Artisan Group member Innovative Surfaces fabricated and installed the Golden Sparkle granite countertops for the Homeward Bound project.

Artisan Group member Innovative Surfaces fabricated and installed the Golden Sparkle granite countertops for the Homeward Bound project.

For the seventh consecutive year, Innovative Surfaces in Hastings/Minneapolis, has donated the granite countertop fabrication and installation for the Homeward Bound project, in conjunction with Century College kitchen and bath design students. 

Homeward Bound is a nonprofit organization that houses severely disabled individuals, with around-the-clock caregivers. Century College students design the spaces, and then the students at St. Paul College do the carpentry work, build cabinets and install. 

For this year’s project, Innovative Surfaces installed an 81-square foot Artisan Stone Collection granite kitchen in Golden Sparkle. 

“It is always a rewarding project,” says Margaret Krohn CKD, ASID, Faculty Century College. “We design the kitchens and other spaces to be more functional for the staff and residents. They buy site homes integrated into neighborhoods. We have many items donated for the spaces that need work, such as flooring, countertops, appliances, etc., and are grateful to have sponsors such as Innovative Surfaces. Innovative Surfaces does a lot for our Kitchen and Bath Design program as well.” 

Century College is a local community college with a highly-regarded Kitchen and Bath Design Program, accredited by the National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA). 

“We feel strongly about the goodwill of this organization and the impact it has on the lives of those who otherwise may not be able to afford such modifications to their homes,” says Kellie Akins, co-owner, Innovative Surfaces. “The project provides us a platform to work along with, and gain exposure to, students working to receive certification in the Kitchen & Bath industry.” 

Innovative Surfaces, located at 2620 Industrial Court Hastings, MN 55033, is a wholesale selection center open Monday-Friday 8am to 4:30pm, by appointment. Visit them online at www.innovativesurfaces.com.

Homeward Bound is a non-profit organization that houses severely disabled individuals, with around-the-clock caregivers.