The ultimate guide to Chicago-area design professionals
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Back to BasicsUsing classic materials, Nate Berkus keeps his master bath and dressing room simply luxe |
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High DefinitionA bachelor's penthouse combines pure modernism with luxury on a grand scale |
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English LessonsA 19th-century house gets a 21st-century addition—and makes the most of its split personality |
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House Calls |
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Recycled-Wood FlooringQ. We want a new hardwood floor and are trying to be environmentally responsible. What are our options for using recycled wood? |
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Good News for Design-Sensitive CompostersIs there an attractive way to store kitchen waste before you're ready to take it outside to the compost pile? |
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Creating a Space-Within-A-SpaceQ. How can I create a semi-private "bedroom" within my studio apartment? I bought beautiful silk fabric, thinking I would hang it from the ceiling to create a walled-off area for the bed, but now... |
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Transformation |
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Flight of FancyA hands-on homeowner turns a boring bathroom into something that really soars |
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The Insider |
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Contractor ConfidentialA nuts-and-bolts guy talks about design trends he likes—and a few he could live without—in kitchens and baths |
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Inspiration |
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The Calatrava LookWho knew the Chicago Spire would have interiors, too? We find head-turning kitchen and bath ideas in its model apartments |
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Tricks of the Trade |
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Throw DownLove the decorating flexibility that pillowsoffer but don't know how to handle them? Relax—we've got you covered |
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The Dirt |
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Beauty and the BungalowTucked away on the Northwest Side, a lush garden retreat |
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Voyeur |
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Objects of Her AffectionDesigner Stephanie Waddell's natural curiosity leads to a line of beautiful textiles and an equally stunning home |
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Goods |
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Kitchen & Bath StyleKitchen and bath ideas from ovens to bowls and soap |
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Post ItLove vintage, but hate the hassle of reupholstering? Like mixing in some hip new stuff, too? Here's the shop for you. | |
Need to Know...The latest scoop on openings, relocations, happenings, and other notable information |
Poliform (445 N. Franklin St., 312-321-9600; Merchandise Mart, 312-222-8465) is having a sale on all beds in stock at both showrooms, with discounts starting at 25 percent off.
Symmetry (1925 W. Division; 773-645-0502) holds a Labor Day Sale Aug. 29-Sept. 1, with discounts up to 50 percent on contemporary rugs, home accessories, and organic sculptures.
Logan Square’s annual House & Garden Walk on Sept. 6 features tours of six historic homes and two churches, starting at Sylvesters Church (2157 N. Humboldt Blvd.) and continuing down Palmer Blvd. 773-706-4129l.
Susanin’s is having a live premier auction Sept. 6. 900 S. Clinton St., 312-832-9800
Leslie Hindman Auctioneers (1338 E. Lake St., 312-280-1212) is having an action on post-war and contemporary art (Sept. 7) and American and European art (Sept 8). Previews run Sept. 3-6.
More Events can be found here
Q. Besides composting, what can I do to be a green gardener? | |
Q. I once, unwittingly and foolishly, removed handcrafted needlepoint panels...my grandmother had made for a rocking chair long ago, then covered the chair in a nondescript fabric.Every time I view her lovely chair, I am sickened by my youthful mistake. How can I find... | |
Q. We love the look of back-painted glass and would like a backsplash of this material in our kitchen.How pricey is it, and how should we proceed? | |
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House Party (Gallery)A Saugatuck retreat that’s stylish, warm, and inviting—ideal for entertaining, or just laying low |
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The Great Outdoors (Gallery) |
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With All Due Respect (Gallery) |
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