Choosing the Best for your Home and Garden

readers voted these professionals to the top of our 2023 Best of the Chippewa Valley poll

Thursday May. 4th, 2023

Down to Earth Garden Center, Eau Claire.

BEST GARDEN CENTER

1. Down To Earth and Five & Two Cafe
2. Klinger Farm Market
3. Green Oasis Garden Center

It’s time to get those shovels and seeds ready for their summer home in the dirt. That’s right, it’s gardening time! If you’re looking for our reader’s favorite garden centers in the Valley, make sure to check out Down To Earth Garden Center (6025 Arndt Lane, Eau Claire) with its award-winning landscaping and cozy Five and Two Cafe. Try some homegrown sweetcorn and a whopping 18 greenhouses at the Klinger Farm Market (12756 132nd St., Chippewa Falls). You can get custom Oasis Creations for yourself or a loved one at the Green Oasis Garden Center (1403 122nd St., Chippewa Falls).

BEST HOME CONSTRUCTION

1. C&M Home Builders
2. C&E Wurzer Builders
3. Ashley Construction

Building a home is stressful and time-consuming, so finding a good construction company can make a huge difference. With professional help every step of the way, five-time Best of the Chippewa Valley winner C&M Home Builders (6176 Sandstone Road, Eau Claire) is there for the Eau Claire area. C&E Wurzer Builders (1750 Business Highway 53, Chippewa Falls) is a custom builder carrying on a family construction tradition of more than 50 years. Ashley Construction (17995 120th Ave., Chippewa Falls) is a family-owned builder committed to making your dream home a reality.

BEST INTERIOR DESIGN

1. Brian David Design
2. Lydia’s Interiors
3. House Blend Lighting and Design

Creating your ideal home can require the help of someone with the right expertise and eye for detail. First-time poll winner Brian David Design (Eau Claire) promises to work with clients to create spaces that will help them live better. Lydia’s Interiors (3460 Mall Drive, Suite 4, Eau Claire) – a top three finisher for the past five years – provides professional knowledge as well as in-store lighting and furniture options. Have trouble picturing designs? House Blend Lighting and Design (215 N. Bridge St., Chippewa Falls) uses 3D programing to lay out their vision.