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What Is Design-Build? (And Why It Might Save Your Remodel)

Design-build is a remodeling method where one company handles both the design and construction of your project. Instead of hiring an architect, then finding a contractor, then hoping they communicate well, you work with a single team from start to finish. If you’ve ever heard horror stories about remodeling projects going over budget or dragging […]

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12 Home Addition Ideas That Actually Make Sense for Your Family

Your family has outgrown your house. Maybe it happened slowly, kids getting older, work-from-home becoming permanent, or your parents moving closer and needing a place to stay. Maybe it hit you all at once when you realized there’s nowhere to escape for five minutes of quiet. Either way, you’re looking at two options: move or […]

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Open Concept Kitchen: Is It Right for Your Minnesota Home?

You’ve been scrolling through Pinterest for weeks. Every dream kitchen you save has one thing in common: wide open spaces flowing seamlessly from cooking to living areas. No walls boxing you in. No feeling cut off from your family while you’re making dinner. An open concept kitchen looks incredible in photos. In Minnesota, we face […]

Bathroom Storage Solutions for Tight Spaces: 15 Clever Ideas That Actually Work

If you’re struggling with bathroom clutter in a compact space, you’re not alone. Most Minnesota homes, especially those built in the mid-20th century around Lakeville and the Twin Cities, feature bathrooms that prioritize efficiency over storage. The average small bathroom is only 5×8 feet. This size makes homeowners think about where to store towels, toiletries, […]

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The Ultimate Basement Finishing Guide: Costs, Timeline & Design Ideas

Your unfinished basement represents hundreds of square feet of untapped potential. That space could be generating real value for your family, and recouping 70-75% of its cost at resale according to Remodeling Magazine’s Cost vs. Value Report. This guide covers everything you need to know: realistic costs, timelines, design ideas, and steps to get started […]

Artisan Home Tour: June 21 – 23

In a seamless collaboration between College City Design Build and KASA Interior Design, this 1978 European-style home was transformed into an organic, modern-day chalet complete with relaxing vibes and a strong connection to nature.

Remodel Showcase this Weekend! Fri-Sunday 12-6 PM

Come see us this weekend Friday April 5th 12-6 PM thru Sunday April 7th 12-6 PM. Kitchen Remodel and Family Room Addition Located at 9108 Toledo Road, Bloomington.

Remodel Showcase this Weekend! Fri-Sunday 12-6 PM

Come see us this weekend Friday October 2nd 12-6 PM thru Sunday October 4th 12-6 PM. Lower Level Finish in Lakeville located at 16759 Diamonte Path in Lakeville!

COVID-19

To our current clients. Your home/project will continue to be worked on with the following precautions we’ve added to your job site: We are using plastic barriers to isolate the work area from the home

Remodel Showcase Starts this Weekend! Friday-Sunday 12-6 September 27-29

Come visit us at the Remodel Showcase this weekend. We’ll be at the following addresses:15516 Bryant Avenue in Burnsville and 1576 Ashbury Place in Eagan.

Fall Remodel Showcase Oct. 2nd-Oct. 4th!

Come visit us at the Parade of Homes Remodel Showcase Friday from 1-7PM and Saturday (2nd) and Sunday (4th) from Noon to 6!

Spring Remodel Showcase March 27th-29th!

Come visit us at the Parade of Homes Remodel Showcase Friday March 27th from 1-7PM and Saturday (27th) and Sunday (28th) from Noon to 6!
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