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Mark Brunetz is Designing for a Difference
Pro bono looks good on a résumé, but Mark Brunetz lives the lifestyle – he holds it dear to his heart. Having won an Emmy for his work on Style Network’s Clean House, he doesn’t allow that to get to...
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Out Reach: Extend Your Personality To Your Yard
By Robert Kramer Even though the proverbial “cold day in hell” has shown its icy countenance more than once this winter, it’s time to start thinking outdoors. There’s a growing trend (forgive the pun)...
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Out With The Old, In With The New
By Ed Roskowinski, CR The implementation of a temporary moratorium on new residential construction and larger additions in the 13th Ward of Minneapolis has brought attention to the growing challenges...
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Lisa Antenucci: Modern Pride
Burgess in the spring. Photo by Tracy LeCapitaine by Lisa Antenucci After living in their 1 1/2 story home in the Como Park area of St. Paul for eight years, Heather Jennings and Noelle Stoyles decided...
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Vine Art: Turning the Ugly into the Beautiful
Teardrops in the forest. Photo courtesy of David Cook Picture it: you’re walking through the woods and you happen upon a group of tear drops made of vines hanging from the trees. Is this the work of...
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Urban Gardening: Mini Spaces – Many Charms
By Robert Kramer Feasts for eyes and appetites require planning. Whether you have space for lots of pots or just a simple window box, mix your planting with bright colored annuals and your favorite...
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On The Fence: An Artistic Solution To A Practical Need
Catherine and Mel with one of their dogs, Max. Photos by Mike Hnida “Good fences make good neighbors.” Though Robert Frost penned those words long before our time, this phrase calls to mind a fence in...
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Lake of the Isles Home Makeover
Photo by Troy Theis Nobody said it would be easy. “Ingenious” is the word that comes to mind. The young family yearned to remodel the stately 1915 Georgian brick home anchoring the southwest corner of...
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The Land of 10,001 Lakes
By Ed Roskowinski, CR Okay, so you weren’t thinking that the Land of 10,000 Lakes included one in your basement. But lo-and-behold, when you walk down your stairs, you find all your precious belongings...
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Karamo Brown, the Newest Addition to the Oprah Brand
Photo courtesy of Karamo Brown As the host of #OWNShow, a daily digital show brought to you by the Oprah Winfrey empire, Karamo Brown provides the audience with stackable clips that entertain, educate,...
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New Home Sprinkler Mandate
By Ed Roskowinski, CR On July 28, 2014 Minnesota lawmakers passed requirements for fire sprinklers to be included in the construction of all new homes larger than 4,500 square feet, including...
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Italian Flair: Kitchens for Who You Are
The two women who share this home in Edina went to Valcucine looking for modern, minimalist, and clean cabinetry. Photo by Hubert Bonnet Cabinets can devour the bulk of a budget during a kitchen...
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Hot Topic: Solar and Fire as Alternative Heat
Photo courtesy of Bridgewater Construction LLC The tremendous growth in the industry surrounding solar power in the U.S. is helping to pave the way to a cleaner, more sustainable energy future. Over...
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Shining a Light on Home Design
Photo courtesy of Highmark Builders It’s common knowledge that functional spaces need enough light for the given activity. A chair needs a lamp to read by and a desk needs a desk lamp for office-type...
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All the World’s a Stage, and Your Home is the Star
Sarah Gordon. Photo by Hubert Bonnet All of the steps have been completed: the real estate agent listed the property, the house has been cleaned, the lawn has been mowed, and numerous families have...
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R J Kramer: Fright Night
Tricks and treats for your Halloween happening. Halloween. There is no better excuse to have a party. Here are some tips to make your event “come alive”. “Over the top” is not only OK on Halloween,...
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Holiday Entertaining: Out with the Scary, In with the Merry
Photo by Rebecca Jean Lawrence Photography By Ryan Kroening Candles lit: check Beverages chilling: check Food ready to be served: check Guest arrival: commence Let’s get this party started! Whether...
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Winter Gardening: Decorating for the Holidays
Photos Courtesy of Phillips Garden By Tom Kerby and the team at Phillips Garden It may be November, but the gardening season is not quite over. Keep your place looking beautiful during nature’s...
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Holiday Décor: Tips from the Professionals
The holidays are upon us and, no matter which holiday you celebrate this season, the Twin Cities has a plethora of retailers with items for your decorating needs. Covering a wide base of heritages and...
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2014 Holiday Gift Guide: Randy Stern
Sam Smith, In The Lonely Hour Like most music lovers, I have been relegated to buying individual songs from iTunes rather than purchasing a full album. My reasoning has been the lack of real albums out...
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