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The Pines + Grain Designs History & Property Timeline

PROPERTY TIMELINE + PINES & GRAIN DESIGNS HISTORY 1876 Northern Pacific owned railroad land near the property and the United States owned the surrounding land for homesteaders. In 1876, N.P. sold portions of the property to Thomas Nelson. In 1880,…

Blain MikkonenMay 11, 2022

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Eye Care Retail Store Build-Out

Starting with client-provided inspiration photos, the Grain Designs team collaborrated with interior design firm Trever Hill Design to create distinguished and distinct display areas custom-built to showcase Aspire Optical's products. Client provided a collection of inspiration photos that would create…

Jonathan CalixDecember 16, 2021

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Combining Aesthetics and Functionality to Elevate Clothing Retail Experience

After building-out three locations for Violet Rowe's sister company, Leela & Lavendar, the Grain Designs team was given the objective of designing and building a space where aesthetics and functionality come together seamlessly. With the requirement of creating furniture and…

Jonathan CalixDecember 16, 2021

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Historic Wood Meets Contemporary Design for Financial Advisors

When NorthStar Financial approached the Grain Designs team to create a unique, memorable, and interesting space that goes beyond the standard financial office design, we knew this project was a good fit for our team. With the added requirement of…

Jonathan CalixDecember 15, 2021

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A Financial Office that Stands Out From the Rest

When Premier Wealth Management prepared for their move to a new office, they had one primary vision: Create an inviting and comfortable space that stands out from the traditional norm of financial advisor offices. Working closely with their team to…

Jonathan CalixDecember 15, 2021

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Restored Law Office

When Panjini Law Offices claimed office space in Fargo’s historic and iconic Ford Building, they came to us needing something special. They wanted a remarkable space that nodded to this history of the building and made their clients feel at-home,…

Kristen KjellbergSeptember 15, 2021

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Second Wedding Venue, Pines Black, Added to Grounds at The Pines

The Pines Wedding and Events (The Pines) completed its construction and opened for business in the fall of 2018. The venue, located in Davenport, N.D., features 8,900 square feet of space for events. The site also features an outdoor wedding…

Blain MikkonenJuly 20, 2021

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Design Guide – Custom Wall Decor & Business Sign

Are you considering a piece of custom wall decor for your home? Or maybe you’re looking for the perfect custom business signage for your office. We will work with you to design your and build your custom sign and bring…

Blain MikkonenJuly 11, 2020

GD Team Tales

NEW Tradition of Gathering Around the Table.

Phil, a lifetime hunter, and fisherman, only recently got into specialty dish cooking after reading the book “A Scavengers Guide to Haute Cuisine”. In that book, the author hunted, fished, and gathered all the ingredients for an entire year, in…

Grain DesignsMay 15, 2020

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Sourcing Reclaimed Wood

When we started Grain Designs in the fall of 2013, our original business plan outlined the use of reclaimed wood as our primary building material. This was a choice for a few reasons...we were architecture students with an appreciation for…

Grain DesignsApril 16, 2020

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Miles to Magnolia – Our Austin, TX Trip

Miles to Magnolia Last month we were able to take a long weekend break from the cold and head south to the warm destination of Austin, Texas. While taking an annual break is important for our company to push the…

Grain DesignsMarch 18, 2020

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Modern Farmhouse, with a Rustic Twist.

Last month, we had the courtesy of bringing a number of design ideas to life for the first time homeowners, Marissa and Gabe Pankonin! Building their home with RCH Custom Homes on the outskirts of Hawley, MN these two had…

Grain DesignsFebruary 28, 2020

The Pines + Grain Designs History & Property Timeline

Eye Care Retail Store Build-Out

Combining Aesthetics and Functionality to Elevate Clothing Retail Experience

Historic Wood Meets Contemporary Design for Financial Advisors

A Financial Office that Stands Out From the Rest

Restored Law Office

Second Wedding Venue, Pines Black, Added to Grounds at The Pines

Design Guide – Custom Wall Decor & Business Sign

NEW Tradition of Gathering Around the Table.

Sourcing Reclaimed Wood

Miles to Magnolia – Our Austin, TX Trip

Modern Farmhouse, with a Rustic Twist.

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