A True Transformation: My Home Renovation Experience with Creations by Caty…read more Recently, I moved into a home that had so much potential -- a fantastic location, a spacious backyard perfect for entertaining, and a beautifully finished basement. On paper, it sounded like a dream. But once I settled in, the reality began to surface. The previous homeowners had clearly neglected many aspects of the property. It seemed like a rushed attempt to make things "presentable" for selling, but the cosmetic upgrades were outdated at best -- and in some areas, just plain questionable. Tacky finishes, poor craftsmanship, and design choices that left me scratching my head. Enter Creations by Caty -- the team that completely changed everything for me. From the moment I met with Caty and her incredible team, I felt confident that I was in good hands. We had one planning meeting before I left on a pre-planned out-of-state trip. That's right -- I handed over my keys and put the entire renovation into their hands. I knew I wouldn't be there to oversee the progress, but I also knew I didn't need to be. Their professionalism, vision, and attention to detail were obvious from day one. What impressed me most was Caty's ability to see the full potential of the space immediately. For instance, she quickly pointed out that a wall dividing the kitchen wasn't load-bearing -- and suggested we remove it to open the entire area. That alone transformed the energy and flow of the house. But she didn't stop there. She designed a custom kitchen island that doubled my storage space, complete with roll-out drawers on both sides -- practical and beautiful! She also chose sleek black accents that tied together the new hardware and lighting, giving everything a modern yet timeless feel that fits perfectly with my lifestyle. While I was away, the team worked tirelessly to bring our shared vision to life. Caty kept me updated with photos and check-ins, but truthfully, I had full trust in her. She helped guide the selection of paint colors, flooring, countertops, and more. Every decision was intentional and cohesive, and the result was even more stunning than I could have ever imagined. As if that wasn't enough, Caty went the extra mile to make sure I came home to a truly finished space. She styled the front porch and back deck to feel welcoming and warm, and even organized areas inside the home to make my transition back as smooth as possible. Walking through the door that first time felt like stepping into a dream -- one I didn't think could be real until that moment. There truly are no words to express the gratitude I feel for the team at Creations by Caty. Their passion, creativity, and hard work not only transformed a neglected house -- they gave me a home. I will forever be thankful for the love and care they poured into every detail. If you're looking for someone to help bring your vision to life -- or maybe even help you see a vision you didn't know was possible -- look no further. Creations by Caty is the real deal.

I contacted Caty originally to help me choose paint colors at our lake home. She has a real talent…read morefor finding the right colors to compliment each room. Caty helped me with additional updates like light and bathroom fixtures, wall art and furniture. She is budget conscious and very responsive to questions and schedules. Caty kept each task moving and the updating was completed much faster than I projected. Once the lake home was complete we needed to sell our home in Brainerd. The house had good bones but after 20 years it needed updating as well. With Caty's guidance we spent about $4000 on paint and carpet. Caty's staging beautifully transformed each neutrally painted room into a welcoming space. My adult daughters didn't recognize their former bedrooms. We had multiple offers from prospective buyers in days and sold it for 20K over asking in one week. I am certain that Caty's staging contributed to our successful sale. I highly recommend Caty's staging services. She has a vast inventory of furnishings and will not be satisfied until every last detail is perfect. Karen & Jon

After talking to a few other companies we decided on Shelly's Interior Concepts after we bought our…read morefirst home. With a new home comes projects and everyone knows if you don't get them done in the first year they will get forgotten. Shelly made that project very simple and helped us complete our goals. She picked out great paint colors for the walls and helped us decide on which blind style would work for each room. I recommend her to all my friends and family she does great work and really loves what she does.

I love my new blinds, I can now enjoy my shows without sunlight shining in the room and sleep in…read moreuntil I want to! They were a great price and the the installation/service was easy and quick and professional. My old blinds were not broken but they pale in comparison to the amount of light they blocked. Zero complaints, 10/10 would order again

I rent out a house in the Otsego area and had the task of replacing the carpet prior to the new…read moretenants moving in. I had to have the carpet installed on a very tight timeline. My property manager had a carpet installer, but it was my job to pick the carpet. He recommended a brand and I started researching. I had no idea how many carpets there were! When I used a compare feature on one of the carpet brand websites, one of the stats I was given was pile height. I thought why do I care what height the pile is? I was overwhelmed. I didn't know how to narrow the choices down and pick one. I didn't have the understanding to know what type of carpet would be best. Catherine was amazing and saved the day! She handled all communications with the carpet installer including coordinating with my property manager to meet the carpet installer at the rental property to review choices and see samples in the actual space. She took the thousands of choices and narrowed it down to three. She explained in a knowledgeable, concise manner why she was choosing the three she did and used a picture board to summarize the options. She was very patient and answered all my questions. She didn't overwhelm me with too much information, but she gave me enough to be able to make a well-informed decision. She communicated clearly and was very organized. She far exceeded my expectations! I must admit before hiring Catherine, I didn't realize how valuable a certified interior designer would be. I am quite pleased with my decision to hire her and I would highly recommend her!

From the owner: From my experience and education, I have broadened my capabilities to become a Certified Interior…read moreDesigner (CID), Certified Aging in Place Specialist (CAPS), Accessibility Specialist through MN (MN-AS), and a Certified Kitchen & Bath Designer (CKBD). I specialize in Kitchen & Bathroom remodeling, assisting aging in place clients with independence by modifying their home, and providing unique ideas or smart space-planning solutions for your home.

Ispiri did our house remodel 7 years ago. At the time Jamie was our project manager and now he is a…read moredesign consultant. Jamie and others at Ispiri were always willing to answer my questions and concerns I had during the remodel. We were very happy with the work they did. I would recommend Ispiri for work. I look forward to working with them again on my next project! Cheers~

The stone countertop is beautiful and they are very reasonable to do business with. Very fair and…read morereliable.

We really had a good experience working with Lance and all of the employees at Exquistie Stone, and…read morewe are delighted with our new countertops and sinks. From the initial selection of countertops, through to the installation process, everyone was friendly and professional. We would highly recommend Exquisite Stone.