Interiors

Interior designer Bridget Chirigos opens the DesignBar in Wayzata for DIYers, the budget-conscious, and anyone with spaces in need of sprucing up

Photos courtesy Interior Impressions“Oftentimes, there will be nerf footballs flying through the room,” mused Amy Leferink’s client, who has three boys and a dog. “Nothing can be super expensive, because I don’t want to...

Photos provided by Benjamin LeathamUsing salvaged and reclaimed locally sourced woods from Minnesota, master woodworker Benjamin Leatham produces turned bowls and kitchen tools worthy of a gallery but fit for everyday use. After a...

 Smell is one of the most powerful senses. They can send us back to a moment in time, remind us of a memory, or evoke powerful emotions. In fact, they can be the key...

As children growing up in the botanical bounty of the Midwest, many of us can remember playing with flowers, herbs, and lots of weeds for our make-believe games. In her new book, Botanical Baking,...

Photos by Marit Williams Photography  Homeowners are seeking to spunk up their spaces, and kitchens are no exception. In fact, the concept of the “eclectic kitchen” is rising the ranks on social media, with searches...

The world of interior design is seeing a rise in the popularity of brushed wall treatments. From French Wash and limewash to Venetian plaster, these types of textured finishes add complexity and movement to...

For thousands of gift givers across our snowy state, a trip to a local holiday market or boutique is a given. Expect to find the perfect gift for the pickiest of people at these...

Photos courtesy of LiLu InteriorsVintage and sustainably sourced furniture has taken center stage in the world of interior design, but there is another option that often gets overlooked. Rather than investing in “new” old...

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...

Photos courtesy of Benjamin MooreBenjamin Moore is going blue for 2024. Inspired by the beauty of space and the night sky, this year’s captivating color blends hues of blue and violet for a soft,...

Wild mushrooms, smoked fish, ember-roasted corn, beet butter, wilderness bars: Just fanning through this new cookbook, “The Steger Homestead Kitchen: Simple Recipes for an Abundant Life,” conjures images of foraging and farming among the...

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Photos by David EllisWhat do you get when you combine 100 hours of meticulous work with 45,000 strips of folded paper? The answer is one of Toni Glotter-Dachis’ PaperCuts, works of art constructed from...

As homeowners are increasingly craving privacy and solace within their homes, trends are shifting away from expansive, open-concept layouts and toward more separate, intentional spaces. With this shift comes a renewed appreciation for the...

Photos provided by AssoulineIn the wake of 2022, two design trends are here to stay: Coffee table books are still ever-so popular, and the iconic Art Deco era—an early 20th-century movement with a resulting...

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...

Whether you need a wall-mounted bottle opener, a “stainbow” Minnesota sign, or a wooden portrait of a furry friend, Hagen and Oats has you covered when it comes to wood-based crafts.Nikki Hollerich and Anna...

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...

Cabins can be located anywhere—on a peaceful lake, off a dirt road in the woods, or hidden in the middle of nowhere. Regardless, the typical purpose of a cabin is to escape daily routine...