Whether you've been dreaming of a house with wood walls, are in the middle of a construction project currently, or just moved into a house with beautiful exposed wood, we've got you covered. Today we'll be breaking down some reclaimed wood wall ideas. These ideas will vary from simple to more complex, but each of them would work in almost any house. Let's dive [...]

Hey there! Welcome to another edition of Minnesota Builder to Know. This week we're talking about Lands End Development. After reading through this post, we'd highly recommend and encourage you to head on over to read some of the content we've created on our blog. There's plenty of helpful posts and fun reads! You're sure to be able to find some more helpful and [...]

This month on MN Builder to know we're talking about Lake Country Builders. This series of posts is one of our favorites because it gives us the ability to share some of the best applications of reclaimed wood on the market. If you're in the market for reclaimed wood, then we'd love it if you'd reach out to us or browse our website for [...]

Hey there folks, and welcome back to another installment of the Minnesota Builder to Know series! Today, we're going to be talking about Wes Hanson Builders of Crosslake, Minnesota. If this is your first time to the blog, then we highly recommend browsing our blog for past articles from this series. We also have loads of other blogs that offer in-depth advice for interior [...]

One of the most often neglected parts of the home is the ceiling. But that shouldn't be such a surprise. Just think about it, how often are you looking directly up at the ceiling in your own home? Probably not very often. Reclaimed wood ceiling panels will change that. BUT, we're here to tell you that times are changing. In fact, homeowners today are [...]

Welcome, welcome, welcome to yet another Minnesota Builder to Know blog. Today, we're going to be talking about ADŌR Homes (Formerly known as Kroiss Development), and what makes them one of the premier builders in the Metro Area and beyond. First up, let's break down a brief overview of ADŌR Homes before getting into their process and some of their homes you should check [...]

Reclaimed wood beams are a great way to spruce up your home with a unique and warm feature. These beautifully crafted beams add a whole new sense of character to any home, in more ways than one. These beams aren't for everyone, but that's the point. When it comes to unique home features, if everyone had them, they wouldn't be so unique, would they? [...]

Your home is full of details, features, and possessions that make it truly your home.Not only this, but your home is full of memories.Memories of your family growing up there. Memories of neighbors and friends coming over. Memories of good times. And memories of bad times. How's the saying go, again? You can't have the good without the bad. Your home is unique to [...]

We hear the term "sustainable" being thrown around all over the place these days. And while too much sustainability isn't a bad thing—as we should all aspire to cut back on the resources we are using—the opportunity for greenwashing is more prevalent than ever. Greenwashing refers to businesses making false claims about how sustainable, eco-friendly, and environmentally-friendly their products or services are. This is [...]

Incorporating reclaimed wood into your home is a great way to add a fresh, unique look without breaking the budget. In addition to being eco-friendly, reclaimed wood ideas are a great way to get the whole family involved in an exciting project that can bring more life to your home. Even though we cover lots of other fun projects in our blog, today we're [...]

Many homebuilders promise — or even guarantee — that they'll deliver high-quality results while treating their clients fair and with respect, day-in-and-day-out, project after project, some deliver and some do not on this promise. However, here in the Midwest, many of the home builders are passionate about what they do and want to make sure their clients are not just satisfied with the results [...]

When it comes to decorating for the holidays, there may be no better focal-point for decor than your fireplace mantel. And it makes sense too. Naturally, a fireplace is already the centerpiece of many homes. So, why shouldn't it be the centerpiece for your holiday spirit? Your fireplace is where you'll find the most warmth within your home. It's where you'll gather together with loved [...]