The Best of Biophilic Design: Bringing Nature Indoors

Biophilia is defined as “a hypothetical human tendency to interact or be closely associated with other forms of life in nature.” Amid the hectic pace of everyday life, it’s easy to understand why this...

Treasure Hunting: A Designer’s Guide to Thrifting Must-Haves

Photos by Spacecrafting  Thrifting has become the ultimate pursuit for design lovers looking to discover one-of-a-kind, hidden gems for their space. Seasoned thrifters will tell you it requires patience, persistence, and a keen eye to...

The Art of Tile

Tile is no longer just a practical choice for kitchens and bathrooms but rather a form of artistic expression. From intricate mosaics and murals to creative installations, today’s tile designs have capabilities of bringing...

Designing 2025: Colors, Styles & Motifs to Watch

Some designers have a tried-and-true signature style from which they never stray. The work is unmistakably “theirs” a mile away, leaving no question about the brilliant mind behind the design. Others, however, personify a...

Get the Look: Charming Comfort

Simple elegance meets cozy comfort in this timeless living room designed by Vivid Home. Its striking symmetry seen on each side of the lounge draws the eye to the center, where a tiered chandelier...

10 Powder Rooms Packed With Personality

Honored HeirloomsA thoughtful blend of vintage and whimsical design elements defines this lake home powder room by O’Hara Interiors. Anchoring the space is a beloved antique chest, passed down from the homeowner’s grandmother and...

Room & Board and Gensler Redefine Home Office Design

Photos courtesy of Room & Board/GenslerIn recent years, hybrid and remote work models have become the norm, with 53% of U.S. remote-capable employees working in a hybrid environment, 27% fully remote, and only 21%...

Happy Place Interiors’ Latest Venture: Happy Place Design Club

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...

Breaking Ground: The Fletcher of Linden Hills

Renderings by Locus Architecture  Some things can only be boiled down to fate. That’s how developer Thomas Hertzog, principal of Good Neighbor Homes, describes how he and his business partner and co-developer, Charles Burdick of...

2025 Interior Trend Predictions With Kate Roos Design

Gone are the days of cookie-cutter, one-size-fits-all design. More often, we’re seeing personal styles shine through a curated mix of furnishings and design features that tells a story. From layered patterns and rich textures...

A European-Style Bathroom Makeover by Crystal Kitchen + Bath

Photos by Spacecrafting  After living with a spacious, yet dark and dated bathroom for more than 13 years—replete with a cave-like, dropped-ceiling shower tucked behind a narrow brick arch—homeowner Susan Sterling was ready for the...

Kashai Zupancich is Authentic at Heart

Photos by Dina KantorKashai Zupancich was destined to be an attorney—or so she thought. Although straight A’s came naturally and pre-law courses were at first a flawless fit, she felt a strong pull to...

Cool Takes on Hot Drinks

Photos by Gyorgy Papp Fuyu Hot Toddy Among the most universal of the hot alcoholic drinks, the Hot Toddy originated around 1862 and featured a simple recipe of brandy, white sugar, and hot water—a mixture that...

NEW BOOK: ‘The Ultimate Minnesota Cookie Book’

“The Ultimate Minnesota Cookie Book,” a 328-page collection of award-winning recipes from two decades of the Star Tribune’s holiday cookie contest, mixes beautiful photographs, tips, essays, and insights for expert and novice bakers alike...

3 Local Influencers’ Treasured Holiday Traditions

It’s the morning after Thanksgiving. The air smells crisp, the snow starts falling, and it’s officially time to dig out your oversized bins of holiday decor. Maybe they’re chock-full of hand-me-downs from your grandparents,...

Editors’ Product Picks: Mantels Made Merry

Gorgeous in GreenDitch the hassle of fresh greenery and bring the beauty of nature indoors (minus the mess!) with a durable faux cypress garland. This timeless holiday accessory offers a soft, natural look that...

Danelle Marie Calligraphy at Your Service

Photos courtesy of Danelle Marie Calligraphy  Danelle Erickson of Danelle Marie Calligraphy has mastered the majesty of making words look magical with her custom calligraphy services, where the North Pole is the limit for clients...

Pantone Reveals Mocha Mousse as the 2025 Color of the Year

Photos courtesy of Pantone  Pantone has unveiled its highly anticipated Color of the Year for 2025, and it feels perfectly in sync with today’s design trends. Leading up to the announcement, Pantone reminisced on the...

Luxe Gifts Local Designers are Loving This Year

Every year, we’re inevitably asked the same question: What’s on your Christmas list? While it was once easy to rattle off childhood favorites like a Barbie Dreamhouse or Razor scooter, it seems a harder...

Minnesota Furniture Retailers Recognized for Sustainability Initiatives

As the furniture industry continues its efforts to embrace sustainability in production, Minnesota-based companies are paving the way for responsible wood sourcing. In fact, the 2024 Wood Furniture Scorecard, produced by the Sustainable Furnishings...

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