Home Venture January 2021

January 2021

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Open Cleveland has Craftsman charm

By Associated Designs

would be lost if the rooms were individually walled.

Counter and cupboard space is ample in a kitchen that is open to

the dining room. There's even a small pantry, along with a sunny space for plants in front of the sink.

Looking at the Cleveland, what Standing at the stove, you can chat you see is a small home with a with guests and famnostalgic Craftsman flavor. ily members seated You might assume that it at the eating bar or has no garage; in actuality, © 2021 Associated Designs, Inc. gathered around the the garage is attached at the PLAN 30-105 PLAN 30-105 dining room table. rear of the home.

Living 1242 Living Area Area 1242 sq.ft. sq.ft.

The eating bar A mere 32 feet wide, Garage/Storage Garage 435 Garage 435 sq.ft. sq.ft. doubles as a buffet this plan is designed to fit 21'4'' x 21'8'' Dimensions 32'x63' Dimensions 32'x63' for festive meals, and on a narrow lot with an alsliding glass doors ley behind. A small com1000 1000 SERIES SERIES brighten the dining munity of similar homes w www.AssociatedDesigns.com space. If the lot is could be built on minimal Utility wide enough, these acreage. doors could provide access to The designers have a side patio. packed a surprising array of Utilities are tucked in a popular features into living Kitchen pass-through alcove that conOwners’ Suite space that measures in at 13'4'' x 10' 12' x 12'6'' nects the garage to the house. approximately 1,250 square Three bedrooms and two feet. Family living areas, bathrooms span the left for instance, flow together side. The front bedroom from front to back, creating Dining could be outfitted as a a sense of spaciousness that 11'4'' x 9'8'' den or home office. A Bedroom 10'4'' x 10' large skylight brightens the main bathroom.

The Cleveland's owners’ Living suite is small, but it boasts a 17' x 14'4'' roomy walk-in closet and private bathroom.

Entry Associated Designs is the Den/ Dn original source for the CleveBedroom Entry land 30-105. For more informa10'2'' x 10'6'' tion or to view other designs, Porch visit www.AssociatedDesigns Alternate Basement Stairs .com or call 800-634-0123.

Living

Cleveland

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Meet Your Realtor

REALTORS

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Call Lucas Knight for Your Real Estate Needs!

Lucas Knight 701-721-9163 lucas@signalrealtors.com

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Carrie Montoya Watne, REALTORS® Top Producer of the Month of November 2020.

I was born and raised in a small town in Nebraska and always cherished my upbringing in rural America. My husband and I are both retired from the Air Force and had the opportunity to live in many areas of the US and overseas, but we chose to remain in ND due to the warmth of the people, not the weather. I have been a full time sales professional in Minot for over 17 years and enjoyed every minute of it. Helping people realize their dreams of home ownership, commercial/investment goals and building lasting relationships are all rewarding endeavors. I would like to say Thank You to all my past, current and future clients for your confidence and friendship. You can contact me at 701-240-0709 or email at carriecornhusker@aol.com.

Gracia Eman Watne, REALTORS® Top Sales Professional of the Month of November 2020.

Hi! I’m Gracia. It is pronounced Gray-sha. I have lived in Minot all my life and joined the Watne team in 2019.

Real estate has always been interesting to me, and I am excited to be a part of it. I have a high school aged daughter and 2 Scottish Terriers at home. I purchased that home for us in 2020, and it is the perfect fit. That being said, I’m recent with the anxieties of purchasing your first home and any home in general. Everyone deserves an agent that will do the work for them and take the pressure off. I am that agent! After bartending and serving for the past 9 years, I gained exceptionally good customer service skills that help with both clients and outside help such as other agents, bankers, and insurance agents.

Having a cleaning company for 10 years has taught me the value of hard work. I use these skills as a Realtor every day. I look forward to helping clients get in their perfect fit, sell what they have outgrown, upsize, etc.

Please contact me if you think I would be a good fit for you! I can be reached by calling 701-263-1295 or emailing Gracia@MinotHomes.com.

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KICKING OFF THE NEW YEAR WITH A NEW HOME! While it may be still hard to believe, another year has come and gone. What better way to celebrate the new year than with your very own home! While homeownership brings added responsibility and financial commitment, it also includes some major benefits. Plus, with today’s mortgage programs, you can finance a home of your very own with as little as 3% down – making the dream of homeownership an attainable goal. If you’re not sure if homeownership is right for you, check out four ways that owning your own home can benefit you in the long run:

1. Investment & Equity

When you purchase your own home, you’re making an investment that will generally appreciate in value over time. This means when it comes time to sell, your house could be worth more than what you purchased it for, allowing you to make a profit. It’s no secret that when you rent you’re paying money each month to your landlord.

You’re getting a place to stay, but you aren’t able to use that money as an investment. By purchasing a home, you could be putting that monthly expense towards building equity.

The equity in your home is comprised of your down payment plus the portion of your monthly payments that are applied to the principle balance of your mortgage after you pay the loan’s interest. Your mortgage payments reduce the amount you owe while your home may be gaining value. By simply making a mortgage payment instead of a rent payment, you’re building equity in your home.

2. It’s Your Space

Aside from the financial benefits of owning a home, there’s more! When you purchase your own home, you can customize it to your liking. Want a big screen in the basement to host movie nights? Have you always dreamed of large kitchen with white cabinets and an intricate backsplash? Or maybe you’d like a massive walk-in closet or a whirlpool tub to relax in. You’re in luck! As a home owner, the possibilities are endless when it comes to making your house feel like a home as opposed to a temporary spot you can’t really make your own.

And we can’t forget about our furry friends! You can kick pet rental policies to the curb. At your own home, you can welcome any animals you like (no more restrictions on weight or the number of pets), and taking them out for walks or potty breaks is so much easier when you don’t have to contend with apartment stairs.

3. Tax Incentives

We all pay taxes so it’s important to note that homeowners receive tax incentives that aren’t available to renters. When it’s time for you to file, consult your tax preparer as a portion of property taxes and mortgage interest paid out over the year could be tax deductible, allowing you to save money on your taxes!

4. Building Community & Memories

Choosing where to build or buy is a big decision. Many buyers consider distance to schools, work, parks and conveniences along with road conditions, plans for construction and the overall safety of the area. Like most

Lisa Thuner, is an Executive Mortgage Officer with The HOME Team at Town & Country Credit Union. To contact Lisa or get more information on home loans, visit www.townandcountry.org. Town & Country Credit Union is an Equal Housing Lender.

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Coldwell Banker 1st Minot Realty homeowners, you’ll find the spot for you and your family that feels just right. In this spot, you’ll create relationships with your neighbors, host gatherings with friends and family, and watch your kids achieve many milestones, all while taking pride in the place you chose to call home.

If you’re thinking homeownership sounds right for you and your family, set up a free consultation with a local mortgage expert. They’ll walk you through the process of applying for a home loan and explain the costs associated with home financing. You’ll be able to ask all the questions you want which will help you determine if the time to jump from renting to owning is now or a little further down the road.

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This image provided

by John Eason shows a media room

by Eason, a New York interior designer.

Right at Home: AP Photo

RESETTINGFORANEWYEAR WITHSOOTHINGDECOR

By KIM COOK

Associated Press After an anxiety-filled 2020 and during the continuing pandemic, many of us are looking to our homes for nearly everything: a place to work, study, sleep, eat, exercise. And don’t forget unwind.

Homes these days can offer calm and relaxation, designers say. Whether that means a decor refresh or a few small additions, they suggest some easy ways to create a more restful home space for 2021.

Think both big and small as you assess your rooms, says John Eason, an interior designer in New York.

“The feeling of a soothing room comes not only from the overall effect and aesthetic, but from key details,’’ he says.

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Don’t be limited by conventional ideas of what makes a space cozy, Eason says: “Metal and stone are as comforting for their sturdy dependability as wood is for its flex and give.

Deep, rich colors can be as relaxing as cheerful, bright ones.”

Sustainably produced textiles and environmentally friendly paints with velvety finishes can lend a healthy and comfortable vibe.

Find apps that play calming music and relaxing stories, or YouTube videos of crackling fireplaces or lapping waters.

Aromatherapy candles and diffusers wafting scents of nature, or baked goodies, are easy additions, as are soft toss pillows where you’ll be binge-watching.

In recent years, the Danish word “hygge” came to describe the concept of coziness. The Welsh have their own apt term: “cwtch.” Pronounced “kutch,” it loosely references both cozy nooks and extra warm hugs.

FOLLOW YOUR OWN TASTES

Create your easy-living vibe based on your own sense of balance, harmony and good energy, says Leigh Spicher, national design director for Atlanta-based home builder Ashton Woods. That’s especially true now when guests are discouraged because of safety concerns.

“The best way to design a restful, relaxing home is to make it about you and the people you live with,” she advises.

Choose colors you love, not necessarily what’s trendy. Frame travel pictures and perSEE THINGS IN A GOOD LIGHT sonal photos.

Chip Wade, a designer and architect in UNPLUGGED SPACES Cumming, Georgia, uses light to define difWe all need more screens if we’re working and spending more time at home, but allow ferent parts of a room and to create a laidback atmosphere. yourself to escape them too, Spicher says.

“Lighting is a key component to person“Make sure there’s a space in your home alizing my space. Controlling my entire without tech, including TV,” she says.

Real plants, and a mix of elements like lighting setup remotely on my phone makes wood, stone, metal — perhaps even a water it easy to dim and create scenes,” he says.

You can swap out regular bulbs for feature, like a table fountain — can create a color-changing ones soothing, authentic living space. that offer sunrise, DEFINING THE SPACE sunset and other It can be stressful when too much is mood-enhancing going on in a space. Get hues. creative with delineatEason likes to ing spaces and their play with the way functions. light works on var“For children, I ious surfaces. love to create a “An upholstered designated wall lends a play area by peaceful air to a overlapping a room for its fun, patterned area sound-absorbing qualities, rug with woven poufs and storage ottomans,” says Amanda Amato, a but also for how it affects the play of light,” designer in Caldwell, New Jersey, and style ex- he says. “Creating pools of light in a variety pert for HomeGoods. She also suggests creating of intensities, rather than an overall brighta reading nook in a forgotten corner of a room, ness, and having that light emit from fixand reducing clutter in a small bedroom by tures that are focal points, can create a multi-purposing a writing desk as a nightstand. sense of focus and calm.”

AP Photos

ABOVE: This image provided by John Eason shows a bedroom by Eason, a New York interior designer.

BELOW: This image provided by LA-based merchant Otherland shows the Kindling candle, infused with Alaskan cedar.

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Welcoming Eastford, bright and roomy Decorative shutters, multipaned windows, and front gables put a welcoming face on the Eastford. Slender posts and stone veneer wainscoting add to the exterior appeal of this midsize ranch-style home.

Entering via the covered porch, you step into a vaulted entry that leads directly to the spacious vaulted great room at the rear. But not before passing a wide opening on the left, and a hallway to the right.

The left opening accesses a room that could be a den or a parlor, and links up with the kitchen through a pocket door. The hallway on the right takes you to a wing of private spaces: a bathroom, two bedrooms, and what could be a third bedroom, study or home office.

Natural light washes into the great room and dining room through windows that fill most of the rear wall. The dining room windows slide open, providing easy access to a covered patio, which could be screened. A fireplace is nestled into the right corner of the great room.

Side windows let even more light into the dining room and kitchen. A flush eating bar bounds the two spaces. Cabinets, appliances and a wide sink line four sides of the kitchen.

The vaulted owners’ suite fills one entire end of the bedroom wing. Amenities include a walk-in closet, linen closet, double vanity, and enclosable toilet and shower.

Closing the bathroom’s pocket door creates complete separation

from the sleeping area.

Laundry appliances are mere steps away from the bedrooms, in a convenient pass-through utility room/mud room with direct access to the Eastford’s two-car garage.

The utility room comes fully outfitted with a deep sink, folding counters, and plenty of cabinetry.

Associated Designs is the original source for the Eastford 30-925.

For more information or to view other designs, visit www.Associated Designs.com or call 800-634-0123.

Covered Patio 12' x 10'

Eastford Eastford PLAN 30-925 30-925 PLAN

Living Area Area Living Garage Garage Dimensions Dimensions

1000 SERIES SERIES 1000

Dining 11'6'' x 14'6''

Vaulted Great Room 15'4'' x 17'4''

Vaulted Owners’ Suite 12'6'' x 14'6''

Kitchen 11'10'' x 12'6''

Den/Parlor 10'6'' x 12'8''

Bedroom 11'2'' x 11'

Entry Study/ Bedroom 10'6'' x 12'8''

Porch

18111 sq.ft. sq.ft.

181 503 sq.ft. sq.ft.

503 48'x65'6'' 65'6'' 48'x

w www.AssociatedDesigns.com

Utility

By Associated Designs

Garage 20' x 24'10''

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How to bring more space into bathrooms (Family Features) Today’s designers, architects and builders are creating modern bathrooms that are practical, luxurious, comfortable and accommodating. They know homeowners and homebuyers desire - even demand - these features regardless of the bathroom’s size or layout.

Therein lies the challenge: How to create a feeling of spaciousness and openness without sacrificing valuable floor space, obstructing traffic flow or forfeiting storage space. Despite these impediments, building professionals can meet these bath-design challenges and even exceed them with an option like Johnson Pocket Door Frame Kits.

Pocket doors can be installed in virtually any room but are particularly well suited for use in bathrooms, where space is often at a premium. The typical hinged door requires up to 14 square feet of floor space to swing open. A pocket door, conversely, slides into the wall, leaving the space in front of and on either side of the doorway open and available.

Pocket doors are commonly installed at the entrances to bathrooms and can also be used to conceal linen closets and washers and dryers when the bathroom serves double duty as a laundry room.

There’s also a growing bathroom remodeling trend of enclosing the toilet alcove to create a toilet “room” within the bathroom. However, space restrictions sel-

dom allow for the installation of a swinging door, so remodelers often install pocket doors.

Pocket door frames also allow for items to be mounted on the pocket wall. For instance, when used with Johnson’s 151558PL Pocket Wall Reinforcement Clip Set and 5/8-inch thick plywood, the 1500SC Pocket Door Frame with all-steel split studs can support wall-mounted fixtures such as towel bars, shelves, framed mirrors or artwork. The pocket door frame kit comes equipped with soft-close hardware that allows doors up to 200 pounds to be opened and closed by the touch of a fingertip for less risk of pinched fingers and slammed doors. The frame also comes with self-tapping screws that work for both drywall and finish trim, and the smooth-rolling pocket door hardware and track exceed ANSI standards, meaning they can successfully complete 100,000 opening and closing cycles.

Another potentially unexpected benefit of using pocket doors in bathrooms is the free space gained can be used to install larger vanity cabinets, freestanding shelving units, bigger bathtubs and other fixtures that may have been squeezed out in order to accommodate swinging doors.

To find more ways to bring more space to your bathrooms, visit johnsonhardware.com or call 800837-5664.

Photo courtesy of Johnson Hardware

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The many benefits of houseplants The lines between the outdoors and indoors are being blurred.

Homeowners build extensive outdoor living spaces so they can relax on weather-resistant furniture and even cook in lavish kitchens in their backyards. In addition, indoor three-season rooms full of bright, open windows that showcase outdoor vistas challenge the boundaries between outside and inside.

For those working with limited budgets, there are some easy, inexpensive ways to enjoy the majesty of natural landscapes indoors.

Houseplants can be used to improve indoor spaces, and they also provide various health benefits.

Help with allergies

According to WebMD, rooms with houseplants tend to have less dust and mold in them than those without any foliage. Leaves and other parts of the plants serve as natural filters, catching airborne particles and allergens. Plants with

textured leaves might be especially effective at trapping particles.

plants can be used to screen unattractive areas, moderate room temperature by shading spots from the sun and even reduce noise. Plants also can improve ambiance and create a pleasing atmosphere in a room.

Put more oxygen into the air

The human respiratory system works by bringing in oxygen and releasing carbon dioxide. Plants do the opposite during photosynthesis. They absorb carbon dioxide and then release oxygen. Plants can put much more oxygen into the air, improving indoor conditions.

Can improve mood

Increase indoor humidity and reduce illness

Studies from the Agricultural University of Norway found that indoor plants can increase humidity in indoor spaces, which decreases the incidences of sore throats, dry coughs, dry skin, and the common cold. Higher absolute humidity can decrease the chances of survival and transmission of the flu virus.

their work at the 252nd National Meeting & Exposition of the American Chemical Society found certain houseplants can combat the potentially harmful effects of volatile organic compounds. Plants Filter the air may help filter out VOCs like benResearchers who presented zene, acetone and formaldehyde,

which can enter indoor air via cleaning supplies, dry-cleaned clothes, furniture, printers, and paints.

Improve interior atmosphere

Prevention

magazine

says

Growing and caring for plants can alleviate everyday stress. A nationwide study from UK Magazine Gardeners World found 80 percent of gardeners declared themselves satisfied with life compared to 67 percent among non-gardeners. Gardeners were more positive mentally. Greenery can help people feel more at home and improve mental health. A rehab center in Norway found patients reported a greater increase in well-being four weeks after having greenery added to their surroundings.

Houseplants can improve indoor areas and positively affect personal health.

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Stately Richfield has comfortable living

By Associated Designs

hallway that connects the kitchen, dining room and three-car garage.

The boxed bay that expands the Richfield’s owners’ suite is an ideal location for a cozy window seat.

Other features include a deep walkin closet, and a private two-section bathroom. Soft natural light filters in through the glass block wall next to the deep soaking tub. The shower

An artful arrangement of brick and glass blends to give the Richfield a look that’s at once stately and welcoming. Handsome masonry columns support the soaring keystone-crowned arched portico that frames the two-story entry. Arched windows and foliage spilling over the edges of the raised brick planter add grace and soften the image.

Inside, light washes in through two-story walls of glass in the two-story high foyer and great room. From the balcony at the second story landing you can overlook both spaces. This informal plan has no living room, which many contemporary families see as a definite plus.

What it does have is a bright, lofty and spacious great Owners’ Suite room, open to the kitchen and 17' x 17'4'' nook. The fireplace provides color and warmth. It’s nestled between storage shelves and an entertainment center with overhead shelves. In the kitchen, a large work island adds Bedroom Open to 14' x 11'4'' counter space for Family Below multiple cooks.

The side outfitted as an eating bar is a Balc. great place to hang Dn out and chat with whoever is working Open to in the kitchen.

Below Bedroom Utilities are out 14' x 11'4'' of the way but easy to get to, tucked in an alcove off the

and toilet can be isolated for steam containment and added privacy.

Two bedrooms, a dual-compartment bathroom and a huge bonus room are upstairs.

Associated Designs is the original source for the Richfield 10-352.

For more information or to view other designs, visit www.Associated Designs.com or call 800-634-0123.

Nook 12' x 13'10''

Patio

2-Story Great Room 22'8'' x 18' Dn to Bsmt

Kitchen

Patio

3-Car Garage 25'6'' x 33'

Up 2-Story Foyer

Dining/ Den 14' x 13'8''

© 2021 Associated Designs, Inc.

Covered Porch

Richfield

PLAN PLAN 10-352 10-352 Bonus Room 16'6'' x 19'

First First Floor Floor Second Second Floor Floor Living Living Area Area Bonus Bonus Room Room Garage Garage Dimensions Dimensions

1959 1959 sq.ft. sq.ft.

612 612 sq.ft. sq.ft.

2571 2571 sq.ft. sq.ft.

408 sq.ft.

408 sq.ft.

888 888 sq.ft. sq.ft.

80'8'' 80'8'' x x 48' 48'

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STEPS

to organize your home office

Remote working has become popular in recent years, but the “working-from-home” economy bloomed exponentially as the world was forced to confront the COVID-19 pandemic. According to Stanford economist Nicholas Bloom, as of summer 2020, 42 percent of the United States labor force was working from home full-time.

The need for home office spaces has increased as more people work from home. Many people have retrofitted various spaces around their homes into areas to get work done. More organized home work spaces can increase productivity. Individuals can follow these guidelines to create effective, organized home offices.

Begin with the desk

The desk is the primary spot where work will take place. The right desk accessories can provide visual appeal and also serve practical purposes. Have cups for holding pens and pencils, baskets and bins for larger items, and store whatever you can elsewhere so it does not lead to clutter on the desk. Store wireless printers in a cabinet or even on a bookshelf so it doesn’t take up real estate on the desk.

Create a printing station

While you’re moving that wireless printer elsewhere, designate a space to serve as the central printing hub. This way children who need to print assignments for school will know where to go as well. Printer supplies like extra ink cartridges and printer paper can be kept in decorative storage boxes nearby.

Increase your shelving

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Shelving can help keep items organized and off the desk in home offices without closets or drawers. Look for shelves that blend in with decor but are sturdy enough to be functional.

Organize paperwork

Figure out a system that works for you to help tidy up papers you choose to save. While some papers can be scanned and stored as digital files, color-coded file folders can organize statements and other important documents. This makes it easy to find the folder you need when looking for certain documents.

Establish a charging station

Repurpose certain items, such as a desk organizer, into an easily accessible electronics charging station where phones and tablets can charge at one time.

Make essential binders

HGTV suggests making binders that can store the most important papers for easy access — even in an emergency. Set up a binder for automotive paperwork, including repair receipts, a medical binder where key medical records are kept, a binder for manuals for devices in the home, and one to store financial planning documents.

These organizational tips can help remedy common problems around a home office.

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POWERS LAKE ND - Quiet Neighborhood, 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath, Very Nice Condition, Newer Vinyl Siding, Windows, and Steel Roof, Move-in Ready, Single Garage #200800

MOHALL ND - 3 Bedrooms, 1.75 Baths, Spacious Home, Large Deck/Stone Patio, 2 Car Garage, Great Location #201127

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