July 2008


July 28, 2008

Make a Splash

         

The word luxury just got a whole new definition. Mandala (www.mandalatile.com), a relatively new luxury tile brand from parent company Oceanside Glasstile, has just launched its Presidio collection, featuring handcrafted porcelain mosaics made in Italy. Exclusively crafted for Mandala, this new collection comes in eight colors, eight blends, and seven different patterns, but, if you're really up for outdoing the Joneses, custom blends are also available. Check out... Read more »

Posted on Monday, July 28, 2008 in Home Dish | Permalink | Comments (0)


July 3, 2008

Time for a Kitchen Redo? Ikea Hosts Silent Auction

            

Ready for kitchen re-do, but lacking tons of cash? In an effort to make way for their new 2009 merchandise, Ikea is hosting a silent auction for a kitchen valued at more than $16,000—the bidding starts at $700. Stop by anytime between July 4–9 for your chance at taking home some “Akurum” cabinetry and a kitchen island, natural wood countertops, two “Luftig” exhaust hoods, two “Hemkar” stove top ranges, and two “Energisk”... Read more »

Posted on Thursday, July 3, 2008 in Home Dish | Permalink | Comments (0)


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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 other staff bloggers 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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William Beson, better known as Billy, is the founder and CEO of Beson Kading Interior Design Group in Minneapolis. Billy has been creating stylish rooms—and answering questions about interior design—for more than 25 years.  Need some help on a vexing design problem or an expert opinion on furniture dilemma? Send your questions to AskTheExpert@MidwestHomeMag.com and check back for his answer.