Design & Living October 2017

OCTOBER 2017

COMPLIMENTARY

PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARDS

The People

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f you've been following Design & Living Magazine on social media, you might have noticed that the 2017 People's Choice Awards were coming soon.

Our Facebook banner probably gave it away.

Before we reveal the winners, I'd like to give a shoutout to our sales team, web department, graphic designers and editorial manager. Without them, none of this would be possible. I also want to thank our photographers, who were totally on board with the idea of throwing confetti at the People's Choice Awards winners during our cover shoot, as well as our cover models for going along with it.

If you're wondering how the winners were decided, let me explain our process. The nomination period took place from July 10-31. During this time, we asked you, our readers, to nominate your favorite businesses. Then our web editor narrowed it down to the top three nominees in each category by calculating which businesses had the most

PHOTO BY Hillary Ehlen

Celebrating FROM THE EDITOR

nominations. Finally, the voting period lasted from August 8-29. Since then, we've been trying our hardest to keep our lips tightly sealed with the results.

Within these pages, I've been able to blab to my heart's content. I am so excited to share the names of the winners with you. Last, but not least, a huge thank you to the thousands of readers who participated by placing their nominations and votes.

Now, it's time to celebrate who you think are the best of the best in the industry. Congratulations to all of the deserving winners and nominees.

Sincerely,

Becca Opp Editor becca@spotlightmediafargo.com

Design&Living Team At Design & Living, our goal is to create a publication that is just as much fun to read as it is to view. Here are the writers, designers, photographers and contributors who so affably use their time and talents to tell a story and give our pages purpose.

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PHOTOGRAPHER

CONTRIBUTOR

HOORELBEKE

EHLEN

Ehlen is an editorial photographer for Spotlight Media and owner of Hillary Ehlen Photography. She is a native of Fargo and attended North Dakota State University for visual arts with an emphasis in photography.

Hoorelbeke is a former professional baseball player turned photographer. He is the owner of J. Alan Paul Photography in Fargo, and our veteran, lead editorial photographer for Spotlight Media.

Hoorelbeke specializes in editorial, commercial, architectural and landscape photography.

SARAH

CASEY

DESIGNER

CONTRIBUTOR

GEIGER Geiger is a MSUM graduate with a BFA and an emphasis in Graphic Design. She is the lead publication designer for Design & Living Magazine, Fargo Monthly and Fargo Inc! magazines at Spotlight Media.

MICKELSON Mickelson is an editorial intern writing for Bison Illustrated and Fargo Monthly. He grew up on a farm outside of Rolla, North Dakota, and is currently a senior at NDSU majoring in strategic communications.

The start of his journalism career was writing for his hometown newspaper, the Turtle Mountain Star. When he isn't in the office, Mickelson enjoys art, live music and adventures outdoors.

BECKERLEG Beckerleg is current president of Home Builders Care of F-M Foundation. He has worked in sales at Stenerson Lumber since 1994. Stenerson Lumber was founded in 1889 and has three full-line lumberyards in Moorhead, Fergus Falls and Detroit Lakes.

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OCTOBER

FEATURE STORY

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77 Cooking Up Kitchen & Bath Designs

When the weather cools off, homeowners head indoors. Soon, they start thinking about remodeling the rooms they use the most, including kitchens and baths. In honor of National Kitchen & Bath Month, Beth Kemmer, a Certified Kitchen Designer at Wood Specialists, inspired us with elegant kitchen and bath designs.

People's Choice Awards: Winners Revealed Inside of these pages, we'll reveal the results of the 2017 Design & Living Magazine People's Choice Awards. We talked to the winners who were honored to be chosen by you, our brilliant reader. Join us in celebrating all of this year's winners and nominees.

86 When Fashion Influences Interior Design

Kayla CotĂŠ van Rensburg and her husband, Piet van Rensburg make an eye-catching couple and even better business partners. When we met them in their studio at APT, A Creative Incubator, they both wore their signature DAK & Co. designs. See how CotĂŠ and van Rensburg have transformed an 8' x 12' room into the creative headquarters for their lifestyle brand.

101 An Eclectic Arts & Crafts Style Home in Fargo

In 1987, Bryan and Michelle Vidger purchased their first home. Thirty years later, they opened their doors to the public for the 2017 Historic Hawthorne Home Tour. Now, you can find out how the Vidgers have customized this 1919 arts-and-crafts-style house to reflect their eclectic taste.

ON THE COVER We are honored to feature the following winners on the cover: Sabrina Anderson (realtor at Berkshire Hathaway Home Services), Josh Smook (Deckmasters manager), Marcus Roman (President of Floor To Ceiling Carpet One Floor & Home) Eric Baker (Baker Garden & Gift owner), Derek & Jess Bernstien (Signature Design Home & Remodel LLC owners) and Dawn Lahlum (President of Park Co. Realtors). The winners are holding awards by Office Sign Company, made with reclaimed wood from Dakota Timber Company.

NEXT MONTH Take a look inside some of the most luxurious homes the FM area has to offer.

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A Career After Camo What do these seven veterans have in common?

They all run successful businesses in the FM area. A motivational speaker, an outdoors TV show creator, a marketing expert, a promotional company president, a general contractor, an insurance agent, and a runway fashion show founder give their thoughts on entrepreneurship and the role their military experience played in their post-service path.

Your Guide to Tailgating Tailgating before Bison football games has become an integral part of the NDSU Athletics culture. Fans' growing enthusiasm through their presence on the West Lot before Bison football games has almost become as big of an attraction as the team on the field. College football fans from across the country come to Fargo to see the parking lot party. We set out this month to see the madness for ourselves.

Made in Fargo There's satisfaction that comes with buying local and supporting the work of Fargo-Moorhead's artisans, creators, makers and handmade masters of all sorts. From pillows and beer to furniture and soap, Fargo Monthly is here to help you discover this city's handmade talent this month.

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OCTOBER 2017 Design & Living Magazine is a free publication distributed 12 times a year. Our mission is to showcase all that the Red River Valley has to offer in terms of interior design, architecture and landscaping, profiling the people that make these possible. We also strive to provide a quality and fun reading experience and improve the way of life in our community. The publication is mailed to homes across the US and has stand distribution throughout North Dakota and Minnesota.

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PRESIDENT

Mike Dragosavich

EDITORIAL DIRECTOR EDITOR

Andrew Jason Becca Opp

DESIGN/LAYOUT

Sarah Geiger, Matt Anderson

CONTRIBUTORS

Ethan Mickelson, Casey Beckerleg, Becca Opp

COPY EDITORS CONTENT STRATEGIST WEB TEAM

Erica Rapp, Becca Opp, Andrew Jason Sam Herder Samantha Stark, Huong Tran

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Layne Hanson

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Paul Hoefer, Scott Rorvig Jenny Johnson Becca Opp, Samantha Stark Hillary Ehlen, J. Alan Paul Photography, HBC, Paul Flessland, M.Schleif Photography, Amara Lea Photography, James Steinkamp, Chad Ziemendorf, JLG Architects, Chris Hawley Architects, Robb Siverson Photography, Valley Landscaping Emily Peterson Pam Mjoness Nick Hackl, Tatiana Hasbargen, Kyle Gliva, Ruth Olson Mitch Rapp, Hal Ecker, Nolan Kaml, Tom Wegner, Kent Hagen, Thomas White

Design & Living Magazine is published by Spotlight Media, LLC. Copyright 2017 Design & Living Magazine & designandlivingmagazine.com. All rights reserved. No parts of this periodical may be reproduced or distributed without written permission of Design & Living Magazine and Spotlight Media, LLC is not responsible for, and expressly disclaims all liability for, damages of any kind arising out of use, reference to, or reliance on such information. Spotlight Media, LLC accepts no liability for the accuracy of statements made by the advertisers.

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HBA/HBC EDITORIAL DESIGN&LIVING

By Casey Beckerleg, HBC President, Stenerson Lumber

CONSTRUCTION CAREERS

Casey Beckerleg is the current president of Home Builders Care of F-M Foundation.

He has worked in sales at Stenerson Lumber since 1994. Stenerson Lumber was founded in 1889 and has three full-line lumberyards in Moorhead, Fergus Falls and Detroit Lakes.

Provide VARIETY and FULFILLMENT

Construction careers are full of variety, from the people to the jobs themselves. So, whether construction is in your blood, whether you’re an indoors or outdoors sort of person, the construction industry likely has a job that can fit you and your interests. The following is an excerpt of an article written this summer about HBA of F-M members and their love for the trades.

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hen asked why careers in construction trades are important, Trevor Odden, owner of Stone Ridge Builders notes, “People are always going to need housing.”

Homes provide necessary safety and security. However, they don’t build themselves. Odden says that human labor is and will always be essential to building homes—he believes there is no way technology will ever be able to replace good, onsite work.

business officer of Kochmann Brothers Homes. People might believe non-trade jobs pay better, so they put more value on four-year degrees. However, just like college graduates can get good jobs, trade workers can too. Guthmiller says the trades field has “good jobs, good people,” and notes that the construction industry is full of fun and secure jobs (not to mention well-paying).

However, although workforce jobs are necessary, many employers are seeing a drop in entry levels. Two million construction jobs will likely be available by the end of 2017. Over 850 construction-related employers are in Cass County alone.

People come to the workforce with all sorts of backgrounds. Some, like Odden, have construction in their blood. Odden’s grandfather owned a general contracting business, so Odden was exposed to the trades early. He remembers tackling woodworking projects with his grandfather. In his current list of duties, Odden performs on-site supervision and trims houses, among other tasks. When people think of construction careers, it is likely they think of someone like him: working with his or her hands outdoors.

“People stereotype a lot of these jobs,” explains Darrick Guthmiller, chief

Guthmiller spends much of his time at his desk or meeting with clients. As a

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graduate of North Dakota State College of Science with a degree in construction technology and architectural drafting and estimating technology, Guthmiller’s responsibilities include running the company’s office and drawing house plans.

Odden and Guthmiller both enjoy their different work. Odden loves the freedom he finds with his job. He notes the flexibility of his hours and says the main thing is to just “get your work done.”

Guthmiller likes working with unique house plans and seeing the end results.

The charitable arm of the Home Builders Association, Home Builders Care of FargoMoorhead, has many ways to support those interested in construction careers.

Each summer, it also sponsors the Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades, a two-week learning experience for high school students interested in construction trades. For more information, go to: hbcfm.com. This article was written by Ali Froslie, HBA of F-M Communications Intern.

Home Builders Care of Fargo-Moorhead Foundation provides a positive outlet for the housing industry to give back to the community, building a framework for the future. It is the Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead's charity.

For more information, contact: hbcfm.com info@hbcfm.com facebook.com/ HomeBuildersCare twitter.com/HBCFM

t's time to reveal the winners of the third annual Design & Living Magazine People's Choice Awards.

Each year, our brilliant readers nominate who they consider to be the best of the best in the local home industry, then vote for their choice of the top three nominees in each category. The people have voted, and the numbers have spoken. With 39 categories, we counted thousands of nominations and votes. Thank you to everyone who participated, and congratulations to all of the winners and nominees. PHOTO BY J. Alan Paul Photography

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2017

PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARDS

This year's awards are made of reclaimed wood provided by Dakota Timber Company and were produced right here in Fargo by Office Sign Company.

The reclaimed wood was sourced from the old bleachers in the Fargo North Colosseum.

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Best Commercial Architect WINNER

JLG Architects 214 Broadway N, Fargo 701-364-0237 jlgarchitects.com

TRACEY JORDRE

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TODD MEDD

PHOTO by Hillary Ehlen

PHOTO by James Steinkamp University of Minnesota, Health Clinic & Surgery Center, Minneapolis, Minn. In collaboration with CannonDesign.

PHOTO by JLG Architects West Fargo Public Schools Hockey Center, West Fargo, N.D.

"JLG Architects is extremely honored to be recognized by Design and Living Magazine and our community with this award.

Community is our passion, and to be a part of the growth of Fargo Moorhead has been a true blessing.

Our team works tirelessly to elevate design in our region and we are thankful to bring our passion to life on a daily basis."

Todd Medd, Principal Architect and Fargo Market Leader

PHOTO by Chad Ziemendorf Watford City High School, Watford City, N.D.

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Best Residential Architect WINNER

Chris Hawley Architects

PHOTO by Hillary Ehlen

2534 S University Dr. #3, Fargo 701-478-4600 chrishawleyarchitects.com

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PHOTO by J. Alan Paul Photography

"It is certainly a treat to know that people are thinking about the work that our firm does.

The work is only as great as the clients and staff that make it all possible."

PHOTO by Paul Flessland

Chris Hawley, Principal/Owner

PHOTO by Paul Flessland

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Best Lumberyard

Best Exterior Siding Install & Supply

WINNER

Stenerson Bros. Lumber Co

WINNER

1702 1st Ave. N, Moorhead 218-233-2754 stenersonlumber.com

Allied Building Products

We'd like to thank our customers. Being in business for over 128 years, we wouldn't be able to serve their needs as well as we do without their feedback on our products and services.

We'd also like to thank our employees for their commitment to our mission."

Best Roofing Install & Supply

4500 16th Ave. NW, Fargo 701-282-0980 alliedbuilding.com

WINNER

Western Products 474 45th St. S, Fargo 701-293-5310 westernproducts.com

Rebecca Hanson, Controller

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Best Remodeling Contractor WINNER

Signature Design Home & Remodel, LLC 3158 7th St. E, West Fargo 701-371-6255 SignatureDesignHomes.net

JESS BERNSTIEN

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PHOTO by Hillary Ehlen

DEREK BERNSTIEN

"We have only been in business for a few years, and it is an honor to be on this list. We'd like to thank our friends and customers; our new business has been based largely off of your referrals."

Derek Bernstien, Owner

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Best Window Install & Supply It's a tie WINNER

D&M Industries 4205 30th Ave. S, Moorhead 218-287-3100 weselldoors.com

WINNER

Pella Windows & Doors 4101 13th Ave. SW, Fargo 701-281-1390 pella.com

Best Garage Door Install & Supply WINNER

Twin City Garage Door 324 Main Ave. E, West Fargo 701-281-4759 tcgdwf.com

We feel honored just being nominated, let alone being named the winner of the 2017 People's Choice Award for Best Garage Door Install & Supply. We feel grateful to live in and work in such a strong community where trusted relationships with local businesses are valued."

Jeff Swenson, Owner

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Best Fireplace Install & Supply WINNER

Hebron Brick Supply 2300 Main Ave., Fargo 701-232-0781 hebronbrick.com

Best Window Treatment & Blind Supply WINNER

Floor to Ceiling Carpet One Floor & Home 360 36th St. SW, Fargo 701-237-6601 floortoceilingcarpetone.com

Best Individual Realtor WINNER

Sabrina Anderson

"Winning the Best Realtor award is a tremendous accomplishment. It's an honor to be nominated by the community. So many home buyers and sellers have placed their trust in me, and I truly appreciate the opportunity to make a difference in someone's life. I'm thankful to be surrounded by a supportive and passionate team at BHHS Premier Properties. I wouldn't be successful in this demanding and rewarding career without the support of my family, friends, colleagues and clients."

Sabrina Anderson, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Premier Properties

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PHOTO by Hillary Ehlen

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Premier Properties 701-261-4277

Best Interior Designer WINNER

Monica Hart Interior Design

PHOTO by Hillary Ehlen

3481 University Dr. S #203, Fargo 701-235-4929 monicahartid.com

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PHOTO by Paul Flessland

"We have a wonderful design community filled with talented people, so to be named a People's Choice winner is an absolute honor. I am grateful to every person I work with on every job. I could not have a successful project outcome without a great team effort. I also couldn't do it without the love and support of my husband and three sons."

PHOTO by Paul Flessland

PHOTO by Paul Flessland

Monica Hart, Owner/President

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Best Furniture Store

Best Local Artist WINNER

Jessica Wachter 701-391-6707 jessicawachter.com

WINNER

HOM Furniture

4601 23rd Ave. S, Fargo 701-433-3800 homfurniture.com/location/fargo

Bestof Selection Home DĂŠcor WINNER

SCHEELS Home & Hardware 3202 13th Ave. S, Fargo 701-232-8903 scheelshomeandhardware.com

I am overcome with appreciation! When you take the risk to put your work out there, you never know what's going to happen. It's so humbling to have such strong support from the Fargo-Moorhead area and the state of North Dakota. I'm especially grateful to those who took the time to vote for me. To be voted Best Local Artist the last three years in a row is truly an honor."

Jessica Wachter, Visual Artist

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Best Landscape Design WINNER

Valley Landscaping 4401 12th Ave. N, Fargo 701-232-7782 valleylandscaping.com

I cannot thank our team enough for the dedication they demonstrate. We have great crews that know their work and work well together. I also want to thank our customers for the opportunity to create these projects and for trusting Valley Landscaping."

Craig A. Wendt, Owner

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PHOTO by Hillary Ehlen

"It means a lot to us to be recognized for the thought and effort we put into our projects.

We enjoy working with our customers to come up with finished projects that exceed their expectations. Our goal is a satisfied customer, but this is definitely icing on the cake.

PHOTO provided by Valley Landscaping

PHOTO provided by Valley Landscaping

PHOTO provided by Valley Landscaping

PHOTO by Hillary Ehlen

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Best Interior Decorator WINNER

Trever Hill Design 506 Roberts St. N, Fargo 701-715-3077 treverhilldesign.com

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PHOTO by J. Alan Paul Photography Photo by Paul Flessland

PHOTO by J. Alan Paul Photography

"I'm filled with gratitude that people have nominated and voted me as the Best Interior Decorator. I'm thankful each day that I am able to do what I love: assist people and businesses with the design and decor of their spaces. I would like to thank the design community for their continued support of my passion, and a special thank you to Julie Alin, Shelly Neal, Jayne Wilson and Rebecca Knutson."

Trever Hill, Owner

Photo by Paul Flessland

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Best Deck Builder WINNER

Deckmasters

5507 53rd Ave. S, Fargo 701-232-4001 deckmasters.net

We'd like to thank our staff and contractors, but most importantly, our clients and all those who voted Deckmasters best deck builder for the third year in a row."

Josh Smook, Manager

DESIGN&LIVING

Best Pool/Spa Install & Supply

Best Gardening/ Lanscaping Store

WINNER

WINNER

Olson Pools & Spas 1110 Hobart St., Hawley 218-483-3541 olsonpoolsandspas.com

Baker Garden & Gift 2733 S University Dr., Fargo 701-237-6255 bakernursery.com

CHRIS THOMSEN

Best Contractor + Best Home Builder WINNER

Thomsen Homes 3168 41st St. S Suite 1, Fargo 701-478-3000

"The Team at Thomsen Homes is extremely honored, proud and humbled to have won the awards for Best Home Builder and Best Contractor. We are so grateful for this recognition and would like to thank everyone who has supported Thomsen Homes. It takes a village to build a home, and we also want to recognize and thank the wonderful trade partners that work alongside us each day."

Chris Thomsen, Founder/CEO

NATE ANDERSON

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PHOTO by Hillary Ehlen

PHOTO by Hillary Ehlen Thomsen Homes team

PHOTO by Paul Flessland

JESSICA METCALF

PHOTO by Paul Flessland

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Best Lighting Selection

Best Tile Install & Supply

WINNER

WINNER

Valley Lights 1230 38th St. N, Fargo 701-277-0344 valleylightsnd.com

360 36th St. SW, Fargo 701-237-6601 floortoceilingcarpetone.com

Best Flooring

Selection

Best Countertop Install & Supply

WINNER

WINNER

Floor to Ceiling Carpet One Floor & Home 360 36th St. SW, Fargo 701-237-6601 floortoceilingcarpetone.com

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Northern Stone 250 25th St. S, Fargo 701-297-2255 northernstonend.com

Best Kitchen Designer WINNER

Rebecca Knutson, CID

Floor to Ceiling Carpet One Floor & Home 360 36th St. S, Fargo 701-237-6601 floortoceilingcarpetone.com

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PHOTO by Robb Siverson Photography

PHOTO by Robb Siverson Photography

PHOTO by Robb Siverson Photography

Best Kitchen Design Center WINNER

360 36th St. S, Fargo 701-237-6601 floortoceilingcarpetonefargo.com

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PHOTO by Hillary Ehlen

Floor to Ceiling Carpet One Floor & Home

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Best Home

Organizer

Appliance Store

WINNER

WINNER

Smart Spaces

Rigels Inc

5226 51st Ave. S, Fargo 701-200-8770 smartspacesorg.com

609 Main Ave., Moorhead 218-233-6104 rigels.com

Best Custom

Cabinetry

Best Plumbing & Supply

WINNER

WINNER

Mill Creek Custom Cabinets 2828 24th Ave. S, Moorhead 218-284-0400

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Precision Plumbing Electrical, Heating & Cooling 1935 4th Ave. NW, West Fargo 701-238-1753 precisionpe.com

Best Custom Furniture Builder WINNER

Grain Designs graindesigns.com

BLAIN MIKKONEN

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PHIL BRUCKBAUER

PAT BRESNAHAN

GRANT KOENIG

"Winning this award has been very humbling. We truly put everything we have into the products we make, so receiving validation from those that we build for means everything. We owe it all to the community that we live in and that supports us. Without our first clients who trusted in us when we had almost nothing to show, we really wouldn't be anywhere.

The community is the reason for our success and continued growth."

Grant Koenig, Grain Designs

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Best Repurposed Store WINNER

Burlap Rustic Chic Boutique

3401 S University Dr., Fargo 701-566-8176 facebook.com/burlaprusticchicboutique

"We are overwhelmed and honored to be recognized for this award. We will continue working with local artisans to fill our showroom with unique, modern farmhouse dĂŠcor. We work tirelessly, searching for rare treasures to stage on the showroom floor weekly. Everyone involved at Burlap truly makes it all work.

To our shoppers far and near, thank you from the bottom of our hearts."

Mary Sue Ohlhauser & Paula Otto, Owners

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MARY SUE OHLHAUSER

PHOTO by Hillary Ehlen

PAULA OTTO

PHOTOS by Hillary Ehlen

PHOTO by Hillary Ehlen

PHOTO by Hillary Ehlen Burlap Rustic Chic Boutique staff

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Best Home

Best Real Estate Company

Technology Solution

WINNER

WINNER

Park Co. Realtors

Smart Home Technologies

Best Cleaning Service

It is an honor to be recognized as the Best Home Technology Solutions provider for two consecutive years. Thank you to everyone who voted. We would also like to thank all of our loyal clients, builders and other building trades we work closely with every day."

28 10th St. N, Fargo 701-237-5031 parkcompany.com

WINNER

TLC Cleaning 15 15th St. S, Fargo 701-412-3298 tlccleaningfargo.com

3306 Sheyenne St. #212, West Fargo 701-526-0979 smarthomefargo.com

Jamie DeJean, Owner

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Best Paint

Selection WINNER

Sherwin Williams

4441 45th St. S, Fargo 701-281-1185 1242 14th Avenue E, West Fargo 701-277-7148 sherwin-williams.com

Best Painting Service WINNER

Red River Drywall & Decorating Services 510 1st St. N, Horace 701-282-7667 redriverdrywall.com

Honorable Mentions Best Commercial Architect ❒❒ Chris Hawley Architects ❒❒ T.L. Stroh Architects-Interiors

Best Residential Architect ❒❒ T.L. Stroh Architects-Interiors ❒❒ Mevold Studio

Best Lumberyard ❒❒ Dakota Timber Company ❒❒ Lampert Lumber

Best Exterior Siding Install & Supply ❒❒ ABC Seamless ❒❒ Lemke Home Improvements

Best Fireplace Install & Supply ❒❒ Home & Hearth Fireplaces

Best Interior Designer

❒❒ Rebecca Knutson, Floor To Ceiling Carpet One Floor & Home

❒❒ Design Direction, Inc.

Best Interior Decorator ❒❒ Designing Women 2 ❒❒ Christen Joy Homes

Best Local Artist ❒❒ Steve Knutson ❒❒ Sam Norman

Best Roofing Install & Supply

Best Furniture Store

Best Window Install & Supply

Best Selection of Home Décor

Best Garage Door Install & Supply

Best Lighting Selection

❒❒ Herzog Roofing, Inc. ❒❒ Allied Building Products

❒❒ Minnkota Windows

❒❒ Overhead Door Company of Fargo ❒❒ FM Garage Door

❒❒ SCHEELS Home & Hardware ❒❒ Unclaimed Freight Furniture ❒❒ Burlap Rustic Chic Boutique ❒❒ Eco Chic Boutique

❒❒ Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery ❒❒ JW Kitchens

Best Flooring Selection

Best Individual Realtor

Best Tile Install & Supply

Best Landscape Design

Best Countertop Install & Supply

Best Deck Builder

❒❒ Carpet World ❒❒ Imperial Flooring

❒❒ Trevor Odden, Stone Ridge Builders ❒❒ Imperial Flooring

❒❒ Stone Countertop Outlet: Fargo ❒❒ Spaulding Stone

Best Window Treatment & Blind Supply ❒❒ Design Direction ❒❒ Red River Drywall & Decorating Services

❒❒ Katherine Kiernan, Keller Williams Inspire Realty ❒❒ Kimberly Krueger Tehan, Castle Realty ❒❒ Precision Lawn Care & Landscaping ❒❒ BOYLE Landscape Architects ❒❒ Premium Decks Inc. ❒❒ Northland Decks

Best Gardening/Landscaping Store ❒❒ S & S Landscaping ❒❒ Beyond Outdoors

Best Contractor

Best Pool/Spa Install & Supply

Best Home Builder

Best Real Estate Company

Best Remodeling Contractor

Best Custom Furniture Builder

Best Kitchen Designer

Best Repurposed Store

❒❒ Heritage Homes ❒❒ Krueger Construction ❒❒ Heritage Homes ❒❒ Krueger Construction

❒❒ Dan Savageau Construction, Inc. ❒❒ Total Home Services ❒❒ Beth Kemmer, Wood Specialists ❒❒ Audrey Newman, JW Kitchens

Best Kitchen Design Center ❒❒ JW Kitchens ❒❒ Wood Specialists, Inc.

Best Home Organizer

❒❒ Melissa Schmalenberger, MS. Simplicity ❒❒ Home Helper Services, LLC

Best Home Appliance Store ❒❒ Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery ❒❒ JW Kitchens

Best Custom Cabinetry ❒❒ Wood Specialists, Inc. ❒❒ Wendt Custom Cabinets

Best Plumbing & Supply

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Imagine that you are entering a white space with brick walls full of vintage rentals and pretty pastels. With bubbly drink in hand and twinkling lights overhead, you are offered hors d'oeuvres by someone in a wedding dress. Yes, this place really exists--at least it did for one night. On September 14, The White House Co. opened their warehouse to the local community. Don't fret because it's over, though. We took lots of photos to help us remember this whimsical soiree.

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For Rent(als) FOR RENT(ALS)

The White House Co. opened their Downtown Fargo shop in February of 2017. However, they have offered vintage rentals since 2015. During this time, they curated quite the collection of big and little treasures, eventually running out of room to store all of their inventory. This is what led the co-owners Katie Schiltz, Samantha Klinkhammer and Amanda Rydell to start looking for a new warehouse.

This summer, they found the perfect space at 910 Main Ave, Fargo. To celebrate their new warehouse, Schiltz, Klinkhammer and Rydell decided to throw a party. They invited friends, family and the local community via social media. During the party, guest could enjoy music, hors d'oeuvres and sparkling beverages all while exploring the warehouse and viewing rental inventory from The White House Co.

Lovely Vendors LOVELY VENDORS

The White House Co. worked with vendors Love Always Floral, Your Day by Nicole, and Yeobo Sweet Treats to make the warehouse party an unforgettable experience.

To indulge all of the senses, Drew Boraas of Fuze Mobile Entertainment deejayed the event. Nicole Midwest Photography also captured the evening, while Maria Slette took over The White House Co.'s social media world.

Christy Tehven of Love Always arranged a table garland out of huckleberry tips and salal tips.

She also brought arrangements made up of a variety of roses, lisianthus, ranculous and blue thistle.

Your Day by Nicole provided two live wedding dress models.

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The White House Co. served champagne gummy bears from Yeobo Sweet Treats at the bottom of glasses filled with sparkling cider.

Yeobo Sweet Treats also baked a dreamy, pastel pink cake for the event. Next to the cake, Lettering

by Samantha created calligraphy eye-candy with her script on a chalkboard sign.

After The Party AFTER THE PARTY

The next day, Schiltz, Klinkhammer and Rydell took to social media to thank all who helped them celebrate. The White House Co. owners said, "We are so blessed to be a part of this awesome community." They also wanted to thank their friends and family members who helped organize and set up the event as well as the vendors for their contributions to the party.

For more information, contact: The White House Co. 14 Roberts St. N, Fargo 701-866-7531 thewhitehouseco.com hellowhitehouseco@gmail.com You can also follow the White House Co. on Instagram at @whitehouse.co and find them on Facebook by searching The White House Co.

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Cooking Up

Kitchen & Bath Designs When the weather cools off, homeowners head indoors.

Soon, they start thinking about remodeling the rooms they use the most, including their kitchens and baths. In honor of National Kitchen and Bath Month, Beth Kemmer, a Certified Kitchen Designer at Wood Specialists in Fargo, inspired us with elegant kitchen and bath designs.

NATIONAL KITCHEN & BATH MONTH Beth Kemmer is a Certified Lighting Consultant and a Certified Kitchen Designer. She has been with Wood Specialists for the past ten years.

This October is the 35th anniversary of National Kitchen & Bath Month, which is recognized by the National Kitchen & Bath Association. The NKBA is a not-for-profit trade association that represents the kitchen and bath industry. Whether you plan to cook up a remodel or build from scratch, this month is all about promoting the importance of elegant, yet efficient kitchen and bath designs.

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THE PROJECT This elegant kitchen belongs to Kent and Melissa Rademacher of Oxbow. The Rademachers were past clients of Wood Specialists. "They were a young family when they first built, but now they are close to being empty nesters, so their home needs changed," Kemmer said. The Rademachers worked with Hanson Bros. Construction on their previous home, so when it came time to build again, they chose the same builder, while interior designer Monica Hart selected some of the finishes. After seeing the original floor plan, Kemmer made alterations to the kitchen to fit the needs of the Rademacher family.

The open-concept kitchen features painted cabinets for Melissa Rademacher and stained, maple cabinets for Kent Rademacher.

The paint color is alabaster, while the stain is espresso.

There are also two types of quartz countertops. While the perimeter is Torquay by Cambria, the island features Sea Grove by Cambria.

"EVERY FAMILY USES A KITCHEN DIFFERENTLY." - BETH KEMMER

This backsplash was chosen by Monica Hart.

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This mini-bar was one of the alterations that Kemmer made to the original floor plan.

Function is essential in kitchen design. In addition to cabinet organization, the Rademachers' kitchen has a walk-in pantry with lower cabinets and counter space for all of their small appliances.

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Guest Bath

"WE WANTED THE POWDER ROOM TO FEEL LIKE A BOUTIQUE HOTEL, WHILE WE WANTED THE GUEST BATH TO HAVE A FRENCH COUNTRY FEEL." - MELISSA RADEMACHER

This powder room features a floating vanity and dramatic wallpaper chosen by Monica Hart.

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For more information, contact: Wood Specialists 3221 4th Ave. S Fargo 701-281-2427 woodspecialistsinc.com

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he year was 1959, and Bobby Vee and the Shadows had just released their first single, "Suzie Baby." Behind the drum set sat one teenage Bob Korum of Fargo, North Dakota. Today, Korum has returned to his hometown and recently had his condo shown on the HBA's Remodeled Home Tour. With the help of Mark Jensen of Floor to Ceiling Carpet One Floor & Home, Korum has created an updated space to share with his cocker spanielpoodle mix.

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Korum left to tour with Bobby Vee and the Shadows in 1959. "We did the Dick Clarke road shows from 1959 to 1963. We were with the major label, Liberty Records, which was one of the top three in that era," he said. The band traveled all over the country. After years of touring, Korum began a career in media. Later in life, he returned to Fargo to be closer to friends and of course, the lakes.

Korum moved into his condo in 2002. "It was exactly what I wanted," said Korum. However, the condo needed updates. The eight-phase remodel began in April 2016 and was completed in July 2017 with the help of Mark Jensen, a consultant at Floor to Ceiling Carpet One Floor & Home. Then in September 2017, the condo was one of the stops on the HBA's Remodeled Home Tour.

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Laminate flooring installed in the kitchen and entryway

New carpet added in the living room, dining room, hallway and master bedroom Flooring - Floor to Ceiling Carpet One Floor & Home

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Tile backsplash installed in the kitchen

Granite Countertops - Syverson Tile & Stone Tile Backsplash - Daltile

Granite countertops with a stainless steel, undermount sink installed in the kitchen

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DESIGN&LIVING REMODEL The shower features a waterproof bench with metal detailing.

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Walk-in shower in the master bath installed

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Corian countertop installed in the master bath

Tile - Daltile Glass Shower Door - Frontier Glass Countertop - Designer Tops

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Corian is an extremely smooth material.

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Sheet vinyl flooring installed in the master bath

For more information, contact: Mark Jensen Floor to Ceiling Carpet One Floor & Home 360 36th St. SW, Fargo, ND 701-237-6601 floortoceilingcarpetone.com

Backsplash installed behind the vanity in the master bath

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When Fashion Influences K

ayla Coté van Rensburg and her husband, Piet Van Rensburg, make an eye-catching couple and even better business partners. When we met in their studio at APT, A Creative Incubator, they were both wearing their signature DAK & Co. designs. See how Coté and Van Rensburg have transformed an eight-by-twelve-foot room into the creative headquarters for their brand.

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Grain Designs helped Coté turn her design into wall art, which is what inspired DAK & Co.

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Kayla CotĂŠ and her husband, Piet van Rensburg, modeled their signature DAK & Co. designs.

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Get to Know DAK & Co. is a lifestyle brand that encompasses apparel and home décor. While their products feature graphic designs by Coté, van Rensburg brings carpentry, marketing and accounting experience to the business.

"We've always wanted to work together. It helps us deal with life," Cote said.

weekend in Minot before moving to Fargo. There was a live band, and van Rensburg asked Coté to dance. The next day, he asked if she would ever go to South Africa.

Two months later, she was on an airplane. "I flew into Johannesburg thinking, 'He better be at that airport,'" Coté laughed.

Their relationship developed under unlikely circumstances. Van Rensburg is from South Africa, while Coté is from North Dakota. The two met during her last

"We have a lot of faith in each other, and in God," van Rensburg explained.

Creative When we first visited DAK & Co, they were still in the process of designing the space. After two weekends of hard work, Coté and van Rensburg have completely transformed the eight-by-twelve-foot room. One of the most dramatic changes was replacing the bland wallpaper with a bold accent wall.

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Van Rensburg made clothing racks out of wooden dowels and copper fittings to display DAK & Co apparel. CotĂŠ and van Rensburg also use them during their pop-up shops. "Wherever we go, we take them with us," van Rensburg said.

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I love that teal.

It makes me feel good when I walk in every day."

- Kayla CotĂŠ

The couple found this chair for sale in The Black Building in Downtown Fargo. They then painted the arms and legs gold and reupholstered the seat using a velveteen, teal fabric that they had initially purchased with another project in mind. However, the fabric worked so well with the teal accent wall that CotĂŠ and van Rensburg just had to incorporate it into their creative space.

For more information, contact: DAK & Co 225 4th Ave. N #8, Fargo 701-566-0055 info@daklife.co shop.daklife.co

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Bringi Amara Breding

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For most people, the word boho is a catchall term for the mixing of unexpected styles, textures and colors.

But for sisters Amara Breding, Kirsten Boykin and Breanne Haverlock Lund, co-owners of the bohemian home dĂŠcor company called Willow, boho is a precise combination of their own individual tastes connected through their shared heritage.

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orn and raised in Williston, North Dakota, the stylish trio first started Willow back in June of 2015. The business was centered around their Bohemian ancestry and a mutual interest in a diverse array of whimsical, boho accessories and dĂŠcor.

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"We talked for a few years about opening a shop but never could find the time to get organized until everything fell into place," said oldest sister Amara, who's lived in Fargo since she attended NDSU for interior design. Now back in Williston after they also attended NDSU, Kirsten and Breanne work with Amara, who is based in Fargo, to build their brand into a statewide sensation.

"We had an idea to create boho-inspired decor since we all personally love the style and are passionate about creating unique items to share with everyone," said Amara, who also owns her own photography business called Amara Lea Photography. "We love channeling our Bohemian heritage and cannot wait to see what the future holds for Willow."

Since their first experience as a vendor at the Unglued Craft Festival a few years ago, they've expanded their business to include customers in 48 states, and even broke into the international market with sales to the United Kingdom and Jerusalem.

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Working with a broad mix of boho materials, Willow decor ranges from softer materials like macramĂŠ or yarn to the rough edges of driftwood and wood slices. Another common element for the sisters' designs includes delicate, yet durable faux succulents and moss.

Willow's Boho Basics Succulent Books We love to style our succulent books on accent tables and bookshelves to add interest. They look great in addition to a lamp and other decorative accessories, on an entry table or on top of a stack of books. Another one of our favorites stylings is on a kitchen cart or similar tiered stand, mixed in with faux or real potted plants.

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Wall Hangings Our Boho wall hangings come in many different designs and sizes. Our smaller boho wall hangings are perfect to add to a wall with other cohesive pieces, adding a cozy texture to any space. We love styling our larger wall hangings in spaces where they can stand out on their own like above a headboard.

Moss Wood Slices Our moss wood slices are customizable.

Show your state or Bison pride all while adding a unique texture to your space.

We typically like to style our moss wood slices in a grouping on a wall with cohesive artwork, decorative mirrors and/or wall planters. We also love them on a ledge or floating shelves along with photo frames or letter boards.

For more information, contact: Willow 701-770-2172 willownd.etsy.com You can also find them on Facebook by searching @ WillowBohemianDecorAndMore and on Instagram by searching @ willowbohemiandecor.

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An Eclectic Arts & CraftsStyle Home in Fargo

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n 1987, Bryan and Michelle Vidger purchased their first home. Thirty years later, they opened their doors to the public for the 2017 Historic Hawthorne Home Tour. Now, you can find out how the Vidgers have customized this 1919 artsand-crafts-style house to reflect their eclectic taste.

Homeowners Bryan & Michelle Vidger

JUST TWO YOUNG KIDS In the late 1980s, the Vidgers liked to visit open houses just for fun. "We were just two young kids looking at houses," Bryan Vidger said. However, they both saw something special in this 1919 arts-andcrafts-style home and walked away from the open house with a contract.

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When they first moved in, everything was white. Since then, the Vidgers have painted and added trim, moldings and textured wallpaper throughout the home.

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Dining Room

Recently, the Vidgers added sliding doors to separate the sun room from the dining room. These doors came with the home.

"They're experienced doors. They've seen a lot of things," Michelle Vidger said.

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The Vidgers remodeled their kitchen in the 1990s. Underneath the linoleum, they found original wood floors. They also chose to keep the exposed brick, which would not become popular until much later.

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This sunroom was added on in the 1940s as a three-season room. Since then, the Vidgers have added insulation.

DESIGN&LIVING HOME TOUR In 1994, the Vidgers built an addition.

The Vidgers took extra care to make sure that the exterior of the addition matched the front of the home. They also built a new garage in the same style.

Exterior

In the back yard, the Vidgers have the largest American Elm in the state. "We were at a party and there was a forester there. We were talking big trees, and he said, 'I need to come over and measure that,'" Bryan Vidger said. They nominated the tree, and it was named the grand champion.

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A new custom home builder is spreading its wings in Fargo. Studio West Homes made their Rocking Horse Farm debut with a functional family home in the Fall Parade of Homes.

Inspired by traditional design, Kirsten Waverek, Elliot Steinbrink and Trisha Stibbe of Studio West Homes have crafted a stylish, contemporary headquarters for the new homeowners and their young children. From mudroom to bonus room, this 4,370 square-foot house has plenty of space for growing up.

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CUSTOMIZATION IS EVERYTHING It all started when Waverek and Steinbrink realized that everyone wants their home to look different. Gone are the days when homeowners wanted all of the houses in their neighborhood to look the same. In addition to building custom homes, they are now customizing the building process with their new company, Studio West Homes. While Waverek and Steinbrink are co-owners, they have also brought on a third employee, Trisha Stibbe.

Left to Right Kirsten Waverek, Design + Client Manager; Elliot Steinbrink, Project Manager; Trisha Stibbe, Assistant Client Manager

"EVERYONE IS LOOKING FOR SOMETHING DIFFERENT. PEOPLE ARE SPENDING QUITE A BIT OF MONEY ON THEIR HOMES, SO WE ARE PUTTING A HIGHER VALUE ON EXCLUSIVITY." - Kirsten Waverek, Design + Client Manager

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ENTRY The entry features a timeless, tray ceiling and a traditional bannister. You can also see the influence of Katie Sullivan of Pretty Domesticated, a home and lifestyle blog.

Waverek teamed up with Sullivan to stage the home for the Fall Parade of Homes.

OFFICE A home office is just off of the entry.

However, this room could also be used as a playroom or even a bedroom because it features a window and a closet.

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LIVING ROOM The living room features a coffered ceiling and a custom fireplace with honed, carrera marble in a basket-weave pattern. Meanwhile, a recessed window and built-in cabinetry add classic character to this contemporary design.

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KITCHEN The Kitchen is Waverek's favorite space in the home because it is nice and bright and you can see what is going on in the other rooms. It features painted cabinets, quartz countertops and a composite granite sink along with nickel hardware and chrome fixtures that provide contemporary flair. Also in the kitchen is a large island, which would be the perfect place to host parties or help with homework.

Studio West Homes added a few modern features here and there to create the perfect balance between classic and contemporary.

Cabinets - Wendt Custom Cabinets

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DINING ROOM The dining room is open to the kitchen and offers generous views of the large backyard.

MUDROOM The mudroom was very important to the future homeowners. "They wanted a room where kids can come in from the garage or outside," Stibbe explained. When asked what her favorite feature of the home was, she said that the mudroom really stood out. "I have kids, and we need this," Stibbe added. This mudroom has plenty of storage in addition to space for the kids to come and go. Off of the mudroom is also a walk-in closet, a powder room and a pantry.

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TWO BEDROOMS AND A BONUS ROOM Upstairs, the homeowners have two bedrooms, a bathroom and a bonus room in addition to the master suite. For the Fall Parade of Homes, Studio West Homes had the bonus room staged as a kids' space. However, the possibilities for this room are endless.

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MASTER SUITE The master suite is separated from the rest of the rooms upstairs by a private entrance, which makes it feel more exclusive.

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BAR

HOME THEATER

In the bar, the homeowners chose a dark stain for the cabinets to create a cozy color pallet.

LOWER LEVEL Downstairs is a guest bedroom, bathroom, bar and home theater. The lower level has everything that the future homeowners' guests might need. Judging by the nine-foot ceilings and large windows, however, it doesn't feel like a lower level at all.

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For more information, contact: Studio West Homes 701-404-7716 studiowesthomes.com hello@studiowesthomes.com