Interior Define Opens Brick-and-Mortar Shop in Galleria Edina

Photos provided Interior Define, a leading customizable furniture brand both online and through select studios across the U.S., now has a brick-and-mortar studio in the...

A New Century-Old House by Kyle Hunt & Partners

Photos by SpacecraftingWhen a couple with three boys decided to move from their urban abode to a family-focused neighborhood in Deephaven, they selected an...
The top level of the Abbott Boathouse shows a cozy gazebo with hanging potted plants that looks out onto Lake Minnetonka.

Boathouses of Minnetonka

This collection of elegantly designed boathouses on Lake Minnetonka captures the history and essence of life on the lake.
Living walls of herbs and vegetables frame the outdoor fireplace.

Asian-Inspired Landscape Evolves with Homeowners’ Preferences

Fanciful landscape evolves with homeowners’ preferences

Going the Final Mile

Photos by Amanda Marie BirnieEd Guzek describes the process of building a new house in Golden Valley as easy. He and his husband, Paul...

A Calm Oasis on Diamond Lake

Photos by Alyssa LeeEach and every morning, the first light of day seeps into this Diamond Lake kitchen through its copious windows, inviting Katie...

Understated Elegance

Photos by Corey GafferIf one had to choose a single word to capture its essence, the word would be “discreet.” With its main level...

A Happy Place on Bay Lake

Photos by Scott Amundson  Minnesotans seem to share a universal affinity for heading up north during the summer months—whether it be a peaceful lakeside getaway...

A Naturally Norwegian Abode Near Lake Harriet

Photos by SpacecraftingAs a young couple, R. J. and Krista Kern adored the charming homes that lined Minneapolis’ Fulton neighborhood. The pair would walk...
Annuals, Trees, and other plants surround Engelmann's home

Tangletown Gardens owner Dean Engelmann Shows Off His Home Garden

Dean Engelmann's suburban gardens are a study in the beauty of rule breaking.
Two young girls having fun sitting on the front steps of their house.

A Brightly Colored Front Door Helps a Home Stand Out

Painting your front door a bright and fun color is a great way to make a statement and help your home stand out from the rest on your street.

This Lakeside Retreat by Livit Site + Structure is Where Fun...

Photos by SpacecraftingThe small lake abutting this award-winning landscape is a below-the-radar gem—a private, nonmotorized body of water surrounded by woods that affords its...
A living room full of random treasures including a three-legged chair, clock and wooden giraffe.

Small Spaces, Big Ideas

A cozy Edina home teems with color and life after a remodel.
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NKBA Guide to Good Design 2016

The National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA) is a nonprofit trade association that promotes the professionalism of the kitchen and bath industry.

(Not) Another Farmhouse by Pietsch Builders

Photos by SpacecraftingWhite board-and-batten vertical siding, large black-frame windows, and towering wood beams make up today’s typical modern farmhouse aesthetic. Love it or hate...

Chicken Thighs & Mushroom Rice

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...

A Highmark Builders Home Offers a Quiet Respite

Photos by Spacecrafting  While making over an existing home is always an admirable endeavor, there’s a certain something about the word “turnkey” that immediately puts...

Five Home Design Trends to Follow in 2020

At Midwest Home, staying up-to-date on industry happenings is what we do best—especially when it comes to trends. And even though they’re constantly evolving,...

An Artist’s Garden

The joyful colors and peaceful ponds of this west metro landscape inspire contemplation
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CF Design and Lake Effect Builders Remodel a Madeline Island Cabin

A second story adds functional space to a peaceful retreat.

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