“The rug came from Hirshfield’s, a local (Minneapolis) showroom .”  Design by Lisa     “ The color of the vanity is Hirshfield‘s Color #0540 – Praise Giving”   Martha O’Hara Interiors “The exterior color is Hirshfield’s 8632W Timeless Gray. The shutters are painted Hirshfield’s Old Porch 8636N.”  Alethia with Erotas Building Corporation “Paint – Benjamin Moore #2057-20, Galapagos...Read More

Can we all just agree that summer goes by much too quickly here in Minnesota? Ok? Agreed. Thankfully, design transcends time and allows us to keep summer alive in our homes all year long! Here are some of our favorite year-round summer-inspired design elements: Grass cloth wallcoverings Adding natural elements, like grass cloth wallcoverings, to your...Read More

Schumacher Byzantium book Another colorway of the Nasrid Palace Mosaic House of Turquoise Thibaut Silhouettes Schumacher wallcovering Pattern from Pip (totally Anthropology looking) Pip – get use to seeing seafoam…again! Pattern from the  Suzani book Pattern from the Geometric book House of Turquoise Pattern from the Suzani book There are so many rockin’ wallpapers available...Read More

A fresh coat of paint can give new life to an old piece of furniture, an outdated room or even a home’s entire exterior! However, sometimes before you can add that fresh coat of paint you have to first remove the old layer(s). Removing old paint can sometimes prove to be an icky task and...Read More

Summer is the best time of year to get the neighbors together for a backyard cookout or a relaxing drink on the patio. Especially here in the Midwest, we need to take advantage of the short time frame we have to spend time outside! Turn your backyard into a fun and inviting space with these...Read More

Decorative hardware can be used to enhance many different styles of custom window treatments. Any decor style from traditional to contemporary to casual or eclectic can be found to suit your decorating scheme. Choosing the right drapery hardware is not only important for the design of your treatment but also the function of your treatment. Does...Read More

Finishing touches make all the difference when it comes to the overall look of your home. The window boxes full of colorful flowers, the paver stones winding through the backyard, and the classic shutters adorning your windows. Even though these “finishing touches” may be subtle, they still deserve the proper attention and upkeep needed to...Read More

Furnishing a home can be a major investment. You have the necessities – a table, bed, dinnerware, and a place to sit. Then you have the “nice to haves” – wall art, fancy lighting, a glam rug, and accessories to tie the space together. When you’re excited about decorating, and anxious to get started, the...Read More

When you have the right design plan, you don’t have to worry about accepting a space as-is. There are very few flaws that can’t be “designed away!” For example, if you have a room that feels dark and gloomy try these design tips and tricks to make it feel lighter and brighter! Add a mirror...Read More

It’s that finishing touch that just makes a room feel complete; a touch of black. Black is the “decorative weight” or grounding force that creates a sense of completeness in a room. Best of all, it goes with everything so no matter what your decorating style you can always incorporate a touch of black. Are...Read More