Center of the Home: Inspiring Kitchen Design

At REFINED, the core of our work is designing around our clients’ lifestyles. Our expertise is creating homes that are equally beautiful and functional.

Kitchens, in particular, host a range of family life, meaning they need to be built efficiently! From homework to meal prep to hosting, we design deeply practical and gorgeous spaces people want to inhabit.

Scroll below to explore a few of our favorite kitchens. Whether you're looking for style inspiration, storage ideas, or how to expertly integrate trends, we've got a little bit of everything to share!

Fresh Air: Indoor/Outdoor Spaces for Spring

Few things compare to the joy that accompanies the changing seasons in the Midwest. There's nothing like enduring a long winter to make you appreciate the beauty of spring! If you also can't stop daydreaming about green grass and sitting in the sun, you're in the right place. Today we’re sharing some of our favorite indoor/outdoor client spaces.

As the seasons change, porches, in particular, are a real lifesaver during rollercoaster weather days. You get a taste of the outdoors but can still control your environment - think fireplaces! Scroll below to explore our favorite spots to soak up the sunshine and breathe in the fresh air!

Design Trends: Inspiring Wallpaper Selections

Few finishes have more staying power than wallpaper. Trends come and go, but the best styles stand the test of time. Our favorite designers and brands always find new and inspiring ways to reinvent and revitalize wallpaper.

One of the things we love most about wallpaper is its versatility. No matter your taste, from neutrals to bright colors, soft florals to bold graphic patterns, optical illusions to large-scale designs that function more as art - endless options are available!

Many of our recent client projects feature gorgeous wallpaper. We’ve seen it used in powder rooms, pantries, laundry rooms, bedrooms, kids’ bathrooms, offices, mudrooms, and even on ceilings. Scroll below to explore a gallery of some of our favorite wallpaper patterns!

Elegant Edina New Construction

Today we’re excited to share a glimpse inside this elegant new construction in Edina! While this lovely home isn’t fully furnished yet, the finishes throughout are worth admiring on their own.

Some of our favorite projects are a seamless blend of classic style and modern trends. This beautiful home has traditional spaces, but they're tailored to this family’s unique lifestyle.

A few of our favorite design highlights from this home include:

• Stunning light fixtures that make a statement

• Bright floral powder room wallpaper

• A grand central staircase

• Relaxing oversized showers and classic soaking tub

• Distinctive copper roof

Want to explore more of this incredible project? Scroll below to see all the photos and design details!