door.  Check it out!

Mid Century Kitchen Plus Makeover

An Incredible Entry

Our homeowners updated their already beautiful traditional home with contemporary elements keeping things light and bright throughout.  These changes included Cambria quartz countertops and picket backsplashes in both the kitchen and parlor as well as new shaker style cabinet doors and drawers in both spaces.  Some new appliances and black light fixtures along with a sophisticated paint color really elevates these hubs of the home.

The master ensuite is spectacular!  Only light fixtures and paint were used to bring the master bedroom into harmony with the rest of the home, but the master bath received a major makeover.  The tiled bathroom floor and shower walls are a game changer paired with a dreamy above ground soaking tub truly appointing the space - quite a departure from the garden tub.  A warm neutral double vanity and nickel plumbing fixtures help to warm up the space even more.

Their traditional staircase is no more.  Now, it is a stunning custom-built head turner with black squared iron balusters and maple handrail to tie into the maple hardwood floors. WOW what an entry!

Because this family enjoys bringing friends and family together, they focused on creating areas throughout their home for small to large groups to gather including their spacious well-equipped game and TV room in the lower level.

We enjoyed being a part of this top to bottom transfiguration while bringing this family's vision to fruition.

From Traditional to Transitional

AFTER Front

This 1963 built Cape Cod style home has been brought back to life, but in a whole new way!  

A 40 plus foot front porch is so inviting and the back deck overlooking the lake couldn't be better.  LP Siding, black Marvin windows and metal roof really elevated the exterior of the home.

All three levels were reengineered to accommodate the way our homeowners wanted to live in the home giving them larger open spaces to entertain their family and friends featuring different spaces for different purposes.

Two panel doors, shiplap walls, board and batt wainscoting and crown molding help add to the warm Farmhouse period feel.  

All bathrooms received tile surrounds and built-in storage.  

The kitchen became the new focal point featuring a generous pendant appointed quartz center island, subway tile with contrasting grout backsplash, updated stainless appliances and Farmhouse themed lighting and plumbing fixtures.

Walls were realigned to create a master suite with two spacious walk-in closets and an incredible natural lit master bath with walk-in glass and tile shower.

The creation of an upper level wet bar and lower level kitchenette created multiple spaces for food and drink prep as well as entertaining.

Oh!  And the view from the upper level deck is the best view from the house.


Cape Cod Turned Farmhouse

1980's Kitchen and Dining Makeover

What a transformation for our homeowners!  We came alongside them and opened the wall separating their formal dining room and kitchen creating one large amazing space.  Their family now enjoys stylish custom built and stained cabinets (and a lot of them), gorgeous Cambria countertops, all new appliances, luxury vinyl plank flooring, updated lighting and an incredible center eat-at island.  

1980's Makeover

Townhome Makeover

This project was a major makeover including paint and flooring throughout with separator walls removed in the kitchen to create an open space to informal dining and the family room.  Custom cabinets with painted uppers and walnut stained lowers and center island.  Quartz countertops with slight veining really helped make the space bright.  Some recessed lighting and pendants above the island appointed the space well.

Top to Bottom Townhome Makeover

Refashioned Eagan Kitchen

Because the homeowners didn't want to change their kitchen cabinet layout, we decided to wrap the boxes in white, which were solid oak and give them new concealed slow close hidden hinge cabinet doors and drawer fronts in a shaker style.  We also converted some cabinets into drawer units to help prevent the ole' bend and search.  A beautiful Tribeca Gypsom porcelain tile backsplash for eye-catching glamour.  

Gorgeous Cabinetry, Backsplash and Quartz Countertops

Our homeowners' vision for this charming 1913 farmhouse style home included taking a pantry, entry and kitchen space and creating a warm and inviting as well as functional space with storage galore, a half bath and built-in lockers.  Also part of the update was creating a family room, 3/4 bath and laundry in their unfinished basement.  

The key was to not depart from the period of the home, but yet bring in some modern touches with stained birch cabinets, quartz countertops, new appliances, recessed lighting, placing a farmhouse style sink at the kitchen window all while maximizing space for storage.  The family now has two additional bathrooms, an entry with built-in lockers, a laundry center and family room.

A 1913 Farmhouse Update

New Garage Build

Lower Level Remodel

Minnesota families need a place to hang out when the weather is foreboding and there's no better place than a basement.  It's important to not depart from the theme and finishes of the other levels of the home.

Lighting is everything when it comes to a home and especially in a below ground level.  

Basements

When we showed up the homeowner had gutted the space and we took over installing shaker style cabinets, two different granite countertops, eat-at center island, new stainless appliances, recessed lighting, appointing pendants above the island and period style vinyl floor.  All bringing the  space to life!

1900's Craftsman Kitchen Rescue

Decks

Who doesn't want to be outside when the weather's cooperating?  Being elevated off the ground brings a whole new perspective and provides a view for relaxation.

There are many no-maintenance materials available at different price points as well as colors and features.  No more staining or painting!!

If you want a deck to last, use good quality materials including railings.  The big box stores can only offer a certain level of performance and we prefer railings from our friends at Minnesota Vinyl - a local based railing manufacturer.  

Decks Are a Must

Shiplap Entry

Sometimes the smallest changes can transform a space like an amazing three panel double French door, vertical shiplap in a front entry or a subtle board and batt wall.  

Or maybe the carpet needs to go and a new flooring such as luxury vinyl plank is installed to bring warmth and character to a room.

All serve to elevate the space.

Special Home Features

1970's Conversion to Mid Century

From the start, our homeowners had a vision to refashion their 70's home to a sophisticated and updated mid-century vibe.  The staircase is certainly the focal point of the home and refashioning it with solid oak treads and an updated metal railing appoints the space nicely.  

The storage cabinet separating the kitchen and informal dining area had to go so we could open up the two adjacent spaces.  Homeowners chose a great option for changing the look of your cabinetry that otherwise is in good condition by vinyl wrapping the existing cabinets and and also adding drawers and pull-outs for a big step in efficiency.  

The beautiful Cambria quartz countertops are stunningly elegant yet distinctively durable and help reflect more light into the space.  

A herringbone backsplash accentuates the mid century look by bringing the metals and materials together. 

Additional storage was created in the informal dining room with a custom built-in buffet also vinyl wrapped and finished with a natural solid walnut butcher block countertop.  

The base trim was replaced with stained 4 1/4" and luxury vinyl plank was laid throughout the main level and staircase landing.

This home is a BIG win for mid-century styling!

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