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Depeche Mood (Boards) – Taste, Refined

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This edition’s mood board brings a lot of class and refined taste. Libby has put together a classic mood board that will stand the test of time for years to come! She has included dark stained cabinetry combined with white painted cabinetry to give a contrasted, yet simple, look. The oil-rubbed bronze fixtures really pop against the white. Have you seen that beautiful backsplash?! Even though it may be all white, the backsplash’s tile pattern is gorgeously feminine and dainty. The brown and white granite countertop tops off the design by tying in the cabinetry, backsplash and flooring! What is your ideal kitchen design?

Depeche Mood (Boards) – Libby’s Creation

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As you might know, our Designers and Design Assistants have a lot of passion and desire for all things home design. With that said, our lovely Designer, Libby, has put together some inspirational and beautiful mood boards for you to get ideas from! This featured mood board highlights some wonderful design ideas you can find, and build, here at Thomsen Homes! Libby has included some wonderful, geometric vinyl flooring in a lovely grey and white hues. She’s contrasted that color palette with dark, slate stained cabinetry. The Carrara countertop’s marble-like pattern really pops against the cabinet color! Add some bright, metal fixtures and your home is set! Want to see more ideas? Visit our Virtual Design Studio or take a peek at our galleries! Thanks Libby!

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!

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