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Elizabeth Roubik is Associate Editor of Midwest Home.

Sales + Events: October Offers Art, Gardens, and Vintage Treasures

Junk Bonanza Fall 2024 For those who are fans of all things vintage, Junk Bonanza’s fall show is the perfect place to shop one-of-a-kind treasures...

Streamline Fall Home Maintenance with Yarlow

As the weather gets colder and the leaves start to fall, the task of prepping our homes for the seasonal change becomes a daunting...

Q&A: Grout Couture

Photos by Alyssa Lee  Midwest Home: What are the different visual effects of dark and light grout colors? Wendy Boyer (Brown Cow Design): Grout dynamically changes...

Industry News: Creative Lighting Permanently Closed

A bright chapter in St. Paul’s history has come to a close, because on Monday evening, Creative Lighting announced the closure of its Concordia...

Sales + Events: September Showcases Art Tours, Exclusive Sales, and Fall-Themed Festivities

American Pottery Festival View this post on Instagram  A post shared by Northern Clay Center (@northernclaycenter)Northern Clay Center’s annual fundraiser, the American Pottery Festival, showcases some...

Art Placement 101

Photos courtesy of Art Girls  Place artwork 5-8 inches above furnitureWhen hanging artwork above a sofa, chair, or table, shoot for 5-8 inches higher....

The 2024 ASID National Awards Honors Minnesota Members

Design serves as a beautiful form of expression, but it also has capabilities of impacting individuals and communities on a deeper level. This idea...

Piece by Piece: A 1988 Lakeside Home Transformation

Photos by Andrea Rugg  When first walking into this 1988 lakeside home in Wayzata, greeted with nothing but tacky green walls, honey-oak cabinetry, and...

Trend Alert: The Eclectic Kitchen

Photos by Marit Williams Photography  Homeowners are seeking to spunk up their spaces, and kitchens are no exception. In fact, the concept of the “eclectic...

A Happy Place on Bay Lake

Photos by Scott Amundson  Minnesotans seem to share a universal affinity for heading up north during the summer months—whether it be a peaceful lakeside getaway...

Sales + Events: August Presents Home Tours, Fairs, and Art-Filled Festivities

Luxury Home TourExplore a collection of Pinterest-perfect homes across the Twin Cities metro in this year’s Luxury Home Tour. This three-weekend, self-guided experience showcases...

Editors’ Product Picks: Breakfast is Served

Cooking Made EasyWhether frying French toast or scrambling eggs to an impeccable fluff, this enameled cast iron skillet (available in 26 vibrant, yet classic...

Twin Condo Transformations by O’Hara Interiors

Photos by Spacecrafting  Interior design has the remarkable ability to make similar spaces appear drastically different—using varying colors, materials, and styles to craft unique personalities...

2024 Ideas to Steal: Details

Big on Bows“Bows were everywhere in fashion in 2023, so it’s fun seeing them show up in interiors in a big way this year,”...

2024 Ideas to Steal: Exteriors + Landscaping

The Rising Popularity of Pickleball CourtsUsing cutting-edge materials and technologies to guarantee peak performance, safety, and comfort alike, Bloomington-based Sport Court Minnesota specializes in...

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...

Sales + Events: July Features Tours of Homes, Gardens, and Art

Art at St. Kate’sProduced by Artists’ Circle, this annual one-day art fair celebrates local art and fine craft. The festival, held on the triangle-shaped...

2024 Ideas to Steal: Building + Architecture

Beyond Books“Libraries offer a quiet space to retreat for relaxation and meditation but can also be used as a small gathering space,” says Jessica...

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...

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...

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