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Happy Place Interiors is thrilled to be featured in a variety of national media outlets. Melanie's innovative approach to interior design has garnered recognition across the country, and we're excited to share the passion for creating joyful living spaces with you.
Melanie Zaelich Featured in Better Homes & Gardens
January 11, 2026
Melanie Zaelich was featured as an expert source in Better Homes & Gardens for their article on the color drenching trend—a bold, cozy design approach that uses one cohesive color across walls, trim, and ceilings.
In the feature, Melanie shares when color drenching works best, why it creates such an immersive and inviting feel, and how homeowners can use it thoughtfully to add depth, warmth, and confidence to their spaces.
AI Image to show concept of color drenching.
May 22, 2023
By Brianna Crane
Create a happier home with a Twin Cities designer's tips
From the color of your walls to the smells in your kitchen, your home deeply impacts your mood.
The big picture:
When you pull up to a restaurant, you know immediately
July 26, 2023
By Elizabeth Roubik
A MIDWEST LOOK AT THE INFAMOUS “MODERN FARMHOUSE”
Local designers share their thoughts on a New York Times article showcasing today’s defining design style.
December 13, 2022
By Camille LeFevre
HAPPY PLACE INTERIORS SPREADS SUNSHINE.
Melanie Zaelich transforms a dark, under-utilized dining room into a light-filled family space—and gives back even more.
January 15, 2024
HAPPY PLACE INTERIORS LAUNCHES HEARTFELT GIVING PROGRAM
Happy Place Interiors is ushering in 2024 with an inspiring initiative: designLOVE. This transformative giving program aims to make a difference for those facing personal hardships by creating spaces that not only boast aesthetic appeal but also serve as sanctuaries that foster hope, health, and happiness.
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June 8, 2022
Seeing Green: 12 Creative Ideas
If You Want To Start Decorating
With Emerald Green