Chris Lee
Chris Lee, a longtime magazine writer and editor, has been a keen observer of the Twin Cities thriving design scene for more than a decade. As editor of Midwest Home, she combines her passion for all things home with her love of good story telling.
2018 BLEND Award Winners Celebrated
The jury is in: The 2018 winners of BLEND Awards in Minneapolis and St. Paul have been announced at gatherings in both cities in...
Dog-Friendly Design Trends
Life with dogs is messy. Our four-footed buddies may be part of the family—they're our furry kids—but they can also be wet, muddy, and,...
Lucky Dogs
Even pooches need custom amenities
Makers on the Lake
Finely crafted furniture and more await you in this charming Excelsior store
Life in Color
Midwest Home and ASID MN present the winners of a colorful design competition
Historic Studio Opens in Wayzata
Alert visitors on Lake Street in downtown Wayzata kept watch on a prominent corner this summer. At one time it was a beloved bookshop...
Carousel + Folk: Artfully Curated Vintage Wares in South Minneapolis
Carousel + Folk, a vintage goods store in South Minneapolis, opened its doors June 1. Locals who love its earthy, boho aesthetic have been...
How to Have a Hygge Home
Bring home some hygge with the just released Hygge & West Home: Design for a Cozy Life (Chronicle Books) by Christiana Coop and Aimee...
Bria Hammel Interiors Launches Brooke & Lou
Local interior designer Bria Hammel, known for her bright, classic, effortless aesthetic—and considerable social media following—launched her own line this summer. Brooke & Lou,...
LiLu Interiors Reimagines a St. Paul Kitchen
When Heidi and Michael were in search of a rightsized home, they found a 1938 bungalow in St. Paul that was the perfect fit....
Clio Surfaces’ New Edina Showroom
Add another showroom to the burgeoning design district on France Avenue in Edina. Clio Surfaces, part of Georgia- and Michigan-based Clio Holdings, opened a...
In-cupboard Drip Tray
This upper cabinet in this sleek kitchen, courtesy of Puustelli, the Finnish maker, conceals a secret: a built-in slotted dish rack with a removable...