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Local artists selected for winter studio art gallery

What is the Shelter studio art gallery? When we designed the new Shelter studio at International Market Square, we wanted…

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A final conversation with featured artist Wendell Arneson

Since moving into the new Shelter studio at International Market Square a little over a year ago, we've had the…

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Holiday makers market & winter art gallery opening

Save the Date: Thursday, November 30th, 2023! We are thrilled to invite you to an evening of holiday celebrations showcasing…

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Cannabis retail building typologies

Cannabis retail design 101 The recent legalization of cannabis consumption and sales in Minnesota creates opportunities to transform the way…

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Cannabis businesses will benefit from design expertise

Today, Minnesota joins 22 other states — plus the District of Columbia and two U.S. territories (Guam and the Northern…

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Two Shelter homes on 2023 AIA MN Homes by Architects Tour

We are thrilled to announce that two Shelter designed homes will be featured in the upcoming Homes by Architects Tour…

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During June, show extra love for LGTBQ+ businesses

As a small business, we try to direct our dollars toward other locally based organizations whenever possible. In June (aka…

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Pride flag design, over time

We’re swelling with pride over how the Twin Cities area has been celebrating its LGBTQ+ community this month. Now, as…

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Pursuing petals: Shelter embraces the Living Building Challenge

Here’s to the belief that things must change. To using fewer resources. To creating fewer toxins. To nourishing our spirit…

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