A Tropical Getaway by LiLu Interiors

When Minnesota’s notorious winter season rears its head and temperatures begin to drop below zero, many snowbirds find themselves fleeing to more forgiving climates. While coastal states like California and Florida are always popular...

Plant Paradise by Conservatory Craftsmen

After living in their home for over two decades, a husband-and-wife duo was ready for an eco-friendly upgrade. An ad on Facebook directed Donald King and his wife, Beth, to Minneapolis’ Conservatory Craftsmen, which...

A Lakeside Kitchen’s Singular Aesthetic

More than a decade ago, Streeter Custom Builder, PKA Architecture, and Engler Studio Interior Design joined forces on a brick, Georgian-style colonial for a Twin Cities family. It went off without a hitch. And...

A Breezy & Beautiful Lake House by TEA2 Architects

Photos by Corey Gaffer“They enjoy being Lake Minnetonka residents,” says Dan Nepp, principal at TEA2 Architects, of the retired couple he and his team helped downsize from a historic brewer’s mansion to a light...

Butler’s Pantries with Chirigos Designs

Photos by Chelsie Lopez In recent years, butler’s pantries have transitioned from a maybe to a must-have, and no one knows it to be more true than Bridget Chirigos of Chirigos Designs and Mark Williams...

Pleasant Lake Home Boasts Casual Elegance

When this homeowner sought a fun, family-focused environment that doubled as a high-style home, he turned to college friend and Twin Cities home-building mogul Rick Hendel, owner of Hendel Homes, to build this 10,000-square-foot...

Savannah Lee Creativity’s Charming Country Conservatory

Photos courtesy of Savannah WalshIt all started with a love of creating unique spaces. A wife and mother of three, Savannah Walsh (also known as Savannah Lee Creativity) was no longer satisfied by her...

2023 Ideas to Steal: Building & Remodeling

California LoveModern, California-style flat roofs inspired by West Coast-influenced architecture are popping up around the Midwest in spades, largely thanks to work like this by Hagstrom Builder and Imprint Architecture and Design LLC. Locally...

2023 Ideas to Steal: Tech & Sustainability

From the Ground UpBuilding a smart, sustainable home starts with the foundation. This strikingly blue Edina abode by Sustainable Nine Design + Build, JALIN Design, and Studio Grey Designs incorporates materials, appliances, and techniques...

Martha O’Hara Interiors’ Creative Storage Solutions

Photos by SpacecraftingMartha O’Hara Interiors is known for pushing the envelope, designing classic, yet current spaces across the Twin Cities and beyond our borders to states like Texas and neighboring North Dakota. In fact,...

Western Minnesota Hunting Lodge is Rustic Like Redlin

Photos by Scott Amundson“Growing up, I was always inspired by the old, rustic hunting cabins in Terry Redlin’s paintings,” says the owner of a discreet, yet classic lodge in western Minnesota. Having worked with...

In True Symphony: A Classic, Flair-Filled Abode

Photos by SpacecraftingBefore settling in Minnesota, the family of four who resides within this two-story, shingle-style abode lived coast to coast in locales near and far: Northern California gave way to Boston, and the...

A Traditional Edina Colonial Receives an Upgrade

Photos by Spacecrafting || Styling by Paula BjerketvedtHomeowner Ali Lockhart makes it exceptionally clear she wasn’t interested in moving, despite her husband’s persistent efforts. “Jamie kept showing me properties online, and I kept saying...

Garage Goals With The Divine Living Space

Photo by Spacecrafting Stephanie Goldfarb, founder of The Divine Living Space, says her clients often desire the aesthetic and beauty of a real wood garage door, but seek options that conserve energy and are...

An Insider’s Guide to Windows & Doors

Connected to NatureBeyond the aesthetic of a massive window with a stunning view, homeowners desire quiet spaces that offer a sense of well-being and a connection to nature. Because windows and doors greatly affect...

A Rustic Sports Barn Makes For The Ultimate Recreation Retreat

Photos by David BaderLonging for a home away from home, a family of four began working with Wade Weissmann Architecture to create a large, shingle-style lake house in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin. This initial project...

Remote Cabin Boasts Thermally Modified Wood Siding

Photos provided  Deciding on a material for a residential project’s exterior cladding “is always a process,” says Sara Imhoff, owner and principal of Imprint Architecture + Design LLC in Stillwater. But when the project is...

Lake Minnetonka Legacy Home

Photos by Spacecrafting  At the time of discovery, this massive 3.6-acre Deephaven property featured a quaint, old fashioned-looking cottage house, main family home, detached garage, and an undeniable beauty of a boathouse. But despite the...

HGTV Show “Renovation 911” Highlights Minneapolis-Based Emergency Restoration Experts

Photo provided  Making their debut this month on HGTV, Lindsey Uselding and Kirsten Meehan—emergency home restoration experts and sisters—embark on a quest to fix families’ property disasters. Starting on March 28, the eight-episode season shows...

A Midcentury Remodel by Andy Campbell Design Company Brings Magic Back Home

Photos by Alyssa Lee  People become emotionally attached to their homes for good reasons. A house might hold happy and meaningful family memories. Maybe the structure has historic or stylistic significance. Or, perhaps, the location...

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