For San Francisco artist Colette Crutcher, the climb to fame — of the kind that draws tourists in large buses to see her citywide mosaics and murals — was literally 163 steps high. It was the vivid tile-and-mosaic mural Crutcher helped create for a hillside staircase on Moraga Avenue at 16th Avenue that first garnered hits online and a top spot […]
With more than 30 years experience in architecture, interiors, and landscape design, the Morgante-Wilson team delivers a comprehensive and consistent project from start to finish; creating personalized, memorable spaces. We asked Elissa Morgante, president of Morgante-Wilson Architects, to tell us more about the mission and passions that drive their dedicated team: Make It Better: Briefly describe your […]
There’s a nip in the air and the snow will soon be falling, but these light-filled Chicagoland homes are a sure cure for the winter blues. 200 Burnham Place, Evanston $1.899 million Located steps from Dempster Beach, this architecturally significant landmark six-bedroom home boasts a Daniel Burnham addition with a bright and airy conservatory, and […]
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It only takes a few minutes for everything to change. That’s what a Winnetka family learned when their vintage Tudor Victorian home of only several weeks was consumed by a raging fire on an otherwise ordinary Saturday morning. Thick black smoke filled the interior, and loud popping sounds came from inside the walls. When the […]
Equal parts voyeurism and inspiration, home tours offer a peek into the (perfectly appointed) lives of others. There are options aplenty in Chicago this fall, from an architect’s iconic abode in Oak Park to a festival that takes you behind the scenes of more than 250 Chicago-area buildings. The Frank Lloyd Wright Home and Studio […]
Spacious floor plans. Deluxe amenities. Unlimited potential. Uptown La Grange is a brand new, luxury apartment community nestled in the heart of Downtown La Grange. We are proud to offer spacious, well-appointed studio and one-, two-, and three-bedroom rental homes in a beautiful and inviting setting. Discover your stylish new home at Uptown La Grange […]
From high-rise condos with urban vistas to suburban abodes on sprawling multi-acre lawns, Chicagoland has a variety of properties on the market that offer stunning views. Here are five of our faves. 1100 N. Lake Shore Drive, Unit 23b, Chicago $1.025 million Expansive east- and south-facing vistas of Lake Michigan and the ever-changing downtown skyline […]
If you’re going to live somewhere as stunningly scenic as the San Francisco Bay Area, it just makes sense to buy a home with a view. The Bay Area real estate market is undeniably thriving, with housing prices shooting up by over $200,000 in just the first six months of this year. For those who […]
If you’re going to live somewhere as stunningly scenic as the San Francisco Bay Area, it just makes sense to buy a home with a view. The Bay Area real estate market is undeniably thriving, with housing prices shooting up by over $200,000 in just the first six months of this year. For those who […]
