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Photos by Lauren Gryniewski of Round Three Photography || Build by Hagstrom Builder, Architecture by Imprint Architecture + DesignSara and Jeremy Imhoff, owners and founders of Imprint Architecture + Design, lead a tiny, yet...

Photos by SpacecraftingAs founder and principal designer of Coco Perry Design, Pamela Cariveau keeps a close pulse on the industry and all of its happenings—especially in the ever-evolving world of interior design. With a...

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...

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...

Photos by David Ellis  The fascinating history of handmade ceramic tile—the oldest decorative art—dates back to 4,000 B.C., when Egyptian, Assyrian, and Babylonian artisans began working with colored stone and crafting blue-glazed bricks before...

Photos by Jeffrey Gray BrandstedMike Rataczak, a Minnesota native and principal of Mike Rataczak Studios, relocated back to the Twin Cities area after a 32-year stint in New York City. Although the designer loved...

Photos by David Ellis  The granddaughter of a Sami reindeer herdsman, rug weaver Wynne Mattila grew up in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan admiring the rag rugs made of old cotton clothing by women of...

 View this post on Instagram  A post shared by Brandi Kole (@brandikoleart)From June 29 to Sept. 29, the historic Palazzo Guinigi in Lucca, Italy, will be transformed into a spectacular showcase of paper-based art at...

Photos by Dina Kantor  When you ask Tim Alt, “style” simply means “lifestyle.” It’s not a look, a design theme, or an artistic expression. A home’s style, Alt says, is more about its connection to...

Photos by Wing Ho  Nowadays, when discussing a new restaurant, location, or even a new friend, you’ll often hear a certain phrase included if the review is positive: “The vibes were good.” The same can be...

Photos courtesy of Sapphire Anderson  A house will never truly feel like home without some personal touches and a little bit of character. This is something Sapphire Anderson (@sapphirejameliahome) discovered soon after moving into her...

Podcasts have emerged as go-to resources for both entertainment and education. With their versatility and range of topics, from true crime to quantum physics, podcasts have become integral parts of daily life for millions—and...

Amid the chaos of life, we rarely take the time to slow down, stop, and be still, which Minnesota-based Mary Jo Hoffman has long tried to remedy through her blog, STILL. Since 2012, Hoffman...

Photos courtesy of Mike RataczakFor most, life’s journey is not linear. For Mike Rataczak, owner of Mike Rataczak Studios, this notion rings true. “I took an indirect path into my design career,” he says....

Photos courtesy of NEAT Method MinnesotaWith the new year comes pressure to start off on the right foot, which can oftentimes be intimidating—especially when it comes to interiors. With Christmas comes clutter—it’s inevitable. But...

Photos courtesy of GiftywrapFor Mahogany Ellis-Crutchfield, gifting is the most joyful part of the holiday season. Founder of Minnesota-based Giftywrap, she brings inclusivity and Midwest flair to holiday wrapping paper. “I had difficulty finding...

Photos by Wing Ho“I like to say I’ve been an artist since I could hold a crayon,” Anna Christian says. So, after an 11-year career in nursing, she took the jump to be at...

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...

Photos by Elizabeth RiesGrowing up, I attended countless church potlucks featuring lots of 9-by-13-inch pans containing cream of mushroom soup. This dish gives me the same cozy feeling but without the can. Chicken thighs...

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...