Marian Parsons’ New Book Guides Readers to Create the Home of Their Dreams

Photos and styling by Marian ParsonsMarian Parsons, aka Miss Mustard Seed, has written books before—as well as created fine art, refinished furniture, crafted a beloved blog, innovated product design (including her own line of...

Digitized Dwellings

“Imagine you have a movie stored on your computer, and you want to watch it on your TV in the living room,” prompts Kristin Reinitz, general manager and co-owner at Admit One Home Systems....

Rose Cottage’s European Delight in Afton

Photos by SpacecraftingIn the 40 years that Steve and Debbykay Peterson have lived in their treasured Afton, Minnesota, abode—an 1880 structure built by Swedish immigrants that the couple affectionately call Rose Cottage—they’ve slowly remodeled...

Jamie & Morgan Molitor of construction2style Are Anything But Ordinary

Photos by Wing TaDespite the disappointment that accompanied a layoff in 2011, carpenter Jamie Molitor’s ambition didn’t allow for downtime. Instead, he bought a bank-owned foreclosure in Andover with the sole intention to renovate...

Alexandra Gray Bennett’s Historic Home Has A Handcrafted Touch

Photos by Wing TaYou’d never know Alexandra Gray Bennett hasn’t gotten more than three or four hours of uninterrupted sleep a night for the past eight months—the co-owner of contemporary quilt maker Louise Gray...
A bright and bold book-covered wallpaper steals the spotlight in the playroom.

A Home Makeover Sparked by Style

Photos by SpacecraftingTrends come and go—in interior design, technology, and especially fashion. Sometimes these trends stick around and stay awhile; other times they fizzle out and resurface decades down the road. But when you...
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The Goldstein Museum of Design: Small, But Mighty

When sisters Harriet and Vetta Goldstein arrived at the University of Minnesota in 1912 and 1914, respectively, they brought with them a new educational approach to design developed by their mentor Frank Parsons at...

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...

Artful Gift Giving Begins with Holiday Art Marts

Photos provided  One of Minnesota’s most significant natural resources—local artists—are ready to present their unique home decor, sculptures and paintings, textiles, and jewelry for your holiday shopping delight. Grab a friend and head to one,...

Craft a Floral Wall Hanging: Paisley and Sparrow’s Jen Biswas Tells You How

Photos provided by Jen BiswasJen Biswas, the busy blogger and professional DIYer we spoke with last week about stenciling her powder bath, might be “a crazy plant lady and mom of three who loves...

Nature & Wildlife Call Artist Matthew Krousey to Ceramic Arts

Photos providedMatthew Krousey’s ceramic work is inspired by the wildlife and fauna he sees every day around the woods of his Harris home and studio. His signature stoneware pieces use ash glazes as their...
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Midcentury Madness

Bill and Kara Kurth, owners of Golden Age Design, showcase vintage treasures in new home.

Introducing Renew: Room & Board’s Latest Product Launch

Photos courtesy of Room & Board  Room & Board has long been a prominent name in the world of sustainable design, but with the debut of its latest product—the Renew chair—the Minneapolis-based furniture brand is...

Local Love: Petek Trading Co.

Photos providedSince its inception in 2020, Petek Trading Co. has had a clear mission in mind: Share the work of small artisans in Turkey with people in the U.S. to recognize their work and...

Martha O’Hara Interiors’ Flash Sale Continues

Designer's Flash Sale for June only includes furniture and accessories at 60 percent off.

Wine Rooms That Wow

The art of entertaining is all about setting the scene, and few spaces capture that quite like an old-world wine room. Whether hosting a tasting, savoring a prized vintage, or simply enjoying a nightcap...

Cabinetry Craze: 3 Ideas to Spruce Up Your Cabinets

Clear Off the CountersInspired by its clients’ former home designed by renowned late architects Elizabeth and Winston Close, Albertsson Hansen Architecture and Interior Design chose a warm walnut wood—an increasingly popular choice in today’s...
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Best Twin Cities Shopping Neighborhoods 2014 Edition

Looking for the best vintage, modern, or traditional styles? This guide break down the Twin Cities neighborhoods by design styles.

This Lowry Hill Townhome Channels Classic Ralph Lauren

Photos by Wing HoWhen Annie Waters was ready to refresh the interior of her townhouse, she drew inspiration not from Instagram or Pinterest, but from her own life and memories. And because Waters is...

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