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Contemporary Cottage on a Wooded Lot 3 Bed, 2.5 Bath

Contemporary Cottage on a Wooded Lot 3 Bed, 2.5 Bath

January 2023 Home Plan Contemporary Cottage on a Wooded LotThis month, we are featuring a one-story, contemporary cottage-style home, set on a wooded lot, just steps from the lake. The owners of this home were looking to build their dream vacation...

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Kitchen Remodel with Wall Removal

Kitchen Remodel with Wall Removal

January 2023 Remodel Project Kitchen Renovation with Wall RemovalThis month, we explore a kitchen remodel with wall removal. The owners of this lakefront cottage had a narrow galley-style kitchen with limited work and storage space. They wanted to...

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Door County Merry-Time Festival of Trees 2023

Door County Merry-Time Festival of Trees 2023

Get Into the Holiday Spirit at the Door County Maritime Museum's, Merry-Time Festival of Trees PortSide Builders is happy to participate in Door County Maritime Museum's, Merry-Time Festival of Trees for our 6th year in a row. It's become a...

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Two-Story Home with Ease of Outdoor – Indoor Living

Two-Story Home with Ease of Outdoor – Indoor Living

November 2022 Home Plan Two-Story Waterfront HomeThis plan features a 2,087 sq. ft. two-story home perfectly suited to accommodate a small, waterfront lot that was both shallow and a bit narrow. The homeowners love their time on the water and enjoy...

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Designing a High-Functioning Mudroom

Designing a High-Functioning Mudroom

The mudroom may not be the first room you think about when designing your new home but this high-functioning area plays an important role in the overall enjoyment of your home. This workhorse of a space typically gets high foot traffic and is...

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Kitchen Remodel with Wall Removal

Kitchen Remodel with Wall Removal

March 2022 Remodel Project Kitchen Renovation with Wall Removal   Our March Remodel of the Month features a closed kitchen renovation. The owners of this home wanted to open up the space, create more storage and better workflow in the kitchen, and...

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Ranch-Style Home with Walkout Lower Level

Ranch-Style Home with Walkout Lower Level

September 2022 Home Plan Ranch-Style Home with Walk-Out Lower LevelThis well-planned, spacious four-bedroom, three-and-a-half bathroom ranch-style home with a walk-out lower level was designed for a busy, active family. They enjoy entertaining and...

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Whole Home Renovation

Whole Home Renovation

April 2022 Remodel Project Whole Home RenovationOur April remodel project features a major home renovation. The owners of this home wanted to transform their beloved family vacation home into a more comfortable space suitable for year-round living....

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Contemporary Rustic Ranch-Style Home

Contemporary Rustic Ranch-Style Home

August 2022 Home Plan Contemporary Rustic Ranch-Style HomeOur August Plan of the Month brings you a well-planned three bedroom, three bathroom, 3,059 total sq. ft. contemporary rustic, ranch-style home with many custom features. Thoughtfully...

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One Very Large Bathroom Converted into Two

One Very Large Bathroom Converted into Two

June 2022 Remodel Project One Very Large Bathroom Converted into TwoThis month, we take a look at a bathroom renovation. The owners of this home had an overly spacious main bathroom that did not make the best use of space. They wanted to break it...

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Kitchen Remodel Opens Up the Space

Kitchen Remodel Opens Up the Space

July 2022 Remodel Project Kitchen Renovation with Wall RemovalThis month, we're featuring a kitchen renovation. The owners of this home wanted to open up the space between the kitchen and living room by removing the partial wall that was dividing...

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Fox Cities Home & Garden Show 2022

Fox Cities Home & Garden Show 2022

We Invite You to Join Us at the Fox Cities Home & Garden Show | February 18th - 20th at the Fox Cities Exhibition Center If you've been dreaming about a home remodeling project or new home construction, attending the Fox Cities Home &...

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Holiday Decorating Safety Tips

Holiday Decorating Safety Tips

Decorating Safety to Ensure an Enjoyable Holiday Season! The holidays can be a joyous time of year. A time to spend with family and friends, enjoy home cooked meals, and decorate our homes.  While we may enjoy holiday decorating, there are some...

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Door County Merry-Time Festival of Trees 2021

Door County Merry-Time Festival of Trees 2021

Come See Our Handcrafted Christmas Tree at the Door County Merry-Time Festival of Trees 2021 Keeping up with tradition, we are happy to participate in the Door County Merry-Time Festival of Trees, at the Door County Maritime Museum in Sturgeon Bay....

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5 Benefits of Choosing a Custom-Built Home

5 Benefits of Choosing a Custom-Built Home

Top 5 Benefits of Choosing a Custom-Built Home | Custom Building vs Buying Existing Purchasing a new home will be one of the largest investments you will make during your lifetime. While it can be an exciting time it can also be filled with many...

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