{"id":6602,"date":"2017-09-12T08:00:04","date_gmt":"2017-09-12T13:00:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.roomandboard.com\/blog\/?p=6602"},"modified":"2024-06-13T13:29:47","modified_gmt":"2024-06-13T18:29:47","slug":"midwest-home-meets-west-coast-style","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.roomandboard.com\/blog\/2017\/09\/midwest-home-meets-west-coast-style\/","title":{"rendered":"Midwest Home Meets West Coast Style"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Nate Wissink doesn&#8217;t live in California. \u00a0He doesn&#8217;t have coastal proximity. He doesn&#8217;t have eternal seasonal bliss. Technically he doesn&#8217;t even have the free time to talk to me (but he happily makes some\u00a0anyway\u2014thanks, Nate!).\u00a0Nate Wissink\u00a0does, however, have the passion and skill set to create a Minnesota home that beautifully reflects each of those inviting elements.<\/p>\n<h2>Design inspiration<\/h2>\n<p>&#8220;My wife and I always had an affinity for California architecture and California-inspired living,&#8221; the principal and business developer of Elevation Homes &#8211; Streeter &amp; Associates tells me. &#8220;But we live in a place where the connection to the outdoors is difficult for six months out of the year. We had to get creative. So we made the craftsman side of California.&#8221;<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_6780\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-6780\" style=\"width: 728px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-6780 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.roomandboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/170621_Elevation_0585_feature.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"728\" height=\"485\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.roomandboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/170621_Elevation_0585_feature.jpg 728w, https:\/\/www.roomandboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/170621_Elevation_0585_feature-475x316.jpg 475w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 728px) 100vw, 728px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-6780\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Nate and his family&#8217;s new dream home, located in the Twin Cities.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The Wissink&#8217;s architect, Andrea Swan of Swan Architecture, initially connected them with the property. &#8220;I would say this house is in the spirit of [Joseph] Eichler and resembles his homes,&#8221; says Nate.\u00a0&#8220;Though he never did two-story work,&#8221; he adds, much to every fact-checker&#8217;s delight.<\/p>\n<p>The architecture of Nate&#8217;s home maximizes the use of glass and windows to promote a sort of pseudo-perennial outdoor living. &#8220;Since we can&#8217;t live outside year-round, we wanted to\u00a0still feel connected to the outdoors. The large windows let us see through to the backyard from the front yard.&#8221; Additionally, the space capitalizes\u00a0on light finishes and a mix of textures to give it a warm, coastal\u00a0vibe.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_6854\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-6854\" style=\"width: 728px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-6854\" src=\"https:\/\/www.roomandboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/170621_Elevation_0307_feature_cropped.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"728\" height=\"695\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.roomandboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/170621_Elevation_0307_feature_cropped.jpg 728w, https:\/\/www.roomandboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/170621_Elevation_0307_feature_cropped-475x453.jpg 475w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 728px) 100vw, 728px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-6854\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">&#8220;The bones of the house have a real handcrafted feel to them. Between the walls\u00a0and the floating threads, you get a beachy quality that still has a Nordic feel.&#8221; Perfect balance, eh?<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2>Furniture selection<\/h2>\n<p>Nate worked with Design Associates at <a href=\"https:\/\/go.roomandboard.com\/jdiqQq\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Room &amp; Board Edina<\/a> to find furnishings that complemented his unique home. &#8220;The dining table has a mid-century quality to it but the blonder materials speak to the lightness and airiness of the space,&#8221; he says.<\/p>\n<h3>The kitchen<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_6617\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-6617\" style=\"width: 728px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-6617 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.roomandboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/170621_Elevation_0232e_feature.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"728\" height=\"485\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.roomandboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/170621_Elevation_0232e_feature.jpg 728w, https:\/\/www.roomandboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/170621_Elevation_0232e_feature-475x316.jpg 475w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 728px) 100vw, 728px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-6617\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/go.roomandboard.com\/opEsHj\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Lowell extension table<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/go.roomandboard.com\/hI1jmm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Evan chairs<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figure id=\"attachment_6609\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-6609\" style=\"width: 728px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-6609 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.roomandboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/170621_Elevation_0148_feature.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"728\" height=\"485\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.roomandboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/170621_Elevation_0148_feature.jpg 728w, https:\/\/www.roomandboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/170621_Elevation_0148_feature-475x316.jpg 475w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 728px) 100vw, 728px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-6609\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The view from the kitchen prep area.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3>The living room<\/h3>\n<p>As for the living room, he wanted to make sure the furniture felt livable and comfortable. &#8220;You&#8217;ve got to think about comfort. Am I going to want to sit here for three hours or not?&#8221; Nate tells me how it&#8217;s easy to get caught up solely in design, but understanding you&#8217;re making a house a home means thinking about all the elements that make up a piece of furniture.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_6615\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-6615\" style=\"width: 728px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-6615 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.roomandboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/170621_Elevation_0227c_feature.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"728\" height=\"482\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.roomandboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/170621_Elevation_0227c_feature.jpg 728w, https:\/\/www.roomandboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/170621_Elevation_0227c_feature-475x314.jpg 475w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 728px) 100vw, 728px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-6615\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Hess studio sofa, <a href=\"https:\/\/go.roomandboard.com\/57H0sL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Storm pillow<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.roomandboard.com\/catalog\/living\/coffee-tables\/corbett-coffee-tables?icamp=blog_PDP\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Corbett coffee table<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.roomandboard.com\/catalog\/home-decor\/all-room-decor\/halifax-candle-holders\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Halifax candle holders<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/go.roomandboard.com\/WNH3Kl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ford swivel chairs<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/go.roomandboard.com\/57H0sL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Row pillow<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<blockquote><p>&#8220;There&#8217;s a tendency for modern furniture to not be comfortable. That&#8217;s\u00a0not the case with Room &amp; Board.&#8221;<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<figure id=\"attachment_6614\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-6614\" style=\"width: 728px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-6614 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.roomandboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/170621_Elevation_0174s8ec_feature.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"728\" height=\"719\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.roomandboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/170621_Elevation_0174s8ec_feature.jpg 728w, https:\/\/www.roomandboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/170621_Elevation_0174s8ec_feature-475x469.jpg 475w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 728px) 100vw, 728px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-6614\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/go.roomandboard.com\/pG1dQu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Streeter lamp<\/a>, Hess sofa, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.roomandboard.com\/catalog\/living\/coffee-tables\/corbett-coffee-tables?icamp=blog_PDP\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Corbett coffee table<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.roomandboard.com\/catalog\/home-decor\/all-room-decor\/halifax-candle-holders\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Halifax candle holders<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Nate also tells me how Room &amp; Board furniture makes it easy to create different moods within a space. While most of the home gives off those light, airy hues, he wanted to make a moody, modern statement inside\u00a0the den for design juxtaposition.\u00a0Here&#8217;s the den, just off the living room.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_6611\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-6611\" style=\"width: 728px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-6611 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.roomandboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/170621_Elevation_0359_feature.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"728\" height=\"515\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.roomandboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/170621_Elevation_0359_feature.jpg 728w, https:\/\/www.roomandboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/170621_Elevation_0359_feature-475x336.jpg 475w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 728px) 100vw, 728px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-6611\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/go.roomandboard.com\/8vhgZK\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Wynwood sofa with chaise<\/a>, Shimmer pillow, <a href=\"https:\/\/go.roomandboard.com\/57H0sL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Herringbone pillow<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/go.roomandboard.com\/kwp5Kf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Boden chair<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/go.roomandboard.com\/MlZIU9\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Saarinen end table<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/go.roomandboard.com\/DaOPDd\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Chronicle floor lamp<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/go.roomandboard.com\/FvNuMi\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Safi rug<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3>The entryway<\/h3>\n<p>&#8220;The textures, colors and materials available at Room &amp; Board are so versatile and that solves a big piece of the design puzzle in terms of making something unique, yet cohesive, to your environment.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>Navy shiplap wraps around the den and continues to make a statement in the entryway, alongside a bold storage piece and artwork. The spalted sugarberry Steen cabinet and water-inspired Ayomi Yoshia print playback to the nature-inspired vibes of California architecture, aiding the unique-yet-cohesive puzzle Nate referred to.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_6610\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-6610\" style=\"width: 728px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-6610 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.roomandboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/170621_Elevation_0335c_feature.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"728\" height=\"531\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.roomandboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/170621_Elevation_0335c_feature.jpg 728w, https:\/\/www.roomandboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/170621_Elevation_0335c_feature-475x346.jpg 475w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 728px) 100vw, 728px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-6610\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/go.roomandboard.com\/7z6aQg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Steen dining cabinet<\/a>, Ayomi Yoshida, It Starts Raining, 2016 print, <a href=\"https:\/\/go.roomandboard.com\/R0gthW\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Monarch table lamp<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<blockquote><p>&#8220;At the end of the day, when I think of true value, you get Room &amp; Board. You get design, quality of materials and a functional, enjoyable experience out of your furniture.&#8221;<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h1>A multi-generational home<\/h1>\n<p>It was also important for the Wissinks to make their dream home &#8220;multi-generational.&#8221;\u00a0What does that mean?\u00a0&#8220;It&#8217;s basically building flexibility within the home to evolve as your needs change with life,&#8221; Nate says, proving he&#8217;s the strongest advocate of the company and the team he works with. &#8220;I&#8217;m lucky to work with an incredible team of people who guide clients through this very journey every day. Elevation Homes always takes that approach of asking: where do you live every day? And then how can we make those spaces as flexible as possible?&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>Take the family&#8217;s cabana, for instance. Right now, it&#8217;s a covered space that flanks the pool where kids can hang out, play cards, grab a shower after a swim. Longer term, it could be the perfect guest suite. Long-long term? One heck of a master suite.<\/p>\n<h3>Open to the outdoors<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-6607\" src=\"https:\/\/www.roomandboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/170621_Elevation_0514_feature.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"728\" height=\"596\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.roomandboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/170621_Elevation_0514_feature.jpg 728w, https:\/\/www.roomandboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/170621_Elevation_0514_feature-475x389.jpg 475w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 728px) 100vw, 728px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Much of the\u00a0furniture in the cabana was chosen because of its durability. The <a href=\"https:\/\/go.roomandboard.com\/FvNuMi\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Series rug<\/a> is handwoven from polyester and resists stains and fading. Plus, it&#8217;s easy to clean and has a flexible backing that prevents the edges from curling.\u00a0The <a href=\"https:\/\/go.roomandboard.com\/Y2U6n4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Lira chairs<\/a> are draped in Sunbrella\u00ae fabric, one of our best fabrics for family-friendly furniture.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_6608\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-6608\" style=\"width: 728px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-6608 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.roomandboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/170621_Elevation_0468-1_feature.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"728\" height=\"700\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.roomandboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/170621_Elevation_0468-1_feature.jpg 728w, https:\/\/www.roomandboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/170621_Elevation_0468-1_feature-475x457.jpg 475w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 728px) 100vw, 728px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-6608\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/go.roomandboard.com\/Znn7E5\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Jasper sofas<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/go.roomandboard.com\/Y2U6n4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Lira chairs<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.roomandboard.com\/catalog\/home-decor\/throw-pillows\/traffic-pillows\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Traffic pillow<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.roomandboard.com\/catalog\/home-decor\/throw-pillows\/sheepskin-pillows\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sheepskin pillow<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/go.roomandboard.com\/MlZIU9\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Allard tables<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/go.roomandboard.com\/FvNuMi\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Series rug<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/go.roomandboard.com\/rJPhkI\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Brixton bar cart<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>A sprawling back patio connects every part of the main level to the outdoors, paying homage to outdoor living (when the weather allows). The best part? All of our outdoor furniture can withstand anything the weather throws at it. Yep, even Minnesota winters.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_6612\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-6612\" style=\"width: 728px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-6612 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.roomandboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/170621_Elevation_0082c_feature.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"728\" height=\"406\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.roomandboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/170621_Elevation_0082c_feature.jpg 728w, https:\/\/www.roomandboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/170621_Elevation_0082c_feature-475x265.jpg 475w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 728px) 100vw, 728px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-6612\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/go.roomandboard.com\/B4hQtO\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Crest swivel chairs<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/go.roomandboard.com\/ZDJvNI\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Slim outdoor side table<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/go.roomandboard.com\/4UQlp7\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Penelope lounge chair<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/go.roomandboard.com\/ffg5kG\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Furrow planter<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/go.roomandboard.com\/WeVMzh\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Oahu umbrella<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/go.roomandboard.com\/KTSGaz\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Crescent coffee table<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3>Thanks, Nate!<\/h3>\n<p>&#8220;I feel like Room &amp; Board really helped us capture our beachy quality with a northern feel to it. In general, Room &amp; Board has been, to me, the bellwether modern furniture company in the United States. The breadth, depth, and quality of the craftsmanship and materials for the price point is second to none. Nobody does it better.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p><em>Photos by Landmark Photography<\/em><\/p>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>We sat down with Nate Wissink from Elevation Homes to talk about his dream home. 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