Elizabeth Roubik
As Associate Editor of Midwest Design, Elizabeth combines her passion for the home industry with a love of storytelling to craft captivating content for readers across both print and digital platforms.
Abe Home: AI-Powered Solutions for Home Maintenance
Photos courtesy of Abe Home With rising housing costs and a shortage of available housing options, more Minnesota homeowners are choosing to stay put and...
A Parisian Perspective: Bria Hammel’s Design Discoveries in Paris, France
Photos courtesy of Bria Hammel Interiors For local designer Bria Hammel, a recent trip to Paris afforded an opportunity to experience the culture, charm, and...
10 Showstopping Kitchens to Inspire Your Next Remodel
Modern ClassicAfter an accidental tub overflow, the homeowners of this historic abode sped up their plans to remodel the kitchen and butler’s pantry. The...
Making Moves: Minnesota Designers Recognized on The Expert Top 40
For the second consecutive year, two Minnesota design companies have secured spots on The Expert’s coveted Top 40 list. This annual “best of” roundup...
A New Chapter for Story & Teller
Photos courtesy of Story & Teller When one door closes, another one opens—a sentiment reflected in Story & Teller’s recent decision to bid farewell to...
The Best of Biophilic Design: Bringing Nature Indoors
Biophilia is defined as “a hypothetical human tendency to interact or be closely associated with other forms of life in nature.” Amid the hectic...
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...
Sales + Events: February Features Art, Flowers & Local Makers
Arboretum Spring Flower ShowSeeking some respite from the chilly winter weather? Warm up at the University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum’s Spring Flower Show. This...
Bright Futures in Interior Design
Photos courtesy of Sydney Marie Branz Today, accredited colleges and universities across the country and beyond are investing time to train the next generation of...
The Art of Tile
Tile is no longer just a practical choice for kitchens and bathrooms but rather a form of artistic expression. From intricate mosaics and murals...
10 Powder Rooms Packed With Personality
Honored HeirloomsA thoughtful blend of vintage and whimsical design elements defines this lake home powder room by O’Hara Interiors. Anchoring the space is a...
2025 Landscaping Trend Predictions With Southview Design
Did you know winter is the ideal time to start planning your landscaping project? Working with a landscape designer during the colder months ensures...
James Hardie’s 2025 Color of the Year: Evening Blue
Photos courtesy of James Hardie In an effort to appeal to the masses, home exteriors often play it safe with neutral hues like creams and...
Room & Board and Gensler Redefine Home Office Design
Photos courtesy of Room & Board/GenslerIn recent years, hybrid and remote work models have become the norm, with 53% of U.S. remote-capable employees working...
Happy Place Interiors’ Latest Venture: Happy Place Design Club
Photos courtesy of Happy Place Interiors Our homes are our sanctuaries—the places we find comfort and reprieve from the fast pace of life. But...
Midwest Home’s Top 10 Instagram Posts of 2024
2024—what a year it has been! Six issues, two large-scale events, and a treasure trove of works by talented builders, remodelers, architects, landscapers, and...
Sales + Events: January Celebrates Community
Winter Market
Warm up this winter at Neighborhood Roots’ Winter Market, hosted monthly at Bachman’s Greenhouse. At this month’s event, stock up on local produce,...
3 Local Influencers’ Treasured Holiday Traditions
It’s the morning after Thanksgiving. The air smells crisp, the snow starts falling, and it’s officially time to dig out your oversized bins of...
Editors’ Product Picks: Mantels Made Merry
Gorgeous in GreenDitch the hassle of fresh greenery and bring the beauty of nature indoors (minus the mess!) with a durable faux cypress garland....
Pantone Reveals Mocha Mousse as the 2025 Color of the Year
Photos courtesy of Pantone Pantone has unveiled its highly anticipated Color of the Year for 2025, and it feels perfectly in sync with today’s design...
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