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

Sidelights are the long windows on either side of your front door or French doors. Offering a hearty welcome, doors with sidelights tend to be the focal point of the front or back of the home. Covering the sidelights for privacy can be challenging, as not all window treatments are available for that size of...Read More

How seriously cool is this leather rug repurposed from belts? Can you stand it? I have to give credit to Cupboards for sharing the Ting love. Did anyone else instantly think, ” I can do that?” Head over to Cupboards for more leather love! Wall treatment from beltsRead More

FASHION IN MOTION Virtually every Hunter Douglas product can be outfitted with a motorized system. The system appropriate for your custom window coverings depends mostly on the type of product you purchase. If you have to step into the bathtub to raise or lower your window treatment, you’ll want to check out these motorized options...Read More

Gender neutral colors are great when you are expecting but don’t know your baby’s gender – but gender neutral does not mean gender boring. Pastel yellow has long been the perfect color for those not in the know.  Today’s yellow for tomorrow’s toddler is bright and mixed with neon lime, orange and blue. Orange is...Read More

The colonial history of the United States covers the history from the start of European settlement until 1776 when the Thirteen Colonies declared their independence as the United States of America on July 4th. This was a period of great transition for our country and a time when styles were blended together to create American...Read More

Summertime weather forecasts here in Minnesota usually include the three “H’s” – hot, hazy and humid. Sure you could crank up the AC or turn on some fans to help cool your home down, but you could also simply add a fourth “H” to that list – Hirshfield’s – and combat the summer heat (and...Read More

To: Hirshfield’s Management I recently had a delightful experience working with Tom Schoening at your Edina Store. He handled all my questions professionally and did a wonderful job in assisting me with color selections & preparation of paint samples for my client. His work facilitated the decision process and expedited the order…an all around great...Read More

What paint colors are on the minds of Hirshfield’s customers when they walk into our stores? Jill ( Hirshfield’s Edina) tells me their customers like the idea of using gray and try to use gray in their homes. Guess what? A number of customers return to the store enveloped in a cloud of gray ennui....Read More