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St Jude’s Hospice has begun to take in-home patients in Rochester, MN. Check out the article for more information: http://postbulletin.com/news/stories/display.php?id=1470796

Mayo Clinic announces that it plans to build a hospital in Cannon Falls with construction slotted to begin in 2013. Read more here: http://www.postbulletin.com/news/stories/display.php?id=1470848

If you are looking for some outdoor fun in the next week to take advantage of the lovely weather we are having, consider a trip to an apple orchard and corn maze. Check out the PB’s article with links to some local options: http://www.postbulletin.com/news/stories/display.php?id=1470832

Wow, 75 degrees in October! It’s an Indian Summer! Forecasters say this is going to be a beautiful week! Get out there and enjoy some of these fun Rochester events. Whitewater State Park is hosting some fun events including the Fall Color Open House on Saturday from 10-4.

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Also, if you’re noticing some events in the Rochester area that are new and interesting and we’re missing them, please send us a quick note! Thanks!

Wednesday October 5^th

RCTC LIFE Lewis and Clark Expedition

            RCTC Heintz Bldg. Room HA 110, 10 am - 12 noon, Member: $24, Non-Member $36

Eyota Farmers Market at Westside Park 4pm-7pm

Viewfinder Magic Annual Photography Show – Austin, MN Area Art Center 12-4pm (Daily)

Barlow Event Center Open Mic Night at Barlow Plaza 8pm-Midnight

Rachel Khedoori Exhibition at Rochester Art Center - Click HERE for more information

Plummer House Tours Noon-6pm

Mayowood Mansion Tour 11am, 12pm, 1pm and 2pm

Thursday October 6^th

Olmsted County History Center Daughters of the American Revolution
            The Process of Becoming a Naturalized Citizen Presenter: Wanda Soland
            10:45 am - 11:45 am, Free Open to the Public

RCTC LIFE:
            Steamboat Minnehaha – Depart from Recreation Center 8 am - 4:30 pm,
                         Member: $76, Non-Member $101
            The History and Future of the Zumbro River
                        RCTC Heintz Bldg. Room HA 104
                        1 pm - 3 pm, Member: $12, Non-Member $18

"Music Meisters Band" Oktoberfest! at Whistle Binkie’s North 7-11pm

Free Thursdays at Rochester Art Center 10am-9pm

Mayowood Mansion Tour 11am, 12pm, 1pm and 2pm

Friday October 7^th

Civic Live: Scenes from the Wrong Side of the Brain
            Vertigo Theatre Factory presents a night of music and theater
            Civic Center Theatre 8pm, $15

“Flux” at the Rochester Art Center
            Music, art and performance featuring house DJ Scott Stulen w/monthly guest artists
            9pm-1am, Free for RAC Members; $5 cover for non-Members

Barlow Plaza Presents Fridays Live
            “Dinner and a Show, Dancing, Cool People, Awesome Bands”
            Barlow Plaza, 8:00 PM until 1:00 AM

“Annie Lawler” Laid-back Cool Jazz, country, blues standards 8pm-Midnight
            Whistle Binkie’s North

Robert Coats Playing Acoustic Bluegrass & Folk at Canadian Honker 7:30pm

Warren B. Hall (Headliner) & Benny Quash (Feature) at Goonie’s Comedy Club 7:30 & 10pm

“A Taste for Life” Premier Fundraising Event at Rochester Marriott Mayo Clinic Area
            Vintage Wines, Gourmet Appetizers, Silent Auction, Raffle
            6-10pm, Tickets $40 per person, $360 for group of 10

Michael Diva’s Showcase: Jocelyn Walsh at Michael’s Restaurant & Lounge 7-10pm, No cover

Oktoberfest Beer Tasting w/ Live Music at Wicked Moose 5pm

Suzy Boguss in Concert at Zumbrota State Theatre – Crossings at Carnegie
            7:30pm, $25 in advance; $27 day of show

Rochester Ice Hawks Hockey at the Rochester Rec Center 7:05pm

Saturday October 8^th

Third Annual Chili Challenge 2011 at Graham Park
            Open to the public 3pm-7pm
            $10 each for adults and $5 each for kids under 12 (kids under 5 free)

Joel Ward & Jake Llika from the Northwoods Band playing a variety of different styles
             Canadian Honker 7:30pm

Devon Worley playing live country music at Wicked Moose 9pm

Mechanical Bull w/live music from the Devon Worley Band at Wicked Moose 9pm

Warren B. Hall (Headliner) & Benny Quash (Feature) at Goonie’s Comedy Club 7:30 & 10pm

Family Zumbatomic Zumbathon and Carnival to Support Families in Need
            Northrop Community Education Center Noon-2pm
            1 hour of Zumbatomic Dancing along with other kids' activities

Michael’s Diva Showcase: Annie Lawler
            Pappageorge Taverna at Michaels Restaurant 7-10pm

Whitewater State Park Events for Saturday
            Nuts & Teas if You Please 12:30-2pm – Discovering Sumac Teas and Edibles
                        Bring your own mug!
            Pioneer Home – Fall Color Open House – 10am-4pm
                        Wagon rides $5/person or $10/family
            Tweets and Treats - 8:30am - 9:30am
                        visitor center’s feeding station for good bird watching,
                        treats (hot beverages and cookies) and conversation
            Wildlife of the 1850’s 2-3pm

Southeast Minnesota Sheep & Fiber Tour
            10am-4pm, Features four farms from Houston & Fillmore County

Metropolitan Ballet Presents Dracula: Prince of Darkness
            Mayo Clinic Presentation Hall, 7:30pm
            $25.00 - Seniors $20.00 - Youth $15.00

Northwoods Boutique at Rochester Fair Grounds Building 35, Recurring Daily 9am-5pm

Rochester Downtown Farmer’s Market 7:30 am – Noon

Post Town Winery Wine Tasting from 1pm-8pm, $5
            Click HERE for more info

Rochester Ice Hawks Hockey at the Rochester Rec Center 7:05pm

Mayowood Mansion Tour 11am, 12pm, 1pm and 2pm

Sunday October 9^th

Metropolitan Ballet Presents Dracula: Prince of Darkness
            Mayo Clinic Presentation Hall, 7:30pm
            $25.00 - Seniors $20.00 - Youth $15.00

Johnny Mango at Sunday Brunch Live “Food for the Body and Sounds for the Soul”
             Sunday Brunch at the Barlow Event Center 10am-2pm $14.95

Bird Banding Demonstration at Whitewater State Park 12:30-2:30pm

Mayowood Mansion Tour 11am, 12pm, 1pm and 2pm
 

Monday October 10^th

RCTC LIFE Cascade Meadow Wetlands & Environmental Science Center
            1-3pm, Member: $12, Non-Member $18

Rosemary and Meredith Wilson Harmony for Mayo
            Kevin Steinman - Acoustic pop singer/ song writer, 1210-1pm

Viewfinder Magic Annual Photography Show – Austin, MN Area Art Center 12-4pm

Assisi Heights (home of the Sisters of St. Francis) Tour 2pm, Donations accepted

Tuesday October 11^th

RCTC LIFE The 1960’s and 1970’s, Heintz Bldg. Room HA 102

Rochester Astronomy Club at the RCTC College Center, 4^th floor, 7-9pm

Big Muddy River Rendezvous Prairie Island Campground, Winona, MN, 9am-5pm

Dooley’s Pub & Restaurant Late Night Specials 8pm-Close

Mayowood Mansion Tour 11am, 12pm, 1pm and 2pm

We are so happy that the Redwood Room is coming back!! We haven't been fans of Pazzo, so we are very excited for its return. Check out PBs video news cast:

http://postbulletin.com/news/stories/display.php?id=1470079

Here are some interesting headlines so far this week from Rochester’s Post Bulletin.

NW Rochester will be getting a few more businesses including RBC Wealth Advisors, Northwest Dental Group. The new buildings will be located near the 19^th St Financial Center. And not far, there will also be the new addition of Double Eagle Indoor Golf Center. To read more visit: http://www.postbulletin.com/news/stories/display.php?id=1469910

20^th St SE road extension is finally open for all of you who have been waiting to cut some corners and time on your commutes!! http://www.postbulletin.com/news/stories/display.php?id=1469925

Mayo Clinic has announced it will start a new $120 million Medical School campus in Arizona in affiliation with Arizona State University. http://www.postbulletin.com/news/stories/display.php?id=1469869

It’s supposed to be a warm and beautiful week! Check out the events happening at Whitewater State Park and the Quarry Hill Nature Center this weekend. There are interesting outdoor adventures for all ages.

Bill Cosby is LIVE this weekend at the Rochester Civic Center! Go to the website HERE for more information on tickets and show times.

Barlow Plaza has now opened their new Event Center. They will feature Live Music, Sunday brunch and can host anywhere from 5 to 275 people. Click HERE for more info.

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Also, if you’re noticing some events in the Rochester area that are new and interesting and we’re missing them, please send us a quick note! Thanks!

Wednesday September 28^th

Eyota Farmers Market at Westside Park 4pm-7pm

Bird Banding Demonstration at Whitewater State Park 5:30-7:00pm

Rochester Downtown Satellite Farmer’s Market in the Kmart Parking Lot 4pm-6:30pm

Viewfinder Magic Annual Photography Show – Austin, MN Area Art Center 12-4pm (Daily)

Barlow Event Center Open Mic Night at Barlow Plaza 8pm-Midnight

Rachel Khedoori Exhibition at Rochester Art Center - Click HERE for more information

Plummer House Tours Noon-6pm

Mayowood Mansion Tour 11am, 12pm, 1pm and 2pm

Thursday September 29^th

"Music Meisters Band" at Whistle Binkie’s South 7-11pm

Free Thursdays at Rochester Art Center 10am-9pm

ArtWalk: Salsa Dancing at the Civic – Rochester Civic Theatre 5:30 Free admission

“Generations” for the 50+ age group – Seminars, Exhibits and Live Entertainment
            10am-4pm, Free Admission, Mayo Civic Center

Mayowood Mansion Tour 11am, 12pm, 1pm and 2pm

Friday September 30^th

Bill Cosby Live at the Rochester Civic Center Auditorium
            8pm-10pm, Ticket Prices: $111.00, $68.50 or $50.50
            Click HERE for more information

Chris Barnes (Headliner) & Katie Hughes (Feature) at Goonie’s Comedy Club 7:30 & 10pm

Allie Joelle Playing Acoustic Pop & Easy Listening at Canadian Honker 7:30pm

“Jazz Sensations” Playing jazz originals and classics
            Pappageorge Taverna at Michaels Restaurant 7-10pm

“Katy Bowser & Kenny Huston from Nashville, TN” Playing folk country jazz
            Studio 324 7-9pm, Free admission

Rochester Ice Hawks Hockey at the Rochester Rec Center 7:05pm

Saturday October 1^st

8^th Annual Fall Foliage Fun Float at Fisherman's Inn Boat Ramp Noon-4pm

Jon Manner Playing Acoustic Folk & Country at Canadian Honker 7:30pm

“Dr John Paulson Trio” Playing jazz standards and electric improvisations
            Pappageorge Taverna at Michaels Restaurant 7-10pm

Jeremy Jewell at Sonte’s 7:30-10:30pm

Jazz Jam at the Civic Theatre 8-11pm

Chris Barnes (Headliner) & Katie Hughes (Feature) at Goonie’s Comedy Club 7:30 & 10pm

Reunion Band at Wicked Moose 9pm

Rochester Symphony Orchestra & Chorale Gala at Mayo Civic Center, 5:30pm-Midnight

Whitewater State Park Events for Saturday
            Hawk Walk at 9-11am
            Nuts & Teas if You Please 12:30-2pm – Discovering Sumac Teas and Edibles
                        Bring your own mug!
            Survival 3-4pm

Quarry Hill Nature Center Events
            Bird Hike 9:00-10:30am - Free
            Nature Toddlers 9:30am-10:30am or 11am-Noon, $8 per pair per session

Free Family Day at the Rochester Art Center 1-4pm

Rochester Downtown Farmer’s Market 7:30 am – Noon

Post Town Winery Wine Tasting from 1pm-8pm, $5, Click HERE for more info

Rochester Ice Hawks Hockey at the Rochester Rec Center 7:05pm

Mayowood Mansion Tour 11am, 12pm, 1pm and 2pm

Sunday October 2^nd

John McCutcheon in Concert at Crossings at Carnegie in Zumbrota
            $25 in advance; $27 day of show

St. Francis Fall Festival at St. Francis of Assisi Church
            8:30am, Dinner until 1:30pm, $10.00 Adults and $6.00 Children at the door

Johnny Mango at Sunday Brunch Live “Food for the Body and Sounds for the Soul”
             Sunday Brunch at the Barlow Event Center 10am-2pm $14.95

Quarry Hill Nature Center Bird Sunday 1:30-2:30pm, $2 for adults and $1 for children

Blessing of the Animals, Canticle Park - Assisi Heights, 2:30pm

Mayowood Mansion Tour 11am, 12pm, 1pm and 2pm
 

Monday October 3^rd

Viewfinder Magic Annual Photography Show – Austin, MN Area Art Center 12-4pm

Assisi Heights (home of the Sisters of St. Francis) Tour 2pm, Donations accepted

Tuesday October 4^th

UMR Connects: A Changing World
              7-8:30pm at the University of Minnesota – Rochester, Admission is free

Barney Live in Concert at  Mayo Civic Center Arena, 3pm & 6pm

Dooley’s Pub & Restaurant Late Night Specials 8pm-Close

Mayowood Mansion Tour 11am, 12pm, 1pm and 2pm

Please Check out next week's activities on the Real Estate Rochester MN Blog.

Drama, Intrigue, and Scandal at 3272 Echo Lane!

Welcome to Week 13! Haha! While the title of this post is a little over-the-top, there was definitely some drama going on with new house this week.

So you all know that our countertops were much-anticipated and long-awaited and we poured our heart, soul, time, money and tire rubber into finding the perfect tops and… they were installed wrong. Woe is us! We couldn’t believe it, we were so disappointed. Don’t get me wrong, it wasn’t the whole counter, just the corner in the kitchen, but when we asked the fabricators to fix it, they told us we would need to order a whole new slab. What?? We were supposed to have more than enough stone! After a little investigating, I discovered that the fabricators, AFM Countertops, had “released” one of our slabs and hadn’t informed us of the change, let alone told our builder we deserved a credit for the difference in cost. In other words, although we were charged for three slabs and expected that many, in the end they only ordered two. So when we requested the change in the counter layout, there was not enough material.

So far this process has gone along so smoothly (Thanks to Penz! Not their fault this happened!) that there was bound to be some kind of major problem, and this was it. See, the problem with counters is that regular Joes like us are allowed to select stone, but we cannot directly purchase it or know how much one slab actually costs – only what the price level is for us, not the fabricator. And you must be a fabricator in order to have that answer. This is a real problem with the home remodeling and building industry. When working with subcontractors, there is often no way to know what is really going on.

Well, thanks to the fast action of our cabinet guy at ProBuild, things are getting straightened out and we will hopefully have our counters settled and beautiful by next week.

In other news, the house is looking amazingly, wonderfully gorgeous! The carpet is in, all the tiling is done, the lights are on and the plumbing works as well! Hot dog! (Do you know in England they call Daschunds “Sausage Dogs?” It’s cute.)

And I may not be posting until the week after next because… we’ll be moving in! Wowzers! Regardless, I will keep you updated.

Now I have about a billion photos to post. Please enjoy!

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They're starting to add the columns/pillars. They'll be white when completed.
 

Our new wood front door (sidelights to come) and a close-up.

Cool chrome entrance light

Lovely coat closet in laundry and beautiful steam washer and dryer! :)

What a kitchen! Obviously there is still work to be done, but
look at those appliances and lights! Yea!

Pics of the tiles close up. They look a little blue, but are actually dark grey.

Carpet in master bedroom and Jay's feet on the new carpet.

It looks peachy in the above pic, but is actually a very dark cream color.

Master vanity and shower (we still need a better photo)

We chose outdoor sconces instead of lanterns. We think they look lovely!

The deck is almost done! You can barely see the balusters
b/c we opted for the black modern ones.

Check out last weeks post on the Real Estate Rochester MN Blog!

Beth Nordaune, RE/MAX of Rochester, take you tour of Rochester Minnesota's hottest summer event ... Thursdays on 1st.  This food - music - and crafty vendor event takes place every Thursday during the summer in Downtown Rochester MN.

The Rochester Area Builders, Inc. Fall Showcase of Homes continues this weekend! Nordaune Real Estate is showcasing a home for Penz Custom Homes. If you’re interested in building, buying, remodeling or just getting some design ideas, you should stop by and say “Hi!”
1489 Echo Ridge Rd SW, Rochester  -  Click HERE for more details.

Also, there are so many live musicians and concerts, art activities and fun outdoor events that we couldn’t just pick one to feature! You’ll have to read below to find the perfect Friday or Saturday night activity.

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Remember to share your feedback with us, just fill out the form below.

Also, if you’re noticing some events in the Rochester area that are new and interesting and we’re missing them, please send us a quick note! Thanks!

Wednesday September 21^st

Americana Showcase featuring Sally Barris, John Vezner and Brandon Sampson
            Rochester Civic Theatre, 7:30pm, $25

Rochester Downtown Satellite Farmer’s Market in the Kmart Parking Lot 4pm-6:30pm

Viewfinder Magic Annual Photography Show – Austin, MN Area Art Center 12-4pm

Eyota Farmers Market at Westside Park 4pm-7pm

Rochester Carillon Concert Mayo Clinic 12pm

Plummer House Tours Noon-6pm

Mayowood Mansion Tour 11am, 12pm, 1pm and 2pm

Thursday September 22^nd

“Dearly Departed” at the Rochester Civic Theatre
            Runs from September 9^th-25^th   Thurs @7:30pm, Fri & Sat @ 8:00pm, Sun @ 2:00pm
            Click HERE for more details.

Free Thursdays at Rochester Art Center 10am-9pm

Mayowood Mansion Tour 11am, 12pm, 1pm and 2pm

Friday September 23^rd

Octoberfest at Peace Plaza Downtown Rochester
            Over 100 beers, live music & entertainment, Octoberfest meal included
            5:00pm-8:30pm $10 advance, $12 at the gate

Ted Eckhardt & Mike Nesbit playing Jazz/Folk at Sonte’s 7:30-10:30pm

“Wookiefoot” at Wicked Moose 9pm

“Annie Lawler & The Wheelhouse Band” Playing Blues, Jazz & Easy Listening
            Canadian Honker 7:30pm

“Street Shoes” Alternative rock & smooth jazz
            Pappageorge Taverna at Michaels Restaurant 7-10pm

Nathan Timmel (Headliner) & Emily Galati (Feature) at Goonie’s Comedy Club 7:30 & 10pm

“Dearly Departed” at the Rochester Civic Theatre
            Runs from September 9^th-25^th   Thurs @7:30pm, Fri & Sat @ 8:00pm, Sun @ 2:00pm
            Click HERE for more details.

Saturday September 24^th

Rochester Fall Showcase of Homes  -  Click HERE for more details.

Ted Eckhardt & Mike Nesbit playing Jazz/Folk at Sonte’s 7:30-10:30pm

Nathan Timmel (Headliner) & Emily Galati (Feature) at Goonie’s Comedy Club 7:30 & 10pm

“10,000 Days” A Tribute to Tool at Wicked Moose 9pm

“Jukes of Hazzard” Classic Rock at Whistle Binkie’s North 9pm-Midnight

“Brothers Burn Mountain with Colleen Myhrie” Playing Bluesy Folk Americana
            Canadian Honker 7:30pm

“Juke Box Heroes” at Pappageorge Taverna at Michaels Restaurant, 7-10pm, No cover

“Brianna Lane & The Navigator’s Club” Singer/Songwriter Americana (Acoustic Guitar, Banjo)
             Lanesboro Arts Center's St. Mane Theatre
            7:30pm $12 / $10 LAC member

“Dearly Departed” at the Rochester Civic Theatre
            Runs from September 9^th-25^th   Thurs @7:30pm, Fri & Sat @ 8:00pm, Sun @ 2:00pm
            Click HERE for more details.

A Day in the Park at Chester Woods Park
            Storytelling, horse-drawn wagon rides and campfire sing-a-longs
            9am-12:30pm, $3

Hearty, Healthy Kids Fest at Bear Creek Park
            Bounce house, clown, face painting, artist Amy Giannini: kids crafts, demonstration and
            mini classes by Janet Lang Dance
            11am-4pm, $5 per child or $7 per family

Oakwood Cemetery Walk
            Guided tours of Oakwood Cemetery with stops at various graves to learn about
            "Crimes and Crime Fighters” through live theatrical performances
            1pm-4pm, $6 Adults, $2 Students advance sale, $7 & $2 day of program

Rachel Khedoori Opening Reception
            Rachel Khedoori, Ute Bertog, Isa Newby Gagarin at Rochester Art Center
            7pm, $5 admission

The Lamont Cranston Blues Band in Concert at Crossings at Carnegie in Zumbrota
            7:30pm, $18 in advance, $20 day of show

Rochester Ice Hawks play at the Rochester Recreation Center 7:05pm

Mayowood Mansion Tour 11am, 12pm, 1pm and 2pm

Sunday September 25^th

Rochester Area Builders, Inc. Fall Showcase of Homes  -  Click HERE for more details.

 “Dearly Departed” at the Rochester Civic Theatre at 2pm

PurpleStride Rochester
            5k walk and 10k timed run to promote awareness and raise funds for pancreatic cancer
            Includes children's activities, music, silent auction, refreshments and other festivities
            Rochester Community & Technical College, East Park & County Fields
            9am-1pm, $20 Early Registration, click HERE for more info and to purchase tickets

Mayowood Mansion Tour 11am, 12pm, 1pm and 2pm
 

Monday September 26^th

The Rosemary and Meredith Willson Harmony for Mayo Program
            Sarah McQuid - Irish singer/guitarist
            In Lips Atrium at Mayo Clinic, 12:10 pm - 1 pm, Admission is free

Viewfinder Magic Annual Photography Show – Austin, MN Area Art Center 12-4pm

Assisi Heights (home of the Sisters of St. Francis) Tour 2pm, Donations accepted

Tuesday September 27^th

UMR CONNECTS: 9-11 Lessons
           7-8:30pm at the University of Minnesota – Rochester, Admission is free

Dooley’s Pub & Restaurant Late Night Specials 8pm-Close

Pazzo (Italian) Happy Hour and a Half  4:30-6:00pm

Mayowood Mansion Tour 11am, 12pm, 1pm and 2pm

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Gorgeous SW 2 story, contemporary new construction. Spectacular custom cherry kitchen and tile back splash. 3 bedrooms up, stunning master suite with walk-in closet and large bath with full tub and separate walk-in shower.  Beautiful hardwoods and tile with custom painting and trim. 

My oh my, it’s Week 12! Only two weeks left!

Once again, I could write an extensive list of all the changes that have taken place in the last week. It really is incredible. And the best part is that everyone working on the house has done an impeccable job. I want to give a specific shout-out to the trimmers and their work: CK Trim Pros. They’ve really had to work around a lot of strange corners and tight deadlines and they’ve done amazingly well! Particularly with regard the new crown molding. As you can see in one of the photos below, the molding has to start and stop in awkward places, but was finished off perfectly. We are very happy with it!

In other news, we did have one hiccup: our kitchen cabinet hardware didn’t arrive on time. Bummer. So we had to pick out some new hardware and have it UPS’d pronto. However, like almost every other hiccup, we like our new choice even better! So in the end it will work out just fine. I just thought it worth telling you because I really don’t want to sugar-coat this process. There are always bumps, but we really do feel like working with Penz has prevented so many potential problems.

Photos, photos and more photos! I will be posting below about a million new photos of the progress, including the new funky kitchen sconces, crown molding, sod in the front yard!, tile in the master bath, etc. Hope you enjoy looking at the latest happenings!

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Our beautiful new sod and a lovely Maple tree!
 

I find this photo hilarious. It's totally the "picture of suburbia." A large expanse of brown dirt next to incredibly fluffy, perfectly manicured, rolls of grass. Awesome.
 

Kitchen is coming along!                         And here is a close-up of the pendant lights.

New cabinet pulls.

Fireplace
 

Close-up of fireplace stone.

New crown molding and an example of an awkward corner executed beautifully.

New chrome master bath sconces!  Our new shower tiles. The picture is not so great, but the tiles
are grey and looking so modern and cool.

View of deck from master bedroom. New outdoor sconces outside kitchen door.

Our backyard!

Make sure to check out last weeks post on the Real Estate Rochester MN Blog!