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Planning for Accessibility
July 22, 2022
Planning
When we design and build custom homes for our clients, we very deliberately take the long view. We want to build generational homes that serve our clients’ families for decades. Because of that, one of the things we often try to account for, that people often overlook, is long-term accessibility. People who have mobility challenges […]
Is there a right or wrong approach to styling your custom home?
June 15, 2021
Interior Design
Planning
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One thing people struggle with when working on the interior design of their custom dream homes is figuring out their own style. Traditional? Modern? Rustic? Modern Farmhouse? Boho? Minimalist? Contemporary? Industrial? Coastal? Scandinavian? Honestly, the list of design styles is almost as long as a list of people who are interested in them, or scared […]
How do I stay on budget with interior design?
June 3, 2021
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We love talking to clients about their dream homes. We get to hear about their hopes and dreams for their home, of course, but also for themselves, their families, often extending for generations. That’s the kind of home we design and build, and whether it remains a family landmark for generations or not, it’s built […]
Summer Event Calendar 2021
June 1, 2021
Just for Fun
When was the last time you went wood tick racing? Yeah, it’s been a long time for us too. But good news! This and other events are just around the corner, and Dotty Brothers has put together the perfect calendar so you don’t miss any of these great Minnesota get togethers. From June to September […]
Thinking of hiring an interior designer for your custom home build?
May 11, 2021
Interior Design
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Here's what to expect Obviously building dream houses or dream remodels is the primary work we do—the company is called Dotty Brothers Construction, after all, but constructing dream houses is only half of our process. Before anything is built, it’s designed. That part of the process is as important as the build and […]
Interior Design: What to do Inside Your Custom Home
April 7, 2021
Interior Design
Planning
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People hear the words “construction” and “build” and immediately their minds go to big equipment, raw materials, power tools—the process of putting up a structure. And they’re right! But our process is called “Design/Build” for a reason, and it’s not just the blueprint of a house. The final design of the interior of your custom […]
Building your new home, a checklist of items.
February 9, 2021
Build Schedule
You’ve decided to build your custom dream home. Congratulations! Now what? We get this question a lot—in fact, almost every time. Enough that we’ve prepared a checklist of things you can start thinking about—or even make decisions about—now that will help your custom home building project all the way through to completion. This checklist can […]
Over 25 Years in the Brainerd Lakes Area
November 2, 2020
About
We’ve lived and worked in the Brainerd Lakes Area for over 25 years, so it shouldn’t be a surprise that we have a deep love for the area. We’ve literally put sweat (and occasionally, some blood – ouch!) into this region. If you already live here, and are considering building your dream home here, congratulations! […]
How Does Dotty Brothers Construction Work With Build Code and Ordinances?
October 29, 2020
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How can I keep up to date with my home build project?
October 9, 2020
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