by Skye Kopfmann-McLoughlin | Nov 2, 2023 | Daltile, FAQ, Metal Works, MetalSmith's Designs, Open Air Cabinetry, Outdeco, Outdoor Kitchens, Patio Surfaces, Porcelain Tile, Uncategorized
Yes, you heard it! The luxury of a patio surface right out on your second, third, or even rooftop deck. No more splinters for us! We decided to give this a try! Below is a before photo of our deck with existing (patched) together cedar wood. The previous...
by Skye Kopfmann-McLoughlin | Jul 27, 2023 | FAQ, Pots, Urns & Planters, Tournesol
“Tournesol is French for sunflower” -– and sunflowers symbolize adoration, loyalty, and longevity. We have had the opportunity to partner with Tournesol siteworks since Twisted Elements launched in 2015. We also had the opportunity to visit their...
by Skye Kopfmann-McLoughlin | Jun 21, 2023 | Artist, FAQ, Metal Works, MetalSmith's Designs, Outdoor Furniture, Outdoor Kitchens, Uncategorized
Choices, Choices, and more Choice! Don’t you feel like that is the way it is now, and needless to say it’s great, but so OVERWHELMING! There are so many online retailers, many of them selling the exact same thing with a different name on it. ...
by Skye Kopfmann-McLoughlin | Jun 19, 2023 | Artist, FAQ, Open Air Cabinetry, Outdoor Furniture, Outdoor Kitchens, Showroom, Uncategorized
“Constructed to Hold Up to Mother Nature” – Open Air Outdoor Cabinetry Launches 7 NEW Premium HDPE Wood Grain Finishes! We are so excited to share with you the new HDPE wood grain finishes. What is HDPE and the Benefits? High Density...
by Skye Kopfmann-McLoughlin | May 23, 2023 | Artist, Awards, FAQ, Landscape Companies, Local Contractors, Publications, Shows and Conventions, Uncategorized
We are EXCITED to be a Sponsor for the MIDWEST HOME DESIGN AWARDS this year! We thought we’d make it easier for you to find all the submission details in one place. Click HERE to submit your award winning project and we’ll see ya at the Gala on December...
by Skye Kopfmann-McLoughlin | May 18, 2023 | Artist, County Materials, FAQ, Gardenstone, Landscape Companies, Local Contractors, Metal Works, MetalSmith's Designs, Patio Surfaces, Uncategorized
When we moved offices in 2021 from International Market Square to a new space in Bloomington, Minnesota we gave up the access to beautiful gathering spaces that were in arms reach of our studio. So last summer we were thrilled when our building started working with a...
by Skye Kopfmann-McLoughlin | May 17, 2023 | Publications, Showroom, Uncategorized
How many takes to get the right angle? Well, it took us about 20! We had a great time posing for the photographer that came to our showroom to do headshots for a business profile. It is featured in the Edina Magazine’s May 2023 Issue. It was fairly quick...
by Skye Kopfmann-McLoughlin | Mar 30, 2023 | Artist, FAQ, Fire Feature, Outdoor Low-Voltage Lighting, Patio Surfaces, Statuary, Uncategorized
SO IMPORTANT! Outdoor Lighting not only enhances your beautiful space at night, but it also provides a ton of security and safety from accidents. I think your insurance agent would thank you! Now Let’s Get into WHY?… Doesn’t this photo make you...
by Skye Kopfmann-McLoughlin | Aug 25, 2022 | Artist, FAQ, Fencing, Local Contractors, Outdeco, Uncategorized
We don’t always get the opportunity to see our products installed once they leave our showroom, so it was really exciting when Ande Schneider (Landscape designer) with Heidi’s Lifestyle Gardens shared these finished photos with us! Ande worked her...
by Skye Kopfmann-McLoughlin | Aug 24, 2022 | Artist, FAQ, Fencing, Metal Works, Outdeco, Uncategorized
Hey! It’s been a busy summer of project installations and I finally got out to photograph a few. Since we discovered OutDeco Screens 7 years ago at a trade show, they have exploded into the market. OutDeco continues to improve their products and bring more...
by Skye Kopfmann-McLoughlin | Aug 3, 2022 | Artist, Fire Feature, Gardenstone, Haddonstone, Metal Works, Open Air Cabinetry, Outdeco, Outdoor Furniture, Outdoor Kitchens, Pots, Urns & Planters, Showroom, Statuary, Tournesol, Uncategorized, Water Features
We are CLEARING THE SHELVES and would love to offer you up 50% off items in our warehouse and on our showroom floor! We have several pairs of planters, single unique ones, and a ton of metal and art! Stop in or give Peter a call at the Twisted Elements Showroom in...
by Skye Kopfmann-McLoughlin | Apr 21, 2022 | FAQ, Gardenstone, Haddonstone, Pots, Urns & Planters, Tournesol
It’s that time of year again when we all want to get our planters full of vegetation and color again! Yes, please, no more brown! And please bring on the warmth of the SUNSHINE! Growing season is about to begin again! We wanted to give you some helpful care...
by Skye Kopfmann-McLoughlin | Jan 26, 2022 | Artist, Daltile, Fire Feature, Metal Works, Open Air Cabinetry, Outdeco, Outdoor Furniture, Outdoor Kitchens, Patio Surfaces, Porcelain Tile, Pots, Urns & Planters, Shows and Conventions
We did it! It all came together so nicely… after many negative Covid test ha ha. I wanted to make sure I wasn’t sick or wouldn’t get anyone else sick. Tis’ the season that never seems to go away. It was a smaller expo this year, but was...
by Skye Kopfmann-McLoughlin | Aug 4, 2021 | Outdeco, Shows and Conventions, Uncategorized
Oh, OUTDECO how we have LOVED you ever since we laid eye on you 6 years ago at a Chicago trade show. Peter and I used to call Chicago home, almost 20 years ago, so it only natural we discovered OUTDECO there. We love the city of Chicago and everything it offers. On...
by Skye Kopfmann-McLoughlin | Jun 17, 2021 | Outdeco, Uncategorized
OUTDECO sustainable hardwood composite privacy screens have done it again with beautiful new patterns, colors, and sizes! Now they have a collection of 3 Panel Sizes, 22 Screen Patterns, and 2 Different Colors. Perfect for… Feature Walls Backlit...
by Skye Kopfmann-McLoughlin | May 27, 2021 | Open Air Cabinetry, Outdoor Kitchens
We are exciting to announce that we are NOW carrying a line of OUTDOOR CABINETRY! Featuring mildew & stain resistance, non-fading & low maintenance cabinetry without sacrificing the beauty & luxury. Cabinet customization available with 22 color options,...
by Skye Kopfmann-McLoughlin | Feb 10, 2021 | Showroom
WE MOVED 9721 Valley View Road, Bloomington, Minnesota We are excited to announce our departure (though it was a difficult decision) from International Market Square to a warehouse space in Bloomington, Minnesota. Easy to find us right off of Hwy 169 and...
by Skye Kopfmann-McLoughlin | Aug 26, 2020 | Artist, Fire Feature, Haddonstone, Metal Works, Outdeco, Outdoor Furniture, Pots, Urns & Planters, Statuary
What an incredible summer of warm temps, family, and fun! We had the opportunity in August to hire a photographer and really zone in on our products in their natural environment. We couldn’t have asked for a better night with the warm summer breeze at a serene...
by Skye Kopfmann-McLoughlin | Jan 22, 2020 | Fire Feature, Metal Works, Mirage, Outdeco, Outdoor Furniture, Patio Surfaces, Porcelain Tile, Pots, Urns & Planters, Shows and Conventions
We had a great time at the Northern Green Expo again this year! It’s always great to see new faces and shake hands with old friends. We shared some new products we now carry: Custom Curved-Back Adirondack Chairs Custom Steel Fire Feature on Wheels Stainless...
by Skye Kopfmann-McLoughlin | Jun 13, 2019 | Mirage, Patio Surfaces, Porcelain Tile
The Interlachen Country Club raised patio project is now complete! What a fun project to be part of. Glacial Ridge did a phenomenal job installing the Porcelain Tile. This wasn’t your typical backyard patio. They had to custom cut approximately 1200 square...
