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Over the summer, we shared a sneak peek of this gorgeous new construction in Minnetonka. Today, we’re thrilled to feature photos of the fully complete and furnished home!

Finished in a transitional style, this home is warm and timeless throughout. Our favorite design details from this project include the soft cream tones, warm wood, subtle use of patterns, wall paneling, and eclectic bookcases.

A marriage of traditional and contemporary styles, each space is beautifully balanced. We love how clean, elegant, and calm this home feels; it is a true sanctuary. Want to explore more photos of this sophisticated new construction? Scroll below to view the full gallery!

Are you dreaming about building your next home? Please get in touch with our team to get started – we’d love to help make your plans a reality!

Autumn in the Midwest is beautiful, but the cooling temps often mean hosting shifts to the indoors. As the seasons change, backyard barbeques and afternoons on the patio are replaced by football parties and holiday celebrations. Today, we thought it would be fun to share our favorite inviting spaces for entertaining.

From elegant dinner parties to causal cocktail hours, cozy family gatherings to marathon baking days, game nights by the fire to impromptu dinners with friends – our clients have created gorgeous spaces designed around every entertaining style. Scroll through the photo gallery below to be inspired by their lovely homes!

Is your home hosting ready? If you’re feeling limited by your space, it would be our pleasure to help you create a game plan. Our team has been making our client’s dream homes a reality for over thirty years – give us a call!

Parade of Homes Spring Remodelers Showcase
3 Days Only: April 5-7 from 12-6 pm 
R40 – 146 Benton Avenue, Wayzata, MN

Spring is in bloom in the Twin Cities, which means it’s time for the Parade of Homes Remodelers Showcase. For three days only this April, our team is excited to share this gorgeous whole home remodel in Wayzata!

The client’s goal for this renovation was to update the home with modern amenities while preserving its 1930s charm. To create more space, we built an addition, which allowed for a new staircase, garage, and mudroom.

The main floor features a beautiful new kitchen with an open floor plan, a center island, and incredible built-ins. All-new hardwood floors, windows, trim, cabinets, tile, and fireplaces continue throughout the bright main level.

Moving upstairs, the bedrooms were reconfigured to accommodate larger closets, including a walk-in closet in the primary suite. Outside, a new portico ups the exterior’s curb appeal!

You don’t want to miss your chance to explore this breathtaking home – everything flows beautifully inside and out. Want a little sneak preview? Scroll below for more photos!

If you love rustic design, then you have to see this sunny modern farmhouse renovation. We recently helped these homeowners update their main level, and we can’t get enough of their warm, bright, farmhouse-inspired style!

This home has a beautiful sense of flow; each space coordinates with the next with repeated use of warm wood, crisp whites, clean lines, and classic black hardware. A few of our favorite features from this remodel include the rustic wood range hood, fun schoolhouse-style accents, the organized kitchen and mudroom cabinets, and the cozy living room fireplace.

Want to explore more of this stunning home renovation? Scroll below to see all of the photos! Are you planning a remodel? Reach out to our team to get your project started!

Today, we are so excited to share this refined traditional home remodel. These lovely homeowners are repeat clients (we previously renovated their owner’s suite bathroom), and it was a pleasure to help them update their Mendota Heights main level.

This classic home was charming, but the dark wood and furnishings looked dated. Our first move was to expand the kitchen and mudroom with an addition. From there, we brightened up the entire main level with fresh paint. The refinished molding, staircase railing, and ceiling panels completely transform the space – it feels like a new home!

We mixed crisp white tones, plaid patterns, and warm natural wood with black and silver metallics to carry out the client’s timeless style. One of our favorite spaces on the main floor is the sophisticated study with its bold blue paint, bookcase built-ins, and fun pocket doors.

Want to explore more of this gorgeous home? Scroll to see the before and after photos!

Wallpaper, furniture, rugs, and art selections were made with Bria Hammel Interiors.

Before Photos

After Photos

Are you searching for ways to enhance your home’s curb appeal? The exterior is a vital part of your home, setting the stage for what’s inside. Whether you’re looking for easy ideas to tweak your home’s curb appeal or are planning a complete renovation, we’ve got you covered! Keep reading for five tips to enhance and invest in your home’s curb appeal.

Invest in Landscaping

Landscaping is an essential piece of your home’s exterior. Not only does landscaping add natural beauty to your property, but it can also increase privacy, protect your home from flooding, and help sustain native pollinators. Plants and flowers are great for drawing the eye to key visual points such as windows and doors or frame walkways, porches, and driveways. Once your landscaping is in place, it’s important to maintain it. Consistent upkeep will keep it from becoming a bigger project down the road!

Create a Welcoming Porch

In addition to being clean and well-maintained, your home should look warm and welcoming. Inviting visitors into your home begins with your front porch; add decor like flower pots, a welcome sign, or cozy seating. Another option is adding a wreath to your front door, which you can simply swap out the wreath as the seasons change!

Make Your Entry Pop

Painting your home’s front door is a growing DIY trend. It’s a great way to add a pop of unexpected color and put a little personality into your home’s exterior. Plus, it’s a relatively easy and cost-effective way to enhance your home’s curb appeal! Choose a bold color that complements the exterior elements of your home. However, experiment with a few swatches before committing to ensure your chosen color doesn’t clash.

Let There Be Light

Nothing is inviting about a dark or shadowy entryway; ensuring your home’s lighting is in good working condition is key to enhancing your home’s curb appeal and increasing safety. The easiest solution to make your home appear bright and clean is to replace burnt-out bulbs promptly. However, updating your home’s exterior lighting is a wonderful way to give your home a fresh look.

Keep Up with Maintenance

No one wants to have the least appealing house on the block! Keeping up with exterior maintenance is an important part of enhancing your home’s curb appeal. From lawn care to chipped paint, taking care of your home keeps it looking well-maintained and can also ward off costly repairs. Here are a few tasks to ensure your exterior looks great: clean gutters, wash windows, keep up with repairs, touch-up paint, and remove yard debris.

Ready to Start Planning?

Are you interested in learning more about enhancing your home’s curb appeal? Contact Knight Construction Design to see what we can do for you!