Transparency is a key fixture in today's business world. Companies around the world are starting to understand the importance of being fair and honest with consumers. Having transparent and fair values within an organization can go a long way towards helping businesses attract more consumers — who appreciate the additional insight and fairness — as [...]
A fireplace holds a special place in a home. Around a fireplace, memories are made, stories are told, and the company around that fireplace is some of the best you'll find. Imagine for a moment that it is a cold, dark midwestern evening in the dead of winter. Just one look outside is enough to [...]
Perhaps what is most impressive about this month's Minnesota Builder to Know — Ispiri — is how they've managed to not only be one of the top design and build firms in the area, but they also offer exceptional landscaping and renew services. While some home builders who offer landscaping services as well may struggle [...]
With today's Minnesota Builder to Know, we'll look at Denali Custom Homes located in Wayzata. Minnesota is certainly home to some exceptional home builders, and Denali is no exception - with their one size doesn't fit all approach, they've created some genuinely gorgeous houses for many Minnesota families. Let's get to know a little more [...]
Around the country, there are some great companies, organizations, and even people within the homebuilding and remodeling industry who are working hard to make sure that eco-friendly and sustainable practices are put in place. But, perhaps no area of the country does it better than the Midwest. There is a rich history in this area [...]
Welcome back to the MR Timbers blog! Every now and then, we like to show off some of the great homes that have used our reclaimed wood in their construction. Today we'll look at a Gonyea Custom Home in Shorewood, Minnesota that we were fortunate enough to be a part of! The home turned out [...]
Today's Local Business Association Spotlight is centered on the WPO (Women Presidents' Organization). While the WPO is far from a small organization (its reach is global), the association does have multiple chapters in Minnesota. So, without further adieu, here is what makes the WPO one of the top organizations for women business leaders in the [...]
One of the most difficult parts of any remodel or home build is figuring out the color combination to go with between your cabinets and your flooring in your kitchen. While yes, there are plenty of different styles and colors you can go with that all look great, you still want to make sure you [...]
In this installment of our MR Timbers Featured Project Series, we're highlighting this unique Bunkhouse project courtesy of the talented people over at Mark D. Williams Custom Homes. They're an award-winning, third-generation family operation in the Twin Cities with over 40 years of experience under their belt. Despite being in the business of custom homes [...]
Manomin was featured on Houzz. Check out the feature highlighting matching floor stain and cabinets: "Matching the floor stain color is one of the most challenging phases of a project. If you’ve got original floors and plan to refinish just the kitchen — or are laying new wood floors to match the old for continuity [...]