The Builderโ€™s Blog

  • Is it Better to Add a Second Story or Build Out?

    Looking to expand your liveable space? If you love your home and want to make even more out of your space, an addition is the way to go.ย  But then you have a big question to answer: go up, or [...]

    August 19, 2024

    illustration of a house with 2nd story rendering
  • 5 cool ways to modernize your outdated office space

    If youโ€™ve been using the same office space or commercial building for more than a decade, itโ€™s probably time to [...]

    November 26, 2019

  • The good of wood: 12 advantages of hardwood floors

    Thereโ€™s nothing quite like the rich, timeless beauty of a hardwood floor, and thatโ€™s why demand continues to grow for [...]

    Residential remodeling project in the Twin Cities by Titus Contracting featuring eat-in dining room and kitchen upgrades.

    November 19, 2019

  • St. Paul Summit Hill renovation: From historic boiler house to contemporary haven

    Renovating a historic home to have contemporary elements can be a challenge for any builder โ€” especially when regulations control [...]

    Residential home remodel of historic brick home in Twin Cities, MN finished by Titus Contracting design-build team.

    November 12, 2019

  • Marvelous mudrooms: 6 tips before getting started

    If youโ€™re building or renovating a home, a mudroom may not be at the top of your priority list when [...]

    Residential home entryway remodel from Titus Contracting includes a stylish built in bench, coat rack and upper storage.

    November 5, 2019

  • Remodeling your basement for entertaining: 9 key design tips

    Perhaps because we spend more time inside than others during our long winters, we Minnesotans tend to appreciate our cozy [...]

    Kitchen bar remodel by Titus Contracting in the Twin Cities, MN

    October 29, 2019

  • Both roomy and right: Titus aces accurate add-on to centennial home

    When it comes to adding on to older homes, itโ€™s all too easy to get the style, color, materials and/or [...]

    Titus Contracting builds addition on historical brick home in the Twin Cities, MN area.

    October 22, 2019

  • Dining dilemma? 5 great eat-in kitchen ideas for your home

    When it comes to home improvement, Americans tend to prioritize renovations to their kitchens above changes to any other room. [...]

    Open-concept contemporary kitchen completed by Titus Contracting in the Twin Cities, MN area.

    October 15, 2019

  • The Aloha Monkey experience: Renowned tattoo shop gets stellar new setting

    When youโ€™re building a new headquarters for an accomplished artist, you can expect a lot of creative input into the [...]

    Burnsville, MN tattoo shop interior commercial renovation completed by Titus Contracting.

    October 8, 2019

  • Categories: Tips

    Need more living space? Consider a second-story addition

    Wish you had more room in your present house? Depending on where you live, your best option may be adding [...]

    Upper level addition in the Twin Cities completed by Titus Contracting design-build team.

    October 1, 2019

  • Commercial: 7 tips for creating an inviting lobby

    Let's talk about lobbies. Does anyone else notice how they've been evolving lately? Time was, a lobby in a commercial [...]

    Modern corporate office renovation in the Twin Cities

    September 24, 2019

  • Residential: 7 ways to make your home more eco-friendly and energy-efficient

    With climate change in the news every day, more and more people are thinking about doing their part to make [...]

    Residential kitchen and dining room remodel by Titus Contracting includes a large built-in refrigerator and large eat-in center island.

    September 17, 2019

  • Minnesota home owners’ guide to remodeling: What you need to know about the home remodeling process

    You've decided to remodel your home. Great! Whether you're getting your castle ready to sell for top dollar or finally [...]

    Residential kitchen remodel by Titus Contracting in the Twin Cities, MN includes fresh and modern white cabinets, granite countertops and wood flooring with stainless steel appliances in an open floorplan.

    September 10, 2019