Kathy Shafer is quick to credit her husband, architect Tom Shafer, as the visionary in their relationship, but it was she who first recognized the possibilities in a virtually untouched Highland Park house designed by the renowned modernist architect Samuel Abraham Marx and built in 1957. Ultimately, Tom agreed, and they have lived there happily […]
Oak Park is known for its dazzling hodgepodge of historic housing styles, and that mix appealed to Jeff and Deb Cogan, who moved there from the city when their two young children were born. “I’m a history buff, and I love architecture and art,” says Deb, who volunteers as a docent at the Frank Lloyd […]
David Morton and Michael Kornick’s restaurants, which include DMK Burger Bar, Fish Bar and Ada Street, are known for their succulent fare. Thanks to interior designer Jodi Morton, the spaces provide a visual feast that complements the cuisine. Enjoy this exclusive peek into the private kitchens of David and Jodi Morton and Michael and Lisa […]
Who doesn’t dream of having Ina Garten’s kitchen?
Christopher Peacock, of Christopher Peacock Home, will be chatting with North Shore residents during the Designer Kitchens of the North Shore event. Proceeds from the tour, which takes place Friday, May 6 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., will benefit the Junior League of Evanston’s community-focused programs devoted to charitable giving, scholarship and grants. Make […]
Kitchens have long been considered the heart of the home, and the cliché is truer now more than ever before. In many homes, the kitchen has all but replaced the living room as family central, which is driving a trend toward larger, more personalized spaces. “People want to live in their kitchens and that means […]
Although many experts recommend holding big events at reception halls, hotels or restaurants, there’s nothing like throwing a fantastic party at home—if you’re prepared. Think Through the Basics Seating, lighting, space. Is there room for 100 of your nearest and dearest to mingle, talk and laugh? A room, like this one, which was designed by […]
Designer Mick de Giulio is about to achieve rock-star status with the publication of “Kitchen Centric.” It’s a book he describes as “part art book, part fantasy and part field guide.” Written with former Chicago Tribune reporter Karen Klages Grace, the book features page after page of drool-worthy photos of de Giulio’s favorite kitchens. On […]
Thank you to everyone—professional and home owner—who sent in pictures of their small, large and galley style kitchens. Our judges had a tough time deciding among all the beautifully designed and decorated kitchens, but here are our winners with our judges’ comments. Winner of Large Kitchen: Granite Transformations “The white country kitchen (above) with the […]
“Good design involves a lot more than picking out materials,” says Mick de Giulio. And he should know. Since founding de Giulio Kitchen Design in 1984, the North Shore resident has created more than 3,000 kitchens and has clients across the nation. He is also currently the creative force behind product lines for other companies, […]
