The Mallinckrodt in the Park Penthouse Design Contest announced its five talented winners. They created designs for the convent, turned college, turned luxury apartment building that was originally built in 1918. Winners chosen from the Harrington College of Design in downtown Chicago, Nancy Walsh and Hannah Moore, were awarded a $1000 prize, while first runner […]
We’ve heard about reducing our carbon footprint—but what about our pets’ paw print? Here a five ways from The Nature Conservancy to help your pet tread a little lighter: 1. Purchase Eco-Friendly Gifts Give your furry friends products made from recycled materials or sustainable fibers and with nontoxic ingredients. A hemp collar and matching leash […]
Any job, big or small. That’s what the ad says. But how do you know if you’re getting quality work at the right price, not to mention protecting yourself if something goes wrong? 1. Know the Rules Be wary of any handyman who professes to do it all. Electricians and plumbers, as well as roofers, […]
Just because summer is over doesn’t mean it’s time to let your garden go. There are still many great things you can do in your garden throughout fall. Rearrange your garden – Early fall is a good time to rearrange your gardens. Take advantage of plant sales, and divide and transplant overgrown and underperforming perennials. […]
Our food choices have a huge impact on our health and the health of the planet. Adopting greener eating habits reduces our carbon footprint, improves our health, tastes better and can save money! Eat organic Organic fruits and vegetables taste better, reduce your exposure to potentially toxic chemicals and reduce your carbon footprint. Artificial fertilizers and […]
A few years ago, antiquing-addict Mindy Schloss of Glenview opened a warehouse. Inside were her finds: Mostly antique furniture, much of it repaired, painted and/or refinished. But she only opened the warehouse to the public two days a week. Now, you can get your fix every day at her shop, Vintage Nest, in The Glen, […]
Most roses are marginally hardy in the Chicago area, so horticulturists recommend protecting them over winter. It is particularly true when a rose has been planted during the current year. Grafted roses need to be planted with the graft 2 inches below the surface of the garden soil. After a hard freeze prune the stems […]
The debate about affordable housing in Winnetka rages on. A Winnetka group filed two petitions on October 3 in an effort to put two referenda questions on the March 2012 ballot. According to the Chicago Tribune, Carry Buck, leader of the Winnetka Home Owners Association, submitted approximately 1,600 signatures at the Winnetka Village Hall. The […]
If you think lighting a space well is as simple as plugging in a lamp, think again. Like any design element, careful thought and planning—along with knowing your options—can make the difference between a sterile space and one that offers the perfect marriage of functionality and aesthetics. We consulted with two industry experts, Tim Archibald, […]
I knew the clutter of toys around my house had become too much when I started to feel as though the only time I spoke to my children was to tell them to pick up their toys. I was unhappy with the mess. They were unhappy because their mother was always annoyed. No one was […]
