Spring 2006

Features

Go-To Architects

Go-To Architects

Whether you want to live in a house that’s a work of modern art, a green residence that’s the last word in sustainable design, or an updated bungalow, we have an architect just for you.

On Second Thought

On Second Thought

An earthshaking renovation creates a peaceful retreat— hidden in plain sight

Opposites Attract

Opposites Attract

Compromise leads to stunning design solutions.

Small Wonder

Small Wonder

450 sq. ft. with all the comforts of home—and style to spare

Factory Fresh

Factory Fresh

Amid the clamor of the Fulton Street wholesale markets and the clinking of small plates on Randolph Street's restaurant row, a chic urban residence.

Departments

Room Service

Sitting Tight

Sitting Tight

Furniture expert Jennifer Litwin knows quality when she sees it—even in an inexpensive couch

Baby's Got Style

Baby's Got Style

Savvy tots are stamping their feet for fashionable, functional accouterments like a mod crib, a piggy bank that practically squeals, and a rockin' chair

Eastern Exposure

Eastern Exposure

Let a showhouse design for a bold master bedroom inspire your own zen-worthy retreat

Multiple Choice

Side Effects

Side Effects

Worthy companions to your favorite couch or reading chair, a bevy of beautiful little tables with personality to spare

Transformation

Enter, Smiling

Enter, Smiling

A narrow hallway goes from drab to fab

Elements of Surprise

Screen Play

Screen Play

Sometimes a beautiful object calls out to us, but we can't quite hear what it's saying. we'd love to ask an interior designer: What would you do with this?

Tricks of the Trade

Choosing Lampshades

Choosing Lampshades

Whether inherited from Grandma or purchased at a flea market, your base deserves to be dressed in style

The Dirt

Fresh Things First

Fresh Things First

Is this the year you get more serious about green, growing things? Here are 11 groundbreaking ways to get a jump on the gardening season

Open House

A Winning Celebration

A Winning Celebration

Kentucky native Chandra Ram, a Culinary Institute of America graduate and culinary editor of Plate Magazine, throws a party full of Southern charm

Destination

High Style in Harbor Country

High Style in Harbor Country

Everyone’s favorite quick trip out of town offers beaches, blueberries, and sophisticated shopping

Domestica

Surface City

Surface City

At the fall Tabletop Show in New York, splashes of vivid color nudged neutrals aside; black magic cast its spell; and crisp, modern shapes made even die-hard traditionalists feel a little groovy.

Shops We Love

Global Housewarming

Global Housewarming

At Lille, owner Lydia Lando presents a world's worth of chic furniture and accessories

Buzz

Good Clean Fun

Good Clean Fun

One of the coolest openings in recent months: Kohler and Ann Sacks, in LuxeHome

The Past Is Present

The Past Is Present

Urban Archaeology brings its savvy salvage style to Chicago

Goods

Stripe Tease

Stripe Tease

Kate Spade's playful dinnerware

Earthy Does It

Earthy Does It

High style— naturally

The New Blues

The New Blues

Cool hues get it right

The Simple Life

The Simple Life

A fresh take on casual style