A Piece of the Past: Vintage & Antique Items in Home Decor

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...

Crafting With Color

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...

Interior Trends: What’s In, What’s Out?

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...

2024 Ideas to Steal: Tech + Sustainability

White Paint is the Coolest—LiterallyResearchers at Purdue University have engineered the world’s whitest paint, which can reflect more than 98% of the sun’s rays that hit the earth’s surface. This record-setting ultra-white shade marks...

2024 Ideas to Steal: Kitchen + Bath

Making a SplashWet rooms are becoming increasingly more popular in the world of bathroom design, and while homeowners are tempted by their convenience and aesthetic appeal, they are not without their quirks. Citydeskstudio is...

2024 Ideas to Steal: Floors + Surfaces

A Cut AboveThe use of statement-making marble slabs as kitchen backsplashes or waterfall-edge islands isn’t anything particularly new—but the styles, cuts, designs, and installation methods do indeed evolve year over year. One could argue...

Excellence Unveiled: The 2023 ASID MN Interior Design Awards

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...

Instagram Inspo

Artificial intelligence—in all its forms and uses—is here to stay, and its capabilities in the home and design realm are only beginning to be explored. From generating innovative concepts to optimizing construction processes, AI...

Ask the Pros: Draperies

Many homeowners perceive draperies as luxuries, or unneeded additions for a space. Many designers, however, know the value of them and advocate for their inclusion in home design. “To me, draperies are a very...

Storage Solutions: Bathroom Edition

Inset InspirationPerfect for displaying trinkets or storing cotton balls, makeup remover pads, or Q-Tips in small, cute containers, the built-in inset glass shelves (with puck lighting for added detail) within this M&M Home Contractors...

Fashion Trends in Interior Design

Photos courtesy of Chirigos Designs  Trends in fashion come down the runway fast, and each year, we see the trends that fall short being replaced by others. For fashion trends to gain longevity, they must...

Studio M Interiors Starts a New Chapter

Photos courtesy of Studio M Interiors  After 12 years at its Plymouth design center, Studio M Interiors is making a move. Although the new space is just down the road from the current location,...

Spring Cleaning Secrets

If you’ve been procrastinating your annual spring cleaning routine, it’s not too late to get started. In fact, May is one of the best times to begin revitalizing your home and restoring freshness in...

Go-to Spring Recipes by Call it Christian

Photos by Anna Christian  As the temperatures warm and the sun makes its resurgence, you might find yourself feeling increasingly productive, energetic, and overall, happier. With this seasonal shift comes the responsibility to not only...

Frank Foo’s Feng Shui Practice is a True Balancing Act

Photos by Wing Ho  Nowadays, when discussing a new restaurant, location, or even a new friend, you’ll often hear a certain phrase included if the review is positive: “The vibes were good.” The same can be...

Tempaper & Co. and She She Release Their Latest Collaboration: “La Vie Fleurie”

Photos courtesy of Tempaper & Co.  Inspired by the charm of a Parisian garden, “La Vie Fleurie”—Tempaper & Co.’s latest collaboration with Minneapolis-based print and pattern studio She She—displays a whimsical blend of French-inspired patterns...

Sapphire Anderson Crafts Character & Charm in Her Historic Home

Photos courtesy of Sapphire Anderson  A house will never truly feel like home without some personal touches and a little bit of character. This is something Sapphire Anderson (@sapphirejameliahome) discovered soon after moving into her...

Stirring Up Style With Stockwell Homes

Photos by Spacecrafting  A fusion of nostalgic trends and technologies, from low-rise jeans to iPod Nanos, shaped the pop-culture zeitgeist that was the early 2000s. Meanwhile, the realm of kitchen design boasted its own set...

Get the Look: Sunlit Sanctuary

Indoors and out seamlessly converge in the sunroom of this European-style Tudor, nestled on a wooded lot with picturesque views of lush trees and water on each side. With balance at the forefront of...

The Primary Bathroom of a North Oaks Home Undergoes a Radiant Revival

Photos by Chad Holder  The spa-inspired bathroom aesthetic—once defined by bright whites, open layouts, and minimalist decor—is undergoing a transformative shift toward warmth and understated elegance. Soft lighting, stand-alone tubs, and mixes of natural materials...

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