Large, minimalist bathroom with gray tiling, walk-in-shower, and freestanding bathtub.

NKBA | KBIS Releases Annual 2026 Bath Trends Report

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...
Arhaus exterior rendering at Galleria Edina

Arhaus Expands and Opens at Galleria Edina

If you’re looking for some home decor inspiration in the west metro, keep an eye out for Arhaus’ new luxury furniture showroom at Galleria Edina, which opens Friday, November 21. Arhaus, previously in a smaller...
The Great Room in Sapphire Summit gives way to sweeping views of snowy mountains.

A Montana Home Redefines Mountain Living

Photos by Cara Lemmage || Interior Design by Gemhaus Design || Architecture by Faustini Art || Build by Bear Mountain BuildersWhen Minnesota native Alissa Ochs, founder and principal designer at luxury real estate development and...

Yond Interiors Debuts New Furniture Collection Brunel

Custom, colorful, and full of character, Yond Interiors’ new furniture collection, Brunel, launches Nov. 13 and brings the beauty of cherished antiques to timeless pieces. The brainchild of Creative Director Julia Miller and Lead...
The Keep is a new exhibition at Prospect Refuge Gallery

Prospect Refuge Gallery Opens ‘The Keep’ Exhibition

Prospect Refuge Gallery, founded earlier this year by interior designer Victoria Sass of Prospect Refuge Studio, showcases objects designed for living environments, presented in a curated gallery setting. The gallery’s latest exhibition is from...
Packed with custom cabinetry, the kitchen is the heart of the home. The warm oak island, accented by Ormandy pendant lights from Rejuvenation, anchors the space and provides contrast with the walls and millwork, painted in Benjamin Moore’s creamy Swiss Coffee shade.

Enduring Elegance: A Timeless and Functional Kitchen Remodel

When it comes to remodels, one of the most common requests from homeowners is for their new space to feel timeless. When a local couple in Medina reached out to Katie Kath, creative director...
This home art studio has natural light and thoughtfully selected furniture pieces to provide an inspiring creative haven.

7 Home Specialty Rooms for Hobbyists

Customization is key to infusing personality into home projects, whether they be remodels or new builds. But you can take this idea to the next level by intentionally creating spaces that cater to your...
Silhouette is Benjamin Moore's pick for 2026.

The 2026 Color of the Year Announcements (So Far)

It’s that time of year! Major brands in the design industry are releasing their predictions for next year’s trending color. To keep all of the information in one place, we’ve rounded up all of...
Grouping of Anne McDonald Limited-Edition Pillows

Limited-Edition Pillow Collection Spotlights Vintage Fabrics

Sometimes decor makes more than just a statement—it tells a story. Take a throw pillow, for example. It could just add a pop of color. Or, it could start a conversation about the Civil...
Rob Hull, president and principal designer at JMAD, shows off the architectural firm’s high-tech virtual reality equipment in its Minneapolis office.

How JMAD Uses Immersive Virtual Reality to Visualize Projects

Your new house hasn’t been built yet, but you’re already there—standing in your future living room. You glance out the window and catch the same sweeping view you’ll one day wake up to. Thankfully,...
Organic and earthy aesthetics are in for 2026, and natural light in kitchens is a high priority.

NKBA | KBIS Releases Annual 2026 Kitchen Trends Report

The National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA | KBIS), the world’s leading trade association for the $230 billion kitchen and bath industry representing nearly 55,000 North American kitchen and bath industry professionals, has released...
The new newel posts installed in the completed entry foyer.

Artisan Spotlight: Crafting Statement Pieces With Minnesota Woodcarver Erik Wyckoff

With nearly 30 years of experience designing and building custom, hand-carved doors, mantels, and furniture, Minnesota woodcarver Erik Wyckoff brings unparalleled skill that can make a project sing.Originally inspired by woodcarvings in historic homes...

Red Cow Reimagined: Inside the Upgraded Minneapolis Locale

Photos by Emma Enebak  Gone are the days of bright red leather booths and cowhide accents—Red Cow’s North Loop restaurant has entered a new era with a Baja California-inspired aesthetic, courtesy of the designers at...

New Book: ‘New View Midwest’

Minnesota architects are getting well-deserved recognition with the release of “New View: A Curated Visual Gallery – Twenty Magnificent Homes by Midwest Architects,” published by Beth Buckley of benton buckley books. The newest installment...

Fall Recipe: Pumpkin & White Bean Soup

Introduction by Katelyn Bloomquist | Recipe by Shelly Westerhausen WorcelSomething about fall insists we trade our busy calendars for comfort—and at Midwest Design, we won’t argue. For some, that comfort starts with pulling out...

A Whimsical Playroom Project by Simple Finesse

Photos by Wing Ho  When Roderick and Sia Varh of Minneapolis architecture, design, and build firm Simple Finesse began a full basement finish for a client in Newport, they had no idea how far the...

Celebrate Food & Tradition With ‘Kitchens of Hope’

“Kitchens of Hope” by University of Minnesota Press brings together recipes and memories from American immigrants who hail from more than 30 countries and come from vastly varied circumstances. From Vietnamese pho to Ukrainian...

More Than a House: Custom Home Features That Elevate Everyday Living

A custom home isn’t just a house—it’s a chance to create spaces that match your passions, from indoor sport courts and high-tech golf simulators to serene spa zones and tucked-away sculleries. This tailored approach...

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