Tips and Takeaways from the 2011 Lake Forest Showhouse & Gardens

Chicago’s top designers transformed Thorndale Manor for the 2011 Lake Forest Showhouse & Gardens. Our Home Editor, Tate Gunnerson, visited the mansion and found takeaway lessons you can use in decorating your space. Parisian Library by Jeannie Balsam, LLC. Using dark purple walls and sumptuous fabrics such as wool flannel, velvet and mohair, Jeannie Balsam […]

Rolling Stone Gathers Moss

Charlotte Moss heads to Lake Forest in May Manhattan-based interior designer Charlotte Moss often employs horseback riding anecdotes when talking about style and decor, but the longtime equestrian is no one-trick pony. In addition to creating timeless and elegant interior designs, Moss designs home accessories, including a fragrance, china and fabric, and she recently finished […]

The Rules According to Wohlner

Following a few simple rules helped interior designer Stephanie Wohlner transfer her family’s “wreck of a house” into a stylish and comfortable home. Rick and Stephanie Wohlner’s 80 year-old 5,600 square foot Nantucket Clapper-style home was dated and worn the first time they saw it, but they appreciated the simple architecture, idyllic wooded setting and […]