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Another beautiful summer is here, bringing many opportunities to get outside and enjoy the sunshine and fresh Minnesota air. Crossing exterior home improvement projects off your to-do list will only make that time outside sweeter! While making exterior updates to your home may not be the most exciting home remodeling project, it has many benefits. […]

It’s no secret that the housing market is crazier than ever. If you’ve been feeling dissatisfied with your home, you might be asking, “should we remodel or move – is it a good time to work on our home?” Today, we’re weighing the benefits of remodeling vs. moving. As material shortages, labor demands, and rising […]

  When it comes to remodeling motivation, many of our clients want to create improved spaces for entertaining. Hosting is how we share our homes with the people we love, of course, people want to do it with greater joy and ease. Many current remodeling and design trends revolve around hosting. From open kitchens and […]

We’re officially heading into spring, which means it’s almost time for one of our favorite events of the year: the Spring Remodelers Showcase. We can’t wait to share these two incredible remodels with you in just a few short weeks. Scroll below for all the details! 2022 Spring Remodelers ShowcaseOpen three days only: April 8-10, […]

These lovely clients were recently ready to remodel their elegant traditional home from the inside out, and it was our pleasure to help them! This beautiful project is filled with countless design details, from timeless unique finishes to playful light fixtures to modern organization solutions. A few of our favorite features from this stunning home […]

Our team recently had the pleasure of helping this homeowner makeover their bathroom with a fresh new design! While this remodel features a neutral color palette, it’s certainly not boring! A custom stained vanity topped with a round mirror and a gorgeous quartz counter adds texture and movement to the space without being overpowering. A […]

As 2021 draws to a close, we’re reflecting on some of our favorite moments and milestones of the year. Our team is grateful to report that it was another busy year filled with many exciting projects! Before we celebrate the holidays and jump into all that 2022 will bring, we want to stop and say […]

We recently shared that Great Northern Builders took home Housing First Minnesota’s 2021 Remodeler of Merit Award (ROMA) for Kitchen Remodel under $65,000. Now, we have more exciting news! Great Northern Builders has also been won three Contractor of the Year (CotY) awards from NARI-MN! Each year, the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) presents […]

Thanks to everyone who stopped out to visit our team during the Fall Remodelers Showcase – we loved chatting with friends old and new!   Built in the late 1980s, the main level of this Woodbury home was due for an update; we refreshed the bathroom, great room, and parts of the kitchen. Our crew worked to seamlessly […]

The GNB team is humbled and proud to celebrate 12 years in business this month! Each time we pass a significant company milestone, we cannot help but reflect on how fortunate we are to do this work we love every day. Did you know GNB’s founder, Chris, was raised in the building and construction industry? […]

Our homes worked hard for us this past year. During the height of the pandemic, most of us were doing everything from schooling to working to playing to exercising at home. It’s no wonder so many homeowners are interested in remodeling after spending all that time cooped up inside! As the costs of building, material […]

Our team recently completed this beautiful main level update, and we cannot get enough of the lovely results! The space is filled with thoughtful design details throughout. From the soft white tones to the warm wood textures to the accent lights to the cozy built-in seating to the spacious walk-in pantry to the classic built-in […]

Remodeling remains popular as ever this spring, which means our team has been hard at work completing projects for our clients! We recently finished this bright transitional kitchen. It’s so fun to collaborate with clients who make distinctive design choices, and this kitchen is absolutely unique. The room strikes a delicate balance between classic elements […]

Thank you to each of you who stopped out to visit us during the Spring Remodelers Showcase! We loved sharing this stunning lower-level remodel. The Showcase may be finished, but we still want to shine a spotlight on this Lakeville home! We thought it would be fun to share a few of our favorite elements from […]

The snow is melting, and warm temps have arrived in the Twin Cities, which means it’s almost time for the Parade of Homes Spring Remodelers Showcase. We are so excited to share this fun project with you at the end of the month! Spring Remodelers ShowcaseEntry R4 – 16768 Falkirk Trail, LakevilleOpen three days only: […]

Our most successful client bathroom remodels are often a mix of good organization, fun trends, and smart design. Unlike some rooms, your bathroom gets used every single day. This busy space needs not just to be beautiful but practical too! We love creating bathroom designs that are equally efficient and interesting and have remodeled countless […]

We have exciting news to share! Our GNB team was honored to receive three 2020 ROMA Awards for a Lower Level recently: Under $125,000, a Residential Exterior, and a Whole House: $800,000 & Over. Housing First Minnesota has been presenting the ROMA Award to remodelers since 1982. This prestigious award is meant to recognize creativity, […]