2020 Parade of Homes
May 28th – June 14th
Open Thursdays through Sundays from 12:00 to 6:00 PM

If there’s one thing we look forward to most in the new year, it’s the Parade of Homes—and the wait is almost over! We’re so excited to share three stunning new homes with you, as well as a peek at two up-and-coming communities.

Scroll below for an overview of each of the homes you’ll see during the Parade of Homes. We’ve also included links to more information about features, photos, and touring each model. We hope to see you there!

Model #397 – 4963 Sunflower Court, Woodbury, MN 55129
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Located in Woodbury’s flourishing Twenty-One Oaks neighborhood, this 4,136 square foot, five-bedroom, five-bathroom, three-car garage home is sure to impress! Finished with wide planked hardwood floors, Andersen Windows, quartz countertops, and high-end stainless-steel appliances, every space is the perfect blend of modern technology, timeless traditional elements, and beautiful design trends. From the finished walkout lower level and family entertainment space to the community pool and clubhouse, this transitional-style home is ideal for a fun, busy family!

Model #425 – 7311 Harkness Way, Cottage Grove, MN 55016
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This two-bedroom, two-bathroom, 1,728 square foot Cottage Grove Villa offers the best of one-level, maintenance-free living! The interior is the perfect combination of modern trends and sophisticated style. Design highlights include vaulted ceilings, metallic accent lights, wide plank wood floors, Andersen Windows, and granite countertops. Enjoy Minnesota’s beautiful seasons from your four-season porch, backyard patio, or nearby walking trails.

Model #429 – 2657 New Century Boulevard S., Maplewood, MN 55119
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Make your next home in this family-oriented Maplewood neighborhood! Enjoy the freedom of maintenance-free living in your spacious three-bedroom, three-bathroom townhome. Perfect for first-time homeowners or right-sizing residents, this picturesque neighborhood offers the beauty of a master-planned community without the maintenance of a larger home. Explore the clean finishes, modern metallics, and host-worthy kitchen. A two-bedroom, two-bathroom layout is also available for viewing.

Model #12 – Amberwood Community located in Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077
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Create a custom home or choose from our architecturally designed plans in this well-preserved Inver Grove Heights neighborhood! Surrounded by three acres of beautiful nature conservation, this east metro gem offers the benefit of private outdoor space with manageable lot sizes. This family-friendly neighborhood is just six blocks from Red Pine Elementary School and close to other highly regarded District 196 Eagan Schools. Visit and see if this is the right community for your family to call home!

Model #406 – Autumn Bluff Community located in Woodbury, MN 55129
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This 11-home executive-style development is a rare find in the Twin Cities market! Exclusive to Custom One Homes, Autumn Bluff is a 30-acre neighborhood overlooking a beautiful bluff in Woodbury. Located just a mile away from Woodbury’s newest high school, East Ridge, this community is perfect for families building their first, second, or even third home! Not only do you have access to everything Woodbury has to offer, but you’re also just twenty minutes from downtown St. Paul and Minneapolis. Spend your weekends enjoying your private acreage, hosting friends, or out on the town taking in a show.

BONUS MODEL TO VISIT

1872 Annika Drive N. Lake Elmo, MN 55042

With a modern rustic design, this home is perfect for those who love to entertain! In addition to picturesque views, it features a fantastic chef’s kitchen, enclosed porch, golf simulator, and pub-inspired bar. Many sophisticated design details can be found throughout the home. From the wood ceiling beams to the spa-like master suite, this home is sure to impress!

The Spring Parade of Homes has arrived, and we’re so excited to share our model homes and neighborhood sneak peeks! Today, we’re offering a glimpse of our Woodbury model home. Get all the design and visiting details below!

Model #397 – 4963 Sunflower Court, Woodbury, MN 55129
Parade Page

Located in Woodbury’s flourishing Twenty-One Oaks neighborhood, this 4,136 square foot, five-bedroom, five-bathroom, three-car garage home is sure to impress! Finished with wide planked hardwood floors, Andersen Windows, quartz countertops, and high-end stainless-steel appliances, every space is the perfect blend of modern technology, timeless traditional elements, and beautiful design trends. From the finished walkout lower level and family entertainment space to the community pool and clubhouse, this transitional-style home is ideal for a fun, busy family.

On February 8th, we gathered with at A’bulae in St. Paul with some of our favorite people to support Custom One Charities and party for a good cause at The Mix.

We had so much fun mingling, enjoying fantastic food and cocktails, dancing to High & Mighty Band, and bidding in the silent and live auction hosted by our Emcee/Auctioneer Emily Engberg!

Custom One Charities was thrilled to announce that the event raised $95,015 for charity! 🎉 Our team was so grateful and humbled to witness this outpouring of generosity.

Thank you so much to everyone who supported Custom One Charities, made this event possible, and helped give back to Make-A-Wish Minnesota, Spare Key, Bridging, Woodbury Community Foundation, and Custom One Charities in a HUGE way!

From sponsors to attendees to the incredible volunteer team and dedicated committee, it took a village to pull this off!

Want to know more about what drives Custom One Charities and the ‘why’ behind The Mix? Watch our owner, Todd, explain it all in the video below, and scroll down further to see our favorite event highlights!

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HIGHLIGHTS

At Custom One Homes, we believe our team is what sets us apart from the rest. Their hard work, dedication, and creative spirit are what drives our business; we wouldn’t be here without them. So, we think it’s only fair to give them the recognition they deserve!

It’s time to shine the spotlight on our Project Coordinator, Julie Newton. Julie has been a part of the Custom One Homes team for 16 years, and we feel so lucky to have her! Keep reading to learn more about how Julie got started in the industry, how she serves our clients, and what she loves about working at Custom One Homes.

Name: Julie Newton
Title: Project Coordinator
Years at Custom One: 16
Years in the Industry: 20

What is your brief professional history?
I’ve done a little of this and a little of that: retail, floral design, event planning, child care, product education, hospitality, wedding coordinator, etc. 

How did you get into the custom home building industry?
I was a co-owner of a drywall company.

Favorite part of your job?
I love working with our clients and being a part of our charity, Custom One Charities. 

What design trend are you digging right now?
I’m loving minimalist style–light colors, less stuff.

What’s your design style?
I would say, transitional. I like bringing a fresh take to old classics; dual-purpose furniture, unexpected pattern pairings, mid-tone woods, mixing metals, layered, natural materials that invite relaxation.

What do you wish people knew about your job or industry?
That what’s behind the walls of your new home matters just as much, if not more, than what you can see on the outside.    

What’s your biggest work quirk, or what are you known for around the office?
I’m not an early riser. 😉

Where can you be found outside of work?
Usually, I can be found at home.

What are your hobbies?
I enjoy doing projects around my house, painting, or redecorating.

Do you have a pet?
I have two pets, Sam and Fiona. Sam is a black and white cat, who prefers his alone time, and Fiona is a sweet white pitty mix. She’s completely deaf, partially blind in one eye, and follows me wherever I go.

Twins or Vikings?
Vikings!

Summer or winter?
Summer, always summer!

Lake or ocean?
Either, I like being by the water.

Traveler or homebody?
Traveler, but I hate packing.

Ice cream or hamburgers?
Ice cream, I’m a vegetarian.

What’s your favorite meal or Twin Cities restaurant?
I love a good wood-fire pizza!

We hope you enjoyed getting to know a little about Julie and her experience as part of the Custom One Homes team. We’ll be sharing more about the heroes of Custom One Homes, so be on the lookout for future Q&A’s!

The holidays are behind us, which means it’s time for Minnesotans to settle in somewhere cozy and hibernate until spring. Okay, we know some hearty Midwesterners enjoy outdoor winter fun, too. But sometimes the January-March chill can only be braved under a warm blanket and next to a crackling fire.

In Scandinavian countries, where winter means months of snow, cold, and little daylight (sound familiar?), they practice the concept of Hygge. This custom is all about your attitude. It’s a mind-shift switch that embraces the season by celebrating coziness, warmth, family time, and practicing mindfulness.

If you’re ready to embrace the art of Hygge, we’ve rounded up some of our favorite comfortable client spaces to inspire you. Grab a cup of hot cocoa, light a candle, and browse through these rooms that reflect all things cozy below!