Interiors

In today’s fast-paced world, there’s something captivating about the allure of vintage and antique items in home decor. Beyond mere pieces of furniture or accessories, these treasures offer an opportunity to infuse character and...

It’s no secret color has made its comeback in interior (and exterior!) design. There are dozens of companies that annually declare a “Color of the Year,” some of the most anticipated being Pantone, Benjamin...

British writer and textile designer William Morris once famously said, “Have nothing in your home that you do not know to be useful or believe to be beautiful.” Interior design trends are followed more...

Interior design begins with a dialogue, one where designers’ curiosity piques and prods to get to the bottom of their clients’ deepest needs, values, and desires. The American Society of Interior Designers’ (ASID) local...

Photos by Amanda Marie BirnieEd Guzek describes the process of building a new house in Golden Valley as easy. He and his husband, Paul Bechard, had the plans done in two months and moved...

Photos courtesy of Chirigos DesignsTake a look back at interior trends from years past, and you’ll find patterns and styles we now consider ridiculous and dated: think carpeted bathrooms, tile countertops, and linoleum flooring....

This past year has marked another exceptional period for Midwest Home. In the spirit of tradition, we once again successfully organized our coveted Luxury Home Tour and presented the third-annual Midwest Home Design Awards....

Photos by SpacecraftingFor Megan Burton, owner of Milton House Design Collective, the ability to comfortably entertain guests is one of her favorite aspects about her Roseville home—whether it’s hosting her annual Thanksgiving Day feast...

Small Kitchen 1st Place Function for Flynn Kate Roos | Leah Dunne Kate Roos DesignThis 38-year-old home was in dire need of a refresh to give it a modern feel, improved functionality, and durable finishes—all to withstand the...

People are not one-dimensional, neutral, nor boring—we are multifaceted beings, colorful, and exciting. Therefore, to make our house a home, our spaces should reflect who we are. A trend commonly referred to as “dopamine...

Photos by Spacecrafting  With their three oldest children settled into places of their own and their youngest headed off to college, Clint and Diane Blaiser decided they were ready for a change of venue...

When it comes to good interior design, creating spaces that simply meet clients’ needs and achieve project goals isn’t enough. The greatest designers have the ability to infuse a space with their client’s personality,...

Interior design is ever-evolving, changing from day to day and year to year. The past few years have kept us home and impacted how we view our spaces, leading to shifts in design style...

The past year was a great one for Midwest Home. Still emerging from the residual effects of a very unusual era, 2022 was a year of resilience: We continued our traditional Luxury Home Tour,...

Photos by Ryan Dyer | Styling by Vintage Soirées and Lilacs & Lace Events Antiques from Urban Squirrel and Mall of St. Paul | Menu design by Melissa LageFor many, a pro forma table swathed in...

1st Place (Tie) Black Beauty Nicole Sirek | Debbie Ward-Baker Partners 4, Design | 2 DesignTransforming a condo’s original builder-grade kitchen into a storage-rich, statement-making space meant working with existing utilities, including the island’s plumbing wall. A...

Photos by SMHerrick Photography Christmas is always a beautiful time of year, filled with gleaming lights, red and green flourishes, and plenty of sparkle. Holiday decorations can be made even more beautiful with the help...

Photos by Sage E Imagery  On the shore of Lake Superior lies Burlwood Cottage, a decidedly quiet respite far from daily life. Owned by hosts Tony and Jeni Robb, this rustic-meets-chic and dog-friendly Airbnb...

Photos by Spacecrafting, Alyssa Lee and Andrea Rugg  Earlier this year, I read an article about how Gen Z is determined to bring maximalism back to the forefront of style—from makeup to fashion and...

Photos by Scott AmundsonWell-traveled with sophisticated taste for European design and elegant vintage and antique furnishings, the empty nesters who bought this 1949 home on Lake Minnetonka always intended to do an extensive refresh....