Kitchen & Bath
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From a simple update to a total transformation, local kitchen and bath designers can take the hassle out of sometimes daunting home improvement projects. Kitchen and bath designers and specialists have a vast understanding of space planning, knowledge of local plumbing and building codes, and valuable relationships with vendors and suppliers. These creative, innovative, forward-thinking professionals not only present limitless opportunities for breathing new life into tired old rooms, but can also make kitchens and bathrooms more comfortable and more functional.
Pipeline Supply Inc.
Pipeline Supply Inc.
Hopkins, MN
952-935-0445
www.pipeline-showroom.com
We believe in …
showcasing the latest and greatest introductions from the plumbing world. We are regularly updating our showroom to sustain industry trends while continually training our proven knowledgeable staff. Pipeline Supply feels that every customer should be treated with world-class service. To achieve this goal, our showroom runs by scheduled appointments and accommodates any walk-in traffic by availability. Our quality service provided by our educated and experienced staff is for those customers who support and intend to buy from Pipeline Supply.
Our theory to running a successful business:
To succeed in business today, you need to be flexible, patient, and committed. It is important to give your business the tools it needs to thrive. When you do this, you will be rewarded for years to come. Having dedicated employees who effectively communicate with one another and are willing to go the extra mile is crucial to Pipeline Supply’s prosperous business.
Our greatest strengths:
We are very proud of our loyal and knowledgeable staff. Our showroom has over 110 combined years of learning and working in the plumbing industry—that knowledge is unprecedented. Our showroom has grown from a very simple plumbing display to an over 8,000-square-foot beautiful design showroom presenting a wide variety of stylish and innovative products at varying price points. Our local inventory, backed by our quality service, is also what makes us stand out amongst the rest. Our goal is to always get the correct product to our customers on time, when they request it.
Note-worthy accomplishments:
Not only are we a long-standing flourishing 35-year-old business, we are also Minnesota owned and grown. We have won numerous industry awards, including many Trillium Awards, and “Wholesaler of the Year Award.” We are very proud of our loyal staff and the many individual accomplishments we have achieved by partnering with plumbing manufacturers.
Crystal Kitchen Center
Crystal, MN
763-544-5950
www.crystalkitchen.com
Where do our readers begin when they’re ready to update their kitchens?
The best place to start is by coming in to meet one of our designers to see our showroom. The showroom is filled with 8,800 square feet of ideas for kitchens, bathrooms, entertainment centers, and much more.
Scenario: I’m always running into people in my kitchen — How can I redirect traffic?
Hire a professional kitchen designer for help with good traffic flow and appliance placement. You will be asked to discuss how you use your kitchen, how many cooks, how you entertain, and what other activities take place in your kitchen.
Scenario: It seems like we never have enough storage space. How can we maximize it, even in a smaller kitchen?
A good kitchen designer will help you make the best use of limited space by incorporating such things as tall shallow pantry cabinets and appropriate cabinetry accessories. We can maximize the storage in a small kitchen.
What trends are gaining momentum in the residential market?
Mid-tone wood finishes and more combinations of wood species, stains, and paint finishes are a trend. We’re using lots of drawers in our kitchen designs and more specialized appliances such as microwave drawers, refrigerator drawers, and steam ovens.
Today’s kitchens are …
more functional, more personalized, and more beautifully designed than ever before.
Would you like to add anything else?
Don’t let our name fool you. We do so much more than kitchens—we’re a design/build remodeling firm. Our services include kitchen and bath remodeling as well as lower levels, laundry rooms, home offices, master suites, and entertainment centers—cabinetry for any room in the home!
Kate-Lo Tile & Stone
Plymouth, Burnsville, Oakdale
763-545-5455
www.katelotile.com
Our specialty:
We provide unparalleled service to our customers, whether they’re contractors or do-it-yourself homeowners, in addition to providing the largest inventory of tile in the Twin Cities.
Where do our readers begin when they’re ready to update their kitchens?
Decorating magazines and books are great resources to determine the style you are looking for. Bringing example photos with you to our showrooms (natural stone and ceramic organized by type, color, and size) helps our design consultants narrow down your choices. Tile is vast and gorgeous and suits a plethora of needs.
What are some ways to renovate without breaking the bank?
Backsplashes and feature areas are the best place to invest in eye-catching and more expensive materials. Since they tend to be smaller spaces, you can spend more in those areas and save on large areas like floors and full walls.
What trends are gaining momentum in the residential market?
Tiles with linear designs—running vertically and horizontally—are still a strong trend, along with larger format tiles. Super durable porcelain tiles that replicate the look of stained concrete, wood, and natural stone are also strong trends.
One more thing:
There are so many options on the market for tile and stone, your head could feel like it’s spinning once you’ve done your research. What are the pros and cons of each type? And which ones will work with your budget and personal style? Our most valuable asset is our honest and knowledgeable sales staff—trained to help our customers feel confident about these sometimes overwhelming choices.
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