2018 Seminars

11 am

Scandinavian Kitchen Design Examples And Ideas 11 am–noon, Room 208 Jennifer Wetheral, Puustelli USA	See before and after case studies and learn about the trends in the kitchen world for 2018
Color Trends 11 am–noon, Room 213 Abi Zechmeister, Color Program Supervisor Sherwin Williams Company	What’s in and what’s not. Get the Skinny on wallpaper, accent walls, painting tips and tricks, and many other facets of color and paint trends.
Bathroom Remodeling: Step By Step 11 am–noon, Room 223 Nicole First, Neighborhood Building & Remodeling	Although one of the smallest rooms in the house, the bathroom still needs all the details of a large kitchen. Learn about plumbing, new codes, material options, and trends that will help you design a successful bathroom.
City Inspector Panel: 20 Tips To Help Your Project Go Smoothly 11 am–noon, Room 223 Moderated by Jason Zimmerman, Planning Manager, City of Golden Valley	A panel of City Inspectors from Hopkins, Golden Valley, Minnetonka, and St. Louis Park will provide insight on what homeowners need to know when planning a home remodeling project.

Sustainable Lawn Care 12:15 pm–1:15 pm, Room 208 U of MN Master Gardener	Create a healthy lawn using fewer inputs like water, fertilizer, and time, while still having a positive impact on the environment.
Preventative Home Maintenance 12:15 pm–1:15 pm, Room 213 Daniel Felt Kura Home Maintenance	Learn the tips and tricks needed to maintain your home and prevent costly repairs.
Afraid To Remodel? Don’t Worry. Be Wowed! 12:15 pm–1:15 pm, Room 223 Tim Ferraro, Bluestem Construction	Get the insider remodeling tips no one else is talking about. Learn how to plan for success and get the results you want while sticking to your budget. You’ll also have the chance to win a $100 Lunds & Byerlys gift certificate.
Kitchen Remodeling 2018: Small Innovations To Total Renovations 12:15 pm–1:15 pm, Room 233 Lynn Monson DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen	Before and after photos illustrate the latest trends, technologies, and universal design features to incorporate into your renovation. Innovative solutions include options to cost-effectively change your space.

Backyard Compost Basics 1:30 pm–2:30 pm, Room 208 U of MN Master Gardener	Why compost? Learn about the biology of compost, bins, location, what to put in it, maintenance and troubleshooting, winter tips, and how to use the end product.
How To Earn Your Remodel Investment Back When You Sell 1:30 pm–2:30 pm, Room 213 Dan & Mary Tillman, Realtors & Seasoned Investors Edina Realty	Many home upgrades do not pay for themselves in the form of a higher sale price. Learn which home improvements pay off, common home improvement myths, over-improving and pricing yourself out of your neighborhood, and how to tell your renovation story when it comes time to sell.
Kitchen Remodeling From Bottom To Top 1:30 pm–2:30 pm, Room 223 Nicole First, Neighborhood Building & Remodeling	Whether you are planning a full remodel or a quick update, kitchen projects can be overwhelming. Get information about layout, materials, costs, and current trends to help ensure a successful project.
Bath Remodeling 2018. Small Innovations To Total Renovations 1:30 pm–2:30 pm, Room 233 Lynn Monson DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen	Before and after photos illustrate the latest trends, technologies, and universal design features to incorporate into your renovation. Innovative solutions include options to cost-effectively change your space.