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By Alexei, founder of Loon Cabinetry. Written from our shop in Minneapolis, MN. Most of the bad cabinet stories I hear from new clients start the same way. The previous shop seemed nice. The quote was reasonable. The contract was a single page. Then something went wrong in week 8 and the…

By Alexei, founder of Loon Cabinetry. Written from our shop in Minneapolis, MN. The question I get on almost every first call is some version of “how fast can you do it.” Usually right after the homeowner has been quoted 20 to 24 weeks by a showroom and they think I’m going…

By Alexei, founder of Loon Cabinetry — written from the shop in Minneapolis, MN. A range hood is the one thing in a kitchen that almost nobody plans for in advance, and almost everybody ends up wishing they had. Cabinets get color swatches. Countertops get slabs picked out at the yard. The…

The wet bar is the project people put off the longest and then finish the fastest. Kitchens get planned for a year. Bathrooms get planned for six months. The wet bar gets a “we’ll figure it out when the basement is done” — and then suddenly the drywall is up, the carpet’s…

Whether you’re still working from your kitchen table or you’ve officially claimed the “spare room,” a home office should feel like a sanctuary of productivity—not a cluttered afterthought. Generic desks are fine, but custom built-ins are the secret sauce. They turn awkward corners into functional hubs and make your Zoom background look…

Loon Cabinetry became the best custom cabinet-making company in Minneapolis not by accident. One of the strategies that helped us achieve this goal is the high-quality cabinets we make for our clients. At the early stage of the company, our founder, Alexei, made it his mission to make durability not a luxury…

When you’re dreaming of a kitchen that’s more than just functional — one that reflects your style, your everyday habits, and your unique home — that’s where we come in. At Loon Cabinetry, we build custom kitchen cabinets in St. Paul, MN that elevate your space from good to exceptional. Local Roots,…

St. Paul is a big city, and sometimes it can be hard to find the right company for your needs due to the wide range of listings available online. This can get even more challenging when it comes to picking a cabinetry company for some custom cabinets in your kitchen, living room…

Working from home is a new trend and it’s here to stay no matter what. As a result, home offices became even more popular than ever before. Working from home sounds fun and easy, but productivity can be a challenge in a home setup, that’s why most professionals choose to create their…

Having custom cabinets made is perhaps one of the most exhilarating—and occasionally daunting—phases of remodeling your kitchen or any other area in your home. You’ve likely spent countless hours browsing Pinterest, saving your favorite designs, fantasizing about fully closing drawers and harmoniously arranged storage spaces. Perhaps you’ve even visualized the feeling of…

Let’s be honest — laundry isn’t exactly anyone’s favorite chore. But having a well-organized, good-looking laundry room with custom laundry room cabinets can make a surprising difference. If you’ve ever struggled with cluttered shelves or felt like your laundry area just doesn’t work for your family’s needs, you’re not alone. That’s where…

Custom kitchen cabinets can enhance the aesthetics and value of your home for a worthwhile investment. Custom cabinets provide greater versatility compared to stock cabinetry since they are built to fit your space, style, and provide long-lasting durability. These cabinets are made of solid wood, MDF, or high-end laminate are both functional…

The internet has numerous listings for cabinet makers near Minneapolis, but one company stands out above the rest: Loon Cabinetry. Whether it’s carpentry, custom cabinets, or cabinetry design, we skillfully tackle any challenge because of the experience we’ve garnered throughout the years, cementing our reputation across the Twin Cities. What Makes a…

Adding custom cabinets can undoubtedly enhance your kitchen’s appeal and functionality, as well as your home’s property value. Loon Cabinetry has emerged as the foremost industry leader for expertly crafted and uniquely designed custom cabinetry because of its unmatched quality and local appeal servng national brands. Minneapolis Homes Deserve More Than Standard…