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Photo by Moen

Sinks, Sub-Zeros, and Chandeliers, Oh My!

Get a head start on kitchen and bath projects with a trip to Ferguson Bath, Kitchen, and Lighting Gallery in Golden Valley, celebrating its grand opening on October 23rd. The largest of its kind in Minnesota, this 20,000-square-foot showroom features plumbing, appliances, fireplaces, countertops, cabinets, and more by Kohler, Moen, Wolf, and Eurofase. Grand opening, 5–8 p.m. 925 Decatur Ave. N., Golden Valley, 763-591-5700, www.ferguson.com.
 

Courtesy of West Elm

Chic Style

If you’d rather sit in a chair before you order it online, you’ll be glad to know that West Elm comes to town this month. The younger, modern sister of Williams-Sonoma and Pottery Barn makes its local debut with the 2008 holiday collection. This chic home furnishings store features everything from updated farmhouse dining room sets and modular storage units to sumptuous organic bedding and wood grain rugs. 7311 France Ave. S., Edina, www.westelm.com.
 

Provided by Minnesota

Renewable Society

Heat It Up

Even with the days getting shorter, the sun still does its fair share of work. On Oct. 4th, check out the 2008 Minnesota Solar Tour featuring 70-plus homes, businesses, and institutions throughout the metro and beyond that have incorporated renewable energy. Builders, architects, planners, and homeowners will be on hand to share how geothermal heat pumps, wind turbines, and solar panels can help you become energy independent. 10 a.m.–5 p.m., www.solartour.net.
 

Speed Bathers

Nearly half of Minneapolitans spend less than 30 minutes in the bathroom each day, according to a 2008 nationwide survey conducted for American Standard. We are less likely to take more than 10 minutes in the shower than elsewhere in the country, but more likely to say we try to conserve water. Probably by taking all those quick showers.