Professional Services

Spotlight: Destiny Homes

How the team at Destiny Homes goes above and beyond for every customer Article by Lauren Beaubaire | Photography by Maria Claire Photography “If you’re going to go through the process of remodeling your kitchen or primary bathroom, or build from the ground up, it better be the kitchen, the bathroom, or the home of your dreams!” says Richard Harsdorf, owner of Destiny Homes. And crafting custom and beautiful destinations you call home is exactly what Destiny Homes has been doing for decades.  ...

Real Estate

Measures of Success in Real Estate

Fazendin Realtors' commitment to clients and community since 1965 Article by Kendra Beneke | Photography by Emily John Being successful in the real estate industry can look different depending on who you’re talking to. For Roger Andy Fazendin, owner and president of Fazendin Realtors , success is threefold: preparing his agents for the year to come, educating clients on what to expect, and giving back to the community that has supported Fazendin are all measures of success. And with spring...

Health + Wellness

Your Ultimate Spring Cleaning Guide

We share room-by-room guidance to conquer the task Article by Kimberly Blaker The emergence of spring has long been associated with the deep cleaning of our homes. If you're ready to join the ranks of spring cleaners we have the ultimate guide to conquer the task. To keep the job from feeling overwhelming, schedule a block of time each day, or even each week, for your annual cleaning. Work on one room at a time and reward yourself for each room until you've completed the job.  The Basics –...

Life + Culture

Life Minded

This Old Home Article by Jen Fortner I watched a lot of Bob Vila when I was a kid. My dad liked Bob’s show, This Old House . Bob seemed to know everything about everything. And we enjoyed Norm, his insanely knowledgeable carpenter sidekick. I had never heard an accent quite like Norm’s and it was fun to decipher what he was saying in a manner so exotic to my Midwestern ears. I had no idea what Bob and Norm were talking about when they went on poetic speeches about lumber grades or 60-tooth...

Home Services

Kitchen Confidential

Sawhill Kitchens’ timeless approach to design and excellence Article by Graham Johnson Sawhill Kitchens has a long history of custom projects. They started in 1971 as a custom furniture company focusing on tables, chairs and unique cabinets and “quickly evolved into a kitchen company,” says Matt Cook, the president of Sawhill Kitchens. From those roots, Sawhill grew to the full-service design-build firm that it is today.  Sawhill Kitchens has been working in the Twin Cities for more than...

Home + Design

Distinctive Designs

Discover the elegantly crafted and unmatched furniture designs at Timber & Tulip Article by Hannah Harms | Photography by Maria Claire Photography Timber & Tulip – the combination of natural, organic wood materials with a softer side. That was owner Brianne Rasmussen’s vision when she created her custom-designed furniture brand back in 2016. Now, after a few years of selling her products online, Brianne opened her first brick-and-mortar location in downtown Wayzata this past November. With...

Life + Culture

Life Minded

When Cupid Misses Article by Jen Fortner Valentine’s Day is a much-maligned holiday these days. It’s criticized for being too commercial, too manufactured, too consumer-focused, too much. I always loved the childhood Valentine swaps, and I like red- and pink-themed clothing and can even choke down some chalky conversation hearts. There are the charming chocolates in faux velvet heart-shaped boxes. The bouquets of expensive roses in the dead of winter. The cards. Again, the chocolate. Plus...

Beauty

A Beautiful Legacy

Find That Perfect Gift for the Special Person in Your Life This Valentine’s Day Article by Sue Baldani Founded by George and Dee Gunderson, Gunderson’s Jewelers has been bringing smiles and beauty into people’s lives for over 75 years. Still family-owned and operated, its high standards of customer service, selection, quality, and integrity have been passed down from generation to generation.  Today, their grandson, Brian Gunderson, is the owner and CEO, taking over from his father, Gary, in...

Arts + Culture

Sculpting a Lifestyle You Love

How artist Craig Snyder has left his mark on our city Article and Photography by Rebecca A. Hahn Someday, if there is a competition to enter for those of us who enjoy painting with watercolors in coloring books, please let me know. While I wouldn’t expect to win a grand prize for the many pages I have painted to date, I can’t deny its therapeutic benefits. When I carve out that precious hour or so from an already too-hectic schedule, my blood pressure subsides immediately. A tranquility fills...

Home + Design

Spotlight: Danberry Building Corporation

From the blueprints to the build, how Jeff Danberry helps you create your dream home Article by Lauren Beaubaire “I’m the guy you go to when you don’t know where to start with your home project. I’m like MacGyver, the one you go to solve problems as they arise,” laughs Jeff Danberry, owner of Danberry Building Corporation and Excelsior Design Group. Jeff is your guide through what can be an overwhelming process and helps navigate the maze of regulations and details that come with a remodel...