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We include only Chicago-area professionals and businesses that deal directly with the public. Many of the people mentioned here have other talents: furniture restorers often sell antique furniture, furniture makers sometimes do upholstery work, some interior designers have expertise in kitchens and baths.
Immediately after the architectural team clears out, 2B1B takes over. The firm is adept at “hard design” (flooring, lighting, trims, and hardware) as well as “soft design” (window treatments, furniture, accessories, bedding, and more). These days, Carmela Sanchez and crew do a lot of projects with clients who want to redesign their homes using items they already own.