Best of 2015: Home & Design

Make It Better’s Best of 2015 drew more than 105,000 verified votes across 10 categories. Share your thoughts with us on social media using the hashtag #MIBBestof2015. Handyman Get Dwell Need help with that home repair checklist? This four-time winner’s got you covered. 1046 Gage St., Winnetka, 847-922-3418 Interior Decorator Jeannie Balsam LLC A second-time reader […]

5 Things to Do: January 23-25

It’s getting to that point of winter when just a little hint of sun would go a long way to help our moods. I can’t promise this weekend will be sunny, but I can promise these events will help brighten your days off. Start with a concert by one of the newest (and maybe best) […]

3 Simple Ways to Make Someone Else’s Season Bright

Your holiday to-do list seems never-ending. But, all it takes is a few minutes at your computer (or perhaps one afternoon with your kids) to make the holiday season much brighter for your neighbors in need. Here are three of the simplest ways you can make a difference this month. 1. Fulfill a Hospitalized Child’s […]

Quick and Easy: For Kids 5K Benefitting Northwestern Settlement

Make your weekend workout worthwhile by supporting the kids of Northwestern Settlement at the first annual For Kids 5K. What: Don’t miss this 5K run/walk through Winnetka benefitting the kids of Northwestern Settlement, a charity that nurtures, educates and inspires families in Chicago’s West Town community. After the race, stick around for the finisher’s party with […]

Quick and Easy: Wine and Warmth with A. Perry Homes

Help A. Perry Homes keep the families of Northwestern Settlement warm this winter at their Wine and Warmth event. What: Donate gently used winter wear and embrace the season of giving at this fun event. Check out interesting interior spaces designed by the A. Perry team, sample great wines and celebrate the great work of […]

Quick and Easy: Winterfest, Wine and Warmth

Join A. Perry Homes for their annual Winterfest event and bring a winter coat to donate to Northwestern Settlement to help families in need. When: Saturday, Jan. 26, 3 p.m. to late in the evening Where: Tony Perry’s award-winning cottage home! 1203 Oak Trail Drive, Libertyville, IL. What: A whole host of activities for family and […]

Fresh: Redesign, Rebuild, Remodel at A. Perry Homes

They do it all! A. Perry Homes has opened their new architectural design studio in Winnetka. A one-stop shop for updating your home, A. Perry Homes offers the latest trends in architecture and custom home building, home automation technology and interior design. The studio also aims to be fun venue for community events, speakers and […]