July - August 2008

Back to Basics

Back to Basics

Using classic materials, Nate Berkus keeps his master bath and dressing room simply luxe

High Definition

High Definition

A bachelor's penthouse combines pure modernism with luxury on a grand scale

English Lessons

English Lessons

A 19th-century house gets a 21st-century addition—and makes the most of its split personality

House Calls

Recycled-Wood Flooring

Q. We want a new hardwood floor and are trying to be environmentally responsible. What are our options for using recycled wood?

Good News for Design-Sensitive Composters

Good News for Design-Sensitive Composters

Is there an attractive way to store kitchen waste before you're ready to take it outside to the compost pile?

Creating a Space-Within-A-Space

Creating a Space-Within-A-Space

Q. 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...

Transformation

Flight of Fancy

Flight of Fancy

A hands-on homeowner turns a boring bathroom into something that really soars

The Insider

Contractor Confidential

Contractor Confidential

A nuts-and-bolts guy talks about design trends he likes—and a few he could live without—in kitchens and baths

Inspiration

The Calatrava Look

The Calatrava Look

Who knew the Chicago Spire would have interiors, too? We find head-turning kitchen and bath ideas in its model apartments

Tricks of the Trade

Throw Down

Throw Down

Love the decorating flexibility that pillowsoffer but don't know how to handle them? Relax—we've got you covered

The Dirt

Beauty and the Bungalow

Beauty and the Bungalow

Tucked away on the Northwest Side, a lush garden retreat

Voyeur

Objects of Her Affection

Objects of Her Affection

Designer Stephanie Waddell's natural curiosity leads to a line of beautiful textiles and an equally stunning home

Goods

Kitchen & Bath Style

Kitchen & Bath Style

Kitchen and bath ideas from ovens to bowls and soap

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Photo Shop

Watch List: Bladon Conner

Photo Shop

Post It

Love vintage, but hate the hassle of reupholstering? Like mixing in some hip new stuff, too? Here's the shop for you.

Post It

Need to Know...

The latest scoop on openings, relocations, happenings, and other notable information

Need to Know...

 

Week of August 25th

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

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Ask the Experts

Q. Besides composting, what can I do to be a green gardener?

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?

Q. We love the look of back-painted glass and would like a backsplash of this material in our kitchen.

Have a design or renovation question?

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Photo Galleries

House Party (Gallery)

House Party (Gallery)

A Saugatuck retreat that’s stylish, warm, and inviting—ideal for entertaining, or just laying low

The Great Outdoors (Gallery)

With All Due Respect (Gallery)