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...
A green chalkboard wall in an office.

DIY Vintage Wall Courtesy Chalkboard Paint

Conjunction Junction, adding a classroom vibe to a home office is this wall's function
A collection of rolled up wallpaper on display.

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.
A room with decor influenced by the east features a blue rug, blue curtains, blue wall, chair, and table.

Eastern Influence

You don't have to travel around the globe for a taste of the far East

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...