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Design Trends Warm, Cozy, and Valuable It’s hard to deny the charm of gathering around warm, flickering flames to read a book or share stories with your family. Fireplaces tend to evoke an emotional response from buyers and most people are willing to pay more to get one. According to a survey from AngiesList.com, approximately 25 percent of home buyers said they […]
Home Maintenance and Remodeling How to Baby Proof your home Whether you’re a parent or often have kids in your home, it’s important to keep your space safe for little ones. Check out these baby-proofing gadgets that can protect the kids without making life too tough on the adults. Foam edge and corner protectors — These foam cushions are available in many lengths and can be […]
Local Business Profiles Meet The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Woman of the Year, Julie McDonough Julie not only works as a leader at Bremer Bank, but is also one of the most influential local leaders for The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. Recently, Julie was awarded with the designation of 2018 Woman of the Year for raising an astounding $155,363.95 for this incredible cause. Side note, Julie and I live in […]
Local Business Profiles City of Plymouth, meet Mike Goldstein, Director of Public Safety/Chief of Police Why did you choose this profession? I think there’s a couple of different reasons. The cliché answer is you want to help people. For many of us that’s very true. If we weren’t into working with others we wouldn’t be successful in this role. It really is about interacting with other people and helping solve […]
Local Business Profiles Minnesota Youth Symphonies, meet the Conductors Claudette and Manny Laureano Summary Manny and Claudette just LOVE what they do. Conducting a top notch youth orchestra is their side job. Manny is a member of the Minnesota Orchestra and Claudette is a music teacher at Breck School. Describe your business. The MN youth symphonies has been around since 1972. With the idea of giving students a […]
Local Business Profiles Kura Home Maintenance in Plymouth, meet the Owner Daniel Felt “Supporting your friends and neighbors is what you are supposed to do.” Daniel Describe your business. Preventative home maintenance company. We come in once a month or once a quarter and do everything you are supposed to do as a homeowner but realistically no one does. That includes everything from delivering water softener salt, cleaning […]
Local Business Profiles Fresh Thyme Farmer’s Market in Plymouth, meet the Store Owner Robin Gault Summary Robin was incredibly gracious and met with me a day before the store’s grand opening and less than an hour before a media preview and ribbon cutting. The mayor of Plymouth shared some words and several other city officials were present. During our interview, the store was buzzing with excited employees getting ready to […]
Local Business Profiles Birch’s on the Lake in Long Lake, meet the Brewmaster/Owner Brennan Greene Summary “I just like making beer, talking about beer, trying out different styles. That is all I ever want to do.” I sat down with Brennan to chat about his business, and his passion for beer couldn’t be more obvious! Birch’s is full of thoughtful interior designs and one of the best lake views in […]
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Local Business Profiles Modern Acupuncture in Minnetonka Modern Acupuncture in Minnetonka is owned by Dick and Sandra Brown, and is an oasis of relaxation. While acupuncture can be used for pain, allergies, cosmetics, and more, I had never tried it before and was curious. It was an extremely relaxing experience that calmed any stress I had that day and uplifted my entire […]
Home Maintenance and Remodeling Surviving a kitchen remodel Living in your home while renovating your kitchen comes with a certain level of chaos, but a little forethought can help you make it through. Plan for simple meals and lots of takeout. Think sandwiches, soups and anything that can be grilled. If you’ll have access to a fridge, consider making and freezing meals that can […]
Design Trends 5 Ways to use Pantone’s Color of the Year For the past 20 years, Pantone’s Color of the Year has influenced interior design, fashion and other creative industries. This year’s color is called Living Coral, an orange-pink hue that symbolizes optimism and lightheartedness.  Try one of these ideas for using Living Coral in your home:  Paint your front door. Experts say a colorful door boosts […]
Design Trends 5 Tidying tips from Marie Kondo Petite, positive and obsessed with mess, Marie Kondo rose to organizing fame with her 2014 book and has inspired a wave of tidying with her Netflix series this year. She teaches her “KonMari Method,” which encourages people to only own items that “spark joy” in their lives.  Here are a few of Kondo’s tips to […]
Design Trends Give your mudroom a makeover Does your mudroom tend to get cluttered with shoes, jackets and backpacks? An organized mudroom can be the key to keeping the rest of your living space tidy, so here are a few ways to give the area a functional makeover. Install easy-to-clean flooring. Make the space fit the style of your home by using […]
Home Maintenance and Remodeling Getting your home ready for summer The sun is out and the days are longer. Spend a couple of hours planning your summer projects and preparing your household for all the activities of the season.  Schedule outdoor projects.Call a contractor to schedule any exterior projects you hope to accomplish this year such as replacing windows, repairing a deck or painting your […]
Buying and Selling Tips Sell your home faster with these small updates You may not be able to make every update your home needs before putting it on the market, but even a few simple projects can help close the deal. By making your property look its best, you’ll be on your way to a quick, profitable sale.  Boost curb appeal. The outside of your home is your […]
Adventures in Real Estate Meet Your Real Estate Advisor, Mike Fuchs My ultimate goal in real estate is to provide the absolute finest quality service to every buyer, seller, and home I represent.  “Luxury is an experience, not a price point,” is perfectly aligned with my ideals. We want to personally re-create the perceptions of the industry by exceeding your expectations and being a resource for […]
Local Business Profiles Unmapped Brewing Co. in Minnetonka, meet the Founder JD Park Unmapped Brewing Co. was founded by the husband and wife team JD and Megan Park. Read all the way to the end for exciting news on upcoming barrel aged beers! With a welcoming, open tap room, Unmapped is the perfect place to enjoy a beer and socialize with family and friends. It is dog friendly […]
Local Business Profiles Mindfully Minimized, meet the Founder Leah Morris We are all in this thing called life together; we all get one chance – lift each other up, let your light shine & love hard. Describe your business Mindfully Minimized is a lifestyle service committed to helping people clear the clutter in their lives so they can focus on what they love. Transforming their […]
Local Business Profiles Wuollet Bakery, meet the Director of Sales and Marketing Laura Fickes Family owned and operated for almost 75 years, Wuollet is a well known name in the community, serving high quality baked goods! Talking with Laura, it was obvious what a strong culture they have created. Describe your business We are a family owned business that has been in business since 1944. We pride ourselves in […]
Local Business Profiles PAINT Nail Bar in Wayzata, meet the Owners Angela & Dan Murphy Opening early in 2019, Angela and Dan are proud to share more details about their new Wayzata business! Learn more about PAINT Nail Bar, a luxury manicure and pedicure experience without the luxury prices. What made you decide to open this business? We had been searching for a franchise opportunity and Angela wanted to get […]

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