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September 24, 2024

Your Guide to Woodbury, MN

Located just a short drive from Saint Paul, Woodbury, MN, offers a blend of suburban charm and urban convenience. This vibrant city has grown into one of the most desirable places to live in the Twin Cities metro area, known for its excellent schools, lush parks, and a strong sense of community. Whether you're visiting for a day or considering making Woodbury your home, this guide will help you explore the best of what the city has to offer. Discover all the things that make Woodbury a standout destination below!

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December 20, 2019

A Radical Change: A Real Family's Remodeling Story

Lisa and Eric have lived in their traditional Colonial home in Minnetonka for over a decade, but the segmented layout felt dated. They dreamt of a sun-drenched kitchen and a warm, inviting space to make lasting memories with their family — so they made their dreams a reality.

December 20, 2019

Design Trends From the Fall Parade of Homes

The Parade of Homes is a great way to see the newest trends in home design and the styles that are continuing to shine. From freestanding bathtubs to statement ceilings, this year’s fall tour had no shortage of details that were sure to leave tour-goers inspired. Here are a few of the trends we spotted from Minnesota homebuilders.

November 8, 2019

Best New Homes in the Twin Cities Win 2019 Reggie Awards

Housing First Minnesota hosted the annual Building Industry Gala (BIG Night) on Oct. 25, 2019. More than 800 attendees joined together to celebrate the homebuilding and remodeling industry and to find out which homes from the Fall Parade of Homes were judged the very best — the best design, construction quality, and value.

October 4, 2019

6 Easy Ways to Make Your Home Cozy for Fall

When the air turns crisp, the leaves crunch beneath our feet, and the colors change, it’s only natural to want to cozy up your home for fall, when time spent at swimming pools and outdoor barbecues is replaced with reading by the fireplace, snuggling up on the couch for movies, and preparing for holiday entertaining.

October 2, 2019

8 Maintenance Tips for Your New Construction Home

New builds certainly come with some perks—modern floor plans, energy-efficient appliances, and “smart” features, to name a few—but just because you’re the first to call the house “home” doesn’t mean you can neglect routine maintenance duties. Once the boxes are unpacked and the family photos are hung, add these eight important tasks to your to-do list to maintain that new home feeling for years to come.

November 29, 2021

Kootenia Homes | Everything Home Minnesota Featured Builder

Builders featured on the annual Artisan Home Tour have the talent and expertise it takes to create a one-of-a-kind masterpiece. They employ the most gifted craftspeople and choose products and materials that embody quality and beauty.

Explore the companies featured in our annual Everything Home Minnesota resource guide that are committed to delivering the home of your dreams.

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November 21, 2021

Gordon James | Everything Home Minnesota Featured Builder

Builders featured on the annual Artisan Home Tour have the talent and expertise it takes to create a one-of-a-kind masterpiece. They employ the most gifted craftspeople and choose products and materials that embody quality and beauty.

Explore the companies featured in our annual Everything Home Minnesota resource guide that are committed to delivering the home of your dreams.

Builders & Remodelers
November 17, 2021

15 Outstanding Parade Homes Win Fall Reggie Awards

Since 1968, Housing First Minnesota has presented the Reggie Award℠, which recognizes excellence in design and construction of homes in the Parade of Homes. The Trillium Awards honor the associates and trade partners for their collaboration with these award-winning builders.

Home Tours
November 11, 2021

AMEK, Inc. | Everything Home Minnesota Featured Remodeler

Whether you’re looking to build from the ground up, searching for a new home that’s move-in ready, or transforming your current home, choosing the right builder or remodeler is essential.

Explore the companies featured in our annual Everything Home Minnesota resource guide that are committed to delivering the home of your dreams.

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November 2, 2021

Creative Homes, Inc. | Everything Home Minnesota Featured Builder

Whether you’re looking to build from the ground up, searching for a new home that’s move-in ready, or transforming your current home, choosing the right builder or remodeler is essential.

Explore the companies featured in our annual Everything Home Minnesota resource guide that are committed to delivering the home of your dreams.

Builders & Remodelers
October 25, 2021

Making the Most of Your Lower Level

When it comes to making the most of your lower level, the options are endless. Although some people prefer to keep things cohesive with the rest of the home, you have a lot more freedom to get creative with the design elements. Here are some room ideas to give your lower level a little personality and ensure it fits your lifestyle just right.

Design
Home Tips & Tricks
October 18, 2021

Built to Last

These six design trends have stood the test of time. Here, Twin Cities design professionals share how to incorporate them into your own home.

Design
Home Tips & Tricks
October 17, 2021

Building Futures Through Housing

The Housing First Minnesota Foundation is a nonprofit organization that builds and remodels transitional housing for Minnesotans in need. We believe every individual has worth and human dignity and deserves the basic provision of shelter as a necessity of life. Every time you visit a Dream Home on the Parade of Homes or Remodelers Showcase, you're helping to support the Foundation's work to end homelessness in Minnesota.

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October 13, 2021

Fall Home Maintenance Tips

With brightly colored leaves falling from trees and a cool breeze in the air, it’s safe to say fall is in full swing! While it’s always sad to see summer go, autumn is the last real chance to get your home ready for the coming winter. Not sure where to start? Here’s a helpful list of home maintenance tasks to complete this fall!

Home Tips & Tricks
September 29, 2021

Remodeling With a Professional

When planning your home remodel, it is important to work with a team of trustworthy professionals. Whether you are looking for a small bathroom renovation or a whole-home transformation, your remodeler will be spending a lot of time with you and your family. Hiring a professional will ensure that the process will run more smoothly, and your renovated home will perform better, look better, and live better. So, don’t let just anyone remodel your home.

Home Tips & Tricks
Remodeling
September 28, 2021

Made to Entertain

A kitchen in Edina gets a long-awaited refresh, elevating the space to match the grandeur of the 10,000-square-foot home.

Home Tours
Real Stories
September 27, 2021

A Home of Their Own

After Mark Hargis inherited his childhood home in Woodbury, a remodel updated the main living spaces to fit the needs of his family of five.

Home Tours
Real Stories
September 21, 2021

A Minimalist Home. Is It Right for You?

Brought to you by our 2021 Remodelers Showcase sponsor, Marvin.

Design