Welcome, Readers, to our design issue. While the theme typically lends itself to home interiors and structural plans, the word design can also be...
September 2026
Dial Into Minnetonka Community Ed’s “Story Line”
For children, an important component in developing their reading skills is being read to, developing language and comprehension. Minnetonka...
Sunrise Over Minnehaha Headwaters
A change of plans led Chris Murphy to an early morning visit to a lakeside park. “I enjoy Grays Bay Dam Park for sunrises and the east side of the...
Topical Page-Turner
Does a trip back in time change the present? It’s the age of influencers, and Natalie Heller Mills posts daily to her 8 million...
The Hotel Landing Sets a New Course With Belle & Grey
The new restaurant makes a welcome landing at the Wayzata hotel. By now, word has been circulating over the spring and summer that The Hotel...
Artist Captures a Study in Blue
September brings a feeling of coziness to our home, signaling a return from summer travels and readiness to jump back into a new chapter. I love how...
Activate Grandparent Mode When the Family Tree Begins To Grow
Becoming a grandparent is the threshold into a new stage of life. Who doesn’t relish the cherub baby stage or the out-of-the-mouth-of-babes younger...
Meaning and Intention With Design & Décor by Ispiri
An interior designer shares how art can transform a house into a deeply personal, story-driven home. For interior designer Jenny Jorgensen, art is...
Pro Shares How To Prepare for the End of Boating Season
The end of the boating season is only a flip of the calendar away. Don’t blame the messenger. It’s getting to be that time. This time of year...
Embrace the Best of Zucchini and Corn Season
When two classic summer vegetables come together, they form this simple and delicious dish. Crispy and light, I love to serve these Zucchini and...
James J. Hill Days Blends History With Local Pride
The celebration honoring James J. Hill brings three days of music, markets and community. From September 11–13, the Wayzata West Metro Chamber will...
Editors RSVP to Belle & Grey
An invitation to dinner, especially when it’s within walking distance to Lake Minnetonka, is always a reason to RSVP, “Yes.” Digital editor Madeline...
Superior Contracting Remodel Merges Form and Function
A family’s lifestyle serves as the cornerstone of their home’s remodel design. Form vs. function; beauty vs. utility; aesthetic vs. purpose. For...
Dancing With the Stars Pro Recalls His Minnetonka Roots
Growing up, Alan Bersten understood where his talent could take him. But that early understanding had its price—the ability to cultivate a wide...
Golf Simulators and the Home Green Advantage
Years ago, playing a round of golf in your home sounded as realistic as flying cars. Now, it’s a reality. An in-home golf lounge isn’t just a...
Meet the Family Behind Dance With Us America
We have stars in our midst. They’re tucked away inside the lower level of Southdale Center behind an unassuming studio marquee that reads, Dance...
