Golden wheat. westin hotel, lobby. downtown minneapolis, mn

The Golden Wheat reception wall was created for the Westin Hotel in downtown Minneapolis, housed in the historic 1941 Farmers & Mechanics Savings Bank Building. Known as the “Grain Belt,” golden wheat motifs are woven throughout the building’s original architecture, stonework, and frescos—a legacy we embraced and reimagined for the modern hotel guest.

Spanning 30 feet in a striking parabolic curve, the installation is the first thing guests see when checking in. Engineered to nest seamlessly into the existing architecture, the structure was also designed for easy breakdown, shipping, and reinstallation.

We painted sweeping, large-scale wheat across the surface, then meticulously hand-embroidered the entire piece—stitch by stitch—to add depth, dimension, and texture. The result is a work of art that not only reflects the building’s history but also transforms the lobby into a warm, elevated, and unforgettable welcome.