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about Fresh Space Design

Fresh Space Design is a Minneapolis, Minnesota based full-service interior design firm that specializes in planning custom, residential remodeling projects. Working directly with homeowners or contractors, we value:

AUTHENTICITY

The heart of every project is you. We want your redesigned spaces to look like you, not us. Our goal is that you are delighted with your spaces, that they allow you to live, work, and play better. The best compliment we receive is that a redesigned or remodeled space “looks like it was meant to be that way”.

APPROACHABILITY

Our process is designed to help make you feel comfortable. We encourage you to share your vision. We listen and explore ideas. We see your home from your point of view. We then suggest changes that will truly make a difference.

ARTFUL CREATION

We bring our expertise and creativity to every project. We

balance aesthetics (how does it look?) and function (does it work?)

to create a one-of-a-kind result that expresses your definition of beauty, function and home.

ATTAINABILITY

We are available to help with every size of project. We will review your blueprints or DIY designs, help you find the perfect rug, design a kitchen remodel or an entire home transformation.

ABOUT GAIL JACOBSON

My appreciation for interior design began at age ten, when my mother redecorated our white-walled townhouse with rich orange, blue and apple green walls. It seemed perfectly natural and right to me! I spent my youth in art-related pursuits – drawing, painting, singing, dancing, and acting in plays and musicals. Our home was filled with the sounds of opera, jazz and classical music. Needless to say, going into an art-related field was a foregone conclusion!

After earning a BFA and MFA in fine arts, I explored life as a studio artist, arts educator, and jewelry designer. It was only upon buying and renovating my 1916 bungalow that I discovered my true calling - helping people love and live better in their homes. I enrolled in an Interior Design program and was bitten by the remodeling process. I've never looked back.

Fresh Space Design was born from my wish to offer homeowners an extraordinary interior design experience, with finished spaces that express their definition of home. Eighteen years as a designer has affirmed my belief that our interior spaces either support and nurture us, or work against us; they are critical to our well-being. Creating a well-designed space is a journey. It is an honor to be a trusted partner in my clients' journeys!

portfolio

Artful Creation

EDEN PRAIRIE TRADITIONAL KITCHEN: We designed this grand archway to visually separate the existing family room from the dinette and kitchen space

A view through the new archway to the family room

A standout feature of this kitchen is the stunning, Italian-inspired backsplash over the range

The apron front sink is a modern twist on a classic favorite

This island has secrets - including a single oven and a microwave cabinet

This rustic barn door is the cherry on top of a beautiful design

CONTEMPORARY BROOKLYN PARK KITCHEN: Once we removed the wall between the old kitchen and dining room, this spacious kitchen came into its own

At the former entry to the living room, one new column offers structural support. The other creates symmetry

Shades of white and gray infuse this elegant work and living space

ST PAUL PERIOD KITCHEN: A new archway between the kitchen and dining room created space for an adorable island for two

A new checkerboard marmoleum floor and arched doorway are perfectly at home in this 1940's bungalow

A shallow bay window becomes home to a highly useful storage and serving space

EDEN PRAIRIE TREETOP BATH: The double-sided fireplace and doorway provide a glimpse into this colorful and comfortable bathroom

Contrasting dark and light tones and graphic punches create drama in this expansive bathroom

This freestanding tub is a favorite spot for our client to warm up and chill out

Richly textured surfaces and bold colors define this elegant retreat

Floor to ceiling glass panels make even a small shower feel spacious

ORONO OWNER'S SUITE BATH: Every inch of this spa bath exudes taste, style and luxury

A luxury hotel-worthy shower features large scale, stone-look porcelain tile, a barrier-free entry, high-end fixtures and illuminated shampoo niches

A pull-down door cleverly hides the laundry chute and bonus storage cubby

A spacious linen closet is tucked into the space once occupied by the shower

Our Chief Architect drawing beautifully illustrates the proposed design

EDEN PRAIRIE CAPE COD INSPIRED MASTER BATH: This bath sings with a blend of fresh greens and white washed wood tones

Beautiful beach glass pebble tile accents the shower walls

A barrier-free entry and unique pebble tile floor define this dreamy shower

Our clients splurged on this vintage-inspired, wall-mounted vanity faucet to bring old world charm to their new bathroom

Hexagonal, honed marble floor tile is the perfect base for this period bath

3x6 matte white subway tile with light gray grout adds to the vintage feel

Our clients re-purposed their antique dresser mirror for a prime spot above the vanity

A peak from the existing living room into the new. light-flooded front entry

This view from the bathroom into the new entry reveals light, warmth, charm and harmony

WOODBURY EXTERIOR TRANSFORMATION, BEFORE: Our clients asked us to re-imagine the exterior of their 1980's Woodbury Tract Home

AFTER: A tract home transformed into a Craftsman-Style beauty!

STILLWATER EXTERIOR RENOVATION, BEFORE: Our clients were tired of the "Plain Jane", featureless facade of their custom built home

AFTER: Plain Jane No More! We added a lovely, airy pergola and open porch to spice up the home's curb appeal

South Minneapolis Bathroom & Front Entry Addition

services + fees

Fresh Space Design offers a full range of interior design services. You may engage us for a single consultation, a feasibility study, or a complete remodel or addition. Each type of project has a different fee structure, which we will discuss with you in our initial conversation. Our fees are determined by the anticipated scope of work, and will be determined at the proposal stage.

OUR DESIGN PROCESS

DISCOVERY

We start with an initial telephone conversation to understand your core needs and motivations - the experience you want to create. Perhaps talking with us will be the first step in your journey! We also want learn about the timeline and budget for your project. Our conversation will help us determine next steps. We may recommend a virtual visit, or suggest meeting in person at your home.

"BITE-SIZED" DESIGN PACKAGES

If your project is smaller or simpler in scope, one of our design packages could suit your needs.

Each has defined tasks and a fixed fee.

$125.00

1 HR Virtual Consultation

This package includes a virtual consultation through a web-based meeting platform. You can use the time any way that works for you. Get help with a specific project, explore ideas for a future remodel, brainstorm a furniture layout, or a home master plan. We will follow up with a brief written synopsis of our conversation,

BOOK

$249.00

Home Purchase Feasibility Study

This Package includes: a tour of the property, a discussion of ideas for upgrades and renovations and a

written recap of our meeting, including photographs and notes.

We are happy to include a licensed contractor in the site visit to provide advice for structural changes and maintenance items at an additional fee.

BOOK

$695.00

One-Room Conceptual Design

This package includes a home visit to discuss your needs, wants, and budget, and to measure and photograph your space; one conceptual design with a suggested space plan, materials and colors; one design review meeting; and one revision of the conceptual design.

You will receive a PDF-format conceptual design layout which will include: scaled existing and proposed floor plans, an elevation of each wall of the room, and

3-dimensional renderings. The initial meeting, and/or design review meetings may be conducted virtually; we would just need you to supply dimensions and photographs of your space.

BOOK

TESTIMONIALS

“My experience with Gail has been great so far…... She is always punctual, professional, and very responsive. She is considerate of her time (and the cost of that time) and her fees are reasonable - in my opinion it is well worth it to have someone knowledgeable on your side and helping to steer you in the right direction. I plan to continue to ask for that knowledge and guidance as we work through my project. During our initial consultation, Gail listened very closely to my goals and to what I dislike about my house. She immediately thought of ideas I hadn't previously considered. A couple of weeks later I had my plans, including elevations and renderings to use for obtaining quotes. She even drafted another idea (on her time) in case I wanted to go a different direction. She has given me guidance on cabinet selection (styles, materials, construction) and has given me recommendations for cabinet makers, flooring suppliers, painters, etc."

about Fresh Space Design

portfolio

Artful Creation

services + fees

OUR DESIGN PROCESS

1 HR Virtual Consultation

Home Purchase Feasibility Study

One-Room Conceptual Design

TESTIMONIALS

contact

LET'S GET IN TOUCH:

Attainability

Authenticity