Basements are the new family room, sport center and office. According to Stuart Shayman, of Stuart D. Shayman Associates in Northfield, in new construction, most people want high ceilings and lots of light, which make the space feel less cave-like and gives the owners flexibility to use the space however best suits their family, whether […]
Christopher Peacock, of Christopher Peacock Home, will be chatting with North Shore residents during the Designer Kitchens of the North Shore event. Proceeds from the tour, which takes place Friday, May 6 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., will benefit the Junior League of Evanston’s community-focused programs devoted to charitable giving, scholarship and grants. Make […]
Kitchens have long been considered the heart of the home, and the cliché is truer now more than ever before. In many homes, the kitchen has all but replaced the living room as family central, which is driving a trend toward larger, more personalized spaces. “People want to live in their kitchens and that means […]
Charlotte Moss heads to Lake Forest in May Manhattan-based interior designer Charlotte Moss often employs horseback riding anecdotes when talking about style and decor, but the longtime equestrian is no one-trick pony. In addition to creating timeless and elegant interior designs, Moss designs home accessories, including a fragrance, china and fabric, and she recently finished […]
A beautiful bedroom can create an aura of romance and closeness every day for a husband and wife, says Summer Thornton, of Summer Thornton Design. Make it yours “I generally advise husbands to allow their wives to have a bit more influence in the bedroom,” Thornton explains. “It’s to their benefit since the bedroom is […]
Although many experts recommend holding big events at reception halls, hotels or restaurants, there’s nothing like throwing a fantastic party at home—if you’re prepared. Think Through the Basics Seating, lighting, space. Is there room for 100 of your nearest and dearest to mingle, talk and laugh? A room, like this one, which was designed by […]
Strange Closets sounds like name of a Michael Jackson expose, but it seemed an apropos title when I started writing my interiors blog two years ago, because strange closets and I go way back. Growing up, I had two, room-sized walk-in closets: inside the first was a full-sized door to a second closet built into […]
Decorating in December can be ho-hum or ho-ho-ho! Here are a few ideas to keep things fresh. Visit retailers for ideas Retailers are both the problem and solution. Large chain stores hire a cadre of visual merchandisers to make sure their displays grab eyeballs, so use them for ideas even if you don’t buy the […]
The North Shore isn’t known for its wine, but maybe it should be, because the company behind familiar wines such as Rutherford Hill, Chimney Rock and Terlato Family Vineyards is headquartered in Bannockburn.
Planning a party can be stressful any time of year, but especially during the hectic holiday season.
