Building & Remodeling

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When it comes to creativity, craftsmanship, and constructing a beautiful home that will weather the extremities of a northern climate, our region’s builders and remodelers stand apart. They are also among the best in the nation when it comes to expertise in energy-efficient construction. Attractive interest rates have continued into 2009, making this an ideal time to build the home of your dreams or invest in the remodeling project that you’ve long wanted.

Choosing a builder is the most important phase of building a new home. Likewise, it’s paramount to select the right remodeler, regardless of your project’s size. Working with a builder or remodeler with an established track record is important; in addition, he or she should be someone whose personality clicks with yours. Remember, this is a person with whom you’ll be working closely for several months.

Ask your remodeler or builder about Minnesota GreenStar. Open to any contractor, this program ensures your home will be built to a measured standard of healthfulness, efficiency, and sustainability. GreenStar even certifies the results, so you will know your home is performing exactly as intended.

Minnesota homeowners spend slightly more on remodeling than the national average. We invest 3 percent more in upscale master suite additions and 2 percent more on major kitchen remodels.
– Remodeling Cost vs. Value Report, 2007

Shelter Savvy

“Many people decorate their kids’ rooms based on things that make them happy: ponies, race cars, pink princesses. We should do the same with other spaces we live in. If warm fall days make you smile, create a space based on the color of fall foliage. If walking the beach in Jamaica is your secret passion, use light blues and sea foam greens. Your every day spaces should bring you to your ‘happy place.’ ”
–Ed Roskowinski, Vujovich Design Build

Shelter Savvy

“Currently, I love using big sheets of glass as a backsplash. It’s inexpensive, can be back painted, is easy to take care of, and can be fun or elegant.”
–Dave Amundson, TreHus Architects, Interior Designers, Builders

Photo by Tim Maloney,
Technical Imagery Studios
M|A| PETERSON

Edina, MN

952-925-9455
www.mapeterson.com

‘The best remodeling experience possible’

Our primary focus is ensuring our clients the best remodeling experience possible. Our comprehensive and integrated approach to remodeling sets us apart. Every client has a team of M|A|Peterson employees including an architect, interior designer, cabinet designer, landscape designer, and project manager from day one of the project. This integration of services maximizes creativity, shortens schedules, and ensures quality results.

What is your philosophy?

You should enjoy remodeling your home. By prioritizing your experience, we turn what can be a long, stressful process into a spirited and refreshing adventure.

Our key to success…

Quality communication. From architectural concepts, interior selections and cabinet design, all the way through to the construction of your new home, installation of landscaping and even selection of furniture and window treatments, if desired, everyone working on your home will know exactly what’s going on. And you will only ever have one number to call.

You may not know…

Our commitment to you doesn’t end when your project is done. We have a team dedicated solely to past clients and their service and warranty work. We’re here for you long after the final walkthrough.

INSIDER INSIGHT “We work together as one, company and client, from beginning to end. We are solely focused on the client, their experience and the way they ultimately want to live in their new home.” —M|A|Peterson

Photo by Scott Amundson
Photography
NOR-SON, INC.

Baxter, MN and Fargo, ND

800-858-1722
www.nor-son.com

What sets you apart?

Nor-Son is a nationally recognized construction services firm that specializes in creating warm, welcoming, and well-built environments for homes. Leveraging both in-house and outside architects, Nor-Son delivers environments of distinctive character, precision craftsmanship, and incomparable quality. We have led a 30-year tradition of creating environments of comfort and character..

‘The personal touch’

Comfort isn’t just our end product, its part of our process. We provide a comforting building experience for the client; working with Nor-Son is positive, professional, and involves “the personal touch.” Superior financial project management allows us to deliver more quality for the same price. We genuinely care about the best interests or our clients, and continually strive to provide for their short- and long-term personal, professional and financial wellbeing.

What defines a beautiful home?

A beautiful home sits well on the site, blends with the environment, and has the appearance that it was meant to be there.

TREND TALK “People continue to ask for reclaimed materials such as timber, not just as a green building practice but for its aesthetic appeal in all style of homes.”— NOR-SON, Inc.

Photo by Stuart Lorenz
STREETER & ASSOCIATES

Wayzata, MN

952-449-9448
www.streeter-associates.com

Passion for design, commitment to craft

Founded in 1985, Streeter & Associates is a family-owned homebuilder comprised of Streeter Custom Home, Renovation, and Design. With a unified passion for design, a mastery of detail and a commitment to craft, we build and remodel homes in the Twin Cities area. We also have a design group that specializes in renovation.

Our specialty…

Streeter & Associates offers a personal approach characterized by our willingness to listen, our sensitivity to design and our commitment to collaborate. We are known for breathtaking work across a spectrum of architectural styles, from modern to traditional to a unique blend of both.

What is your motto?

A passion for design. A commitment to craft. A legacy of great work.

Why Streeter & Associates?

By applying a personal approach based on collaboration, we show respect for our customers’ concerns and wishes, and earn our trademarks of trust and confidence with every project we undertake.

TREND TALK “Today’s homes include a variety of materials and updated technology ideas customized to benefit a client’s lifestyle and needs.” –Streeter & Associates

Photo by Jim Krueger and Jon Huelsckamp,
Landmark Photography
JOHN KRAEMER & SONS, INC.

Edina, MN

952-935-9100
www.jkandsons.com

What is your specialty?

We have built quite a solid reputation on clear communication, service, quality, and trust over the past 30 years in business. We specialize in luxury custom homes and remodeling. We are well known for the intense focus on detail that is exhibited in every home we build or renovate, and for the superior customer service that our clients receive when they build with us. Our company motto is that “a satisfied customer is not good enough.” We go above and beyond for our clients to ensure they have the best possible experience when working with us.

Our history…

The company was founded in 1978 by Gary Kraemer and his late father John. The company has enjoyed success over the years, and now employs a third generation of Kraemers, all who share John’s founding vision. John Kraemer & Sons has had the honor of being a Parade of Homes Dream Home builder, has won the Builder of the Year Award, and has been honored with the People’s Choice Award and multiple Reggie Awards of Excellence.

TREND TALK “Pay attention to size and scale of furniture and details. Furniture and other home features that are either too large or too small can quickly stand out in a negative way.” –John Kraemer & Sons