March - April 2009

Features

Asia Major

Asia Major

Ancient Chinese scholars’ stones find homes in three elegant North Shore gardens

The Little House That Could

The Little House That Could

A professional prop stylist creates an artful mix of things charming, dramatic, and highly idiosyncratic

Hometown Girl

Hometown Girl

Chicago-born Hollywood actress Alex Meneses keeps a posh pad on the Gold Coast

Urbane Renewal

Urbane Renewal

One couple’s creativity, hard work, and openness to serendipity turn an Oak Park house into the modernist dwelling of their dreams

Departments

Buzz

Tony, Tony

Tony, Tony

For those who appreciate Greta Garbo–level glamour, Baker’s new collection of Tony Duquette reproductions will cause serious heart palpitations.

Andersonville

Andersonville

This stretch of Clark Street, once known mostly for Swedish shops and restaurants, has recently emerged as a source for high-design home goods. Herewith, some of the shops redefining the...

A Touch of Darkness

A Touch of Darkness

From Kara Mann, even more objects of desire

Happenings

Happenings

Winnetka Antiques Show, March 5-8, 620 Lincoln Ave., Winnetka, 847-446-0537; winnetkaantiques.com. At the...

Openings

Openings

This spring, Luca Lanzetta, owner of the modern Italian kitchen showroom Ernestomeda at LuxeHome, is...

Goods

Sudden Impact

Sudden Impact

Got a room that’s looking tired? Want a change but not an entire revamp? These statement makers freshen a space like nobody’s business.

Multiple Choice

Here Comes the Sun

Here Comes the Sun

Starburst mirrors! We love how they liven up a wall in a foyer, over a sofa, or anywhere else we want to make a splash

The Insider

How About A Quickie?

How About A Quickie?

Change is good. But we don’t always have the time—or the energy—to take on a full-tilt decorating project. We asked a panel of designers to share their favorite speedy routes to interior...

The Dirt

Green Acres

Green Acres

A garage roof deck gets a makeover with an unexpected material—a modern version of Astroturf

Voyeur

The Found Life

The Found Life

The owner of a groovy Michigan antique shop fills his home with art and objects that get a second chance