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Crystal Kitchen Center has been awarded for the second year in a row the runner up for Remodeler of the year 2005. From the Builder Association of the Twin Cities.

Your invited to "Secrets of a Chef" at Crystal Kitchen Center

Crystal Kitchens invites you to join us for an afternoon or evening of culinary inspiration as we welcome Doug Huemoeller, owner of Kitchen Window and Daniel Darvell, the executive chef at Kitchen Window's Cooking School and Event Center. They will demonstrate five fundamental techniques and share
insider tips that will help take your cooking to the next level. Learn how the right technique, the right equipment and the freshest food make a huge difference in the final dish.

They will prepare a tasty menu as they show us how to pan fry, sear, sauté, braise and roast. Techniques that are the building blocks of good cooking. They will discuss when and how to use these methods, and also show how different equipment produces different results.

You'll leave with a better understanding of these culinary fundamentals, and tasty new recipes. The menu includes the ultimate peppercorn steak served with foiegras sauce, succulent short ribs, juicy seared scallops, savory sautéed vegetables and a creamy spring risotto.

Whether you are just discovering the kitchen, are a casual cook, or a serious cook looking  for some new ideas, this two-hour class is a great way to start adding to your culinary talents.

Bring a guest and receive an autograph cookbook "Garden County" by John Michael Lerma

When: May 12, 2009
Time: 11:00am - 1:00pm OR 6:00pm-8:00pm
Where: Crystal Kitchen Center
Seats are limited. Please RSVP for the time spot you desire 763-544-5950


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Designer Day

When: Tuesday June 2, 2009 1-3pm
Where: Crystal Kitchen Center Showroom

You are invited to "English Tea" and experience the CKC Showroom.

If you are not able to attend our ASID Lunch and Learn "So you want to do Kitchens-Top 10 Kitchen Design Mistakes" on May 28 we will repeat the program from 2-3pm on June 2.
We Hope you'll bring a guest or client that might be remodeling a kitchen, bathroom office, laundry, lower level, outdoor kitchen or entertainment center.

We are also hosting art Andes textiles of Peru. Rugs that use hand spun and dyed yarns from alpaca and sheep's wool will be on display.  Also see the weaver demonstrate the hand woven techniques on a hand loom. Enjoy seeing the beauty and workmanship of these extremely durable rugs.

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Culinary Garage Sale at Crystal Kitchen Center

When: July 30, 2009, 8-5 & July 31, 2009, 8-4

Les Dames d'Escoffier is having a Culinary Garage Sale in the Crystal Kitchen Center parking lot the proceed will support 2 charities The Scholarship Program provides funds to qualified female applicants for beginning, continuing or specialty education at accredited culinary schools in Minnesota. Recipients are selected based on strength of application, personal references, skills and merit.

The Eastside Children's Garden Project started in 1996 when the community Design Center of Minnesota planted a garden on an empty corner on St. Paul 's East Side . The project's goal was to help children become part of community life and to develop skills around food and the environment that would serve them for life. The children also learn how to make a variety of products using the vegetables, herbs and flowers that they have grown. The project now operates seven gardens, where children learn how to tend the gardens and see the results of their caring labor. They learn about health, nutrition, the environment, job and career opportunities and working as a team in the community. For more information on the Project, call (651) 228-7073.

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Kitchen Remodeling: Creating a functional kitchen
Certified kitchen designer Jolynn Johnson will share her secret recipes for ensuring your kitchen remodel addresses all your needs and wishes. You will take a peek at the latest in kitchen trends and find insight into maximizing storage and counter space, using different lighting options and selecting appliances. Jolynn helps you capture your personal style through design, resulting in a remodeled kitchen that meets your needs and exceeds all expectation. This class is geared toward people who are considering a kitchen remodel.

Kitchen Window Series Seminars
Sunday January 13, 2008 1-3 p.m.
Seminar to be held at Kitchen Window
3001 Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, MN.
Cost: $15 per person.
Call Kitchen Window to reserve your space (612) 824-4417

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  In the Media:  

Summer 2009 Better Homes and Garden "Bath Water Savers" Jolynn Johnson gives tips on saving water in a bathroom

Spring 2009 Better Homes and Garden "Going Green" Jolynn Johnson gives tips on how to go eco-friendly in the kitchen

February 2009 Midwest Home Magazine " Val Stuessi's Keyes kitchen was featured with what could happen when walls are removed

January 2009 Midwest Home Magazine " A recipe for fun in the kitchen" Jolynn Johnson's Grover kitchen was featured for it's unique color combination.

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Winter 2008 Country's Best Log Homes Magazine "Tips to cutting costs" Jolynn Johnson gave some insight how can you have it all in your kitchen, but keep costs inline.

December 2008 Home Improvement Magazine "Val Stuessi award winning Keyes family room remodeling project" and "Making Space" the Buller kitchen was featured with what can be done in a small space.

October 2008 Remodeling Magazine "Seminars in Showroom"

Fall/Winter 2008 Spaces "Open Kitchen" story on our 2008 fall remodelers showcase, what tearing down walls can do to help transform the space into a great place to cook and entertain

July 2008 Home Improvement Magazine "The Scoop on Surface Selection Countertops Types, Tips and Trends" Araya Jensen gives insight on new counter top materials.

June 2008 Kitchen & Bath Design News "Pouring it on" Jolynn Johnson provided knowledge about incorporating wet bars into a remodel.

June 2008 BobVila.com "Driven by Design" Araya Jensen was interviewed in this special series about appliances

Summer 2008 Better Homes and Gardens "Budget Basics" Araya Jensen gives some planning tips so you can make your kitchen makeover a reality.

May 2008 Midwest Homes Magazine "Showrooms"

May/June 2008 Eco Special magazine, "How to live eco responsibly at-home" Jolynn gave tips for the kitchen and bathroom.

Spring 2008 Kitchen Makeover Magazine, Gives readers an idea of what it cost to do a kitchen makeover with general price range for each major element of a kitchen

March 2008 Edina Magazine, Our fall Remodelers Showcase of 2007 is being featured with the kitchen and family room remodel to this 1930's colonial home in the Country Club area of Edina. Val Stuessi, CKD was the designer of both projects.

January 2008 Homestyle Magazine, "Mind's of their Own" CKC designer Araya Jensen, CKD, offered tips on today's showerheads are experience-oriented, preference-based, eco-responsible devices that aim to please."

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November 2007 Midwest Home Magazine, "Does Building Green Cost More?" CKC designer Araya Jensen, CKD, helped answer the question that in the long run it saves money

November 2007 Spaces Magazine, "Counter top Punch" Kitchen surfaces hit their stride. Granite, tile, quartz, laminate - Which is right for you?

October 2007 Midwest Home, "Arty and Airy" featuring Jolynn's award winning Grover kitchen

Fall 2007 Furniture & Interiors,  "Crystal-Clear Vision" Designing a functional kitchen and why working with a professional kitchen and bath firm and remodeling company can make the projects go smoothly and save money.

July 2007 Twin Cities Home Improvement Magazine, "Remodeling Guide 2007" Your step-by-step renovation resource: Click Here

June 2007 Remodeling Magazine, "Job Cost Focus" Jolynn was interviewed on tips and techniques for creating accurate estimates

June 2007 Minneapolis/St Paul magazine, Cover Story of Remodeling Guide

June 2007 Kitchen and Bath Business magazine, "Maximizing Space"

May 2007 Midwest Home magazine, "Crystal Kitchen Center new showroom"

April 2007 Pioneer Press Newspaper, "Counter Punch"

March 2007 Remodeling magazine, "No Surprise, How do you set client expectations for schedule delays".

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December 2006 Kitchen and Bath Design News magazine, "Bigger and Better for Full-Service Showroom"

October 10, 2006 St Paul Pioneer Press, profiled Remodelers Showcase

October 2006 Minneapolis/St Paul magazine, profiled the Efficient Kitchen

October 2006 Kitchen Bath Business, profiled Jolynn Johnson's Top Product Picks

September 2006 Minneapolis/St Paul magazine, profiled LifeStyle Kitchen Trends

June 2006 "MPLS.ST.PAUL" magazine profiled Jolynn Johnson, CMKBD and top 6 remodelers in the twin cities.

Eledman Productions is filming a bathroom remodeling show, designed by
Jolynn Johnson, Liz Schupanitz and Patty Carter to be aired in the fall.

May 2006 "Remodeling" magazine Jolynn Johnson and Crystal Kitchen Center Remodelers Big50 for 2006.

April 2006 "Professional Remodeler" magazine profiled Crystal Kitchen Center

February 2006
"Remodeling" magazine builder profile of Jolynn Johnson, CMKBD

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CKC has been inducted to the Remodeling Big50 for 2006. The annual award from
Remodeling Magazine recognizes 50 companies throughout the nation who have set the standard for professionalism and integrity through smart marketing, exemplary business practices, unique design and extraordinary impact on their community or industry at large."

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