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
  • Small but powerful: 12 ideas for transforming your half bath or powder room

    If your home features half baths (otherwise known as โ€œpowder roomsโ€) you may not have put much thought into decorating [...]

    Small bathroom powder room renovation in Minneapolis, MN featuring white painted brick wall and blue accent wall with upgraded fixtures, installed by Titus Contracting.

    June 25, 2019

  • Split decision? 20 tips for modernizing your split-level home

    If youโ€™re the proud owner of a vintage 1950s- to 1970s-era split-level home, congratulations. The high ceilings, compact designs, functional [...]

    beautiful airy living room

    June 18, 2019

  • 8 key tips to plan for a second-story addition

    If your family needs more space but youโ€™re otherwise happy with your present home, you may have considered building on [...]

    Living room renovation project from Titus Contracting features rustic wooden beams and stone surround fire place.

    June 11, 2019

  • Clever, concealed kitchen storage ideas

    No one ever seems to have enough kitchen storage, no matter the size of your kitchen. Countertops get cluttered with [...]

    Residential kitchen remodel in Twin Cities, MN installed by Titus Contracting featuring eat-in kitchen with large center island and separate buffet with wine cooler and extra storage, completed by Titus Contracting.

    June 4, 2019

  • 4-season porch ideas that every Minnesotan needs

    If you've ever had cabin fever after being cooped up inside during a long Minnesota winter (and who hasn't?) you [...]

    Residential home addition project in the Twin Cities, completed by the design-build team at Titus Contracting.

    May 28, 2019

  • Basement bonanza: 14 considerations when remodeling your lower level

    If youโ€™re thinking of remodeling your basement to expand your living area, you should know that investment could recoup much [...]

    Basement bonanza 14 considerations when remodeling your lower level

    May 20, 2019

  • Dreaming of a spa-like new bathroom? Consider these 7 tips

    Back in the day, your bathroom wasnโ€™t much more than an afterthought when you were designing your home. If your [...]

    Dreaming of a spa-like new bathroom Consider these 7 tips

    May 14, 2019

  • Planning a new addition? Here are 5 key steps to consider

    After thinking long and hard about your family, your living space and your goals for the future, you may have [...]

    Planning a new addition 5 key steps to consider

    May 8, 2019

  • 10 tips: Turning your kitchen vision into remodeled reality

    Dreaming of a spacious kitchen outfitted with everything youโ€™ve always wanted โ€” smart appliances, cleverly concealed storage, marble counters, ample [...]

    April 30, 2019

  • Bring on the sun: 10 building trends Minnesotans can expect for spring

    The spring/summer construction season in Minnesota is shaping up to be a busy time. Thanks to low unemployment, regional housing [...]

    Bring on the sun 10 building trends Minnesotans can expect for spring

    April 8, 2019

  • Choosing Kitchen Appliances Guide

    Titus Contracting Inc. offers homeowners this guide on how to choose the right kitchen appliances for your next twin Cities [...]

    February 26, 2019

  • Upgrading Twin Cities Existing Seasonal Porch

    Upgrading a Twin Cities Existing Seasonal Porch to a New Sunroom Homeowners living in Minneapolis, St. Paul, and the surrounding [...]

    Twin Cities Four-Season Porch Upgrade to a Sunroom

    February 12, 2019