Style + Beauty

The Boutique Edit

5 Must-Visit Minneapolis Lakes Shops That Blend Local Charm and Effortless Style Article by Sarah Knieff Belleweather A cheerful, vintage-inspired boutique filled with graphic totes, retro aprons, affordable jewelry, and crafty-cool gifts that stand out.  shopbelleweather.com .  Covered A chic shop with timeless layers and curated buys. It's your destination for effortless style with a soft, elevated edge.  shopcovered.com .  Laure’s A vibrant, sensory-rich boutique offering artful...

Home + Design

Designs That Tell A Story

Personalized Spaces to Inspire Joy Article by Sue Baldani | Photography by SpaceCrafting Our home should be an oasis, a sanctuary that lets us escape the world and its turmoil for a little while. A place that makes us smile as soon as we walk in the door, and brings a feeling of joy and contentment. “A home should also reflect the personality of the homeowner,” says Michael Anschel, owner of OA Design+Build+Architecture in Minneapolis. He and his team of in-house architects, designers, and...

Home + Design

Dream Spaces

Closet Factory Shares the Latest Trends in Home Organization Article by Sarah Knieff | Photography by Closet Factory As people continue to spend more time at home, there's a growing demand for spaces that are not only beautiful but also deeply functional and uniquely personal. Closet Factory in the Twin Cities is seeing this shift firsthand, blending organization, style, and smart design across closets, laundry rooms, mudrooms, and more. We sat down with owners Theresa and Doug Williams to...

Life + Culture

Cultivating Healthy and Beautiful Experiences

A fresh and simple take on living one’s best life Article by Sue Baldani Cari Ann Carter has a passion for design. “Even when I was very young, my mom would say I had a propensity for all things aesthetic and homemaking,” she says. This passion evolved into various careers over the years, including working in hotels and restaurants, and then transitioning into real estate. Her highly successful agency, Cari Ann Carter Group, has offices in Twin Cities, Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Southwest...