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November 21, 2017
Same house, second inspection... what now?

Same house, second inspection... what now?

What happens when we get a request to inspect a house a second time? This question comes from a thousand other home inspectors.
Home & Garden
November 20, 2017

$1.4M townhouse offers 'suburban living' in Minneapolis' North Loop

The home has panoramic views of the Mississippi River and Minneapolis skyline.
Home & Garden
November 18, 2017
June 17, 1952 Doanld C. Dayton And Victor Gruen - Dayton Company president and architect study model of planned shopping center. Marty Nordstrom, Minn

The story of Southdale and northern-climate gardening

Home & Garden
November 18, 2017
The 1980s interiors were refreshed with a new charcoal Venetian plaster fireplace surround, honed granite hearth and warm maple floors.

A tired '80s tract home in Bloomington gets a stylish refresh

With some strategic modifications, the outdated split-level tract home feels much more connected — and homey.
Home & Garden
November 18, 2017
Kitchen (U+B)

Cramped, dark kitchen in Kenwood is transformed into 'heart of the home'

How to turn an outdated kitchen into something stylish and spectacular.
Home & Garden
November 17, 2017
St. Louis Park
Built in 1950, this three-bedroom, one-bath house has 1,406 square feet and features an upper level bedroom, newer roof, furnace and ai

Home listings: What $240,000 buys in the Twin Cities

Home & Garden
November 17, 2017
Home plan: French country comfort

Home plan: French country comfort

Home & Garden
November 17, 2017

Renting and the law: Landlord wants to renovate before tenant moves out

Home & Garden
November 17, 2017
Carol and Tom Insley are building Granite House, a residence for young people living with severe and permanent brain injuries. The posed for a photo a

Metro area couple build haven for young people with brain injuries, including their son

A small group home in West Lakeland Township provides sensory stimulation and individualized care.
Home & Garden
November 16, 2017

Does a duck's quack echo?

Strange things people believe
Home & Garden
November 15, 2017
Three-story penthouse condo in the Six Quebec building offers skyscraper views for $2.25 million.

$2.25M penthouse condo offers skyscraper views in heart of downtown Mpls.

If you've ever wondered about that green glass cube on the roof at 6th and Marquette, now is your chance to look inside.
Home & Garden
November 14, 2017
This snowy owl near an airport runway is in danger of damage to its hearing.

Birds have 'ageless ears,' but airport noise may push them

Home & Garden
November 14, 2017
This partial tea set is more than 100 years old, but does it have significant value? (Handout/TNS) ORG XMIT: 1212759

Treasures: Partial tea set should be cherished as family heirloom

Home & Garden
November 14, 2017
FLIR ONE Pro: a home inspector's review

FLIR ONE Pro: a home inspector's review

I had a chance to test out the FLIR ONE Pro Thermal Camera, which is a $399 mobile phone accessory with the same resolution as the FLIR E6.
Home & Garden
November 12, 2017
Coon Rapids: Built in 1965, this three-bedroom, two-bath house has 1,483 square feet and features three bedrooms on one level, hardwood floors,full pa

Home listings: What $194,900 buys in the Twin Cities

Home & Garden
November 11, 2017

Events: Seasonal spruce-tip containers, Thanksgiving centerpieces, holiday shopping

Home & Garden
November 10, 2017
Product designer Steph Liberko has decorated her home in Hudson, Wis., with nine themed rooms; it will be featured on the city's "Christmas Tour of Ho

Get fresh ideas for seasonal decor at holiday home tours

Holiday home tours showcase seasonal trends — from homespun to booze-infused.
Home & Garden
November 10, 2017
Overflowing cast iron urns line the front walkway to Shari Taylor Wilsey's St. Paul home.

Winner of 'Beautiful Gardens' contest shares secrets of her 'Wow!' gardens on Summit Avenue

A St. Paul gardener's artful vignettes — some splashy, some serene — kick off this year's Beautiful Gardens series.
Home & Garden
November 10, 2017
This contemporary-style house on Lake Minnetonka was designed by architect Arthur Dickey.

Ex-Best Buy exec's Lake Minnetonka modernist home hits market for $1.9M

Former Best Buy exec's home was designed for entertaining with guest suite, pool and media room with bar.
Home & Garden
November 10, 2017
Home plan: A versatile Craftsman ranch (111217)

Home plan: Versatile Craftsman ranch

Home and Garden

Coverage of the latest trends in beautiful Minnesota gardens and home decor.