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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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March 8, 2024

Spring Tour Community Pop-Up Events

The Parade of Homes invites you to join us for special pop-up events throughout the Twin Cities that celebrate new construction and growing communities. There is something to keep everyone entertained — adults and kids alike! See you on the tour!

February 27, 2024

Inside Zoë François' Minneapolis Kitchen

Pastry chef, best-selling cookbook author, Instagram phenom, and TV star Zoë François lives and works in her Minneapolis kitchen. "Work from home" has a bit of a different meaning for Zoë. Her singular kitchen, which sits in the rear of her Kenwood house, is not only the heart of the home, but her office. In a sense.

February 19, 2024

Seven Dream Homes Featured on the Spring Parade of Homes and Remodelers Showcase

Your perfect dream home is here! This year, 6 new construction homes and 1 remodeled home were chosen for the Spring 2024 Dream Homes. The epitome of class and refinement, these gorgeous homes are the best place to find inspiration and current trends. Admission to each home is $5 at the door, and every penny supports the Housing First Minnesota Foundation in providing homes for veterans and other Minnesotans in need of homes.

February 13, 2024

How to Design & Organize Your Dream Walk-In Closet

Ready to level up your closet game? We asked an expert at Scherer Custom Closets to share the best-kept secrets to crafting a well-organized, functional, and spacious closet. Angie Curd, a senior design consultant, gave us a few insights into designing the perfect walk-in closet.

February 6, 2024

Your Guide to Hosting for Game Day

No matter what sport or team you're an enthusiast for, most people love getting together with friends for game day. But watching the event is only half the fun. Being a top-notch host involves plenty of behind-the-scenes execution to set the stage. Here are our tips for designing an entertainer's den and keeping everyone happy during game day — no matter the score.

February 5, 2024

6 Steps to Buying a New Home

Owning a home remains a key component of the American dream. It’s the place where you create cherished memories. It’s your sanctuary in an increasingly hectic world. It’s a reflection of your lifestyle, your tastes, and your style.

February 1, 2024

Six Steps to Stress-Free Remodeling

Whether you're looking to make some minor improvements to a single room or ready to gut an entire part of the house—remodeling can be an overwhelming process if you're not prepared. But don't worry, we've pulled together our top six tips for a smooth and stress-free experience.

April 26, 2022

Remodeling For Small Spaces

From reading nooks to dual-purpose workstations, Twin Cities housing professionals sound off on tips for reimagining your spaces—no matter how small.

Builders & Remodelers
Remodeling
April 22, 2022

Relaxing Retreats

Eight design trends and ideas to create a spa-like bedroom and en suite bathroom at home.

Design
Home Tips & Tricks
April 20, 2022

See The Light, Not Your Neighbor

Brought to you by our 2022 Remodelers Showcase sponsor, Marvin.

Home Tips & Tricks
April 8, 2022

Finding the Right Remodeler for You

Before you decide to remodel your home, make sure you do your due diligence in selecting the appropriate remodeler. This quick guide will help you find the right remodeling company to meet your needs and ensure your peace of mind.

Builders & Remodelers
Remodeling
April 6, 2022

Blue La La

French country charm meets modern luxury in this 7,000-square-foot home remodel in Inver Grove Heights.

Builders & Remodelers
Home Tours
Real Stories
April 3, 2022

A Vision In White

When the Von Vetts purchased their two-story Colonial in Edina, the kitchen hadn’t been updated in decades, but this young family of three was able to see the possibilities.

Builders & Remodelers
Home Tours
Real Stories
March 21, 2022

Keeping Your Home Tidy and Organized

Key spaces to incorporate into your home to keep it mess- and stress-free, plus tips for staying tidy.

Home Tips & Tricks
March 17, 2022

2022 Spring Parade of Homes Press Coverage

Catch up on all the places the 2022 Spring Parade of Homes Twin Cities has been covered in the news.

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February 24, 2022

Signs to Buy New

Deciding if a new construction home is for you might be simpler than you think. Here are five signs that it’s time to buy new.

Home Tips & Tricks
February 22, 2022

Introducing the Parade of Homes First-Time Homebuyer $10K Giveaway

The Parade of Homes has a proud legacy of providing homeownership opportunities in our state. In our continued commitment to expanding the opportunity for homeownership for everyone, everywhere in our state, we’re pleased to launch the Parade of Homes First-Time Homebuyer $10K Giveaway!

Housing News
February 18, 2022

Dream Homes Featured on the Spring Parade of Homes & Remodelers Showcase

These six stunning homes on the 2022 Spring Parade of Homes and Remodelers Showcase have been hand-selected by our Housing First Minnesota Foundation as this spring’s Dream Homes.

Five breathtaking new homes will leave you in awe, plus don’t miss one incredible Remodeled Dream Home the final weekend of the tour.

Your $5 tax-deductible entry fee to each of these five homes will go to support the work of the Housing First Minnesota Foundation building and renovating transitional housing facilities for Minnesota’s homeless, veterans, and others in need. Visiting all the homes? An all-access pass is now available (online only!) so you can save when touring all six homes. Learn more about the Foundation and purchase your tickets in advance here >>

Home Tours
February 8, 2022

Spring 2022 | Calendar of Events

Don’t miss these special events put on by select builders and remodelers during the 2022 spring tour! These events will introduce you to the teams behind the homes on the tour, the latest design trends, and much more.

Home Tours
December 10, 2021

Nor-Son Custom Builders | 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