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Affordable Luxury Homes in Fargo, ND

Design Studio

Visible Beauty: Creating a Showcase with Open Shelving

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We’ve stated many times throughout the years that your home is a reflection of you and your lifestyle. This statement cannot be more true when it comes to how you decorate and showcase prized possessions such as trophies, photographs, your favorite books, movies… etc. Open shelving gives a breath of freshness throughout the home and pulls back the curtain of who you are. It has succeeded the tradition of closed cabinets and doors. There are many different variations of open shelving too as this Inspiration booklet below will show you! Come and create your own “lifestyle gallery” with Thomsen Homes!

 

Your Relaxation Destination

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We’ve all seen the movie scenes…

Julie Roberts singing along to Prince while she’s soaking in the tub, Marilyn cooling off from the NY heat, Al Pacino relaxing and smoking a cigar… you gotta admit it, bathrooms are more than just  the room with a toilet! Bathrooms can be a place of rest and relaxation; where you go to get a little peace and quiet, a little… YOU time. Thomsen Homes wants you to be able to create a spa-like oasis that’s just footsteps away! Here are some key features to think about then designing your relaxation destination:

  1. Are you a shower or a tub kind of person? Some may forgo a grandiose shower in search of a free-standing tub with jets! Maybe you’re the former and love a luxurious shower you can sing your heart out in?!
  2. Do you need one or two sinks? Remember that while having two sinks is mostly ideal, it can also take up counter space you may need for getting ready i.e makeup, shaving…
  3. Do you need more than one outlet? A lot of times couples get ready at the same time. Having an extra outlet on both sides of the counter can eliminate the stress associated with tangling electronics cords.
  4. Consider a storage nook/closet for your toiletries.
  5. Do you have children or pets that need bathing? A shower/tub combo should be included in one of your bathrooms for an easy bath solution! Perhaps adding a detachable shower head isn’t such a bad idea either?

We have so many options for you to choose from! From vinyl to tile flooring, fiberglass to tile showers, laminate to quartz countertops and SO MUCH MORE, you’ll be able to come home and unwind the day away in your brand new oasis! See our Inspiration booklet below for some amazing ideas!

Go Ahead & Judge That Cover: Home Exterior Options

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As the title alludes, we’re dropping the old saying, “Don’t judge a book by its cover.” The way a home looks on the outside can say just as much about the people who live there as the interior does! We’ve all driven through neighborhoods and admired certain homes’ exteriors, some more than others. What has caught your eye lately?

Are you a modern type of person who enjoys sleek lines, geometric accents and bold colors? Or perhaps you are more of a craftsman or colonial style person, revealing in rich character and little details? Not sure what you like? We will help you choose which exterior will fit you and your lifestyle! From our timeless standard options to one of our upgraded options, you can be sure your home stands out in a neighborhood full of “cookie cutter” homes.

Your Kitchen: A Space of Many Uses

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When you reminisce on memories you’ve made with friends and family, where do a lot of those memories occur? Think about events and parties you’ve been to, or have hosted yourself. What space do you gather in? The kitchen is the space most beloved and used in the home. You cook, entertain, eat, socialize, and so much more in the kitchen. Designing this space to your liking is key to ensure plenty more memorable moments happen in the years to come!

 

Coming to the Surface: Countertops & Choosing What Suits You

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There are quite a few things to consider when picking out your counters. With all the choices from laminate to granite, from a simple to a busy design, picking countertops may give you a little stress when it comes time to choose. Not so design savvy? Don’t worry! Our Designers will help guide you through this process by asking you questions to get your mind fine-tuned and running towards countertop success! With an abundance of samples in our Design Studio to feel and look at, the choosing becomes a little easier! We will help you get a feel for your space as a whole by helping you choose cabinets and flooring to match, creating something that is cohesive and beautiful!

We offer three types of countertops in our homes:

Laminate: These come standard in our Classic home bathrooms. They are made from layers of bonded plastic and board. Many varieties that have a consistent look.

Quartz: These come standard in both Classic and Luxury home kitchens and standard in our Luxury home bathrooms. Made from ground quartz and resins, these countertops are very hard, durable and easy to clean, but not heat resistant.

Granite: Granite is an upgrade option for any home. Granite countertops are made from sheets of granite, therefore the color and pattern can vary from one sample to the next. Granite is much more heat resistant than quartz is.

Not sure which to choose? Check out this article on choosing quartz or granite.

We have created a series called Design For Your Mind, which focuses on guiding you through various aspects of the design process! Watch our countertops edition below!

Heidi Toso: Small Town Girl With a Big Look on Life & Design

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Mix together a little spunk, attitude, persistence, hats of all kinds and a wealth of design knowledge and you have the perfect recipe for Heidi Toso. Heidi came to Thomsen Homes from High End Custom Homes and production 3.5 years ago and where would we be without her? She is the bread and butter of everything design here at Thomsen and with the design team, she makes your dreams come to life! You can catch her lakeside in the summers with her family, winding down with a cold one. You might even see her walking her cute dogs around town! Get to know Heidi and what she’s all about below!

1.  Name three words that you describe you. Small Town Girl

2.  Do you have any hidden talents or skills? I make a mean pan of pumpkin bars, I used to be one heck of a slalom water skier & synchronized swimmer and I can float in the water for hours- effortlessly!

3.  If you could be anywhere other than here, right this minute, where would you be? On an remote beach with sun & sand (and a cold beverage) or Las Vegas – can’t decide between the 2, love em’ both!

4. Flashback to when you were 10 years old. What did you want to be when you grow up? A veterinarian. I have just love animals and should probably live on a hobby farm!

5. My favorite word in the English language is? Curmudgeonly or cantankerous!

6. If you were a superhero, what super power would you have? Time Travel

7. What are you happiest doing, when you’re not working? Spending time with family & relaxing at the lake

9. What would be your personal motto? “Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things that you didn’t do than b the ones you did do. So throw off the bowlines. Sail away from the safe harbor. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover.” – Mark Twain

10. Choose a movie title for the story of your life. The pursuit of happiness

11. What, or who, are you a “closet fan” of? Adam Thielen. Love that he is a small town MN guy making it for himself (it helps that’s he’s a MN Viking as well)

12. Look at your last song listened to. What is it? “Your Song” by Elton John

13. What’s a typical day like for you at work? Hmm….typical is the abnormal, what’s typical even mean?! Haha. Every day is different and every day is an adventure. Seriously – some of my time is spent designing, but majority of my time is customer service, project management and Team Management.

14.  What do you think are the best skills that you bring to your job? Diverse Background from High End Customs homes to Production and many years of experience in the home building industry wearing lots of hats throughout the years!

15.  What do you love most about your job? The people I get to work with every day and the relationships I have created with staff and designing new floor plan layouts/options!

Shelby Gustafson’s Got the “Gusto” For All Things Design

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Shelby is a North Dakota native from Mandan (the better side of the river). She graduated from Northland Community & Technical College and was the winner of the Forx Builders Association & NC&TC Project House Design contest in which she perfected a rambler home, eventually built in East Grand Forks. Shelby has been with Thomsen for two years now and has grown from Design Specialist Assistant to a Design Specialist, meaning she now takes on her own clients and helps them with decisions throughout the build. She has an awesome way of connecting with clients and will make sure your build is exciting and unforgettable. Get know Shelby some more below!

  1. Name three words that you describe you. Sincere, FUNNY, Organized.
  2. Do you have any hidden talents or skills? I’m actually a pretty good cook!
  3.  If you could be anywhere other than here, right this minute, where would you be? I would probably be in my bed, snuggled up in the blankets, taking a nap.
  4. Flashback to when you were 10 years old. What did you want to be when you grow up? I’m about 65% sure I wanted to be a Doctor, until I realized how much school I would have to go to.
  5. My favorite word in the English language is? A lot of 4-letter words, but hey, I work in construction!
  6. If you were a superhero, what super power would you have? Being able to eat whatever I wanted and not gain weight, or feel crappy!
  7. What are you happiest doing, when you’re not working? Anything with my family.
  8. What would be your personal motto? Being called weird is like being called limited edition. It means you’re something people don’t see that often. Remember that.
  9. Choose a movie title for the story of your life. Dumb & Dumber
  10. What, or who, are you a “closet fan” of? Guy’s Grocery Games
  11. Look at your last song listened to. What is it? The Bones – Maren Morris, obsessed!
  12. What’s a typical day like for you at work? Coffee, emails, coffee, meeting, coffee, lunch, meeting, coffee, emails, coffee.
  13. What do you think are the best skills that you bring to your job? A coachable attitude, open mindedness, and a good joke here and there.
  14. What do you love most about your job? The people I work with, we truly are one big family.  

Ready to start your own build? Give us a call at 701.478.3000 or check out ThomsenHomesLLC.com for more information!

A MN gal and Thomsen Homes Design Specialist: Meet Alyssa

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Alyssa Asheim’s passion as a Design Specialist for Thomsen Homes stems from her ability to work with clients to conceptualize their dream home and make it a reality.

 A MN gal and NDSU graduate from Moorhead, Alyssa has planted her roots here with her husband Keith and daughter Harper.  Alyssa takes pride in creating living spaces that speak to the personality, preferences and experiences of each and every Thomsen Homes client she works with.

We sat down with Alyssa and got the inside scoop on her hidden talents, hobbies and what she loves most about her job.

 

Name three words that you describe you.

Energetic, Caring & Organized

Do you have any hidden talents or skills?

I don’t have any hidden talents, but I’m pretty good at drinkin’ beer. ? ~Billy Currington

Flashback to when you were 10 years old. What did you want to be when you grow up?

Interior Designer!

If you were a superhero, what super power would you have?

To stop time, I could use some extra hours in my day.

What are you happiest doing, when you’re not working?

Hanging out in the aisle of Target with my daughter, it’s our happy place.

What would be your personal motto?

The laundry can wait.

Choose a movie title for the story of your life.

Lost at Sea or in a Thomsen Homes Development.

Look at your last song listened to. What is it?

Kidz Bop Version of Youngblood in the car.

What do you think are the best skills that you bring to your job?

Being organized, patient and adaptive is key when managing multiple client builds.  There are a lot of different aspects to building a home so you have to be flexible as a Designer and keep the best interest of the client in mind.

What do you love most about your job?

I think working with clients and collaborating with my co-workers is what I like best, it’s all about the people!  Also, the break room snacks, can’t forget that.