Why “cheap now” often means “expensive later”—and how to make smarter design decisions.

When it comes to renovating a home, it’s tempting to stretch the budget by choosing lower-priced finishes. But when it comes to interior design, finishes aren’t just the final layer; they’re the surfaces you live with and touch every day. And when quality is compromised, the consequences show up far sooner than expected.

The month of April meant earth day, and we were honored to participate in a panel discussion about environmental stewardship in the field of interior design. We had great conversations and it was inspiring to come together with other people who understand how we design and build matters just as much as what we design and build.

It is becoming more apparent that the choices we make in our daily lives can have a significant impact on the environment. One transformative way to contribute to a healthier planet is by adopting plastic-free alternatives for our home essentials.

When you live in the midwest, or the north, as many of us in Minnesota like to say, you’ve got to find ways to enjoy the cold, dark winters.

Selecting the right sofa can be difficult; to help make this process even a little bit easier, we thought we’d share generally how sofas are made, the components within them and what you might consider when making your selection.

It is estimated that the average person spends between 87-93% of their time indoors and indoor air can be two to five times more polluted than normal outdoor air. We set out to briefly explain what indoor air quality is, why it matters and how you can take action to control your environment.