As the Chicago winter wraps its icy arms around us, we find ourselves racing inside our heated homes with a shiver. Now is the perfect time to spruce up your home and make it a welcome sanctuary from the cold. Consider adding any of these beautiful home decor pieces as accents or statement pieces. Or, if you’re in the mood for a bigger change, use one […]
You don’t have to be a professional chef to have a well-stocked, beautifully designed kitchen. You just have to call the right designer. Home Editor Tate Gunnerson has found three kitchens we love in Evanston, Glencoe and Wilmette. Greener Pastures Eco-friendly finishes cut a classic profile in the home kitchen of Wildfire’s chef partner, Joe […]
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 […]
There’s a new way to one-stop shop in Evanston, no matter your style.
Since 1985 Bedside Manor Ltd has been providing our customers with the inspiration to create bedding ensembles that make a house feel like a home. Our customers are treated to some of the finest fabrics available from aound the globe. Our educated sales associates work closely with every customer to help make just the right selections for any size […]
For the past three years, I’ve spent my days photographing the homes of people whom I’ve never previously met. Afterward, I use my photos and interview notes in an attempt to weave an interesting narrative along with a few takeaways for readers who are interested in gussying up their own pads. After touring so many different […]
Lauren Gold and Sasha Adler are the design directors of Nate Berkus Associates here in Chicago. These chic gals know that once you get the furniture in place, then the real fun begins. Here are their tips for making a room personal and warm, but still chic and stylish. 1. Photos = personal. Add your […]
“A house isn’t worth anything if you can’t make it comfortable to live in,” explains Thomas Wesely. Wesley is an Evanston-based interior designer who set out to do just that for his friend when she bought a 1920s-era Tudor-style home, which is located on a leafy street in Evanston. Tell us a little about the […]
