A bright and bold book-covered wallpaper steals the spotlight in the playroom.

A Home Makeover Sparked by Style

Photos by SpacecraftingTrends come and go—in interior design, technology, and especially fashion. Sometimes these trends stick around and stay awhile; other times they fizzle out and resurface decades down the road. But when you...

Haunted Houses (For Real)

If you live with spectral roommates—or suspect you do—you're not alone.

A Midwest Modern Abode by Michael Paul Design + Build

Photos by SpacecraftingAsk around—industry pros often have a thought (or 10) to share regarding pandemic-induced supply shortages. But when it came to crafting this stunning Eden Prairie abode, Michael Laumann, CEO/owner of Michael Paul...

Myquillyn Smith’s New Book Offers Simple Designs For All Seasons

Written by Julia Landwehr Author and designer Myquillyn Smith has a signature saying: “It doesn’t have to be perfect to be beautiful.” And though our annual holiday traditions and get-togethers may look different this...
Populuxe lamp

Check Out These Industrial-Modern Lamps by New Minneapolis Brand, Populuxe

The industrial-modern trend is still in demand. Those who love the factory-inspired, nostalgia-driven trend should check out new Minneapolis-based brand Populuxe, which manufactures its own line of industrial Edison-inspired lamps with vintage-style bulbs.Founded by...

January 2020 DIY Class Calendar

As we transition into a new decade, we don’t see the popularity of do-it-yourself classes dying down anytime soon. Whether paint pouring or calligraphy is more up your alley, there’s truly something for everyone...

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...

A Family Home that Feels Like Home

Photos by SpacecraftingJuly sunshine poured through the living room windows of Lynn and John O’Neil’s newly remodeled residence on the shores of Lake Minnetonka, covering friends and family inside in a warm blanket of...

2022 Ideas to Steal: Home Décor

A Personal Museum An art piece or two to grace your living room walls is always a safe way to add life and color to your spaces, but a full art gallery—featuring a collection or...

mnima Introduces Exigen Lighting Series

Photos by Jeff Cords of Cords PhotographyInterior designers often say that one significant change in décor can enliven or elevate an entire room. mnima llc’s new Exigen lamp is a perfect example. The table...

Marvin Displays Its Minnesota Heritage

Marvin WIndows and Doors Eagan office captures a distinctively Minnesota Nordic woods design.

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...

Local Honey from the Weisman

(Photo by John Christenson, Styled by Mickie Clark)With the environmental threats to bees growing, there’s no better time to support your local honeybees. Ames Farms is one of our local sources for all-organic, single-source...

Handcrafted Wood Art and LGBTQ+ Community Activism Make Hagen and Oats One to Watch

Whether you need a wall-mounted bottle opener, a “stainbow” Minnesota sign, or a wooden portrait of a furry friend, Hagen and Oats has you covered when it comes to wood-based crafts.Nikki Hollerich and Anna...

Stillwater’s Lora Hotel Infuses Design Savvy with Local History

Before the Lora opened in Stillwater in June, the marvelous renovation of the Joseph Wolf Brewery block into a hotel, restaurant and coffee bar was creating local and national buzz. Architectural Digest, design and...

Cey Adams Returns to St. Paul’s NewStudio Gallery with Vibrant Work

Photos providedCey Adams is a legendary New York City graffiti artist, was the founding creative director of Def Jam Recordings, and has been called “the artist who defined the visual culture of American hip-hop.”...

Flotsam + Fork Brings European Home Goods & Kitchen Wares to Minnesota

The Minnesota-based online retailer sells stylish, high-quality home goods from small, European companies.

How to Create a Festive Tabletop with Minnesota-Grown Bounty

Make the most of what nature offers year round with Minnesota-grown flowers and flora—all available in winter

Bringing the Outdoors In

In today’s fast-paced world, the desire to slow down and reconnect with nature has never been more prevalent. As we seek solace in our homes, natural elements are making their way into many different...

Ranch Home Remodel by Quartersawn Design + Build

Photos by Stephanie RauDated was the best way to describe this ranch-style rambler in the Parkwood Knolls neighborhood of Edina. Jennifer Burton, designer at Quartersawn Design + Build, recalls, “The homeowners called on us...

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