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!
Take a look around your house. If you’re anything like most families, you may see a lived-in and loved home — scratches on the door from the dog, a broken cabinet handle where your son pulled too hard, and scuffs on the wall from balls bounced back and forth.
A home captures thousands of little memories, but that doesn’t mean you need to live with each bump and bruise life brings. Whether your home needs an update because your design tastes have changed or your lifestyle warrants a complete restructure of the floor plan, it may be time for a remodel.
Knowing when to remodel, where to start, and how to kick off a big project can be intimidating. Here are four benefits to remodeling with a professional to keep in mind.
What's trending in the world of home transformations and renovations? Twin Cities builders and remodelers break down the remodeling trends they’re anticipating this year.
You've been dreaming of remodeling your home for months, and the time has finally come to get the project underway. While it might be tempting to dive right in, the first step is to find a qualified, reputable remodeling pro. After all, the contractor you pick can make — or break — your remodeling project. So, how do you ensure you end up with the best contractor for the job? By asking the right questions! Here are nine questions to ask when looking for a professional remodeler.
Are you ready to make updates to your home? Hire a professional remodeler to make sure the job is done the right way.
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.
From reading nooks to dual-purpose workstations, Twin Cities housing professionals sound off on tips for reimagining your spaces—no matter how small.
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.
Ready to upgrade or install a new fireplace in your home? It's time to make a few decisions to narrow down your options. We've asked the experts at Fireside Hearth & Home to share their top 3 elements to consider.
In 2023, we celebrated our 75th anniversary of the Parade of Homes and our 10th anniversary of the Artisan Home Tour, AND we launched a second Artisan Home Tour in the fall. Our home tours are a long-loved tradition by many Minnesotans and have continuously grown in popularity amongst homebuyers and home enthusiasts alike. As the largest and longest-running Parade of Homes in the nation, we're proud to continue our legacy of top-tier home tours in 2024 and beyond. This year, we've got a few changes coming your way!
The selections are in, and you won’t want to miss the Fall 2019 Dream Homes! These are the homes that are ready to WOW you. The ones you’re pinning on Pinterest and ogling over in magazines. And they’re the perfect place to grab inspiration for your home. This year, there are five new homes and four remodeled homes hand-selected as Dream Homes. Plus, each time you visit a Dream Home, your $5 admission supports the BATC-Housing First Minnesota Foundation’s work as it builds and renovates transitional housing facilities for Minnesota’s homeless, veterans, and others in need.
Painting or papering the walls of your home is one of the simplest, most cost-effective changes to make when you’re craving a refresh of your spaces. And thanks to new techniques, materials, and designs, you are only limited by your imagination—or the height of your walls. “Now is the time to express yourself,” says Kathy Basil of Hirshfield’s. “There has never been a better variety.” Here, the manager of the Minneapolis family-owned design shop talks top trends that will add “wow” to your walls.
From nightly dinners to annual holiday parties, you and your family spend a lot of time in the kitchen. Make it a space you’re excited to step into every day with gadgets and appliances that help you work smarter, not harder, and infuse the heart of your home with a dose of personality.
The 32 homes on the Artisan Home Tour are overflowing with design inspiration, so we know that after you finish touring, you'll be itching to incorporate some of the trends and styles into your home. That's why Galleria put together this decor guide to help you transform your home and bring the artisan styles you see on the tour into your own space! Find your favorite styles here, then shop the 11 home furnishing and decor options all under one roof at Galleria.
Galleria is the place for home furnishings & decor. Shop 11 home furnishing and decor options all under one roof.
Ready to be wowed? The sixth annual Artisan Home Tour starts June 7! This year you have the chance to tour 21 spectacular new homes and 11 incredible remodeled homes on the Artisan Home Tour by Parade of Homes. You’ll see innovative technology, high-end finishes, and the latest home inspiration from the region’s most exclusive builders and remodelers.
Imagine the beginning of your workday starts like this: You wake up, shower, brew a cup of coffee, and walk to your office—less than 10 feet away from your bedroom (yoga pants optional but encouraged). It sounds too good to be true, but this scenario isn’t far from reality for the increasing number of people who choose to freelance or telecommute, meaning home offices are becoming a “must have” rather than a “nice to have” on the checklists of today’s homeowners. “If it’s designed well and if it’s designed in a way that’s going to make you productive, you are probably working less and getting more done,” says Maggie Tarr, owner of Margaret Jane Design Group. Here, the interior designer and architect shares her tips for creating a space that makes you feel inspired and excited to get down to business.
With the snow melted, now is the time to plan your spring home maintenance chores. It’s especially important in Minnesota where our dry winters bring plenty of snow, ice, and cold followed by hot and humid summers. If you took care of your home last fall, then your springtime efforts will be primarily looking for problems brought on by winter weather. Here’s a handy checklist to get you started.
Myths and misconceptions are as commonplace as mosquitos in Minnesota. You’ve probably heard a few about buying a newly built home, too. But don’t let those scare you away, building a new home is one of the most exciting and rewarding things you can do. Here are five of the most common myths that we’re ready to debunk.
Amanda and Craig have moved around a bit with their careers, but with two young boys, Drennen and Garrett (now 12 and 8), they decided it was time to settle down in one place. They knew their current home in Alabama wasn’t quite where they wanted to be. They discussed the West Coast, where they had lived for a while, and Craig was pushing for Chicago. But Amanda wasn’t convinced until she discovered Minnesota. “I visited Minneapolis for a work convention and fell in love,” she exclaims.
Tile is essential to many a bathroom, kitchen, or mudroom project, and with so many options on the market today, there’s no reason to settle for bland designs. Whether you’re pining for a new backsplash, ready to cozy up in front of a reimagined fireplace, or dreaming of a laundry room that’s both functional and stylish, these seven trends will elevate your indoor and outdoor spaces.
