WINNER! 2016 HOME SHOW EXPO: "PEOPLE'S CHOICE" This South Beach Coastal inspired home was awarded "People's Choice" at this year's Home Show Expo. With an open concept and large gathering areas, this home was designed for entertaining. A large custom island with beach-inspired "Seagull" finish became the focal point for design. It also provides maximum storage, an abundance of countertop space, cooktop, and seating. Farmhouse details such as reclaimed barnwood floating sh

Minnesota Cabinets and McNeece Homes transformed this kitchen space into a transitional grey and white masterpiece with pops of red. With a background in design, the clients presented their proposed new layout to in-house designer, Keslie Muhlenbruch, who added minor tweaks and adjustments that maximized flow and functionality. See our favorite details from the space and see all the before and after photos below. Before: A crowded layout with dark countertops, craftsman sty

Rebecca Cartwright, of R. Cartwright Design worked to bring forth elements the client's different cultures to the overall aesthetic of the home . Family is very important to them, and Rebecca knew that they would be bringing their families together around their huge kitchen island, their pool, and their indoor gym! The spacious white kitchen has enough room for kids and adults to interact. It is the intersecting point for the main floor. While it is functional, it is also bea

If you’re in the market for a kitchen or bath remodel, or you’re looking to build a new home, then you are probably familiar with the plethora of home and lifestyle related shows that grace the city of Des Moines every spring. Tens of thousands of people descend upon a convention complex for a weekend to wade through endless aisles of exhibitors in order to gather ideas, information, and a possible HGTV celebrity autograph, while they piece together the makings of their soon-

This spectacular 15,000 ft.² home features elliptical mullion doors with antique mirror inserts on the hutch cabinets and armoire style refrigerator and freezer, with additional furniture style detailing on the cabinetry throughout the home. The hardware is finished in polished nickel and decorative crystal. Completing the design are quartz countertops on rich charcoal stained double islands and custom painted finishes throughout, creating a beautiful, inviting and functional

This West Des Moines contemporary white kitchen remodel project was completed by Catherine Renae Thomas Designs, in collaboration with Linda Hermon (cabinetry design) at Minnesota Cabinets, and Oakwood Builders Group. In keeping with the contemporary theme of the adjoining living spaces, the new kitchen was designed to maximize counter top surface area and increase the functionality of storage space. Removing the kitchen wall helped these design elements flow nicely into the