A collaborative effort between the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) and the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) gave visitors in the Twin Cities an exclusive look at one of the region’s historic castles. The Pillsbury Castle Project opened the doors of the redesigned historic home in Whittier from July 12-28.

“NARI of Minnesota is excited to participate as a collaborator on the Pillsbury Castle Project. Our members will bring professionalism and quality to ensure the legacy of the home continues for another 100 years,” says Beatrice Owen, executive director for NARI of MN. “The contracting and products will largely be provided by NARI members in our area. We are honored to support Design Home 2024.”

The home featured the work of more than 20 designers and seven remodelers with more than 20 rooms remodeled in the home. Each room was redesigned and curated with incredible detail and style and gave visitors details on the historic home’s former owner.

Founded in 2023, the Pillsbury Castle Project is an activation to preserve a historic home built in 1903 for Alfred F. Pillsbury, son of Pillsbury co-founder John S. Pillsbury. The home is prominently situated on a corner lot in the Whittier neighborhood of Minneapolis with two and a half stories of Platteville limestone.

In 2025 the home will open again as a featured property in the MSP Home Tour.