Sand Lake Project: Creating a Timeless Wisconsin Retreat
Sand Lake Project: Creating a Timeless Wisconsin Retreat As an Interior Design firm, we get the privilege to do more than just design high-end spaces. We get to create a place that brings joy and peace to our clients. Spring 2023 witnessed the transformation of a tired and dim property nestled in Webster, Wisconsin, into…
4 Reasons You’ll Want A Scullery in Your Custom Home
4 Reasons You’ll Want A Scullery in Your Custom Home In the world of interior design, the term “scullery” may not be as well-known as other design elements, but it’s gaining popularity for good reasons. A scullery is a fantastic addition to any modern kitchen. It provides numerous benefits, including additional storage, prep space, and…
The Ultimate Guide to Finding an Interior Designer in Minneapolis
The Ultimate Guide to Finding an Interior Designer in Minneapolis So, you’re ready to revamp your tired living space? Are you looking to turn a newly built house into a home but you have no idea where to start? Finding the right interior designer can feel a little daunting if you don’t know what you’re…
How to Decorate Your Mantel for Christmas
How to Decorate Your Mantel for Christmas Ready to decorate your mantel for Christmas? It may feel a bit overwhelming but with a few tips and the right pieces, you too can create a space that spreads Christmas cheer! As the holiday season approaches, there’s a special kind of magic in the air, and for…
Artisan Home Brought to Light – Part 1
Shining a Light on Light Fixture Selections Many considerations go into the selection of light fixtures for a space. How much natural lighting is available, how big [or small] is the area that requires light, what other finishes are used in the room that may need to be matched or complimented, and so forth. We…
The Timeless Art of Cane
High Point 2022 Spring Market did not disappoint this year! We saw so many beautiful things, but one very consistent attribute we saw in each showroom- caning. The cane revealed itself in a variety of furniture pieces – seats, chair backs, cabinets, lighting…you name it! It was featured with different finishes – painted, stained, and…
RKID Guide to Countertops
The age old question, “What’s the best countertop for MY kitchen?” The truth is, that really depends on YOU! What are you initially drawn to? Do you love the look and feel of natural-made slabs of granite, quartzite, or marble? Are you ok with some possible imperfections? Or do you need your space to be…
RKID Lavender Favorites
Lavender is my favorite color of Spring. It’s such a welcomed sight to see the soft buds blooming after a long gray winter. Not to mention the fragrance is just as gorgeous! Today on the blog, I’m sharing RKID’s lavender favorites and a few items on this season’s wishlist. The lavender background of Schumacher x…
RKID Guide to Selecting the Perfect Sofa
When you’re in the market for a new sofa, all of the options available can make it challenging to figure out where to start. The “perfect” sofa can mean something different for just about everyone, and the process usually comes with many questions. After years of specifying sofas in all shapes and sizes, I am…
Feeling Green
Green is a color of beauty, new beginnings, health, and it’s my FAVORITE color! In honor of St. Patrick’s Day, the only day I’m Irish, today’s blog post lists my favorite things green… in no particular order! Ahhh, my front door. I’m so glad I went with Sherwin Williams Cilantro 6453. It’s been such a…
Top 5 Paint Colors Fall 2019
#1 Question I get asked hands down… What is the latest paint colors that are popular? These change season to season of course, as are the latest trends in fashion. And what is the best paint to use? Personally, I prefer Benjamin Moore paints. Although, I have painters that swear by many other types of…
A Trip to the Farmers Market…
Saturday Morning – 7:00 AM. Something about a farmers’ market makes me want to get up early (amazing, I know), grab all of the cash I can find (I never have cash), and a Starbucks and head over to see beauty in every direction. Putting on my wide-brimmed hat I carry my Trader Joe’s reusable…
We Made It…finally!
I’m sure you are thinking that as an interior designer, building a home would be a breeze, right? I have to say, 80% of the choices were instant for me, but the other 20% was a struggle, and they seemed to vary over the finishes and placement of whatever I was struggling with vs. the…
Highlights of 2017
I love the holiday season, things seem to slow down and speed up all at the same time. After Thanksgiving it is hard to stop the process of reflection as we near the most sentimental part of this time of year, Christmas and New Years. Looking back on 2017 we have had some major milestones…
What is Transitional Style?
A question I get asked frequently from clients is “What is transitional style? I hear it used casually when talking about seemingly traditional interiors but they are also kind of contemporary”. That is exactly it! I will explain what transitional means to RKID and how it is used- and how you could be using it.…
Being Thankful: 10 Things We Are Thankful For This Season
Thanksgiving is a great opportunity to reflect on all the things that fill us with gratitude. I am always thankful for my families understanding that sometimes work follows me home. But for this list I want to focus on what I am thankful for in the Design industry. Hopefully this list not only kick starts your…
Designer Profile: Aerin Lauder
As a designer we have to constantly be on top of current trends but also understand tradition. A designer that pulls off the mix is Aerin Lauder. She is one of those people that does it all. Granddaughter to the esteemed Estée Lauder, Aerin makes a name for herself in her own right. She serves…
How to Style Your Bookshelf
Bookshelves are little windows into understanding who the book owner truly is. Whether it be a bookshelf for one or a family of ten; It’s a place to express your individual preferences and interests in life. Some people stock their shelves with The Times Best Seller List and others relish the past by buying the…
Rebranding with Amber Hurdle
This past week I was featured on a podcast with ‘Bombshell Business’ hosted by business coach, Amber Hurdle. She runs a business think tank out of Nashville, TN and works with clients all over the world. Collaborating with Amber Hurdle was one of those experiences that I would recommend for any business, small or Fortune 100.…
How to Choose Wall Art and Hang it
When selecting art for your home or office there a few considerations to keep in mind. Color, content, and texture are some of them but what about if your not even sure about what colors belong in the the space. Framing is necessary and can often intimidate a buyer (black frame-white mat vs. gold frame- off white mat?!).…
Renae Keller is an award-winning, ASID certified interior designer in Minneapolis-St. Paul, specializing in new construction and large remodels. Trusted by homebuilders, architects and homebuyers alike, Renae is known for creating an overall design vision that blends functionality and aesthetics, while keeping the details intertwined, and her customer's style in clear focus.
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