Home Dish Newsletter

August 2009


August 13, 2009

Introducing Lucero Studio

We put a teeny notice in our upcoming September issue, but just didn't have the space to explain our excitement for a new furniture line & studio that made its grand debut this summer. Lucero Studio, a partnership between Eden Prairie architect/interior designer Bill Costello and Minneapolis artisan Mark Bouchard, is the name of the new enterprise. Their just-introduced furniture line includes 14 pieces, from the steel and rough wood "C.M.O." desk, to the light-as-air wood "Buchner" bed, to an aluminum pen rest that speaks to elegance in... Read more »

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August 10, 2009

New Modern Fireplace by Radius Design

German company Radius Design has introduced a minimalist, glass-enclosed fireplace that's really quite lovely. The new "Uni" runs on ethanol, requires no chimney, and burns without smoke and particles. Brilliant. Special order it through Susan Wittine, studio proprietor at Design Within Reach in Minneapolis: 612-827-0990. $1,800 and requires a 12 to 16 week wait.

 

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August 10, 2009

Poliform Showroom Closing, Selling Off Fancy Store Displays/Kitchen/Furniture

A touch of bad news today: the high-end North Loop showroom Poliform, specializing in high-dollar, high-glamour Italian kitchens, closets, and furniture, has announced that it's closing its doors. Flexform and Poliform, two of the most popular lines, will still be available by order through Dwelling Designs, in Minneapolis. In the meantime, check out the clearance sale, with lots of stunning and luxurious samples waiting for a willing buyer: Poliform Sale.

 

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August 7, 2009

One-Day Sale at Victory, This Saturday

There is never a bad time to stock up on classy candles, prime books, quality bedding, and gifts, but the best time is when they’re on sale. Victory, the Minneapolis shop always full of great finds, has us covered with a one-day-only, can’t-miss sale this Saturday. EVERYTHING storewide will be on sale, including their beautiful and versatile (not to mention delightful-smelling) Lafco New York Candle line, so be sure to get there right away for the best deals! Doors open at 11 am.

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August 6, 2009

Sale at Nature's Harvest, Now Through Sat

Wayzata design shop Nature's Harvest, the best of the best with floral and silk designs, is having a great summer garage sale. Bargains include savings of over 50% on overstock items—think stunning pottery, gardening accessories, high-quality dishware, flower arrangements and gifts all half-off.

And if great deals aren’t enough to tempt you, make sure to stop by their impressive outdoor garden center while you still can. It’s only open during the warmer months. Sale runs through Saturday.

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"Home Dish" is the place Midwest Home readers can drop in to catch up on the Twin Cities' home and design scene—the news, events, and trends. Editor Chris Lee and contributing editors will share their inspirations, finds, and design obsessions. We'll dish on the latest happenings, and bring you along as we attend exclusive previews, discover cool products, and talk with design experts. Have a local design fave or dilemma of your own? Tell us about it.
 

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Contributing Experts:
—William Beson, founder and CEO of Beson Kading Interior Design Group
—Dave Amundson, Owner TreHus Architects, Interior Designers, Builders
—AIA Minnesota
—Stacy Isaacson Smith, Yardscapes
—Tom Norris-Norvoll, Showroom Manager, Pipeline Supply
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