Floor to Ceiling Carpet One & Design Studio 360Story by Alyssa Nishek Photography by Dan Francis Photography & Before images by Robb Siverson Photography  As of last month, Kristina and Kevin Lau can officially say they have one historic renovation under their belts. The Fargo, North Dakota, natives originally bought their 1925 tudor revival home in 2018, just two weeks after their daughter, Lillianna, was born. “We’re still unpacking!” Kristina Lau, owner of Yeobo Sweet Shop, joked. A Fated Find
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Jasper HotelStory by Alyssa Nishek Photography by Dan Francis Photography  Jasper Hotel recently joined the downtown Fargo, North Dakota, community, bringing with it excellent design and vibrant energy.
Jasper’s namesake derives from Jasper B. Chapin, a true character and integral figure in Fargo’s history, known not only for his time as mayor, but his many investments into the city. Numerous nods to Chapin’s life can be found through Jasper’s eclectic design intricately rooted in history. In a nod to Chapin, the Jasper Hotel logo is shaped like his frequently-worn, red bow tie. Not only that, but the entire second floor of guest rooms is adorned in red accent features, mimicking the color of the boldly red-painted second story walls of Chapin’s Continental Hotel, which was once located just across Broadway. As an Aparium Hotel Group property, Jasper Hotel is the only one of its kind. With a ground level entrance into the 18-story, mixed-use RDO Tower, Jasper Hotel greets guests with the warmest welcome possible. Upon entering the hotel, guests are immediately greeted by Jasper’s flagship restaurant, Rosewild, and its inviting bar and lounge. An array of seating options, meant for anything from casual family gatherings to intimate first dates, make it possible for anyone to find a temporary home in this space. With the hearth and grill purposely positioned in the front of the restaurant, guests get front row tickets to Executive Chef, Austin Covert, and his team's skills. Steve & Stacy Link The city of Casselton, North Dakota, located just twenty miles west of Fargo, continues to grow and blossom immensely. Home to numerous churches, a recently renovated high school, a well acclaimed school system, an active regional airport and flourishing local businesses - it’s no wonder the city has such a hot housing market.
Having lived in Casselton for 18 years and currently raising their three sons there, Steve and Stacy Link take great pride in their bustling community. The pair are extremely active in Casselton, Steve having served on city council and the local fire department in addition to their many other involvements. As the Links became increasingly aware of their growing community’s housing need, Steve proposed a plan to his wife for them to develop the land they owned for residential use. Stacy found herself a bit reluctant to the idea initially, with both of them having full time jobs and a young family to raise, but with some adjustments the pair found a way to bring the plan to life. Dahms DesignStory by: Alyssa Nishek Photography by: Dan Francis Photography  Positioned along the Red River within a Fargo, North Dakota, neighborhood, where every home tells a unique story, is The Dark Horse. Home to Chris and Kyja Nelson, as well as their nine year old daughter, Unna, this home, with its contemporary take on minimal design, was originally built in the 1930s just minutes away from downtown Fargo and Moorhead, Minnesota.
Kyja Nelson spent her early years in the Fargo area, then returned in 2006 after accepting a position teaching film at Minnesota State University Moorhead. She and her husband, Chris, who works as a geologist at Northern Technologies, LLC, purchased the home that same year, drawn specifically to the outdoor opportunities its location provided. [Garon Construction & Lindsey Grace Interiors]Story by Alyssa Nishek Photography by Dan Francis Photography  Lindsey Christie, owner and principal designer at Lindsey Grace Interiors, collaborated with Garon Construction to create the industrial, light and bright feel that the homeowners of this project were seeking.
Garon Construction is a family owned, custom home builder based in Thompsen, North Dakota. Originally started by Gary Walsh in 1972, the business is now operated by siblings Stacy, Ryan and Mike Walsh. After just a few drafts, Ryan, lead designer and drafter for Garon Construction, created a floor plan that the homeowners were quite fond of. The three-level plan features five beds, six baths, as well as a main level home office and playroom, and a basement wet bar. The home’s coffered ceiling is constructed of a light oak connecting with the stairwell balusters and flooring choice. [Fargo Brewing Company] Story by Bill Lempe Photography provided by Dan Francis Photography  The original Fargo Brewing Company is reimagining the traditional taproom experience. It’s an unlikely infusion: a fresh cut and a cold beer. Add a little live music and you’ve got an unparalleled atmosphere. This inventive partnership is the brainchild of Fargo Brewing Company partners Jared Hardy, Aaron Hill and Jade Nielsen, and General Manager, Zach Click. Pre-pandemic, planning for a shared business space seemed like an easy decision. The demand and excitement for craft breweries in the F-M area was booming. In 2020, as restaurants and breweries became uncertain of the future, Fargo Brewing Company doubled down. Despite a few pauses and pivots, planning continued, and new partners signed up. “The past year has been tough on many folks but we really felt that building with our community would help us all thrive,” said Click. “That’s why our new partners are so exciting for everyone here at Fargo Brewing. Our shared outlook on a bright future is key.”
[Krueger Construction]Story by: Alyssa Nishek Photography by: Dan Francis Photography  Dating back to 1984, Greg Krueger built his first ever home in Minot, North Dakota for his young family. Since, he has used his trade to build a family business, known as Krueger Construction. “We know what it’s like to sweep the basements and pick up the scraps at new home builds!” explained Kimberly Krueger Tehan of her and her siblings' chores growing up. Greg’s daughter, Kimberly, works as the marketing & business development director for Krueger Construction. Kimberly recently walked me around a newer home she and her husband designed themselves, located in the River’s Bend neighborhood of West Fargo, North Dakota. River’s Bend is lined by a thick row of trees and boasts its own private pond. The neighborhood is home to an eclectic array of homes ranging from smaller ramblers to others upwards of two million dollars. It offers parks, bike paths and outdoor exercise equipment to its inhabitants. The front entrance of this four bedroom, two-and-a-half bath home features custom oak, circle saw ceiling beams done by Wendt Cabinetry. Off the front entrance sits a home office space with glass enclosed doors. This space is something Krueger Construction aims to include in each of their floor plans, whether it be used as an office, kids' play space or den. “One of my favorite features is the china hutch breaking up the huge kitchen,” said Kimberly of the wooden built-in kitchen storage. Also found in the bright and airy space is a dark stained island, a design choice typically made for usability purposes. The quartz countertops are from Wendt Cabinetry, sourced from Spalding Stone in Moorhead, Minnesota. The unique shape of the painted fireplace is meant to mimic the hood of the kitchen stove. You’ll find the same wooden oak material of the ceiling beams serving as a mantle. Built-in cabinetry, also done by Wendt, creates extra storage on either side of the fireplace. Sunroom: A step down off the living room space brings you to a vaulted sunroom, with a shiplap ceiling and oversized windows looking out onto the oversized lots of River's Bend. The wooden ceiling beam is made from the same custom oak material, tying in with the other woodwork throughout the home. Adjacent patio doors are available off the sunroom and dining area. “When we set out to design a house, obviously we want it to be beautiful, but the livability portion is really important as well,” Kimberly explained of their focus on storage. Upstairs you’ll find four bedrooms, each with double closets. The second story is also home to two full baths and a linen closet. The master bathroom features a deep soaker tub, a tile shower, quartz countertops and luxury vinyl plank flooring showcasing a unique damask pattern. In the master bathrooms of their larger rambler and two story homes, Krueger Construction offers various options to home builders, including a soaker tub, tile shower and stool space. All their master bathrooms also connect to a walk-in closet and/or laundry space, as well. “Another great feature is the passthrough from the master suite to the laundry space. It’s so convenient!” Kimberly noted. All of the home’s lighting was sourced from Valley Lights of Fargo, North Dakota, including the matching chandeliers in the master bedroom and stairway. The back entry of the home, as Kimberly put it, "was a total departure from our normal design.” Still featuring their mudroom staples--built-in storage, a drop zone, a charging station with a USB port, and a closet--but offering a bit more vibrancy with its deep blue colored storage space and a half bath lined with decorative, geometric cement flooring tile.  A "Work From Home" HideawayStory by: Alyssa Nishek Photography by: Dan Francis Photograph  Our very own Dan Francis and his wife, Amanda, recently embarked on a personal remodel project to their home, originally built in 1907. Former elementary school teacher, Amanda, recently started a new position within the State Behavioral Health Division. Amanda began working from home full-time in January and will likely be permanently doing so in her new position.
For the last five months Amanda’s home office has been in the enclosed porch space situated just off the main living area of the Francis's home. With a ten-year-old son who enjoys playing video games in the nearby living area, and uneven flooring in the enclosed porch that has caused Amanda’s desk chair to spontaneously roll away on more than one occasion, the space proved to be unfit for productivity. Thus, Dan and Amanda decided it was time to convert the attic into an office space! R.D. Offutt Company Moves into New Downtown Fargo Office [BC Contracting]Story by Jessi Zenker Photography provided by Micah J. Zimmerman, Amdak Productions  R.D. Offutt Company team members moved into their new downtown Field Support Office in late January, located on the corner of Broadway and 3rd Ave N. The company occupies 83,000 square feet of office space, which includes floors one through five, with additional team members on floor six of the recently completed mixed-use RDO Building.
The modern workplace design was inspired by an RDO core value of partnering with employees and informed by a working group of team members throughout the design process. At the center of the design philosophy was the notion of collaboration. The entire space was designed to promote formal and informal interactions between team members. Most notably, the fifth floor of the new building is designed as an open floorplan and boasts a work café and commons area, aimed to foster formal and informal interactions. [The SCHEELS Design Studio]The SCHEELS Design Studio is a one-stop-shop for interior inspiration. Boasting custom furniture brands, fabrics, finishes, and two experienced Interior Designers on staff, the SCHEELS Design Studio is a homeowner’s dream.  Unique to SCHEELS Design Studio is the availability to consult Interior Designers in a retail atmosphere. The in-stock variety they offer allows clients a true vision of the space they’re hoping to create. The on-staff Interior Designers value the ability to pull together various fabrics, rugs, pillows, furniture and art pieces to give their clients a more intimate alternative to online shopping.
Morgan Deihl May, a NDSU graduate who’s been with the Design Studio since 2019, noted, “One really nice thing about coming to us is that we have the whole store at our fingertips. It’s all right here, we’re not setting up multiple meetings to go to different vendors.” [Lighthouse Construction]Lighthouse Staff involved in Project:
 Nowadays, almost everyone is dreaming of the perfect getaway. Something that mixes modern day amenities with a little slice of heaven seemingly hidden from the rest of the world. Enter this stunning prairie “Shouse” design build and you’re bound to start thinking about your own future escape!
When Lighthouse Construction was first approached by the future homeowner, the client shared his personal vision of creating a “Shouse” that would incorporate the dual aspects of both a house and a shed. And by placing the collective talents of Mike Lovelace/Lighthouse project manager, Anna Fast/Designer and Anthony Boehm/Sales Associate together, a “Shouse” was born! [Sybil Lake, Vergas, Minnesota]Nestled in on Sybil Lake, lies a family cabin filled with moments and memories in time. The home happens to be the family’s third on Sybil Lake throughout the years. Built back in 2008, a log cabin home was a long-standing dream of the mother of the family, whom wishes to remain anonymous.  With a passion for wood, the father of the family made the log cabin dream come to life for his wife and their children. Working with ResCom Building Services, of Fargo, N.D., they located and utilized white and red pine from Wisconsin for the siding and logs of both the cabin’s interior and exterior. Additionally, the build incorporated tamarack brought in from Park Rapids, Minn., as well as basswood, rustic alder, reclaimed oak, and reclaimed southern yellow pine.
[Bell Bank Merges with Warner and Co.]Story by Alyssa Nishek Photography provided by Dan Francis Photography  With the merging of two deeply rooted institutions of the Fargo community, like Warner and Co. and Bell Bank, comes the need for a suitable workspace to house the new entity.
This downtown space, with its close proximity to the Fargo Theater, originally housed Warner and Co. The first renovation of the facility took place fifteen years prior and was done by Brian Berg of Zerr Berg Architects, who would also come to be the principal architect on the recent renovation. Just shy of thirty employees, the expansive four-story building was seemingly non-sensical for Warner and Co., so a decision was made to move their space exclusively to the third floor and renovate the rest to be prime real estate for tenants. However, timing as it may be, proved to have other plans for the space. Upon the merge with Bell Bank, each floor of the building became thoroughly occupied. The front elevation of the building gives it an altogether new presence on Broadway. The addition of a vertical window and an iridescent look provided by the back lit metal panels offers a contemporary feel to the streetscape of Bell Insurance. Brian Zerberg spoke on the new streetscape saying, “We took an existing building with a relatively rigid façade and added some playfulness to it that really made it a landmark on Broadway.” A brick mural of Bell Bank’s logo was made to replace the previous Warner sign. [Desirae Interiors]Story by Desirae Putnam Photography by Dan Francis Photography  When homeowners talk about renovating, they usually discuss knocking down a few walls, adding a gourmet kitchen, or how wonderful an open concept will be to entertain family and friends. They talk about the budget, paint colors, lighting, and furniture. Walking into Mike Hills’ 1967 Fargo 2-story the first time last summer led to another important conversation. Maybe the most important conversation. Who is going to bring this home to life? Shortly after moving to Fargo from Minneapolis, Hills completely gutted his new home without a formal game plan beyond demo. Fortunately, his neighbor had years of contractor experience and ties to the residential building industry. “Amon Engberg and I worked together on a renovation about five years prior in a nearby neighborhood. He has a meticulous affection for details so I was absolutely delighted to hear from him,”
[Urban Prairie Homes ]Story by Alyssa Nishek Photography provided by Micah J. Zimmerman, Amdak Productions  Local home builder, Urban Prairie Homes, provides a building experience rich in creativity and design. Based in Fargo, N.D., owner, Joe Richards, spent twenty-one years as the owner-operator of a large drywall company before branching out to home building. “I wanted to provide something different at an affordable price point,” shared Richards, who's project designs range from modern, contemporary farmhouse to conservative. In the beginning...Richards carefully assembled a team of experienced subcontractors with the same level of care for the home building process as himself.
“On our houses, I’ve been lucky to work with a great group of subcontractors that I’ve been friends with and worked with all these years. Most of them are on the jobsite throughout the build as owner-operators and care about the homes as if they were their own”, shared Richards, whom, with his old school work ethic, can be found onsite of each build as well. DEVELOPER UTILIZES TECHNOLOGY TO SHOWCASE ONE-OF-A-KIND DEVELOPMENTRocking Horse Farm’s 160-acre development in South Fargo can now be experienced through a 360° virtual tour that includes the opportunity to step inside ten featured model homes.  Rocking Horse Farm partnered with Amdak Productions and Be More Colorful, both from Fargo, N.D., and ten different home builders to bring this project to life. “This is a one-of-a-kind project as far as we know,” said Matthew Chaussee of Be More Colorful. “Amdak Productions and Be More Colorful are the first to execute a housing development project like this in the upper Midwest.”
Navigating the virtual tour is quite intuitive. It doesn’t require any special software and works on both mobile phones and desktop computers. Interactive hotspots within the virtual tour allow you to quickly move from place to place within the development. This allows you to get close to view "Rocking Horse Park”, “The Cottages”, “Pond Lots”, homes on specific streets, and more! Informational icons within these hotspots provide additional tidbits about Rocking Horse Farm’s unique features, amenities and even future plans. [Northern Stone]Story by Alyssa Nishek Photography by Dan Francis Photography  During July of 2020, in the midst of the pandemic, Northern Stone relocated their office space to a new West Fargo location. As one of the three owners, Robby Wysuph, put it, “We’re bigger and better than ever.” About the Property One building contains all remnants. All remnants are also photographed, logged, and available on the company’s website. “Real time inventory of all our remnants we have,” as Wysuph described it.
Another building on the property includes a full slab warehouse, where they have begun stocking their own stone. Doing so brought prices down and allowed the company to offer more of a variety for customers to choose from. Northern Stone now also boasts a 18,000 sq. foot fabrication facility with state-of-the-art equipment. This facility has allowed them to create significantly more product while maintaining the same top-notch quality. Lastly, the new property bears one building dedicated to storage for sinks, which Northern Stone has begun importing themselves. They are now able to get better buys on the sinks and are thrilled to be able to pass the better buys along to their customers. [BHH Partners Perham]Story by Jenny Schuster Photography by Jill Ockhardt Blaufuss  It’s no question that lakes country is home to some of the most exquisite properties in all of Minnesota. And this Little Detroit Lakes stunner is no exception! Inspired by mountainous mansions, this lakes area build exudes not only the grandeur and architectural style that can be found throughout the Rockies, but also all the warmth and cozy feel that the Midwest loves to embrace. When Dreams Come True A year from conception to move-in completion, Detroit Lakes natives, Terry and Michelle Maier’s dream home delivers an eye catching design, clean lines, personal touches and a functionality all it’s own.
“We knew what we liked and had always been in love with all of those mansions in the mountains,” shared Michelle. “We just wanted something warm where you walk in and feel like you’re home”. With its sprawling 4,000 sq ft (above grade) open concept layout, the living spaces are clearly the focal point. Featuring soaring 20-foot ceilings in the main living space with an overlook from the 2nd story and 10-ft heights throughout most of the rest of the home, it is clear that wide open spaces and an abundance of light are at the forefront of the design. [Lindsey Christie / Edgewood / Epic Homes]Story by Lindsey Christie, Lindsey Grace Interiors Photography by Dan Francis Photography  As an interior designer, I am so fortunate to partner with many great local homebuilders. When one of our favorite builders, EPIC Homes, came to us with the Edgewood Refined Farmhouse, I knew this was going to be a fun project. We had recently completed a neighboring home in Edgewood with EPIC Homes, so we were really able to seamlessly flow into this new build. Refining Modern FarmhouseUpon meeting the clients for the Edgewood Refined Farmhouse, I knew there were going to be really fun and unique elements throughout their spaces. These homeowners, having moved and lived in several homes, came to the table knowing exactly what they wanted as far as functionality and purpose. They were also very trusting and open to ideas that we presented them.
Thomsen + Eco Chic Holiday HomesAuthor: Alyssa Nishek Photographer: Dan Francis Photography  This holiday season, Eco Chic Home teamed up with Thomsen Homes to bring you Christmas cheer and inspiration. Using various themes and style preferences, the Eco Chic team brought Christmas spirit to three model homes designed by Thomsen Homes.
Maria Bosak, Owner of Eco Chic Home: “It was so nice of Thomsen to offer their homes. We really took over the homes in the last week. It is nice to be able to go into a home that’s not lived in so that we can really dig in and get into every corner of the house without interrupting someone’s life. Their houses are all very timeless which make decorating easy. You can come into these homes and put in any of the looks because Thomsen Homes have chosen finishes that are so timeless. Their houses will stand the test of time with the décor.” Lauren Huff, Marketing Manager with Thomsen Homes: “We get to see the homes come to life with all the fun Christmas décor. The different floorplans of the three homes allow people to feel for themselves what they’d enjoy most in a home.” HOUSE #3 on MidModern Home TourWriter: Jenny Schuster Photographer: Dan Francis Photography  Come along with us on a peaceful journey deep into the heart of lakes country, down a gravel road, onto a ½ miles trail weaving through trees of all kinds. We’ll cross a small wooden bridge laid over lily pad filled waters and enter the private oasis featuring the City of Erhard’s well- kept architectural treasure.
Tucked in amongst the evergreens, rock gardens and flowers, the jutting peaks of Harlan Shuck’s and Robert Sampson’s beautiful Midcentury modern retreat lays in wait for those with an appreciative eye for architecture and design. This unique home, positioned between two lakes (Lake Tonseth and Lake Kempfer) which once served as only a summer getaway, now serves as a year-round home to enjoy with a beautiful updated addition in 2004. Originally built in 1954 as a copy of a California beach home, the original structure consists of cinder block walls and soaring redwood ceilings, expansive walls of glass, cedar walls and open living spaces indicative of the simple and clean lines found primarily in the Midcentury design movement. “The first time I came out here, I fell in love with it immediately” said Harlan (a former English teacher at Moorhead High School) who originally spent summers as a caretaker on the property. When given the opportunity, he purchased it in 1975 and since then, he, along with his husband Robert, (a former interior decorator) have thoughtfully added personal touches to stay in line with the theme of the original design. Shawna Davidson's Thrifted ChristmasStory by Shawna Davidson Photos by Micah Zimmerman Amdak Productions  Whether you are a “jingle all the way person” or are feeling a little like “Scrooge”, it’s that time of year again to rummage in your attic and drag down all those boxes of holiday decorations! For me, it’s all about getting out that glittery goodness; that giant glitter bomb, which consists of garlands, wreaths and shiny baubles. Not a glitter person? Don’t worry; traditional, vintage, rustic and glam are just a few examples of all the ways to do it up for the holiday season.
[Huso Jupic Construction LLC]Story by Alyssa Nishek Photography by Dan Francis Photography 
[Frank Lloyd Wright Influenced Design]Story by Jenny Schuster Photography by Dan Francis Photography  If you’re driving through South Fargo, you may have the pleasure of coming across one of the area’s rarest architectural gems nestled on the banks of the Red River. Thoughtfully designed and impeccably maintained, the John and Sherri Stern home on South River Road in South Fargo, stands as a beautiful reminder of how thoughtful design and influence from a world-renowned architect, can truly stand the test of time.
[House #1 of Tour]Story by Jon Bennett Photography by Dan Francis Photography  If you’re like me, you love driving down historic South 8th Street under a canopy of trees admiring how unique each home is. This month we start out by inviting you inside a 1939 Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired home that was built with only three materials - brick, stucco, and wood.
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