| One of the most surprising elements of | | | | Exposed brick walls, concrete floors, visible |
| today's real estate market has been the | | | | ductwork and enormous windows all add a |
| resurgence of loft condos. These open floor | | | | distinct feel and style to the lofts that |
| plan living spaces first gained popularity as | | | | make up the Minneapolis market. |
| artist live/work spaces and were home to a | | | | |
| fairly eclectic group (stereotypically) Lofts | | | | Lofts and condos are possessed of a fantastic |
| lost some notoriety when the condo boom | | | | lifestyle as the community style buildings |
| began, the abundance of new condo projects | | | | offer a great array of services and |
| ensured that condos were the living space of | | | | amenities. From health clubs/fitness spas to |
| choice. | | | | communal rooms and gated, secure entries; |
| | | | loft condos impart a lifestyle of relaxation |
| But like all good things, lofts did not fade | | | | and an atmosphere of elite style to those who |
| into obscurity,in fact they have made an | | | | choose to call them home. Lofts are also a |
| amazing comeback and are now dominating the | | | | fantastic place to really let your "designing |
| real estate scene in Minneapolis. The heart | | | | self" run wild. The open floor plans and |
| and soul of the loft market in this city is | | | | abundance of wall space means that you can |
| the numerous old factory and warehouse | | | | easily bring your own theme and style to any |
| conversions. These homes incorporate | | | | loft. Lofts are truly a space that is open to |
| everything that has made the loft one of the | | | | personal interpretation and taste. |
| most highly desirable homes in the nation. | | | | |