The Exterior of a Home: What Does it Say To You?

The exterior of a home is like its greeting to the world. Its ciao bella or stiff lipped smile.We love designing beautiful homes, inside and out. Front and back. And we don't take the exteriors lightly. With the goal of creating homes that merge naturally into their surrounding neighborhoods, each one takes on a little greeting of its own.What that usually means is a little bit of cape cod meets craftsman meets colonial (with some prairie and tudor and farmhouse thrown in here and there), and a whole lot of style.To view a comprehensive list of what comes standard with every REFINED visit our recent posts:standard exterior elements or standard interior elementsIn addition, all REFINED homes include:

• Full Architecture Services

• Full Interior Design Service

• Complete landscaping Package

• Construction Financing for the Entire Project

• Highest-Quality Building Materials

• Smarthome Technology/Security System

Here are a few of our favorites. What does each one say to you?REFINED builds custom homes in established neighborhoods, reflecting both the style of the homeowners as well as the style of the surrounding homes.  For more information on REFINED, located in Edina, MN, check out our available homesites here.

Bright and Fresh Porches & Outdoor Spaces

Spring is here, the snow is gone, and Minnesotans are beyond ready for a little fresh air. Honestly, this time of year we'll happily take any temperature if it means winter has concluded. Spring is all about open windows and high hopes, right?

If you also can't stop daydreaming about grilling, green everything, and sitting in the warm sun, then you're in the right place. This week, our blog is devoted to our favorite backyard features and outdoor getaways. Porches, in particular, are a real lifesaver during the spring transition. You get a taste of the outdoors but can still control your environment (hint: fireplace).

Another fantastic way to bring the outdoors in is through oversized french or patio doors. We love how this feature brings in lots of bright, natural light. Additionally, they provide you with the option of making any space - from bedrooms to dining rooms - feel more like a luxurious resort.

Want to see more of what we're describing? Scroll through the images below, and let us know which porches or patios you'd like to call home!

All REFINED Homes Include: Exterior Elements List

Building a custom home is a big investment, so it's understandable homeowners have a lot of questions before getting started. After all, there's a lot to consider! From timelines to the design process and everything in between, questions are a natural part of the process.

At REFINED, we pride ourselves on creating a streamlined process from start to finish. We make it a point to guide homeowners through the design and construction process, offer convenient timelines, and address any questions or concerns that may arise.

Part of this process includes being transparent about the elements and features included in every REFINED custom home. While other builders may hide these things throughout a lengthy contract, we offer homeowners a list of standard features from the start.

Keep reading for a comprehensive list of the exterior elements that come standard in every single REFINED home.

• Entire architectural services

• Full landscaping design and installation

• All site clearing and tree removal

• All necessary survey work for permits and construction

• Soil testing

• Buried power lines from power pole to new home

• 30-year architectural shingles

• James Hardie siding, soffit, and fascia (no aluminum, no SmartSide, no vinyl)

• Rain gutters

• Custom insulated garage doors

• Marvin Integrity Windows

• Concrete window wells (no metal)

• Whole house hot water circulation pump/line

• Garage floor drains

• Custom millwork package

Missed our blog post detailing all of the interior elements included in every REFINED custom home? Check it out here.*Please note: REFINED Custom Homes can change these features at any time. Please contact us for the most updated list. We will gladly send it to you.

Edina Country Club Transformation | 2019 Parade of Homes Remodelers Showcase

Have you heard the news? The 2019 Parade of Homes Remodelers Showcase kicks off this Friday, March 29th! During the Showcase, we'll be showing off our recent remodeled home in the historic Country Club neighborhood of Edina, Minnesota.

2019 Parade of Homes Remodelers Showcase
March 29th through March 31st
Open Friday through Sunday from 12-6 pm

Remodelers Showcase Model #37
4802 Sunnyside Road, Edina, Minnesota

REFINED Remodeling recently helped a busy family transform their 1920s-era home with a new addition, garage, and a complete update on the main level. With a failing foundation and a need for more room on the first floor, our team worked to bring this family's vision to life.

The new addition provided ample space to create a beautifully renovated kitchen. Highlights of the kitchen include custom cabinetry, quartz countertops, butcher block island counter, and a built-in dinette. We were also able to design a fully functional mudroom/laundry area alongside the kitchen.

In addition, the main level bathroom was updated during this renovation. We replaced the existing flooring with an eye-catching patterned tile and added depth with a classic white subway tile halfway up the wall. The finishing touches of the bathroom remodel include a new sink and vanity lighting. Completing the transformation of this home is a new enlarged two-car garage.

Our team will be on-site during this three-day event, so be sure to stop by and see this stunning remodel in person! Until then, here's a sneak peek at what you'll see when you visit this home during the 2019 Remodelers Showcase...