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Kate Roos Design is a full service design firm based in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

10/31/2026

Happy Halloween everyone!

Many thanks to for the picture. If you are not familiars with her photography, get familiar. She's amazing!

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10/30/2026

This image of the Hillcrest project feels like a Friday afternoon, don't you think?

A cozy and cheerful invitation to the weekend. Set those clocks back and enjoy the extra sleep 😴

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10/28/2026

Small Bathroom, Big Transformation | Winnetka Hills Bathroom Remodel & Smart Space Planning

If you live in a Minnesota home built between the 1920s and 1970s (and beyond), chances are you've seen this bathroom layout. Walk through the door, vanity and toilet on one side, tub/shower combo on the other.

It's a classic. And not always in a good way.

These bathrooms often feel cramped, lack functional storage, and leave little room to maneuver. Expanding them usually means sacrificing precious square footage from an adjacent bedroom or closet.

But here's the good news: You don't always need more space. You need a better plan.

The Winnetka Hills Bath is a perfect example.

By rethinking the existing layout, we created a longer vanity with more functional drawer storage and a dedicated linen cabinet that replaced an awkward, overly deep hall closet.

Add in updated fixtures, thoughtful finishes, and a fresh, modern aesthetic, and suddenly this hardworking little bathroom feels entirely different. No addition. No sacrificing a bedroom. Just smarter space planning. Swipe to compare the before-and-after floor plans.

Are you all too familiar with this bathroom layout? Tell us about it!

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10/27/2026

Some kitchens are made for cooking. Others are made for making memories. This one was designed for both.

This time of year often takes me back to Birchwood Acres, a project we photographed around in October just a handful of years ago.

A wonderful collaboration with my dear friend Stacy Sullivan, this kitchen was designed with gathering in mind. Generous work surfaces, seating for six, and breathtaking views of the birch forest and sparkling Lake Pepin make it a pretty dreamy place to spend time with the people you love.

And looking back at these photos? It feels just as fresh and inviting today as it did when we finished it.

And here's something you may not know! Birchwood Acres is available for family reunions, corporate retreats, and special gatherings. A beautiful setting for making a few memories of your own.

"Birchwood Acres is set on a serene bluff-top overlooking Lake Pepin and offers Hampton style living in a relaxed setting.

Birchwood sleeps 20 with 5 bedrooms, including a bunkhouse, and 5 bathrooms. Enjoy the beautiful outdoor space watching the sailboats pass by, swapping stories by the bonfire or inside playing ping pong or shuffleboard. What ever it is you prefer, plan on leaving relaxed and refreshed."

Take a peek. Link in bio

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10/26/2026

Making an Entrance: Three Arches, One Beautiful Sightline | Portland Kitchen Renovation

Sometimes the most beautiful design details are the ones you might not even notice.

The Portland Kitchen has a lot going for it, but one of my favorite features rarely gets the attention it deserves.

Three perfectly aligned arches frame the view as you walk through the front door, creating a beautiful sightline through the home.

The inspiration? An original archway that was already part of the house.

We carried that architectural detail through the new design, carefully considering the proportions, alignment, and relationship between the spaces so the result feels as though it has always been there.

Honoring old homes isn't just our job. It's a privilege.

Simple or ornate, are you someone who geeks out on little architectural details like we do? 😃

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10/24/2026

Sometimes the smallest details are the ones we get the most excited about.

The Fremont Office gave us the opportunity to do something we absolutely love, but don't often get the chance to do: design our own custom hardware.

Our amazing clients were all in on creating something truly one-of-a-kind, and we were more than happy to oblige.

Leah and Laura collaborated with local artisans to bring these beauties to life: unlacquered brass pulls, hand-wrapped leather, contrast stitching, and reeded finials for that final, extra-special touch.

The result? Functional art. Beautifully crafted, thoughtfully detailed, and designed to be touched and appreciated every day.

These are the details that make our design-loving hearts skip a beat. Thoughtful, beautifully crafted, and completely unique to the home and the people who live there.

We're thrilled with the results and already dreaming about our next custom hardware adventure.

Any takers? We're ready when you are. 😉

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10/23/2026

Is it okay to be jealous of a room you designed?

Because the bar in our Douglas Kitchen is giving me some serious pangs of envy. And all I can think about is a dirty martini. Extra olives, please. 🫒

The bar in our Douglas Kitchen is ready to take any order. A fully stocked beverage refrigerator, pull-out liquor drawer, and a sink for easy cleanup make this little corner a serious contender for the hardest-working spot at any party.

But can we talk about how pretty it is?

The countertop and backsplash, mirror-backed glass shelves framed in rich walnut, and those gorgeous brass sconces. It's a combination of materials that feels sophisticated, a little glamorous, and just the right amount of moody.

It's almost the end of the day, what's your drink order? 🍸

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10/22/2026

Golden oak had its moment. A very, very long moment. 😂

And several decades later, we're still finding ways to work around it, or, in some cases, make it disappear entirely.

Case in point: the Meadowbrook Project.

Out went the golden oak, and in came creamy whites, rich wood tones, and a softer, more sophisticated palette.

But the real transformation went beyond the finishes. We reframed a deep, cavernous archway to give the room a more intimate, welcoming feel. Add in subtle accent lighting, a new gas fireplace and mantel, and a beautiful quartzite surround, and suddenly the entire space feels warm, inviting, and completely reimagined.

The goal was not to make it trendy. It was to make it feel right for the next 20 years and beyond.

Now, I'm curious. Are you still living with golden oak, have you already said goodbye, or are you finding ways to embrace it?

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10/20/2026

Kitchen Before & After: A Dramatic Transformation Through Smart Space Planning | Minneapolis Interior Design

The best thing we did for this kitchen? Move it to another room.

The Valley View Kitchen remains one of our favorite transformations to date, and it's a perfect example of why thoughtful space planning changes everything.

By moving the kitchen into an underutilized family room, we completely reimagined how this home functions.

The original U-shaped kitchen was cramped and landlocked between the family and dining rooms, making it little more than a pass-through. Not exactly ideal for the hardest-working room in the house.

Now? The kitchen is bright, open, and a destination all its own. The former kitchen has been transformed into a walk-in pantry and bar, creating a beautiful and functional connection to the dining room.

And here's the part we love most: We didn't need to open everything up to make the home feel more spacious. We needed to give each space a purpose.

We've said it before, but great design isn't always about removing walls. Sometimes it's about knowing exactly where to put them.

Swipe to see where we started. We can hardly believe it's the same house!

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10/19/2026

Classic Elegance Meets Modern Function | Minneapolis Interior Design

At last! The conversation started as a kitchen refresh over two years ago and qu**ky evolved into a full gut renovation. The Douglas Kitchen remained in the same footprint, but we completely reimagined the space for better flow, maximum sunlight and most importantly, the removal of a support post smack dab in the middle of everything.

We are so pleased with the outcome and so happy for our clients to finally have this kitchen completed!

Link in bio for more of the Douglas Kitchen. 👀

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