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New Minneapolis garage with built-in bar brings the party to a small backyard
An upgraded garage with a bar gives a nod to a turn-of-the-century Lowry Hill home with brickwork and other accents.
'Barkitecture' puts dogs at the center of home design
Pooch-pampering amenities include dog showers, lockers and high-tech dog doors.
Twin Cities Bungalow Club Home Tour emphasizes Arts and Crafts and Art Deco eras
See renovation and remodeling projects at Twin Cities area homes.
Plant sales offer good prices, Minnesota-hardy plants and free advice
The season for stocking up on garden goods is just beginning.
Blending 'vintage and modern,' tiny house on oversized Minneapolis lot lists for $247,000
The 565-square-foot abode makes the most of every square inch.
Tulips, those harbingers of spring, will be late this year, arboretum says
While the cold weather caused a delay in bloom times, we're still in for a tulip-filled extravaganza this season.
Where to celebrate Kentucky Derby, King's coronation — and how to pick a hat for the occasion
From predawn parties to post-race contests, here's where you can show off your chapeau.
Spring Black Fashion Week MN keeps it fresh with new events
The style series will feature a variety of new events and designers.
Announcing the 12 winners of the AIA Star Tribune Home of the Month contest
The annual contest shines a light on top home designs by Minnesota architects.
Daffodils star in upcoming flower show
Take a time out, stop and smell the daffodils. At least that's the urging behind the upcoming Daffodil Society of Minnesota's Spring Flower Show. Slated…
'Urban, timeless' St. Paul condo with views of two skylines lists for $459,900
The State Capitol and the Mississippi River also can be seen from the updated 42nd-floor unit.
Peek inside homes by top Minnesota architects at event designed to inspire
Architects, designers and homeowners will come together to highlight local projects, latest trends in home design.
$14.75 million home on Lake Minnetonka offers stunning views, nautical theme
The Nantucket-inspired house on Wayzata Bay sits on a peninsula with lakefront on three sides.
These 3 free flower shows make it feel like spring in Minnesota
It's been a long winter and a snowy spring. Here's where to see some flowers in bloom.
This Twin Cities guru is changing how we look at gardening
A fifth-generation gardener from Bailey Nurseries takes a make-it-fun approach.
3 Midwest lake retreats put 'modern edge' on traditional cabin feel
How do you combine traditional and contemporary? If these architect-designed lake places are any indication, the possibilities are endless.
Midcentury 'bunker house' on Wisconsin river bluff lists for $1 million
The seller is leaving the carefully curated furnishings for the next owner of the Fountain City home.
More is more — inside a Shoreview maximalist's vintage-style home
Gladys Tay's love of "Old World meets modern with lots of color" style has become a business for her and her husband.
Minneapolis designer hopes to make people fall back in love with old houses
Rising star Victoria Sass launched a lighting collection with Hennepin Made.
'Elegant but very warm' 1966 St. Paul home by modernist architect lists for $995,000
Award-winning architect Leonard Parker designed the 5,000-square-foot Highland Park home that's on the market for the first time.
Minneapolis homeowners combine two 'too small' rooms to make open kitchen
Janelle and Scott Nivens removed space "to get better space" for entertaining and a more casual eating nook.
Minnesota Landscape Arboretum announces new director
The new director replaces Peter Moe, who has served in various roles over his 50-year career at the arboretum.
Family's small ex-cabin on small Minneapolis lot gets 'innovative' remodel
Neighbor and architect friend designed a radical transformation for this Home of the Month winner.
What's the story behind Minneapolis' smaller houses with huge front yards?
The "back-of-lot" homes can be seen around the city, particularly in south Minneapolis.
Christopher Knight of 'Brady Bunch' fame talks home style in Minneapolis
Sitcom star Christopher Knight will talk about his home furnishings line, his HGTV run and, of course, being a Brady.
'Entry-level' Eleven condo is luxe Minneapolis tower's first resale at $1.049 million
The 42-story luxury building on the Minneapolis riverfront offers a "New York vibe of amenities and qualities."
Musician couple transform 1926 Minneapolis fixer-upper into 'inviting' oasis for art
A Minnesota native and his wife remodeled a condemned duplex to create "a North Side social club" for musicians and artists.
House, Airbnb, day care? 1874 church near Rochester ripe for reuse at $199,900
The church is one of the oldest buildings in Pine Island.
Desperate to see flowers in bloom? 3 Twin Cities area flower shows to check out
Here's what's in — or on its way to — bloom.
Minnesota's 'Laundry Evangelist' has lowdown on washing down, cashmere and more
Patric Richardson will be featured at the Home and Remodeling Show at U.S. Bank Stadium.
Lakefront Minneapolis condo with 'best views in town' lists for $500,000
The 16th-floor unit at Lake Point in Minneapolis overlooks Bde Maka Ska, Cedar Lake and more.
Minneapolis woman transforms 'Leave It to Beaver' childhood home into forever home
A retired flight attendant moved back into the house she grew up in, making modern updates while retaining the family feeling.
How to get your home organized? Get the whole family involved, Minnesota author says
Jessica Litman offers tips on organizing for the entire family from her new book, "Home Sweet Organized Home."
'Outrageous' Beautiful Gardens winner brings Wonderland to Coon Rapids
A garden based on the classic storybook "Alice in Wonderland" aims to transport visitors to another world.
Up-to-date charmer in Bryn Mawr lists for $499,900
This three-bedroom, three-bathroom Minneapolis home is so customizable you can even build your own closets.
Industrial 1980s Minneapolis condo gets 'brighter and lighter and softer' look
A downsizing Edina couple wanted to give their condo a "sustainable" update.
Lumber baron's restored 'vintage' lakeside cabin near Ely lists for $798,500
This is only the second time Oppel's Point, built as a summer retreat in 1930, has been listed.
This Betty serves pie — and a whole lot more — from her St. Paul garden
Beautiful Gardens contest winner Betty Lotterman's St. Paul garden is one of abundance and serves the greater good.
$3.8 million 'family resort' in Wisconsin comes with 3 lakes, pickleball court
57-acre property near Rice Lake features a "Montana ski lodge," many amenities and lots of space for guests.
DIYer Edina couple turn to pros for kitchen counter clutter solutions
A new layout and more storage keep appliances off the countertops in an updated Edina kitchen.
5 ways to save on your heating bill this winter
Home heating costs are expected to be at their highest in more than a decade.
Custom North Loop condo with 'A-plus' skyline views lists for $685,000
The Minneapolis condo in Rock Island Lofts features "oversized" spaces and a terrace overlooking the city.
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Holiday shopping? 56 ideas for gifts and wraps with Minnesota flair
Don't approach your celebrations empty-handed. Here are gift ideas for even the most difficult to buy for.
Minnesota lakeshore home with 'off-grid zero energy cost' lists for $2.95 million
Homeowners combined solar and geothermal energy for their resort-style home in St. Michael.
Roseville garden with ginkgo forests and rare plants offers 'series of puzzles'
Beautiful Gardens winner is a testament to Chuck Levine's lifelong dedication to plants.
'Iconic' 1872 Italianate 'fairytale' house in St. Paul lists for $635,000
The updated Como neighborhood home with a third-story tower on a rare half-acre lot has had several iterations.
'Half 1950s, half 1970s' bathroom in Uptown home gets timeless makeover
Design elements were brought in to make the room feel classic and more spacious.
Minnetonka's distinctive midcentury 'Arch House' lists for $1.2 million
The experimental "solar gain" house, built in 1965, features a curved roof on a subdividable lot near Shady Oak Beach.
Modern farmhouse tucked into hill near Stillwater offers 'beautiful' views of savanna
The AIA Home of the Month in the new White Oaks Savanna development in Grant has room for a young family to grow.
Custom-designed condo facing Gold Medal Park in Minneapolis lists for $599K
The current owner put his design background to work in updating his condo.
'Sultry, sexy' Victorian 'Goth Castle' in Hudson, Wis., lists for $1.1 million
The seven-bedroom 1900 Queen Anne Victorian turret house operates as a "spooky" Airbnb with themed rooms.
'Empty wasteland' in St. Louis Park backyard becomes outdoor theater, bar
For years, the backyard sat empty after the homeowners' children outgrew the playground. Now it's a playground for the whole family.
For Andover gardener and Beautiful Gardens winner, it's hosta la vida, baby
The self-taught gardener has more than 160 hostas registered with the American Hosta Society — just one part of the expansive gardens at his home.
Midcentury modern rambler across from Hiawatha Golf Course lists for $425,000
The refreshed south Minneapolis house is just steps from parkland, trail systems and other amenities.
1980s Mendota Heights home gets 'expansive' update to bring in natural light
The kitchen was moved to the front of the traditional Colonial home for better flow.
54-acre Minnesota peony farm with 'beautiful patchwork of color' lists for $1.495M
The southern Minnesota property is situated amid a field of rolling hills and includes a contemporary farmhouse.
1970s hillside 'Hobbit House' lists for $315,000 in River Falls, Wis.
Architect Mike McGuire's "ahead of its time" design is featured on Zillow Gone Wild.
Historic Queen Anne Victorian bed-and-breakfast in Anoka lists for $900,000
The 4,200-square-foot inn is "one of the oldest homes in Anoka County" and features separate innkeeper's quarters.
How Minnesota real estate companies are trying to keep agents safe
Concerns about crime have prompted self-defense classes.
Falling for the harvest season
These fall events are all about catering to green thumbs and home decor enthusiasts.
Two event-filled fashion weeks are slated for September
Fashion Week MN and Black Fashion Week MN focus on connection and culture.
Duluth's creek-spanning midcentury modern 'stilt house' lists for $750,000
The three-bedroom house, built with a steel frame suspended over a creek, has three en suite bathrooms and an indoor pool.
Peek inside 8 distinctive Minnesota homes on Homes by Architects tour
Projects feature a range of sizes, budgets and neighborhoods.
Remodeled 1937 Cape Cod 'cottage' in St. Louis Park lists for $599,000
Homeowners hired an architect to reconfigure the home; improvements include an open kitchen with a "Ferrari red" stove.
Parade of Homes aims to offer 'more homes at more price points' in Twin Cities area
The 340 new homes include condos and detached townhouses designed for first-time and downsizing buyers.
What to do with an old grain bin? Turn it into a gazebo, of course
A New Market family's spacious gazebo has turned into a place for quiet time and gatherings.
Luxe St. Paul condo listed at $950,000 offers modern amenities, Old World charm
The homeowners "designed around entertainment" when they combined two units in Lowertown's Great Northern lofts.
St. Paul garden tour founder is all about creating Zen in his garden — and his home
For more than a decade, Joe Landsberger has been a fixture of St. Paul's West End Neighbors Garden Tour.
$450,000 Bryn Mawr home includes 'food forest' and Utepils membership
The updated 1924 Minneapolis house has an "established food forest" and pollinator-friendly prairie plantings.
Minnesota Landscape Arboretum's osprey nest cam takes flight with fans
An egg hatched, revealing a wobbly little chick that rapidly grew from sleepy to sprightly.
Updated 1920s home near Great Minnesota Get-Together is fair game at $389,700
The light-filled house is near the State Fairgrounds and other amenities in St. Paul's close-knit Como neighborhood.
Wisconsin lake cabin with 'modern, clean lines' built for multiple generations
This Home of the Month winner was designed to separate public and private spaces and offer multi-generational living.
Landmark 1936 house on Cedar Lake in Minneapolis lists for $3.95 million
The International and Art Moderne house was featured on the cover of "Legendary Homes of the Minneapolis Lakes."
Announcing the 6 winners of the 2022 Star Tribune Beautiful Gardens contest
Behind their beauty, these gardens have a bounty of unique stories behind them, too.
Edina home built for Maid of Scandinavia founder lists for $1.795 million
The architect-designed "fortress of a home" is a midcentury marvel.
