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Katelyn Bloomquist is editor of Midwest Design.

Designer Product Pick: Paulistano Armchair

The Tastemaker: With clients nationwide, Minneapolis-based designer Mike Rataczak is resolute in his belief that clients should meet themselves when they enter their home—that...

Navigating the Uncertainty (and Opportunity!) of Tariffs

The design-build industry faces distinct challenges—and, perhaps surprisingly, new opportunities—with the recent introduction of tariffs on goods and materials professionals rely on every day....

Get Certified in Biophilic Design

Photos provided by Nicole CraanenBiophilic design isn’t just about adding greenery to a room—it’s about rethinking our relationship to the spaces we inhabit and...

Poolside Panache

Photos by Spacecrafting/Rob Grosse & Michael Green  Hosting your family and friends in high style is about far more than just sitting among good company;...

Prospect Refuge Gallery Debuts in Minneapolis With ‘Homecoming’ Exhibition

Photos courtesy of Prospect Refuge Gallery  Prospect Refuge Gallery, a Minneapolis-based gallery and concept space, opens this weekend with its inaugural exhibit, “Homecoming: Objects of...

A Storybook-Style Transformation Near Lake Minnetonka

Photos by Corey Gaffer || Architecture by TEA2 Architects || Build by John Kraemer & Sons || Interior Design by Harris Weldon Interiors ||...

Storybook Style: A Buyer’s Guide

Photos by Corey Gaffer   Breakfast RoomCabinets/wainscoting/trim – Benjamin Moore, “Simply White” #OC-117, benjaminmoore.com Chandelier – David Iatesta, iatestastudio.com Fireplace wall – Sherwin-Williams, “Tinsmith” #SW7657,...

20 Minnesota Photographers to Capture Your Next Design Project

When image is everything, finding a creative partner who can translate your hard work into client-winning visuals is more critical than ever. Whether you’re...

Crack the Code: Insider Advice for Winning Big at the 2025 Midwest Design Awards

It’s that time of year again—the Midwest Design Awards entry portal is open, and we’re on the hunt for the Midwest’s most remarkable residential...

All Inc. Opens Luxury Showroom in Plymouth

Photos courtesy All Inc.After many successful years operating a showroom in St. Paul, All Inc.—a nationally ranked appliance and cabinetry powerhouse—opened a brand-new luxury...

Worth the Money? How The Spaces You Invest In Can Transform Your Business

In business, growth is often associated with revenue, never-ending client lists, and talent acquisition, but the best investments companies make often surpass immediate returns...

Minnesota Homeowners Are Feeling the Pressure of Rising Housing Costs

Photos courtesy of Garvin Homes  A recent statewide poll commissioned by Neighbors for More Neighbors and the Yes to Homes! coalition revealed what many Minnesotans...

Phillip Jeffries’ Spring 2025 Collection Inspires Bold & Layered Design

Photos courtesy of Phillip JeffriesSpring is here, and with it comes a fresh collection from New Jersey-based wall covering powerhouse Phillip Jeffries that’s all...

Digital Marketing for Designers, Part 3: SEO & Website Optimization

Designs by construction2style || Photos by Chelsie LopezIn the final installment of our Digital Marketing for Designers series, we’re tackling one of the most...

Save the Date: 2025 Midwest Design Awards Kickoff

The 2025 Midwest Design Awards is already around the corner, and we’re celebrating in style with an exclusive industry event on Thursday, May 15,...

The Nine Keys to Client Management

In the home design and remodeling industry, client satisfaction doesn’t start and end with a beautiful final product—it’s about how the client feels every...

Remodeling Trends 2025: What Builders, Designers & Trade Pros Need to Know

America’s appetite for home remodeling shows no signs of slowing. Last year alone, homeowners spent an estimated $603 billion on remodeling projects. The scale...

Renovating for Joy? Why Homeowners Are Remodeling—And How to Maximize Your Investment

Renovating a home is rarely just about looks—it’s about how a space feels to live in every day. Maybe it’s finally creating the kitchen...

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