Maximize your success on “DIY” remodeling projects by attending a series of practical seminars and workshops conveniently offered throughout the day of the Home Remodeling Fair. Discover current trends and solutions and develop the recommended steps to accomplish your remodeling dreams. All seminar/workshop leaders are experts in the remodeling field and will inspire you to create the house of your dreams! |
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2023 Seminars – Coming Soon!
2022 Seminars
11:00 am – Noon
Gardening with HerbsRoom 209 Gavin Watt, Hennepin County Master Gardeners |
Take the mystery out of growing, harvesting and storing herbs. Learn how these easy to grow plants can be used to add variety and attract pollinators, as well as in cooking, home decorating, and more! | |
What Home Improvements Pay OffRoom 213 Dan Tillman & Chad Blank, Coldwell Banker Realty |
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Building Your Dream Deck & Who’s Doing the WorkRoom 219 Mike Dykema, Shelter Construction |
After spending the last couple years in or around your house we get it may be time to update. Spend time outside and enjoy your home with a new deck, patio, or porch. Learn about the anatomy, the materials, and gather ideas for your dream exterior living space. Also understand the importance of selecting the right contractor for your project. | |
How to Create a Master Plan for Your Forever HomeRoom 223 Bjorn Freundenthal, New Spaces Design-Build-Remodel |
New Spaces will take you through a real life remodeling story showing you the before and after transformation of a 1980’s Architect-Designed Home. Experience a 3D virtual tour, photos and floor plans. Learn current design trends, master plan tips and tricks and get you started into design. Plus, we will answer any questions you may have about the remodeling process. | |
Kitchen Remodeling 2022: Small Innovations to Total RenovationsRoom 233 Lynn Monson, DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen |
Before and after photos illustrate the latest trends, technologies, and universal design features to incorporate into your dream kitchen. Innovative solutions include options to cost-effectively change your space. |
12:15 – 1:15 pm
Customized Home Energy Savings Made Easy with Home Energy SquadRoom 209 Stacy Boots Camp, Center for Energy and Environment |
The Home Energy Squad will discuss opportunities for low and no cost energy saving solutions in your home, connect you to discounted, customized home assessments, and help you implement a plan to make your home as efficient, and comfortable as possible. | |
Just Deeds CoalitionRoom 213 Maria Cisneros & Kiarra Zackery, City of Golden Valley |
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Gardening with Perennials – The Basics and BeyondRoom 219 Kate Newal, Hennepin County Master Gardeners |
Part I – Perennial plants are the backbone of most flower gardens. Learn lifespan and bloom time, how to group them, and how to choose plants for a long season of color and interest. We’ll provide a review of common perennials, desired growing conditions and best practices.
Part II – Review plant care basics, pest control and dividing techniques. Learn how choose the right perennial for your garden, get tips on choosing style and be inspired by ideas on how to refresh and rejuvenate a mature garden. |
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Bathroom Remodeling WorkshopRoom 223 Nicole First, Neighborhood Building & Remodeling |
Learn about bathroom remodeling from start to finish. Create a vision for your new bath using current trends and materials available. We’ll go through the steps to make it functional and fabulous. | |
How to Find a Good Contractor During a PandemicRoom 233 Tracy Dahlin, Rick Tollerud, Steph Allen & Alex Buckentine, Iron River Construction |
We will be addressing how to find a good contractor in the present environment. In addition to covering standard advice regarding licensing, communication, reputation, scope and relationship, we’ll also cover pandemic issues such as labor shortages, price increases, supply chain issues, COVID safety protocols and what to look for to get your project done right. |
1:30 – 2:30 pm
Managing Home Energy CostsRoom 213 Carmen Carruthers, Citizen’s Utility Board of Minnesota |
Natural gas and electricity rates and are fluctuating. This session will help you understand bills and manage energy use. Information about programs and rebates to help reduce your energy costs will be covered. Bring all of your energy related questions! | |
Four Ways to Fix Kitchen Problems and Get the Kitchen of Your DreamsRoom 219 Timothy Ferraro, Bluestem Remodeling |
Learn key remodeling solutions to fix your kitchen. Is your kitchen out of date? Do you have to store kitchen items in your basement, bedroom closets or in the garage? Are you wondering if it’s safe to remodel during Covid? We’ll present four key strategies for fixing a bad kitchen plan and tips on how to have a better remodeling experience. See before & after photos of kitchen remodeling projects and ask about your own kitchen. Learn how COVID has affected the remodeling industry. |
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Kitchen Planning & TrendsRoom 223 Nicole First, Neighborhood Building & Remodeling |
What does it take to plan a whole kitchen remodel? What if you only want to update the kitchen? We’ll touch on each aspect of a kitchen remodel, current trends in material, color and estimated costs. Ideas on how to combine new and existing materials to make your new kitchen efficient and beautiful. | |
Bath Remodeling 2022: Small Innovations to Total RenovationsRoom 233 Lynn Monson, DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen |
Before and after photos illustrate the latest trends, technologies, and universal design features to incorporate into your dream bath. Innovative solutions include options to cost-effectively change your space.
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