12 New Trier Township High School students, finalists in an architecture class contest to develop the lakefront lot at 1330 Sheridan Rd. in Wilmette, presented their plans to judges. Senior Becky Greenberg, pictured here with Quincy Ikler and Max Jablow, took the top prize in the contest. Greenberg’s curvaceous, two-level structure features inverse concave and […]
When Melly Schwartz was a child growing up downstate in Danville, scavenging for interesting cast-offs was her “greatest delight.” “I’m a garbage picker from way back,” Schwartz, of Northbrook, says. ” I love to reinvent things.” Take, for instance, the black-rimmed oval mirror hanging in the upstairs hallway of the two-story home she shares with […]
You’ve probably heard about LEED certification and know it has something to do with building an energy-efficient home, but now North Shore residents have a chance to tour the first LEED-certified home in Winnetka. Located at 1092 Oak St., the 5,200 square foot colonial style red brick home will be open for tours every Thursday […]
Creating a welcoming front entry should be a top priority for every homeowner – after all, it’s the first impression your home makes. The good news? Once you’ve invested in an attractive entrance, it’s not difficult or expensive to maintain year after year. “There’s an initial investment in painting and door hardware, perhaps some large […]
What you hang and display speaks volumes about you—your interests, taste, and priorities. According to brain research cited by Tal D. Ben-Shahar, who teaches at Harvard, surrounding yourself with pleasurable objects actually makes you happier. So don’t be a passive accumulator, be passionate about your possessions. When people pass through the laundry/mudroom of my house, […]
Becoming an empty nester can be bittersweet, but when it comes to decorating, the empty nest is full of possibilities. This traditional-style home in Lake Forest was built in the 1980s on a curving subdivision road near the Onwentsia Club. Entering the home, everything appears beautifully staged: Piles of art books are stacked on coffee […]
Brown and tired…that’s what your winter pots say. No time like spring to ditch the pine needles and winterberries for tulips, pansies and pussy willow. “Spring is the perfect time to revive your outdoor garden containers with bright colors and verdant foliage,” says Laura Szyjka, a garden/floral designer with Rocco Fiore and Sons. “Regardless of […]
Ask any woman—it could be 14-hour work days or 14 trips back and forth to a child’s golf camp—we could all benefit from a few minutes of solid meditation. The practice is good for the body and the soul, accomplishing everything from boosting the immune system to relieving stress and promoting better sleep. To truly […]
Nothing does a makeover better than reupholstery. Whether it’s a flea market find, a prized antique settee, or simply a favorite couch a little worn from use, your furniture will always look fresh with new fabric. So where do you begin? Fabric first. Look for upholstery grade fabric. Thinner materials like organza or fine silk […]
When New Trier Township High School Architecture teacher Josh Wood heard about the Peter and Robin Baugher’s project to develop an environmentally friendly home on their Sheridan Road lot, he offered the assistance of his class. Intrigued by the possibilities, the Baughers met with Wood’s class as if they were clients, outlining their requirements in […]
