Intentional Style
Photos by Wing Ta"I just think guys can do better,” says biology professor and sartorial influencer Paul Buttenhoff. “Less pleats, fewer Crocs.” The current program director for St. Catherine University’s liberal arts and sciences...
A Black-and-White Bathroom Beauty in Rochester
At the dawn of a new decade, hexagon tiles are all the rage, classic black-and-white color schemes are gaining momentum, wallcoverings are everywhere, and floral patterns seem to be more “in” by the moment....
An Edina Home Finds the Perfect Fix
Photos by SpacecraftingJosie Fix’s new home in Edina was almost perfect. Located in a beautiful neighborhood close to both her and her husband’s jobs as well as their kid’s school, it had plenty of...
Muted Heathers, Bold Mood Busters, Techy Blue: Decoding the 2021 Colors of the Year
Pantone's annual Color of the Year announcement is always much anticipated, but what about the others? First Valspar announced its 2021 Colors of the Year, a selection of calm, quiet, muted, even dusty colors....
Loft Antiques’ Owner Barbara Gillham Leaves Behind 40-Year Legacy
Photos by Sandy GooleyPicture this: It’s 1996, and you and a group of four girlfriends decide to rent out a warehouse to sell antiques. You don’t have to fully imagine this scenario, though, because...
Fall Trends Alert + More With Interior Designer Natalie Talley
Photos provided by Natalie TalleyAfter working at The Sitting Room in Excelsior for over half a decade, interior designer Natalie Talley got the “7-year itch.” “I decided it was time to make a change,...
2021 Holiday Gift Guide
Photos by Janelle Olson || Styling by Paula Bjerketvedt
Golden Grandeur
Nothing says glitz and glamour quite like gold, and these gleaming gifts are sure to add a touch of festive flair to every abodePortrait, $150 and up,...
This Nature-Inspired Home Makeover by Mint Interior Design Offers A Breath of Fresh Air
Photos by Spacecrafting“Ninety percent of the time that we’re here during the day, we’re outdoors,” says one of the owners of this 3,800-square-foot house nestled among 40 acres of lush fields, prairie, and wetlands...
Cramped Kitchen Receives Contemporary Refresh
Photos by Marit Williams Photography
Ever since this 2005 home was built, the family who resided within was told the kitchen and living room needed to stay divided—but given the several cooks and bakers in...
Visit Twin Cities Home Professionals at Shakopee Home Show
Photos provided In preparation for the holiday season, many people are embarking on home improvement projects. For those looking to get started, the Shakopee Home Show is back for the second time this year. With...
The Collective: Heidi Derner
Photos provided Heidi Derner is a multidimensional artist. Her days are split between her “job” as a graphic designer and her love of photography and painting. However, what she is best known for is her...
Entrepreneur Erin Zosel’s Stylish Instincts
Photos by Dina KantorErin Zosel is a multihyphenate who may just be getting started. Case in point: Six years ago, she opened her first salon, Sloane’s Beauty Bar, after 25 years as a hairstylist....
Fall Finds at Bokser Home
Photos courtesy of Bokser HomeWith the Midwest temperatures quickly cooling down, you might be thinking of ways to cozy up your interior spaces. Luckily, a Minnesota-local bedding brand offers numerous solutions. Founded by Ed...
DIY Vintage Wall Courtesy Chalkboard Paint
Conjunction Junction, adding a classroom vibe to a home office is this wall's function
Robin Ann Meyer and Hirshfield’s Design Resource Team Up for Wallpaper Line
Robin Ann Meyer and Hirshfield’s Design Resource team up for vibrant, eco-friendly and fully customizable wallpaper line.
Houzz’s 2019 Trend Predictions
The home design and remodeling juggernaut with over 40 million users has made its predictions for 2019, and the forecast calls for darker colors, splashy tile walls, glass room dividers, and feature tubs in...
Seven Indoor Plants to Freshen Up Your Home
At this time of year, we're all having the same problem: It feels like it's high time for the snow to melt away and reveal some fresh greenery (maybe even a few blooms), but...
Local Interior Designer Bria Hammel Featured in New Book “On Style”
By Maggie SelnerLocals are proud to see Minnesotan interior designer Bria Hammel’s inclusion in the new book On Style: Inspiration and Advice from the New Generation of Interior Design. The book, available Sept. 24,...
Ruby + Suede Launches New Design Studio
After more than a decade as part of Highmark Builders, the interior designers at the company have rebranded as their own studio, Ruby + Suede. “We had so many requests from people wanting our...