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5 Tips to Enhance Your Home’s Curb Appeal

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!

Whole Home Remodel in Hopkins, MN

Hopkins Whole Home Remodel

We have another exciting project feature to share today! Our team recently completed this whole home renovation in Hopkins, Minnesota. The homeowners purchased the property and wanted to remodel it to make it their own — and our team was more than happy to help! We partnered with Martha O’Hara Interiors to bring the homeowners’ vision to life.

There’s so much to love about this newly remodeled home; with plenty of elegant design details found throughout, it’s the perfect blend of modern and timeless.

Some of our favorite features include:

– Two-tone kitchen cabinetry
– An oversized kitchen island that doubles for food prep and hosting guests
– An eye-catching black brick fireplace flanked by custom built-ins
– Expansive windows that allow for an abundance of natural light
– Incredible millwork craftsmanship throughout
– A spacious primary bathroom with a walk-in tile shower and soaking tub
– Patterned tile floors in the guest bathroom and laundry room
– His and hers home offices

Ready for a closer look at this stunning Hopkins remodel? Scroll below for a peek at the completed project!

If you’re considering a home remodel, contact our team. We’d love to help make your dream home a reality!

Hopkins Whole Home Remodel

Sophisticated Exterior Transformation

The owners of this 1974 home loved their property but knew it needed some investment and design TLC. Our team collaborated with these dear clients to create a comprehensive renovation plan, including the interior and exterior.

After getting started, we discovered the exterior needed a lot of repairs: the siding and roof were rotten, the decks were unsafe, and the windows needed to be replaced. Updating the exterior first allowed us to change the home’s look and give it a more functional, aesthetically appealing entrance.

These fantastic clients have an eclectic style featuring their love for simplicity and Asian-inspired travel influences. The new exterior features clean, asymmetrical lines that showcase the home’s unique architecture. When it came to landscaping, we wanted the design to contrast with the home’s dramatic facade but also blend into the wooded surroundings. A new stone walkway is manageable to maintain and a welcoming front entry.

Our team and the wonderful homeowners couldn’t be more thrilled with the final result of this stunning project! The house stands out beautifully in the neighborhood and will make a memorable impression for years to come!

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Project Feature: Sophisticated Chaska Main Level Remodel

The holidays are over, and it’s back to the daily routine for most of us. To start the year, we’re sharing a look inside this sophisticated Chaska main level remodel! Modern and bold, unique design details can be found in every corner of this stunning home. These clients had incredible taste, and it was a pleasure to turn their ideas into a reality!

A few of our favorite features from this project include:

-Gorgeous mixed wood stains throughout the main level
-Quality high-end appliances
-On-trend slab backsplash (it’s also easier to clean!)
-An oversized kitchen island that doubles for prep and hosting
-The classy coffee, drinks, and cocktail bar
-A floating powder room vanity paired with a bold, graphic wall
-Incredible millwork craftsmanship in the living and dining rooms

Ready to explore more of this beautiful remodel? Scroll through the photos below to see every gorgeous detail!

Our 2022 Year in Review

It’s hard to believe, but 2022 is almost over! As we look back, our team has so much to be grateful for – we had a busy year filled with meaningful projects, incredible collaborators, and amazing homeowners.

While we look forward, we’d be remiss if we didn’t acknowledge the people who supported us. Thank you to every client who worked with us last year; we loved collaborating on your homes. We also want to single out our talented team and trusted trade partners. All of you make us better, and it’s a joy to come to work each day.

We want to wish you all a beautiful holiday season – have a Happy Thanksgiving and a very Merry Christmas! Scroll below to browse some of our favorite highlights, blogs, and projects from the past year.

Giving Back with Make-A-Wish and NARI Cares

Last summer, we had the pleasure of partnering with Make-A-Wish Minnesota to build a backyard Ninja Warrior Course for a wonderful young man named Luke. It was an honor to meet Luke and his family and make his Ninja dreams come true – the course even has a zipline! Thank you to our friends at Make-A-Wish for the incredible opportunity.

5 Tips for Timeless Kitchen Design

Remodeling your kitchen is exciting, but there’s also a lot to consider. Not only is a kitchen remodel an expensive project, but it involves altering a central room in your home. The last thing you want is to be unhappy with the completed design. Our goal is to help you create a timeless kitchen that outlasts fads and continues to meet your needs for years to come. Read our blog from March for our best kitchen design tips!

Our Favorite Remodeling Before and Afters

The core of our work is about transformation, before and after. There is nothing as satisfying for us as seeing our clients fall in love with their homes again; when our plans, design, and labor come together as a new space. Since before and after photos are such a perfect summary of what we do, we spotlighted some of our favorite projects on the blog!

Beautiful Bathroom Renovations

Bathrooms are some of the most heavily trafficked spaces in any home; shouldn’t they be functional? In July, we shared some of our favorite client bathroom renovations. If you’re considering a bathroom update, revisit the post for some inspiration!

Bloomington Kitchen Remodel

Before remodeling, this Bloomington townhouse kitchen was outdated, small, and closed off from the rest of the main level. The homeowner’s biggest goal was to create an open kitchen with a view of the deck from the sink instead of a wall. We think the new layout and design turned out beautifully!

New Construction in Wayzata

Located in Wayzata, this new construction home is the perfect combination of elegance and relaxation. There’s a lot to love about this beautiful home, from the picturesque exterior to its bright and welcoming spaces. Some of our favorite features? The timeless kitchen boasts both beauty and function with white custom cabinets, a spacious center island with a white oak finish, and state-of-the-art appliances. See all the design details in the blog post!

Project Feature: New Construction Home in Wayzata, MN

We have an exciting new project feature to share! Located in Wayzata, Minnesota, this new construction home is the perfect combination of elegance and relaxation.

There’s a lot to love about this beautiful home, from the picturesque exterior to its bright and welcoming spaces. Some of our favorite features? The timeless kitchen that boasts both beauty and function with white custom cabinets, a spacious center island with a white oak finish, and state-of-the-art appliances. And let’s not forget the mudroom conveniently located just off the backyard patio, which features a herringbone brick floor, a built-in bench, and plenty of hooks to keep the entire family organized! Expansive windows, arched doorways, white oak floors, and premium finishes only add to the home’s charm and sophistication!

Want a closer look at the design details? Scroll below for a glimpse inside this stunning Wayzata home! If you’re thinking about building or remodeling your home, we’d love to help. Contact our team at any time to get started!

Project Feature: Bloomington Kitchen Remodel

We’re excited to finally share the details of a stunning kitchen transformation we recently completed in Bloomington, Minnesota!

Prior to the remodel, the kitchen of this townhouse was outdated, small, and closed off from the rest of the main level. The homeowner’s biggest goal was to create an open kitchen with a view of the deck from the sink instead of a wall. To accomplish that goal, we reimagined the kitchen layout, removing the wall separating the kitchen from the entry and living room and adding a peninsula for the sink.

The new kitchen layout suits the home perfectly! One of our favorite features is the wood beams, which add a lot of character and detail to the space. The white quartz countertop and painted cabinetry contrast perfectly with the stained range hood and open shelving, which carries over to the built-ins surrounding the fireplace. The repositioned sink offers a clear view of the patio while allowing plenty of natural light into the kitchen.

Want a closer look at the design details? Scroll below to see the before and after images of this beautifully remodeled kitchen! When you’re ready to begin planning your own remodel, contact our team at any time!

Cabinets: Dura Supreme; Countertops: Cambria Quartz; Photo Credit: Ehlen Creative

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Remodeling Transformations: A Few of Our Favorite Before and Afters

At Knight Construction Design, our mission is to make your dream home a reality. The core of our work is about transformation, before and after. There is nothing as satisfying for us as seeing our clients fall in love with their homes again; when our plans, design, and labor come together as a new space.

Since before and after photos are such a perfect summary of what we do, we thought it would be fun to spotlight a few of our favorite projects. Scroll below to explore them and gather your own remodeling and design inspiration!

Minnetonka Main Level Transformation

Sophisticated Main Level

Beautiful Kitchen Renovation

Stunning Mound Kitchen Remodel

Modern Exterior Renovation

5 Tips for Timeless Kitchen Design

At Knight Remodeling, our goal is to help you create a timeless kitchen design that outlasts fads and continues to meet your needs for years to come. In other words, we design your space with the future in mind. Get our tips for creating a timeless kitchen design below!

Make It Functional

The kitchen is easily one of the hardest working rooms in your home, so it’s essential that it’s as functional as possible — and it all starts with the layout. When designing your kitchen, consider the kitchen triangle, which consists of the oven, fridge, and sink. These elements create the anchor from which the rest of your kitchen flows and help you establish a successful workflow that stands the test of time.

Trade Short-Lived Trends for Longevity

It’s easy to get caught up in all the new and exciting kitchen design trends. However, designing a timeless kitchen means making smart design choices. But, that doesn’t mean you can’t have fun with it! You can easily add a new twist to timeless design elements, like installing a classic white subway tile in a herringbone pattern.

Choose High-Quality Materials

When selecting cabinetry, countertops, and the like, it’s important to invest in products that last. For example, custom cabinets are typically constructed with higher-quality materials and better craftsmanship than prefabricated options. On that same note, quartz is an excellent choice for countertops because it looks good and can withstand daily abuse from spills, food prep, hot pots and pans, and more. Investing in high-quality materials sometimes comes with a higher cost upfront but will save you from having to replace items just a few years down the road.

Give it Character

Creating a timeless kitchen design doesn’t have to be boring. There are many ways to infuse personality and character into your kitchen design, including your hardware and finishes. This part of kitchen design often gets overlooked, but the hardware and finishes you select play a significant role in tying everything together. Antique brass hardware and finishes add visual interest and warmth to dark cabinetry, while matte black finishes lend a modern touch to lighter-hued kitchens.

Build a Solid Foundation

With the correct foundational elements in place, keeping your kitchen up-to-date requires making style adjustments versus a full-scale renovation. Giving a timeless kitchen design a facelift is as simple as swapping out artwork, accessories, textiles, and other decorative pieces.

If you want to upgrade your home with a timeless kitchen design, we’d love to help. Get in touch with our award-winning team anytime to get started!

Creating Luke’s Ninja Warrior Course with Make-A-Wish and NARI Cares

We recently had the pleasure of partnering with Make-A-Wish Minnesota, and NARI Cares to build a backyard Ninja Warrior Course for a wonderful young man named Luke.

It was a sincere honor to meet Luke and his family and make his Ninja dreams come true. What a joy it was for us to watch Luke come home to the surprise and delight of his own backyard Ninja Warrior Course – it has everything from a climbing wall to a zipline!

Thank you to our friends at Make-A-Wish and NARI Cares for thinking of us and connecting our team with this incredible opportunity. We will always hold the memories from this experience close to our hearts; Luke and his family are such special people.

Scroll below for a few more photos of this incredible project and lovely day!