About our listings: The professionals and businesses listed here are chosen by the editors of ChicagoHome + Garden. We gather leads from trade magazines, from other professionals in the field, and via word of mouth. Listings are independently reported by Chicago Home + Garden writers; they are not related to advertising.
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.
Owner Elizabeth Black creates rooms children can grow up in, often incorporating antique and custom furniture pieces, such as built-out window seats enclosed with sheer curtains. Her tiny shop (open Fridays, Saturdays, and by appointment) is full of silk blankets, custom bedding (entire ensemble, including bumper, $300-$400), and other interesting finishing touches.