Interiors

For nearly two decades, Margaret Krohn has been an influential force in Minnesota’s kitchen and bath design scene. With a strong reputation among the National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA) Minnesota chapter members as...

Small Kitchen 1st Place Function for Flynn Kate Roos | Leah Dunne Kate Roos DesignThis 38-year-old home was in dire need of a refresh to give it a modern feel, improved functionality, and durable finishes—all to withstand the...

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 courtesy of International Market Square  With over 40 consumer-facing and designer-exclusive showrooms, International Market Square (IMS) wasn’t always a hoppin’ design hub. Built in 1905, the building originally housed one of the largest textile...

People are not one-dimensional, neutral, nor boring—we are multifaceted beings, colorful, and exciting. Therefore, to make our house a home, our spaces should reflect who we are. A trend commonly referred to as “dopamine...

Photos by Rubinski VisualStep into the enchanting world of Diane Galatowitsch and Libby Due, two lawyers who recently embarked on a journey to revamp their outdated 1914 kitchen. Fueled by their passion for art...

Photos courtesy of Bokser HomeWith the Midwest temperatures quickly cooling down, you might be thinking of ways to cozy up your interior spaces. Luckily, a Minnesota-local bedding brand offers numerous solutions. Founded by Ed...

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,...

Perched above the rolling emerald hills of Stillwater Country Club and only minutes from the community’s historic downtown, an expansive 5,592-square-foot abode—dubbed “Modern Brick House”—by Divine Custom Homes beckons as a haven for both...

Photos by Dina KantorAs a youngster growing up in Bloomington, Minnesota, multimedia artist Brandi Kole spent her after-school hours watching her grandmother sew. Kole’s grandmother made hundreds of quilts she donated to nursing homes...

Photos courtesy of Brooke & Lou 1. Sweet Ditsy Floral DishThis ceramic catchall dish ($40) ensures even small household items can have a place to call home.2. Scalloped Brass Wall HookAdd antique charm and modern-day...

Photos courtesy of Hearth & Home TechnologiesWith the onset of autumn weather, who doesn’t dream of a crackling fireplace? However, wood burning has become increasingly problematic, in part due to the particulates and smoke...

Photos by Spacecrafting  After a seven-year hiatus, the American Society of Interior Designers’ Minnesota chapter (ASID-MN) relaunched its Design Home program—setting its sights on the historic Pillsbury Castle. The 1903 Minneapolis home and its 20-plus...

Photos courtesy of KohlerKohler Co. is celebrating 150 years of innovation with a new collaboration with Shea McGee and her firm, Studio McGee. The results, including fixtures, cabinetry, lighting, bath fillers, and more, will...

Spa-Like SanctuaryHomeowners strive to bring the spa straight home in creative ways: Some opt for an all-white “clean and serene” approach, while others install spacious walk-in showers. Many, it appears, seem to settle on...

Photos courtesy of Mercury MosaicsMercury Mosaics recently released Mid Mod Squares—the Minneapolis-based handmade tile company’s newest (and arguably most nostalgic!) tile pattern to date. Geometric and colorful, unique but refined, and vintage yet fresh,...

Photos courtesy of The Brand GuildAs soon as Kelly Allen talked with Jean Sazevich and Dave Hedlund, she was smitten. A former design associate with Room & Board and principal of Kelly Allen Design,...

Photos by Dina KantorErin Zosel is a multihyphenate who may just be getting started. Case in point: Six years ago, she opened her first salon, Sloane’s Beauty Bar, after 25 years as a hairstylist....

When interior designer Tricia Huntley, sporting a chunky, bold necklace and sleek black blazer, handed over a gold-gilded business card at the counter of Fiddlehead Coffee in Bloomington, it was evident her personal taste...

What began as a simple side hustle has evolved to be an award-winning interior design, decluttering, and home staging firm in Maple Grove, Minnesota. Kira Vanderlan, owner of Zestful Design, strives to create more...