Today’s housing market is fast-paced and competitive, but even if you find the house of your dreams, it’s best not to jump for joy quite yet. Whether you’re purchasing a new-construction home or one that was built in 1950, you still need to have an inspection to make sure everything shakes out. Why is a […]
This beautifully updated seven-bedroom home on 3/4 acre is livable luxury at its finest. The home sits in a serene, peaceful, private wooded setting, and yet is perfectly located steps from the walking path to Thornwood Park and Harper Elementary School, allowing for the best of both worlds of privacy and convenience. In addition, the […]
Once a utility room, the kitchen has been elevated to a real showpiece in the modern home. That doesn’t mean its essential purpose should be sacrificed though. So when top designers sit down with a homeowner looking to remodel, they aren’t just thinking about what’s trendy and beautiful; they’re thinking about that homeowner’s lifestyle and […]
Having trouble finding the perfect sideboard to complete your dining room or just can’t seem to find a dresser that matches your vision for your master bedroom? It may be time to stop searching online and scouring stores — and opt instead for a custom piece that is made to order for your space, functional […]
Interior designers, treasure hunters and collectors will convene on Chicago’s North Shore for the 2016 Antiques + Modernism Show Nov. 4-6, kicking off with a festive Preview Party Nov. 3, at the historic Winnetka Community House (620 Lincoln Ave.). Ranging in styles from classic to modern, the Show is renowned for exquisite home furnishings and accessories, […]
Whether you’re planning a casual outdoor gathering to enjoy the fall harvest, an intimate dinner, or a holiday feast with family and friends, your tablescape allows you to express your unique style, set the mood and help create a memorable event. Mix and Match Rustic and elegant, Boho and traditional, vintage and contemporary, colors and […]
So you’ve missed the big summer real estate market, and you’re left thinking, “Now what?” Have no fear — according to expert brokers Kathryn Bader Mangel of Team Mangel at @properties, Kathy Hartsig of Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage and Katie Traines of @properties, there are plenty of great reasons to shop right now. Here are […]
The Hubbard Woods Design District is hosting a giveaway for a Home Shopping Spree worth $1,300 and a Fashion Shopping Spree worth $595. The contest runs Sept. 1 through Oct. 1. To join in, print out the coupon below and return it to one of the participating stores. Limit one ticket per customer. Winners will be […]
There have been several reports recently of burglaries and attempted thefts in the North Shore, including an attempted carjacking, an armed robbery at the Wilmette Jimmy John’s and a string of neighborhood burglaries. Police are urging citizens and business owners to be aware of their surroundings and make sure to take some precautions to dissuade potential home […]
As homeowners reach that point when their children have finally flown away and they take a look at their empty nests, they have an opportunity to really evaluate what they want out of a house — and have a lot of fun with it. Architect Paul Konstant builds a lot of homes for empty nesters […]
