Transforming Old Furniture into New There are so many reasons to reuse and repurpose old vintage furniture. You may have inherited an heirloom piece but the style is so old fashioned that it looks like it has come from your grandmothers house. Maybe it has! You may have personal memories that the piece of furniture […]
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May
May
The heart of our home is undoubtedly the kitchen. It is where we cook, gather, do paperwork and homework. Many homeowners are daunted by the prospect of remodeling and modernizing their kitchen because of the inevitable downtime, during which the kitchen will not be accessible for several weeks, as well as the huge cost. Yet it is […]
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Dec
Dec
At this time of year, the fireplace which is central to most homes, comes into serious focus. We decorate it with garlands and use it to display festive ornaments and happy memories. Who can deny the importance of the fireplace to the value of many homes. Real estate listings always include the number of fireplaces […]
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May
May
Summer is a time for entertaining and house guests. Turn your attention to the smallest room in your home where you can make a dramatic impact without breaking the bank. With these tips you will impress your guests with your creativity and unique sense of style while also providing a haven for them to refresh. Powder rooms allow […]
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Feb
Feb
At the beginning of the year, we start to think about refreshing our homes. In the dark, cold days of winter, we spend more time indoors and often feel more acutely the adverse effects of a home that does not feel restful or comforting. There are many factors that go into making a home comfortable and […]
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Oct
Oct
Often, I am called in when clients have a strangely configured space or room that is tormenting them. It may be an oddly shaped recess or column jutting out in the wall or the way the doors break up the space. Newer homes seem to suffer from these problems, possibly because builders do not pay […]
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Jul
Jul
In Chicago and the Midwest the saying goes “there are only two seasons; construction and winter”. Most homeowners plan to take on major remodeling projects during the warmer months as there is inevitably a lot of foot traffic, open doors and maybe exterior walls exposed. Having personally gone through a recent kitchen remodeling process in […]
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Apr
Apr
Is your Outdoor Living Space Ready for Summer? Now that we are seeing signs of Spring, it’s a good time to start reviewing the state of your outdoor space and make plans to create or enhance the living space you desire. Whether you design an entirely new space, complete with outdoor kitchen and fireplace, replace […]
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Mar
Mar
In an age where we see so many products for the home looking predictable and recognizable, it is heartening to know that there are small artisanal boutiques making unique painterly textiles in small quantities. This is part of the “made-in-America” revival. Are you looking for something different and fresh, a world away from time tested design motifs? […]
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Feb
Feb
Attending a presentation in Chicago last week of New Ravenna tile and stone, inspired me to devote this month’s blog post to stunning new designs in tile that are so creative and artistic, I just had to share a few with you! They reflect new trends in tile and design which I will explain here. I […]