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Katelyn Bloomquist is the previous editor of Midwest Design.

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...

Designer Product Pick: Rock Crystal Chandelier

The Tastemaker: With over 35 years of experience creating unique, inspiring spaces for clients nationwide, Katie Brandt leads her Twin Cities-based firm, Katie Brandt...

The Beauty of Brunch

Photos by Terry Brennan || Recipe by Robin Asbell || Food Styling by Lara MiklasevicsThe first spring days of the year arrive like an...

Top 25 Twin Cities Builders of 2024

Housing First Minnesota’s latest survey has once again crowned Lennar as the Twin Cities’ top homebuilder for 2024. The company has maintained its position...

Money Talks: Pricing Strategies for Designers

Time is money—and so are your experience and expertise. But how do you communicate and uphold your value while balancing client needs, budgets, and...

Digital Marketing for Designers, Part 2: Leveraging Instagram

Photos by Chelsie LopezInstagram isn’t just a portfolio—it’s a powerful tool for storytelling, sales, and brand credibility. Yet, many design-build professionals make the mistake...

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