Meet the Team - Erin Tadych

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Introducing Erin Tadych, our Purchasing Manager here at Zehnder Homes.  She is responsible for ordering material & pricing options for our clients, as well as assisting Debi in Interior Design.  In 2004, she earned her Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Interior Design and minor in Construction Management at UW-Stout.

Erin has come to Zehnder Homes with experience in real estate and design for both commercial and residential.  Erin has been the perfect addition to our team! Fun fact: Erin started with Debi Meyers at the beginning of her career!

Get to know Erin a little better...

Name/Nickname: Erin

Where I’m from: I live with my husband and 3 girls and dog in Saint Michael, MN.

Favorite thing about my job:  It is never the same day.  Custom home building allows things to be unique and the clients bring their own vibe, and the process of collaborating makes it fun!

My favorite housing trend currently: Simplifying

Favorite food: I am celiac so eating gluten free can be challenging but fun when you find a really good gf pizza or dish.

What are 3 things you can’t live without? Completely cliché, but my family and friends, the cabin and my phone 😊

When I’m not working, you’ll find me…chauffeuring kids to soccer or cheer, hanging out with friends and family, watching Netflix, and in the summer, enjoying nights on the deck with my husband listening to music.  

Spring 2023 - Parade of Homes

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Home Design Trends on the Rise in 2023

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A look into this years trending Home Designs!

Built-Ins

Custom Built-In Cabinets for Storage and a Finished Look

Living Rooms

Home Offices

Connection to the Outdoors

For Natural Outdoor Light and Maximum Views

Porches

Wallpaper

Bold Colors and Patterns

Dining Rooms

Powder Bathrooms

Bedrooms

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Bathing Experiences

Dual Shower Heads

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Modern Rustic Living Rooms

Rugged and Cozy

Natural Stone Fireplaces

Wood Beams

Wood Cabinets

White Oak

Kitchen Cabinets

Red Oak

Lower Level Bar

Knotty Alder

Dining Room

Clear Alder

We can’t wait to show you more of what this year has in progress!

Meet the Team - Rob Zehnder

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Rob began working for Zehnder Homes in 2015 after graduating from Gustavus Adolphus College, with a degree in Business Management. As Purchasing Manager, he is responsible for ordering of material & pricing options for our clients. Rob has built rapport with our subcontractors & suppliers over the years & works closely to answer questions and insures selections are communicated to the field. He is always there to lend a hand on-site, and in the office.

Get to know Rob a little bit more…

Name/Nickname: Robert/Rob

Job Title: Purchasing Manager

Where I’m From: Truman MN - I graduated from Gustavus.

Favorite thing about my job: Seeing new trends and new ideas. I like being a part of building something special to our clients.

My favorite housing trend currently: Reclaimed material

Favorite Food: Steak, biscuits and gravy, milk, cheese

What are four things you can’t live without? My truck, dairy products, weekends, & my dog Smokey

When I’m not working, you’ll find me… Working on my house, at the lake, spending time with friends, family, and my wife, Sara.

Meet the Team - Paul Wolfe

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Introducing Paul Wolfe, one of our Production Supervisors here at Zehnder Homes. Paul comes to Zehnder Homes with over 40 years of residential construction and owned his own framing company for 18 of those years.

Get to know Paul a little better...

Name/Nickname: Paul / My friends call me “Wolfe”

Where I’m from: Andover, MN

Favorite thing about my job: I enjoy working with our clients and helping them achieve their custom dream home. Being challenged and driven to managing the job from start to finish and seeing the excitement and joy in our clients is why I do what I do!

Best housing trend currently: Fabricated stair railings

Favorite food: Freshly caught walleye and my wife’s homemade lasagna

What are 3 things you can’t live without? Growing my faith, spending time with my family, and of course hockey (I play twice a week and love watching my son play at Bemidji State)

When I’m not working, you’ll find me…. Going for walks, biking, fishing, boating, and playing hockey.

Paul (on the right) and his family

Paul’S daughter not pictured above

Meet the Team - Loren Petrich

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Introducing Loren Petrich, one of our Production Supervisors here at Zehnder Homes.  He makes sure all of his projects are built to code, to specifications, and to Zehnder Homes standards, as well as to make sure they stay on schedule.

Loren has come to Zehnder Homes with over 40 years of experience in residential construction. He had his own company for 28 years framing single family homes and townhomes, as well as a home building company for 10 years.

Get to know Loren a little better...

Name/Nickname: Loren

Where I’m from: I was fortunate to grow up living on a lake and attended high school in St. Cloud, MN.

Favorite thing about my job:  I enjoy turning people’s dreams into reality and conquering the many challenges that come with construction management.  I have seen many changes in this industry; it keeps changing and always will!

Favorite food: Prime Rib

What are 3 things you can’t live without?  My amazing wife Jean of 33 years, three daughters and their spouses, three grandchildren, spending time at the cabin in Northern Minnesota, and archery hunting.

When I’m not working, you’ll find me…at the cabin hunting, fishing and relaxing.  I enjoy spending time with my three grandchildren – what a blessing they are!

Loren (fifth from left) and his family

Meet the Team - Amanda Renner

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Introducing Amanda Renner, our Office Manager here at Zehnder Homes.  She is responsible for all things accounts receivable and payable and keeps our office running smoothly.

Amanda has come to Zehnder Homes with over 17 years of experience in business, accounting, and office management in the construction industry.  In 2010, she also earned her bachelor’s degree in Business Administration at Metropolitan State University.

Get to know Amanda a little better...

Name/Nickname: Amanda

Where I’m from: I was born in St. Paul, MN but just recently moved out west and loving my new town in St. Michael, MN.

Favorite thing about my job:  Being an integral part of the home building process and getting to see the houses from beginning to end!

My favorite housing trend currently: Oversized lighting fixtures and lantern chandeliers

Favorite food: Mexican

What are 3 things you can’t live without? My husband, coffee, sriracha sauce and being outdoors.

When I’m not working, you’ll find me… traveling, kayaking, fishing, camping, and going up north.

Home Design Trends of 2021

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A look into this years trending Home Designs!

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Light Wood Kitchen Cabinets

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Herringbone or Chevron Pattern Tiles

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Shades of Gray & Charcoal

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Sconce Lighting

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Large Showers

& oversize rectangular tiles.

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Stacked Tile Patterns

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Relaxing F

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Work Nooks

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Zellige Tile

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We can’t wait to show you more of what this year has in progress!

Meet the Team - Kris Pierro

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Introducing Kris Pierro, our Project Coordinator here at Zehnder Homes.

Kris comes to Zehnder Homes with over 15 years of experience in project and account management.

Get to know Kris a little better...

Name/Nickname: Kris

Where I’m From: Wausau, Wisconsin

Favorite thing about my job:
I love being involved in multiple projects and establishing strong, trusting relationships with people.

My favorite housing trend currently: Non-white kitchens with bold colors.

Favorite Food: Italian- I love pasta!!!

What are 3 things you can’t live without? My husband, suspense novels and biking

When I’m not working, you’ll find me…. biking with my husband on regional trails or playing with my dog, Scout.

Kris with her husband, Dave and dog, Scout.

Kris with her husband, Dave and dog, Scout.

Fall 2020 Parade of Homes - Last Weekend!

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Spring Parade Home - Highlights 2020 Design Trends

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Our 2020 Spring Parade Home is also the first home in our Bird Song development. This house has a lot of style and many eye-catching patterns and trends throughout!

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Fun Bathroom Designs & Patterned Everything:

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So many things to love in this bathroom. The unique style light fixture, the dynamic tiles complimented with the black tile and counter tops.

Dark Painted Doors:

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The black garage doors along with the black front door really make a statement with the all white exterior.

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Geometric Patterns:

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The different tile patterns compliment each other in this small space.

Bold Black and White & Return of Black:

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In the lower level bathroom they went bold with the black subway tiles, the white shelves and white penny tile.

Multi-Functional Spaces: The epoxy floor allows the homeowners to use this area for all kinds of activities.

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Free Standing Tubs: Who doesn’t love the look of elegance a free standing tub gives a master bath.

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Crittall Style Windows & Doors-Black Frames: The black frames make every window and door defined and stunning!

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These are just a few of our favorite design trends of 2020.

Below are more of our favorite spaces from our Spring 2020 Parade Home.

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What is your favorite space in this home?

Stuck Inside? Check out some of our Zehnder Homes favorite rooms!

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Here are some of our favorite rooms where we wouldn’t mind being stuck inside.

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Sport Court!

Hanging out and burning energy in a sport court is an obvious choice when having to stay inside!

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Family Room

Especially if you have nice cozy fireplace the family room is a great place to relax, play games or watch a show.

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Back Yard

If it is nice out or even above zero, your yard is a great place to get some fresh air!

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Fitness Room

Even if you don’t have a fitness room any space can be made into a workout area to burn energy and stay healthy. Move your body!

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Porch/Deck Area

For most Minnesotans our porch and deck area are our favorite spaces. Fresh air, sunshine and relaxing are exactly what we need after a long winter of being indoors.

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Master Bathroom

Whether you are a bath or shower person one of the best places to unwind is your master bathroom.

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Office

A lot of us will be spending a good amount of time in our home office. It always helps to have a comfortable set up to be more productive.

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Lower Level

Your lower level might be the family favorite with having the most for everyone to do!

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Laundry Room

This room isn’t everyone’s favorite, but the more organized and clean things are the better you will feel!

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Kitchen

The kitchen is a great place to get creative! Especially if you need ideas to keep your kids entertained.

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Sauna

If you have a room in your house that was made uniquely for you and your family, now is a great time to take full advantage of it!

When you are stuck inside what is your favorite room to spend time in?

Past 2019 Design Trends

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Take a look at the past 2019 design trends used in

our own Zehnder Homes houses.

Eye Catching Fireplaces

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Copper Accents

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Brass Decor

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Bold Geometric Patterns

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Floral Patterns: Wall Paper

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Vintage Lighting

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Matte Finishes

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We look forward to the new 2020 year

and making the latest trends come alive!

New Edina Lot - Available for a Custom Build!

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We've just purchased a beautiful .65 acre, 300' deep, wooded lot in Edina that we are excited to offer to you for a Custom Build!

We wanted to share a few photos of the lot available - just picture your dream home in this setting!

Interested in learning more about this lot, or about building with Zehnder Homes? Give us a call - we'd love to talk with you about how we can make your dreams a reality.

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Contact us today for your private walkthrough of the lot!
Zehnder Homes, Inc.
(763) 204-8114