When Tom and Connie Duckworth bought their Gothic Revival-style home in Lake Forest, they knew that it would be a work in progress. Originally built in the late 1920s as an art gallery for a manor house that had since been torn down, the space had been added to over the years, which doubled its […]
Known for its startup companies, trendy restaurants and art galleries, River North is also Chicago’s epicenter of interior design.
So your bathroom screams update. Don’t grab the sledgehammer just yet.
The fall foliage is becoming a memory, and it’s time to start thinking about the holidays. And what better way to kick off the season than by making your home the merriest on the block? If you’re thinking about seeking out professional decorating help, consider these tips from local experts to help ensure a seamless lighting experience. […]
Just like your wardrobe, your interiors need occasional refreshing. And while it’s always tempting to chase after the latest trends, the same rules apply to what you put on your body as in your home. We asked interior designers Stephanie Wohlner, andVictoria Lidstrom and Carol Carani of Leggy Bird Designs for their thoughts on the […]
Gone are the days when a couch and blanket would suffice for your houseguests. Give them the comfort and amenities they deserve. We asked Meg Carroll of Bedside Manor and interior designers Mary Shea and Beth Boyd of Wiley Designsfor the necessary ingredients of a great guest room. Make an inviting bed Start with the […]
An interior designer and a painter teamed up to transform Make It Better’s new office in Winnetka. “This office makes a statement,” explains Cindy Galvin, of Bardes Interiors and Maze Home in Winnetka, of Make It Better’s brand new office in Winnetka, which she and her assistant, Chris Williams, designed in just six short weeks. […]
Anyone can paint, right? Not so fast.
The rules have changed. Now it’s OK to wear white past Labor Day, and you definitely don’t need to pack up your porch for the year. Here are 5 fresh products to stretch your season with warmth and style. EcoSmart Dish Outdoor Fireplace, Room & Board, $890 No smoke, sparks or soot, just clean-burning heat […]
A Glencoe couple assembles an elite design team to transform their Gold Coast pied-à-terre. “Our vision was to create a beautiful space that would be elegant for entertaining clients and friends, yet casual enough to have all the children and grandchildren feel comfortable to stay with us,” explains the owner of a two-level penthouse in […]
