The 10-Week Door: Why We Refused to Install “Good Enough” In the remodeling business, speed is often the goal. But at Prima Construction, perfection is the goal. A recent project in St. Paul reminded us exactly why we hold that line. The Vision: A Childhood Dream For this homeowner, a “Dutch Door” wasn’t just a functional choice; it…
Most Twin Cities kitchen remodels we see these days follow a familiar pattern: white shaker cabinets, white quartz, and subway tile. It is a classic look, and we love building it. But sometimes, a client asks for bold. For this project in Roseville, the homeowner—a professional graphic designer—didn’t want a kitchen that faded into the background. They…
If you look at our website footer, you’ll see a badge we are incredibly proud of: Guildmaster Award with Highest Distinction. We won it in 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024. Then comes 2025. The badge isn’t there. Did our quality drop? Did we stop caring? No.We stopped working. And honestly? I have never been prouder of a decision….
The age-old advice should be updated from “get three bids” to “interview three contractors and determine who you can trust and communicate with”!
Why we recommend replacing old plumbing during your remodel. As a contractor specializing in older homes in Minneapolis and St. Paul, I’ve seen just about everything hiding behind a wall. One of the most common—and problematic—surprises is finding old, galvanized steel pipes. When we open up a wall for a bathroom remodel and find these,…
Working on a classic 1908 home in St. Paul’s historic Portland Avenue district is always a privilege. These homes are true beauties, but updating them requires a special kind of expertise. This 3/4 hall bath project is a perfect example of how we navigate the unique challenges of historic properties to create stunning, modern spaces….
2026 Minneapolis kitchen remodel costs are live (we are booked into 2026). Real local ranges, timelines, and what drives price in older Twin Cities homes. Grab the updated PDF guide and get a budget range for your house today. Click here for the updated 2026 cost guide Click here to see details on other recent…
Kitchen remodels aren’t just HGTV-like montages (but we have one). They’re planning, permits, engineering, and clean execution. On this project we removed a load‑bearing wall to open the kitchen, installed a new LVL header, and added a structural post on a new basement footing. We’re a woman‑owned and operated contractor; Kim led the structural scope…
As the owner of Prima Construction, I had the privilege of being hands-on in breathing new life into a bathroom in Edina, MN. This project was a heartening experience in bathroom remodeling, embodying our shared passion at Prima for crafting spaces that beautifully merge style and utility. The focal point of this bathroom remodel is…
The benefits of having my own in house crew means a lower risk for my clients. It is also a big benefit because I am completely in control of both quality and scheduling. I oversee every detail of the job, so I can confidently promise high-quality craftsmanship.