Entries by Micah

Mahtomedi Home Remodel Nearing Completion – Final Finishes in Place!

Our Mahtomedi home renovation project near White Bear Lake, Minnesota is almost wrapped up, and it’s looking incredible! This 1920s cottage remodel has truly transformed from a tired fixer-upper into a warm, welcoming home full of character. This week, the final floor finish was completed, giving the white oak hardwood floors a beautiful glow. Countertops […]

Mahtomedi Home Remodel Progress Update – Transforming a 1920s Cottage Near White Bear Lake

The Mahtomedi home renovation project is moving along quickly, and this 1920s cottage restoration near White Bear Lake, Minnesota is really coming to life! Sheetrock is complete, walls are freshly painted, tile floors are set, custom cabinets are installed, and countertops have been measured. The white oak hardwood floors are absolutely stunning — I can’t […]

Mahtomedi Home Renovation Progress Update!

Exciting progress on my Mahtomedi home renovation project near White Bear Lake, Minnesota! This charming 1920s cottage remodel is really starting to take shape. We recently installed two new structural headers — one over the old entryway and another between the kitchen and porch, opening up the layout and creating a more functional flow. A […]

Exciting New Home Renovation in Mahtomedi Near White Bear Lake!

I’m thrilled to share my newest venture in Mahtomedi, Minnesota — a charming 1920s cottage home just a few blocks from White Bear Lake! This beautiful old house has incredible potential, and I couldn’t resist taking on another home renovation project. Over the past 25 years, I’ve flipped and restored four homes throughout Minnesota, and […]

Updating My Own Bathroom: A Personal Touch on a Functional Remodel

Updating My Own Bathroom: A Personal Touch on a Functional Remodel Sometimes, we update our own spaces, and this bathroom was no exception! Before I dove into kitchen and bath design professionally, I decided to add a soaking tub to my main bathroom—and I taught myself how to tile along the way. The before pictures […]

Clever Transformation of Small Bathroom to Optimize Space

Transforming a Small Bathroom with Green and Gold Accents I’ve always been drawn to the color green! It’s earthy, grounding, and pairs beautifully with gold for a stunning, sophisticated look. In this recent bathroom remodel, we focused on creating a functional and stylish space that blends modern updates with vintage charm. Maximizing Space in a […]

Thank You – To Our Amazing Customers

Thank YOU for helping make my vision and dreams a reality! It all began 17 years ago when I had the vision to purchase Kitchens by Design. Despite the challenges of the 2007-2008 economic downturn, I took a leap and financially supported seven employees, despite being advised against buying a business, especially in the remodeling […]

Final Completion Photos From Bumblebee Orchard

We’re excited to share the final photos of our latest modular home project! The home’s living space offers stunning views of a beautiful apple orchard. Some standout features include the rich red oak rift flooring with a matte finish, the warm gold tones of the Cambria Britanica counters in the kitchen, complemented by a sleek […]

Roseville Addition

Roseville Addition Our Roseville addition is making great strides! We’ve installed beautiful painted white and alder cabinets from Holiday Kitchens, along with sleek Corian Quartz countertops. Today, the team is busy working on the tile backsplash installation. To enhance the space, we added six feet to the back of this rambler, creating a more spacious […]