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Our remodel of this family home took advantage of a breathtaking view of Lake Minnetonka. We installed a four-chair lounge on what was previously a formal porch, satisfying the couple’s desire for a warm, cozy ambience. An uncommon shade of pale, soothing blue as the base color creates a cohesive, intimate feeling throughout the house. Custom pieces, including a server and bridge, and mahjong tables, communicate to visitors the homeowners’ unique sensibilities cultivated over a lifetime. The dining room features a richly colored area rug featuring fruits and leaves – an old family treasure.
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Project designed by Minneapolis interior design studio LiLu Interiors. They serve the Minneapolis-St. Paul area, including Wayzata, Edina, and Rochester, and they travel to the far-flung destinations where their upscale clientele owns second homes.
For more about LiLu Interiors, see here: https://www.liluinteriors.com/
To learn more about this project, see here:
https://www.liluinteriors.com/portfolio-items/lake-minnetonka-family-home-remodel/

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Door style: Pendleton Inset | Species: Red oak | Finish: Vintage Oyster
Since grandkids are often on the guest list, the loft area was designed with little ones in mind. Showplace components were used to create the bunk beds. The red oak Vintage Oyster finish coordinates with the guest bath.
Learn more about the versatile palette of Showplace painted finishes: http://www.showplacewood.com/ProdGuide1/PGantq/PGantq.html

This kitchen was fabricated by Lapptops and the cabinets were done by King's Woodwork!
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This kitchen features Giallo Ornamental granite on the island and surrounding countertops, accenting the different color island cabinetry.
Search "ornamental" granite, see variations of this granite or other stone options: http://www.stoneaction.com
Learn more about granite to see if it’s right for you:
Granite countertops can last a lifetime. It contains no harmful chemicals and do not emit harmful radiation or gasses. Granite is heat resistant and is one of the most heat-resistant countertops on the market. You can place a hot pan out of the oven directly onto the countertop surface. Experts do recommend the use of a trivet when using appliances that emit heat for long periods of time, such as crockpots. Since the material is so dense, there is a small possibility heating one area of the top and not the entire thing, could cause the countertop to crack.
Granite is scratch resistant. You can cut on it, but it will dull your knives! Granite scores a seven on Moh’s hardness scale.
Granite countertops are considered to be a low maintenance countertop surface. The likelihood of needing to be repaired or resurfaced is low. Granite is a porous material. Most fabricators will apply a sealer to granite countertops before they are installed which will protect them from absorbing liquids too quickly. Many sealers last more than 10 years before needing to be reapplied. When they do need to be reapplied, it is something that most homeowners can do on their own as the process is similar to cleaning. Darker granites are very dense and sometimes don’t even require a sealer.
When it comes to pricing, there are a lot of variables such as edge profile, total square footage, backsplash, etc. Don’t be fooled by the stereotype that all granite is expensive. Lower-range granites will cost less than high-range laminate. Though granite countertops are not considered “low range” in pricing, there are a lot of affordable options.
If you are looking for something truly unique, consider an exotic granite. Some quarries are not easily accessible and/or only able to be quarried for short periods of time throughout the year. If these circumstances exist in a quarry with gorgeous stone, the price will be driven upward.
You won’t find a lot of solid patterns or bright colors, but both do exist. Also, watch for a large range of color and pattern within the same color of stone. It’s always a good idea to view the exact slab(s) that will be fabricated for your kitchen to make sure they are what you expected to see from the sample. Another factor is that many exotic types of granite have huge flowing waves, and a small sample will not be an accurate representation of the whole slab.
Granite countertops are very resistant to chemicals. Acids and bases will not harm the material.

Our remodel of this family home took advantage of a breathtaking view of Lake Minnetonka. We installed a four-chair lounge on what was previously a formal porch, satisfying the couple’s desire for a warm, cozy ambience. An uncommon shade of pale, soothing blue as the base color creates a cohesive, intimate feeling throughout the house. Custom pieces, including a server and bridge, and mahjong tables, communicate to visitors the homeowners’ unique sensibilities cultivated over a lifetime. The dining room features a richly colored area rug featuring fruits and leaves – an old family treasure.
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Project designed by Minneapolis interior design studio LiLu Interiors. They serve the Minneapolis-St. Paul area, including Wayzata, Edina, and Rochester, and they travel to the far-flung destinations where their upscale clientele owns second homes.
For more about LiLu Interiors, see here: https://www.liluinteriors.com/
To learn more about this project, see here:
https://www.liluinteriors.com/portfolio-items/lake-minnetonka-family-home-remodel

When well known philanthropist Rachel (Bunny) Mellon passed away in 2014, a key provision of her will was that her beloved Oak Spring Garden estate in in Upperville, Virginia would be converted to a center for the study of horticulture. During her lifetime, Bunny, a devoted gardener, created stunning gardens on the estate, amassed a collection of priceless horticultural manuscripts and even designed the famous White House Rose Garden. One of the challenges of achieving her vision of a center for horticultural learning on her estate was the need to convert the Mellon's existing stables into hotel-style rooms for visiting scholars. Working with Architect Karl Riedel of Leesburg, our Interior Designer Cathleen Gruver, and Peter Crane, President of the Oak Spring Garden Foundation and his wife Elinor, Gruver Cooley transformed spaces that had once housed race horses into comfortable rooms which fit seamlessly with the spirit of the Mellon property.
The original barn was designed in 1949 by New York architectural firm Cross and Sons, which was responsible for many notable buildings there. Although the barn's purpose changed dramatically, the exterior facade was maintained as originally conceived by Mr. Mellon. In the interior, all flooring, wainscoting and some millwork was fabricated using Oak Spring Farm grown timber in maple, oak, walnut and poplar. The desks within each room were also fabricated on site using wood grown on the estate. The barn is ADA accessible and 20% of the rooms meet ADA standards.
Making comfortable hotel-style rooms required a number of new systems to be integrated into the structure and provided the opportunity to use sustainable best building practices. Geothermal wells were drilled to provide energy efficient low impact heating and cooling. All ductwork is insulated and sealed, icynene insulation is used on all walls and attic areas and ground level floors are insulated with R6 insulation. Low water toilets and low pressure showers are used in each of the new bathrooms, and all windows are high efficiency advanced low e glass.
As you view the pictures above, we think you will agree that the Mellon Legacy has been well preserved while moving the property responsibly into a new chapter of its storied history.

Our remodel of this family home took advantage of a breathtaking view of Lake Minnetonka. We installed a four-chair lounge on what was previously a formal porch, satisfying the couple’s desire for a warm, cozy ambience. An uncommon shade of pale, soothing blue as the base color creates a cohesive, intimate feeling throughout the house. Custom pieces, including a server and bridge, and mahjong tables, communicate to visitors the homeowners’ unique sensibilities cultivated over a lifetime. The dining room features a richly colored area rug featuring fruits and leaves – an old family treasure.
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Project designed by Minneapolis interior design studio LiLu Interiors. They serve the Minneapolis-St. Paul area, including Wayzata, Edina, and Rochester, and they travel to the far-flung destinations where their upscale clientele owns second homes.
For more about LiLu Interiors, click here: https://www.liluinteriors.com/
To learn more about this project, click here:
https://www.liluinteriors.com/portfolio-items/lake-minnetonka-family-home-remodel

Door style: Pendleton | Species: Maple | Finish: Autumn
With young kids in the family, a play/study room was a great addition to the home. It provides a kid-friendly space with lots of storage.
Learn more about our style and convenience accessories to enhance your Showplace: http://www.showplacewood.com/ProdGuide1/PGaccs/accshome.html

Door style: Covington | Species: Eucalyptus | Finish: Truffle with Ebony glaze
This compact butler's pantry, just off the kitchen, is perfect for entertaining. It combines storage and display spaces in a very creative design. Note how the mullion doors and stacked moldings repeat from the kitchen. Here's proof that no matter how limited the space, you can create a true Showplace.
Learn more about FREE Showplace glazing: http://www.showplacewood.com/ProdGuide1/ProdGuideGlaze1.html

Lounge Sectional Sofa
Price from: $ 3299
Dimentions: 106x106''W x 30''H x 42''D
Can be ordered in custom size, twenty-four configurations, choice of cushion fill, seat firmness, decorative trim, wood finish and fabric. Please submit Request Custom Quote Form for custom pricing shipping rates and special requests. If you have a difficult area to design for, want to go COM, or just want an exclusive, different design, please, call Customer Service (214) 984-4128.
Quality Construction: Kiln dried hardwood frame, 8 gauge “no-sag” sinuous springs, 3.0-density high resilience foam core wrapped in Darcon polyester fiber. Produced and manufactured in USA.
Warranty: Lifetime warranty on the frame and springs. Additional Guardsman 10 Year fabric warranty against stains, spills, tears, and rips is available to purchase. Learn more about Guardsman
Shipping and Delivery: Can be shipped to any continental United States. Depending on Zip Code, different rates will apply. Please, submit Request Shipping Quote Form for more information.

Door style: Savannah Inset | Species: Paint grade | Finish: Soft Cream with Oatmeal glaze
Island: Vintage Graphite
Showplace offers mullion doors in a selection of styles. The Gothic Quad Curved doors used here are a distinctive feature of the kitchen. Also note the lovely carved corbel on the Showplace range hood.
Learn more about Showplace Gothic Mullion doors: http://www.showplacewood.com/ProdGuide1/PGmullion/MullionHome.html

Flora Sofa
Dimensions: 82"W x 37"D 31"H
Price: From 799.00
Can be ordered in custom size, twenty-four configurations, choice of cushion fill, seat firmness, decorative trim, wood finish and fabric. Please submit Request Custom Quote Form for custom pricing shipping rates and special requests. If you have a difficult area to design for, want to go COM, or just want an exclusive, different design, please, call Customer Service (214) 984-4128.
Quality Construction: Kiln dried hardwood frame, 8 gauge “no-sag” sinuous springs, 3.0-density high resilience foam core wrapped in Darcon polyester fiber. Produced and manufactured in USA.
Warranty: Lifetime warranty on the frame and springs. Additional Guardsman 10 Year fabric warranty against stains, spills, tears, and rips is available to purchase. Learn more about Guardsman
Shipping and Delivery: Can be shipped to any continental United States. Depending on Zip Code, different rates will apply. Please, submit Request Shipping Quote Form for more information.

Brooks Sofa
Price From $1199.00
Dimensions: 88''W x 26''H x 38''D
Can be ordered in custom size, twenty-four configurations, choice of cushion fill, seat firmness, decorative trim, wood finish and fabric. Please submit Request Custom Quote Form for custom pricing shipping rates and special requests. If you have a difficult area to design for, want to go COM, or just want an exclusive, different design, please, call Customer Service (214) 984-4128.
Quality Construction: Kiln dried hardwood frame, 8 gauge “no-sag” sinuous springs, 3.0-density high resilience foam core wrapped in Darcon polyester fiber. Produced and manufactured in USA.
Warranty: Lifetime warranty on the frame and springs. Additional Guardsman 10 Year fabric warranty against stains, spills, tears, and rips is available to purchase. Learn more about Guardsman
Shipping and Delivery: Can be shipped to any continental United States. Depending on Zip Code, different rates will apply. Please, submit Request Shipping Quote Form for more information.

Cameo Sofa
Price From $1699.00
Dimensions: 92''W x 28''H x 38''D
Can be ordered in custom size, twenty-four configurations, choice of cushion fill, seat firmness, decorative trim, wood finish and fabric. Please submit Request Custom Quote Form for custom pricing shipping rates and special requests. If you have a difficult area to design for, want to go COM, or just want an exclusive, different design, please, call Customer Service (214) 984-4128.
Quality Construction: Kiln dried hardwood frame, 8 gauge “no-sag” sinuous springs, 3.0-density high resilience foam core wrapped in Darcon polyester fiber. Produced and manufactured in USA.
Warranty: Lifetime warranty on the frame and springs. Additional Guardsman 10 Year fabric warranty against stains, spills, tears, and rips is available to purchase. Learn more about Guardsman
Shipping and Delivery: Can be shipped to any continental United States. Depending on Zip Code, different rates will apply. Please, submit Request Shipping Quote Form for more information.

Urbana Sofa
Price from: $ 1199
Dimensions: 88''W x 30''H x 38''D
Can be ordered in custom size, twenty-four configurations, choice of cushion fill, seat firmness, decorative trim, wood finish and fabric. Please submit Request Custom Quote Form for custom pricing shipping rates and special requests. If you have a difficult area to design for, want to go COM, or just want an exclusive, different design, please, call Customer Service (214) 984-4128.
Quality Construction: Kiln dried hardwood frame, 8 gauge “no-sag” sinuous springs, 3.0-density high resilience foam core wrapped in Darcon polyester fiber. Produced and manufactured in USA.
Warranty: Lifetime warranty on the frame and springs. Additional Guardsman 10 Year fabric warranty against stains, spills, tears, and rips is available to purchase. Learn more about Guardsman
Shipping and Delivery: Can be shipped to any continental United States. Depending on Zip Code, different rates will apply. Please, submit Request Shipping Quote Form for more information.

Yes, this is a Metal Roof! Unified Steel - Stone Coated Steel Roofing by Westlake Royal Roofing Solutions and expertly installed by Green Knight Metal Roofing . Lifetime, transferable warranty and one of the most durable products on the market today. To learn more, call Green Knight® Metal roofing at 512-416-ROOF (7663).

Classic Leather Inc. was founded in 1966 by Thomas H. Shores Sr. in Hickory, NC. Over 280 skilled crafts people from this region apply time-honored techniques to build each piece by hand to your specifications. Vertical integration of manufacturing in Hickory ensures a consistency in all aspects of our furniture.
We are proud to offer an American company who manufactures quality products to our clients and look forward to designing furniture to enhance the look of your home, provide the comfort and functionality you desire as well as provide you with furniture that will last a lifetime. We invite you in to learn more about the various available leather options.

Baker Sofa
Dimensions: 86"W x 40"D x 34"H
Price: From $999.00
Can be ordered in custom size, twenty-four configurations, choice of cushion fill, seat firmness, decorative trim, wood finish and fabric. Please submit Request Custom Quote Form for custom pricing shipping rates and special requests. If you have a difficult area to design for, want to go COM, or just want an exclusive, different design, please, call Customer Service (214) 984-4128.
Quality Construction: Kiln dried hardwood frame, 8 gauge “no-sag” sinuous springs, 3.0-density high resilience foam core wrapped in Darcon polyester fiber. Produced and manufactured in USA.
Warranty: Lifetime warranty on the frame and springs. Additional Guardsman 10 Year fabric warranty against stains, spills, tears, and rips is available to purchase. Learn more about Guardsman
Shipping and Delivery: Can be shipped to any continental United States. Depending on Zip Code, different rates will apply. Please, submit Request Shipping Quote Form for more information.

California Brown granite is shown in this project!
Search "California Brown" granite, see more granite or other stone options: http://www.stoneaction.com
Learn more about granite to see if it’s right for you:
Granite countertops can last a lifetime. It contains no harmful chemicals and do not emit harmful radiation or gasses. Granite is heat resistant and is one of the most heat-resistant countertops on the market. You can place a hot pan out of the oven directly onto the countertop surface. Experts do recommend the use of a trivet when using appliances that emit heat for long periods of time, such as crockpots. Since the material is so dense, there is a small possibility heating one area of the top and not the entire thing, could cause the countertop to crack.
Granite is scratch resistant. You can cut on it, but it will dull your knives! Granite scores a seven on Moh’s hardness scale.
Granite countertops are considered to be a low maintenance countertop surface. The likelihood of needing to be repaired or resurfaced is low. Granite is a porous material. Most fabricators will apply a sealer to granite countertops before they are installed which will protect them from absorbing liquids too quickly. Many sealers last more than 10 years before needing to be reapplied. When they do need to be reapplied, it is something that most homeowners can do on their own as the process is similar to cleaning. Darker granites are very dense and sometimes don’t even require a sealer.
When it comes to pricing, there are a lot of variables such as edge profile, total square footage, backsplash, etc. Don’t be fooled by the stereotype that all granite is expensive. Lower-range granites will cost less than high-range laminate. Though granite countertops are not considered “low range” in pricing, there are a lot of affordable options.
If you are looking for something truly unique, consider an exotic granite. Some quarries are not easily accessible and/or only able to be quarried for short periods of time throughout the year. If these circumstances exist in a quarry with gorgeous stone, the price will be driven upward.
You won’t find a lot of solid patterns or bright colors, but both do exist. Also, watch for a large range of color and pattern within the same color of stone. It’s always a good idea to view the exact slab(s) that will be fabricated for your kitchen to make sure they are what you expected to see from the sample. Another factor is that many exotic types of granite have huge flowing waves, and a small sample will not be an accurate representation of the whole slab.
Granite countertops are very resistant to chemicals. Acids and bases will not harm the material.
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