Update your kitchen. Brighten the entire home. Update your kitchen… Like many kitchens, your kitchen is probably the most adored room in your home. The wear and tear on your countertops, appliances, gear and more is proof that it’s your favorite spot. If you have hungry kids, it’s where they hang out. It’s where you
Interior designer Tiffany Hanken understands how the right space can impact happiness and she’s letting her clients in on the secret. An interview by Tina Jepson Tiffany Hanken of Tiffany Hanken Design, an interior design firm based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, has one main goal: to help her clients design a life they love. Using her
Interior Design: The Process The end-to-end processes behind the scene of any job or project, let alone interior design, are what qualify a service to be considered world-class. The initial inquiry, to the consultation, to project scope, coordination, execution and inspection. When working with an interior designer, you should expect no less. Your home is
Coastal Design Ideas have always been popular, but with some focus from popular television programs and interior design companies, the appeal to have a coastal home wherever you may live has grown increasingly popular. If you’ve fallen in love with coastal design and want your home to give that seaboard warm and fuzzy when your guests
The Kitchen Backsplash; Your Home’s Focal Point The kitchen backsplash is no longer simply to protect walls from spills, splatters, gunk, and blowups. Any home renovation or tile store will showcase a wide array of eye-catching materials like glass, wood, metals, stone, mosaics and more. These design ideas have helped to make the kitchen backsplash the focal
Home Renovation at 1311 Toledo Avenue North, Minneapolis, MN Bittersweet home renovation… This project was a labor of love for me. You just don’t know what the end result will be or what you may encounter while taking on rehab project with an older home. But, when the project is approached with the eye of an
More Shiplap Please! There’s no doubt that with the popularity of television home rehab programs like Fixer Upper, that some trends just tend to get reignited. Shiplap is one of those trends. Modern day shiplap is, of course, a bit different from the original, but where did it really come from? If you’re fortunate enough
Bar Stools Have Taken Over Interior Design Bar stools are the new focus piece for many interior designers and the ultimate piece of jewelry for your kitchen. The best part about today’s interior design standards is that you can be as creative as you want. And items that were the norm in 1920’s – 1960’s
A Little Bit about Marble The very brief history… The word “marble” originates from the Greek, marmaros, meaning “a snow white and spotless stone”. Be this as it may, marble can be found in a rainbow of colors. The use of this stone in architecture dates back thousands of years to ancient Egyptian and Mesopotamian
The Pantone Color Green Across Europe As an Interior Designer, I am constantly looking for inspiration in my life – everywhere that I go. This year’s selection for Pantone’s Color of the Year was a shocker to some people. But like many of those that work in the design industry, the color “Green” was an
Houzz Tour with Tiffany Hanken of Minneapolis Take a big, open space with brick walls, lots of light and large views. Then try to figure out how to encompass a living area, desk area, sitting area and dining area in that space, with “feminine touches, but nothing over the top.” Designer Tiffany Hanken did just
Your bedroom is your Sanctuary. It is the essence of your home and your livelihood. Upon entering the Master Bedroom, you should be instantly transformed to place of heavenly whispers and comfort – swooned with delight. It should be a place of zen and balance to you, and comfort and warmth to your guests. Getting good
Nothing beats unwinding outdoors during the summertime. The warm sunshine, blue skies and fresh air offer an invitation for ultimate relaxation. Whether you’re planning to host a large soiree or organize an intimate gathering, there is no better spot to savor than a serene porch. The right design elements can make any exterior space feel