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4 WAYS TO ADD FORM & FUNCTION USING FLOATING DRESSERS & SHELVES

4 WAYS TO ADD FORM & FUNCTION TO ANY ROOM USING FLOATING DRESSERS & SHELVES

February 20, 2019

Lacking storage space or the creative know-how to display items?  Consider a floating dresser and shelves.  They take up no floor space, allowing for additional storage space underneath and above!  For many of us struggling with minimal storage space- that is a win-win!  Here are 4 ways floating shelves and dressers provide the functionality of […]

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Inspired Closets: Custom Closet Colors & Finishes

January 10, 2019

Peruse the predicted trends for home design in 2019 (like those listed in this article from Houzz.com), and you’ll notice a theme.  In a welcome breath of fresh air, after years of neutral color pallets and monochromatic design choices, color and texture are infusing their way back into our homes.  From striking feature walls in […]

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Make Sure Your Kid’s Closet is on the Nice List with These 3 Tips

December 13, 2018

Anyone with kids knows that encouraging them to keep their room organized is an uphill battle.  This can be especially challenging during the holidays when many new toys, clothes and other gifts are coming in, particularly if storage is already tight!  Never fear! Here are 3 tips for ensuring that your kid’s closet remains on […]

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4 Organization Tips for a Successful Thanksgiving

November 19, 2018

Hosting Thanksgiving?  Coordinating can be a daunting task. But as with anything, good organization is the key to ensuring events go as smoothly as possible.  While cooking isn’t our specialty, helping homeowners get organized is.  Therefore, we’ve compiled 4 organization tips to help you host a successful and stress-free Thanksgiving. Organize your food and cooking […]

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Will a Custom Closet System Increase Your Home’s Resale Value?

October 15, 2018

We recently re-connected with a client of ours for whom we designed and installed a custom walk-in closet system.  He had recently put his home on the market and he commented to us that the walk-in closet had been one of the big selling points of the home. Closet System Return on Investment Questions about […]

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Organize Your Garage Storage for Winter

September 16, 2018

The State Fair is over, the kids are back in school, and we’ve detected a slight chill in the air.  This can only mean one thing, fall is on its way and soon after that (too soon for many of us Minnesotans!), winter will arrive.  Is your garage ready for winter?   Is there space for […]

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Wood Accent Walls To Upgrade Your Closet, Garage or Office

August 14, 2018

Characterized by warmth and simplicity, natural textures and materials like wood or galvanized steel, elements of modern farmhouse design have been finding their way into more and more homes.  Think kitchens with warm wood details and white shaker cabinets or living rooms with textural features and natural embellishments.  It’s not surprising then that these same […]

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5 Signs It’s Time to Declutter Your Closet

July 13, 2018

Closets are sneaky.   As with most storage areas in our home, most of us don’t put much thought into our closets. After all, it’s just an area of your home you visit for a few minutes a day before moving on. Then, one day you walk into your closet and are ambushed with the realization […]

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The Pros and Cons of a Closet Island

June 14, 2018

Considering a remodel of your walk-in closet?  Or are you building a new home and wondering how to utilize your new closet space best? Clients frequently ask us, “Do I have enough space for a closet island?”.  While space IS a significant consideration for a closet island, it’s not the only consideration.  Assuming you have […]

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Surprising Simple Steps to Organizing Kid's Room and Closet

3 Surprisingly Simple Steps to Organizing Your Child’s Bedroom

May 15, 2018

The calm before the storm, the quiet before the chaos.  School is almost out!  If you have school-age kids, the start of summer is a great time to give their room and closet a fresh reboot.  Whether you want to freshen up the whole décor or just want to tackle the mess, here are 3 […]

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