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Home Renovation Trends Shaping American Homes Right Now

American homeowners are renovating with more intention than ever, investing in comfort, longevity, and sustainability rather than chasing what's trendy. Here's what we're seeing on the ground, and what it means for your next project. 

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Energy Star & Indoor AirPLUS: The Home Gold Standard

The most valuable features of a home are the ones you can't see: the quality of the air you breathe and the efficiency of the energy you consume.

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Scandinavian Home Design: Where Simplicity Meets Well-Being

Explore the core elements of Scandinavian home design, from minimal interiors and natural textures to energy efficiency and everyday comfort.

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Closing the Door on 2025: A Year in Review

2025 brought bold builds, major wins, and inspiring collaborations. Here’s a look back at what made this year unforgettable.

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5 Design Strategies That Maximize Luxury

Explore thoughtful design ideas that transform small spaces into high-end, experience-driven homes through lighting, materials, and functionality.

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A Life Well-Designed: A Highland Bridge Custom Home Story

Every dream home begins with a vision–sometimes rooted in family, sometimes in lifestyle, and often in the desire to create something that finally feels like you. For one couple moving from Rochester to St. Paul, the journey to Highland Bridge was exactly that. 

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Quartz Countertops: Are They Right for Your Home Kitchen?

Quartz has become one of the most popular choices in modern kitchens—and for good reason. Still, like any material, it comes with a few considerations.

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High-Performance Windows for Cold Climate Homes

As homeowners continue to prioritize healthier, quieter, more efficient living environments, triple-pane windows are becoming the gold standard — and for good reason.

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Sustainable 9 Earns the 2025 Green Path Leadership Award

This award reflects what we value most — building sustainably focused, high-performance homes without compromising on beautiful design. 

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Wet Rooms: The Next Evolution in Luxury Bathroom Design

As homeowners rethink what luxury and functionality mean in their daily lives, one bathroom trend is making a splash — the wet room. 

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Can Hdeska Residence: A Moody Modern Masterpiece with an Edge

A moody yet inviting modern home where sculptural brass, textured oak, and curated details create a perfect balance of warmth and edge. Explore the Can Hdeska Residence. 

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Montreal Residence: A Smart Home with Serious Style

Discover how this all-electric custom home combines minimalist Scandinavian design with advanced sustainability—hemp insulation, Tesla Powerwall, rooftop solar, wellness spaces—for luxury living with conscience.

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The Best Lighting Retailers & And How They Light Responsibly

Explore the lighting brands we love that combine timeless design with modern sustainability. From artisan craftsmanship to innovative technology, these vendors bring style, quality, and eco-conscious solutions to every home.

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5 Best Minneapolis Neighborhoods to Buy a Home in 2025

Discover the top Minneapolis neighborhoods for homeowners. From lakeside retreats in Lynnhurst and Linden Hills to the urban energy of the North Loop—find out where you should buy your next home in Minneapolis.

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Why Saunas Are Becoming a Must-Have in Custom Homes

Discover why saunas are the must-have feature in Minnesota custom homes. From Scandinavian tradition to wellness benefits and modern design, learn why more homeowners are asking for saunas and why you’ll want one in your dream home.

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St. Paul Highland Bridge Development

Highland Bridge, the former Ford Motor Co. assembly plant in St. Paul, has been transformed into a sustainable residential neighborhood, setting a new standard for the region. 

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