Lake Superior Design Retreat, 22nd Annual
February 19 and 20
Duluth, MN

All who attended the 22nd annual Lake Superior Design Retreat on February 19 and 20 in Duluth seem to agree that the strength of this year’s event may have been the beautiful weather and being at Fitgers on Lake Superior, but more likely the strength was once again the wide variety of topics covered by speakers: Blaine Merker, Prudence Johnson, Tim Kaiser, Kevin Clemens, Kimberly Dickey and Craig Scott.

This year’s presentations included ideas on how to rethink public space, a challenge regarding ethical sourcing, thoughts on global climate change and how to become a more sustainable world, award-winning architecture, and inspiration to follow your dreams. The Retreat also offered the opportunity to tour Duluth Timber Company, a local business dedicated to the responsible use of reclaimed wood materials. Last but not least, an informal Tinker Toy competition offered an outlet for creative energy and a way for attendees to meet new people.