The kitchen? We’re fans – that’s where the food is, after all. But it’s also the heart of the home, a warm and welcoming place to gather. So why not make your kitchen as friendly to the environment as it is to your family and friends? Whether you’re renovating or just greening the lily, so […]
As the focal point of a room, a fireplace can either complete a space’s beautiful design or stick out like a sore thumb. Does your fireplace need a new modern look or does it need to be restored to efficient operation? At Lindemann Chimney Co., we offer the ultimate in quality fireplace remodeling, refinishing, and […]
Warm gray tones, luxurious fabrics, and a reconfigured floor plan revitalize a historic home in Evanston. As the program director for Evanston Scholars, a nonprofit organization that helps low-income, first-generation high school students with high potential to gain access to four-year colleges and financial aid, Nancy Baker often hosts events in her home. During a […]
“This is nirvana,” says the owner of a 4,000-square-foot condo in Winnetka. After raising four children in a much smaller home, the empty nesters decided to shake things up by upsizing into a modernist condo designed by Ernest “Tony” Grunsfeld. The full-floor unit, which was originally two three-bedroom units, provides plenty of space for the […]
A house is more than four walls and roof. From the electricity to the plumbing to all the creature comforts—a home is a complex piece of machinery worthy of some intelligent design. So forget the smart phone (okay, at least just put it down for a second) and start thinking about a smart home! Here […]
A touch of glamour can take a well-appointed home from tasteful to enchanting. Edyta Czajkowska, a North Shore designer and glam-expert known for her chic interiors, defines glamour as “a luxurious and alluring take on something otherwise ordinary.” “I love crafting glamorous rooms…they can become delightful environments for people to experience,” she says. With the […]
The entryway to your house is where you hang your coat, drop your keys and take off your shoes, but it’s also the first place that guests see when they enter your home. Make a stellar first impression with these nine easy updates! The Essentials 1. Chicago’s Elizabeth Stamos, principal and owner of Elizabeth Stamos […]
Chicago designer Summer Thornton’s motto is, “No amazing room was ever created without taking a risk.” We couldn’t agree more. While we don’t advocate rebelling without a cause—after all, some guidelines can be helpful when you don’t have the benefit of an interior designer at your disposal—a little selective rule breaking can yield stunning results. […]
If the seasons had genders, fall’s would be decidedly male. It’s the season of tweeds and leather, flannel and football. Maybe it’s the crisp autumn air, but we’re feeling an undeniable attraction to menswear-inspired spaces. With its classic shapes and warm, understated luxury, menswear is perfectly suited to the genteel home. And since home is […]
IKEA hacking—upgrading and embellishing affordable IKEA furniture to create a more unique piece—is all the rage these days. But even if hacking isn’t your thing (who’s got the time?), there’s a wealth of super chic, hack-free home décor to be had if you think inside the (big) box. At big-box prices, you can definitely afford […]
