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Join us Wednesday, July 16, from 4-6 p.m. at All Inc.’s new Plymouth showroom for an engaging happy hour designed exclusively for the design-build trade community. Whether you’re a seasoned architect, an up-and-coming designer,...

Minneapolis-based architectural firm Alliiance appoints Mamie Harvey as its new president, marking a milestone in the company’s history. After more than two decades at Alliiance, Harvey’s expertise and servant leadership will now drive the...

Photos courtesy of Saatva  Sleep just got a lot more luxe with the recent opening of Saatva’s first Minnesota storefront in Edina. Sitting at 3,389 square feet, the new viewing room boasts high-tech displays, interactive...

The 2025 Midwest Design Awards is already around the corner, and we’re celebrating in style with an exclusive industry event on Thursday, May 15, at DWELL44 Modern Design Showroom in St. Louis Park. Bringing...

The National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA | KBIS) recently released its 2026 Bath Trends Report, and all signs point to the bath design landscape in a state of flux. The evolution of technology...

Introducing Midwest Design—the region’s premier home and garden publication, now reimagined with a fresh name, revamped approach, and stunning new look. Starting this year, we’re delivering more than just beautiful pages—we’re offering a richer, more...

You know your project deserves its moment in the spotlight, and we know it, too. But first, it needs to meet the deadline: July 31, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. That’s the final day to...

Photos by Chelsie LopezIn today’s design world, having a strong social media presence is just the beginning—turning followers into paying clients is where the real business growth happens. While a perfectly curated grid and...

Photos by Chelsie Lopez  Every so often, things simply fall into place. That’s how it felt for Jennifer Horstman, founder and principal designer of Lenox House Design, when she came across a Deephaven space that...

Photos courtesy of Garvin Homes  A recent statewide poll commissioned by Neighbors for More Neighbors and the Yes to Homes! coalition revealed what many Minnesotans already feel: Housing costs are out of control. 80 percent...

Founder and Principal Designer Sarah Randolph of Randolph Interior Design knows a thing or two about cultivating a loyal client base. Her interior design career spans more than 25 years, taking her from San...

Thomas Fisher, Assoc. AIA, director of the Minnesota Design Center at the University of Minnesota, has been named the 2025 recipient of the AIA/ACSA Topaz Medallion for Excellence in Architectural Education. But this recognition...

 View this post on Instagram  A post shared by Studio Day (@studio_day_design)Studio Day, a Minneapolis-based design firm known for its thoughtful work preserving historic homes, recently celebrated its seventh anniversary—a major milestone for Principal and...

Design-build professionals regularly rely on a vast network of vendors to get the job done—from furniture makers and fabric suppliers to lighting specialists, custom millworkers, and home technology experts. But successful firms aren’t just...

Photos courtesy of Faribault Mill  Just in time for cozy-season shopping, Minnesota’s longest-standing manufacturer, Faribault Mill, is celebrating the grand opening of a new storefront at Galleria Edina on Sept. 18. This second Edina location...

For nearly three decades, House Beautiful’s annual “Next Wave” list has spotlighted emerging talents shaping the future of interior design. Each year, the national publication handpicks a group of designers that represents the best,...

Chris Wylie spent his high school summers helping his uncles build houses for what was then McDonald Homes (now McDonald Remodeling). He joined the staff full time as a carpenter at the age of...

Photos courtesy of Happy Place Interiors  Our homes are our sanctuaries—the places we find comfort and reprieve from the fast pace of life. But creating a space that truly reflects your style and meets...

Featured Projects by Lake Country Builders | Photos by SpacecraftingMore and more homeowners are turning their attention to the front door—literally. Across the Midwest, design-build firms, including Excelsior-based Lake Country Builders, report a surge...

Photos by SpacecraftingA stunning space deserves to be captured just as beautifully as it was built. But photography isn’t just about snapping a picture—it’s about telling a visual story that aligns with your brand...