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starting with Pavilion Antiques, where
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thats fabulous in vintage. I personally
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I have fallen in love with countless pieces of
furniture and lighting by talented, passionate
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Jason Lewis, Steven Haulenbeek, Roscoe
Jackson, Stone Blitzer, Steven Teichelman,
Casey Gunschel and so many more. I have
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Fradiani, Nate Berkus, Michael Del Piero,
Lukas Machnik, Summer Tornton, Jordana
Joseph and Kara Mannpeople who have
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and befriend some of the worlds nicest,
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Frequent CS contributor Andy Barnes
gives us a peek into a very private
l i fe wit h hi s photography of Fern
Simons home. We spent the morning
photographing one of the most exquisite
private art collections Ive seen, says
Barnes. Despite the pristine setting, the
photographer says that Simon doesnt
treat the space like a museum: She told
me stories of her young son hiding in
the Bertoia sculpture. Barnes clients
include Crate & Barrel, the Jorey Ballet
and SC Johnson.
2) omas Connors
I took the L to visit Pavilion Antiques,
says writer Thomas Connors of the
subject of his story Real Dealers. It
seemed quite a hike from the Damen
Avenue stop to the shop, but boy, was it
worth it. Deborah Colman and Neil Kraus
are great talkers and they know their stu.
Connors work has been featured in Town
& Country, Interior Design and Old
House Journal.
3) Lisa Cregan
In this issue, writer Lisa Cregan reports
on an Uptown home that wants no part
of Midwestern conformity. e designer,
architect and homeowner were all so
bold, so willing to take risksthey even
managed to create a gorgeous little resort-
like spa outside on top of the garage!
Cregan has been writing about interior
design for more than a decade and her
first book, House Beautiful Blue: 350
Inspiring Ways to Decorate with Blue, is
now available in bookstores nationwide.
4) Colleen Durkin
When photographer Colleen Durkin spent
an afternoon shooting artist Lonney White
III for this months story Art Starred, it
was a case of two degrees of separation.
We found out that we know a lot of
the same people through telling random
stories, says Durkin, who notes that one
common acquaintance included someone
who got their hair stuck in a drill press
while building one of Lonneys pieces.
Durkin also contributes to Nylon and
Flaunt magazines.
5) Tate Gunnerson
Design is usually all about the eye candy,
but writing about two restaurant designers
in the same issue (555 International,
the company that designed Girl & The
Goats chic interior aesthetic; and Barker
Nestor co-founder Ryan Nestors rural
Lowell, Indiana home) made writer Tate
Gunnerson reconsider the adage that the
eyes are bigger than the stomach. While
the design sustained me, I still felt hunger
pangs for weeks, he jokes. Gunnerson
contributes regularly to publications such
as Time Out Chicago and Make It Better.
6) Lisa Skolnik
Writer Lisa Skolnik is all about taking risks
when it comes to home dcor. I see a lot
of houses where the owners have bought
into the rather safe than sorry school of
thought. But in this issue, I wrote about
Winnetka dealer Fern Simon of Arts
220 and Chicago photographer Jennifer
Girardboth women with adventurous
and highly original outlooks and the guts
to express those visions in their homes.
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Lighting and object designer Steven
Haulenbeek has always been ahead of the curve.
First it was umbrellas as light fxtures, then there
was his stint as a lighting designer for Holly Hunt.
Now this Chicago talent is stepping it up as one
of the citys fercest advocates of local design.
At this years Guerrilla Truck Show in Fulton
Market, Haulenbeek, who also helped organize
the coinciding PechaKucha, gets the overachiever
award. We caught up with the dynamo between
foundry pours for a new line of cast pieces to get
the scoop on his various projects.
Trip the Lights Fantastic
New lighting debuted at the Morlen Sinoway
showroom during the truck show. I contacted Morlen
about putting something in the front window. I
happen to know the guy who owns this company
in Middleville, Michiganthe one place in the
country that makes the George Nelson bubble lamp.
So I make metal wire frames and send them to these
guysand they spray on this plastic polymer out of a
gun, all bright white. It goes on string and builds and
builds and becomes fbrous, like a cocoon. Te lights
are available at Morlen Sinoway or by custom order.
Objectifed!
Haulenbeek is also part of the Object Design League,
a local collective that opened a three-day pop-up shop
(or old meat cooler with a garage door on the front,
as he describes it) during the show as experimentation
for a future online store theyre currently working on.
Im working with some hand-shaped Styrofoamthe
kind thats a bunch of little balls stuck togetherthen
casting them into dishes, plates and platters in both
bronze and aluminum.
Paddle Madness!
Kikkerland is still producing and distributing
Haulenbeeks cool photo paddles. But for the truck
show, he developed a prototype for a brand-new
setwith a Facebook-y thumbs-upto hand out
to 50 people at the show. Tey can take photos
of what they like at the show and upload them to
photopaddles. com. Its like a running log of what
people are into. Meghan McEwen
The Overachiever
Calling all minimalists and modernists: Te latest exhibit at the Art Institute, Avant-Garde
Art in Everyday Life, celebrates the history of how an aesthetic movement successfully
infuenced brand identities as well as simple, ubiquitous objectseverything from tableware
and clothing to postage stamps and biscuit boxes. Te exhibit features more than 300 objects
created by Central and Eastern European artists, and while some of the pieces might look like
vintage relics today, theyll also inspire a wave of thanks for making design inseparable from the habits of our
everyday rituals. Trough Oct. 9. artic.edu MM
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Going
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Gravelly voiced hotelier Ian
Schrager is famous for ash: The
New York nightclub he co-founded
in the 70s, Studio 54, was a
hedonistic celebrity playground,
and his portfolio of renovated
boutique hotelsthe Royalton in
New York, the Delano in Miami and
St. Martins Lane in London, among
othersall fall under the high-
concept, over-the-top category with
design courtesy of Philippe Starck.
But Public chicago, his frst
Chicago venture which involves an
overhaul of the aging Ambassador
East Hotel at State and Goethe in
the Gold Coast (in collaboration
with Yabu Polsenberg), represents
a shift for the hotelier. And after
testing it here, he plans to expand
the new brand in other markets. In
a yet-to-be-renovated offce at the
Ambassador East, we asked what
it is about Chicago thats putting
him in the mood to settle down.
Amalie Drury
Before now, youve never changed the
name of a hotel you took over. Why are
you calling it Public Chicago? I wanted to
do something that was for everyone who
appreciates what were trying to do. Te
idea of Public just seemed appropriate. I
never had a brand before, and I wanted to
create a new class of hotel.
What class might that be? When I got
involved in the hotel business 25 years
ago, everything was the same everywhere
you went: the reservation system, the
indestructible carpet, the mass-market
execution. Tere was no hotel that
manifested my generation. So we did that:
boutique hotels, founded on great visuals
and design. But we created a Frankenstein.
Now its the frst thing people ask: Whos
designing it? Everyones doing in-your-face
design, so I want to upset the status quo
again. I want to combine the best of what I
was doing in lifestyle hotels, luxury hotels
and limited service hotels. Its like when
you go into an Apple store. Te service is so
great. To me you cant classify that as luxury
service or limited service; its just service.
But with a name like Public, will the
Ambassador East lose its cachet? Its
pared down in ethos, but well still have
great style, and itll feel personal. People
will think its good-looking, but its
not going to be expensive. I hate using
clichs like aordableits good value.
I think thats important not just because
of the economy, but because theres been
a paradigm shift. No one wants to get
ripped o anymore.
You said this is the era of the
Midwestern aesthetic. What does
that mean? Its about refnement and
essentials. Tis hotel is in a beautiful
neighborhood, but development has
moved toward River North. Te
property needs a fresh burst of energy.
My wife [former ballerina Tania
Wahlstedt, whom he married in 2008]
is from Chicago, so Ive been spending
more time here. Te style of this city
is feet-on-the-ground, good values,
anti-fash. Tats the kind of hotel I
want to do. No tricks, straightforward.
I like the Midwest.
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Shimmer Switch
Ready to take it to the wall? Maya
Romanos latest paper, Gilded Cloth,
gets those walls shimmering without the
pain. Te gold-leafed, canvas-backed
paper is eco-friendly (its made in
Chicago, has no heavy metal and works
with a low-VOC adhesive) and fexible
enough to easily install. Best of all, a
toxin-free topcoat means greasy fngers
cant smudge the shine! $225 for a
6-yard roll at Maya Romano, Te Mart,
Suite 6-167, 312.212.8792
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Feathered Nest
A provocative and rebellious... chandelier?
Maybe not exactly, but one look at the
fabulously feathered Emma Pendant from
local fave Jayson Home & Garden and you
can see why its seriously swoon-worthy.
Created as an homage to the late, great
Alexander McQueen, the piece is geared
toward the extravagant and the fearless. If
that suits your style, it might just be time to
splurge. $2,295 at Jayson Home & Garden,
1885 N. Clybourn Ave., 773.248.8180,
jaysonhomeandgarden.com Megan Meloth
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Home Shops 2.0
Te newest Hinsdale Lighting
showroom (777 N. York Road,
Ste. 19, Hinsdale, 630.734.0662,
hinsdalelighting.com) aims to streamline
the showroom shopping experience
by editing down the selection to a few
standout pieces. But thats not to say
that the inventory is limited. Instead, a
handful of fat-screens will do the heavy
lifting when it comes to displaying the
depth of choices. Touch-screen monitors
found throughout the 2,300-square-foot
space carry the entire scope of lighting
options that range from cutting-
edge to more traditional. >>> Classic
Remix Chicago (1015 W. Webster,
773.661.6796, classicremixchicago. com)
has opened in Lincoln Park, where
the small shop features a well-rounded
selection of furniture, accessories and
lighting from all periods. Owner Mary
Garvey James is an ace when it comes to
putting it all together, from statement-
making pieces that anchor a room down
to the tiniest, must-have accessories.
>>> And opening up this August, a
super-sized Mitchell Gold + Bob
Williams is set to bow in the Clybourn
Corridor. Te 10,000-square-foot,
multilevel space will be one of the
countrys biggest, with the brands
full range of stunning collections
and in-house design services.
Shontel Horne and AAM
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Clockwise from top
left: Inside the new
Classic Remix Chicago;
Mitchell Gold + Bob
Williams Beckett oor
lamp and Woody chair
I am going to Russia and
Prague this summer. I
have been obsessed with
Russias onion domes
this past yearthe
outlandish shapes, the
rich colors. It is all so
otherworldly! While in
Russia we will be taking one
of the famous trains from Moscow
to St. Petersburg. Im sure it wont be as
glamorous as I am hoping it will be! We
will be in St. Petersburg during the White
Nights Festival, which is a celebration
of the extremely long days of summer in
Russia. Te sun barely sets!
SUMMer THOrnTOn, InTerIOr DeSIGner
Italy, of course! Ill be at the
farmhouse I brought back
to life in Tuscany for
three glorious weeks in
August. Te air is sweet,
the food is delicious and
the landscape is dierent
and beautiful in every
direction, shaped by centuries
of toiling in the dirt and a deep
respect for nature. Its where I go
to regenerate my brain.
PATrIZIO FrADIAnI, InTerIOr DeSIGner
BUrnInG QUeSTIOn
wheres your summer
destination?
Im going to Santorini,
Greece, in August. Yes, its
a busy time of year, but
even with all the crowds,
you can still fnd a place
of solitude. Te villa
were staying in is very
minimal and, built into the
mountainous landscape, has
the most breathtaking views from the
terraces. An infnity pool makes you feel
like you are foating over the ocean. And
the white-on-white aesthetic helps clear
my mind so I can get back to the basics
in my mind.
LUKAS MAcHnIK, InTerIOr DeSIGner
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nUMBerS crUncH
Georgian
revitalized
Care to own a piece of Hollywood history right here on the
North Shore? The Home Alone house from the movie and
sequel is on the market. Updates abound, but theres no
mistaking that stately redbrick Georgian, even some 20 years
later. With four bedrooms, one big entry staircase and an
easy to overlook attic bedroom, its plenty spacious for a
growing brood. Petty thieves, booby traps and one crazy-cute
8-year-old not included. Megan Meloth
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including a sunroom,
master bath, sitting room
and wood-burning freplace
Year the home was built
Year it was made famous
Combined worldwide
gross of the frst two
Home Alone movies
featuring the house
Combined production
budget for both flms
Ranking of Home Alone
on the list of the all-time
top-grossing flms in the U.S.
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between John Hughes frst
request to use the house
as a location for Uncle
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agreed for Home Alone
Number of months flming
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flmthe family camped
out in the master suite the
entire time
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in the entry staircase
immortalized by Kevin
McCallister sliding down
into the snowin reality,
production built a ramp
over the staircase Number of open houses
scheduledyou ll have
to prequalify to take a
real look inside. A virtual
tour is available at
homealonehouse.com
Right now its all about double-duty fnds, like Mooois extension chair.
Designed by Sjoerd Vroonland, its both an elegant seater and a hard-working
coat rack. At Hafele, Hide Away DeskBeds (hideawaydeskbed.com) make
the most out of scant square footage. The high-functioning system ips from
twin bed to desk, and best of all, its design means you can toggle between both
functions without removing a thing. AAM
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TRENDS!
Mellow yellow this is not. Instead, this summers batch of must-have home nds is all
about capturing the suns brightest rays. Crank up the color with statement-making
pieces like Philippe Nigros beyond-bright yellow sofa for Ligne Roset or Polish-based
Oskar Zietas Plopp stool in vibrant canary. And if youre looking to take the trend
outside, why not hang some greenery from one of Sprout Homes sunny aluminum
planters? is is one trend thats going from hot to sizzling.
Electric
Company
By Alexandria Abramian-Mott
Unfold pendant lamp in
soft silicone, $198, by
Form Us With Love for
Muuto at aplusrstore.com
Entailles two-piece sofa, starts
at $2,860, by Philippe Nigro at
Ligne Roset, 440 N. Wells St.,
312.222.9300, ligne-roset.com
Aluminum hanging
planter, $78, at Sprout
Home, 745 N. Damen
Ave., 312.226.5950,
sprouthome.com
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Inated steel Plopp stool,
$525, by Oskar Zieta at
aplusrstore.com
Float Wall shelves, price upon
request, by Glas Italia at
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When you have variety within your collection,
you can begin editing to combine similar colors,
textures and shapes. Tereasa Surratt
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Best Hunting
Grounds
Surratt relies on
everything from
old standards like
the Salvation Army
to church charities
and consignment
shops. She also
frequents Brown
Elephant resale
shops in Wisconsin.
Te Walworth
County Flea Market,
conveniently located
just a few miles away
from Wandawega, is
a perfect way to kick
of a weekend in the
country. Surratts tips
for happy hunting?
Hit markets at the
end of the day when
sellers are eager to
bargain; go alone so
you can shop at your
own pace; and leave
that Rolex at home
no one wants to
haggle if they think
youre loaded.
Step 3:
Use It or Lose It
If you have
handmade lace
handkerchiefs, for
example, the kind
your aunt took
to church in the
40s, then frame
them, display
them and create a
composition, says
Surratt. She practices
what she preaches
at Wandawega,
where outdoor
dinner parties
are dressed with
scores of antique
cocktail glasses,
table linens and an
epic collection of
Fiesta ware. Even a
grouping of retired
milk bottles becomes
ready-made vases.
And as for that
sizable cache of
vintage suitcases?
Surratt says they
provide perfect
storage in each of the
camps cabins (not
to mention a carryall
for your next thrift
store trip).
Step 2:
Unifcation
Theory
When it comes to
arranging those
truckloads of fea
market fnds,
Surratt is an ace at
transforming junk-
store clutter into
beautifully curated
vignettes. Te trick?
Find unifying factors
between objects,
like similar shapes
and materials. At
Wandawega, Surratt
said she tried to
steer clear of plastic
items and focused
her collections on
fnds dating between
the 1920s and 50s.
Institute your own
rules, she says, and
the odds of creating
cohesive spaces
rich in history and
texture go way up.
Step 1:
How to Create
a Collection
Cant fnd the
perfect pair? Skip the
search for identical
twin objects and go
for design siblings,
advises Surratt.
Soon groups of
three become groups
of 12 and then it
just snowballs, says
the collector, who
recommends starting
with objects that
are cheap, plentiful
and everyday
think bottles, jars,
potholders, pitchers,
teacups and coasters.
When you have
variety within your
collection, you can
begin editing to
combine similar
colors, textures
and shapes.
Vintage Addiction
A new book by thrift-genius Tereasa Surratt
upgrades secondhand stuff to frst-class status.
By Megan Meloth
When Ogilvy Creative Director Tereasa Surratt and husband
David decided to buy his childhood summer camp, they
quickly realized that revitalizing 65 condemned rooms over
25 acres was the renovation challenge of a lifetime. But with
a property this rich in history, the Wandawega Lake Resort
was bursting with antique treasures and creative inspiration.
A self-proclaimed pack rat and thrift store devotee, Surratt
set out to create a weekend retreat that wouldnt require
angel investors. She documented the process in her new
book Found, Free & Flea (Random House, $32.50). We
picked the brain of this Martha Stewart for the fea market
set to uncover the methods behind her vintage madness.
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Clockwise from top: tereasa Surratt loads up at Wolffs fea
market in rosemont; a collection of skeleton keys found at
the camp and collected at fea markets; minnow buckets
found scattered throughout the property are now used for
toad-catching on weekends; Surratts new book
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why we have always placed our trust in the expert hands of our craftsmen who lead every
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TRENDS!
Wood is carving a new path into the home, sprouting up in all manners of unexpected shapes
and sizes, from slender and highly polished to chunky and totally unnished. e latest pieces
to log on to the design scene include Jayson Home & Gardens Blake pendant light, which
mimics a bulb shape in new (and unbreakable) form, and Brian Keaney and Tony Alfstrms
walnut-wrapped coee service. And if youre looking to import all those organic shapes and
colors into your house without felling a single tree, Niba Rugs Wood Collection makes for a
drop-dead design statement thatll get your home made in the shade.
Timber!
By Alexandria Abramian-Mott
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Blake pendant light,
$375, at Jayson Home &
Garden, 1885 N. Clybourn
Ave., 800.472.1885,
jaysonhomeandgarden.com
Niba Rugs Wood Collection,
starts at $95 per square foot,
at George Smith, Merchandise
Mart, #1879A, 312.464.0242,
georgesmith.com
Ettore Console made from reclaimed
wood, $2,998, at anthropologie.com
Grove armoire in solid cherry, $2,299,
at Room & Board, 55 E. Ohio St.,
312.222.0970, roomandboard.com
Warm Black Carafes
+ Cups, $36-$133, by
Brian Keaney and Tony
Alfstrm of Tonsk, at
Post 27, 1819 W. Grand
Ave., 312.829.6122,
post27store.com
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continued...
For 14 years Pavilion Antiques has been the
kind of place where you can go to discover
a host of lesser-knownand sometimes
barely knownmodern and contemporary
designers. Steering clear of the usual
suspects and avoiding the obvious is what
its peripatetic dealers and owners, Deborah
Colman and Neil Kraus, are all about. Te
SAIC-trained duo (Colman was a ceramicist,
Kraus studied sculpture) bring their art-
educated sensibilities to sourcing a singular
selection of furniture and objects, from
1970s-era French and Italian pieces to the
cutting-edge lighting creations of 30-year-old
Dutch designer Christien Meinderstma.
Arrayed in a brilliantly white space,
Pavilions inventory (which recently included
a rosewood bufet by Alain Richard, Michel
Boyers stainless steel X Stool/Table and the
vaguely surrealist Fausto stool by Novello
Finotti), represents the owners tastes as well as
their take on the market. Tis is a business,
says Colman, but many times, we just buy
what we like, rather than thinking in purely
commercial terms. Italian lighting from the 60s
and 70s was all about research in new materials
and all about light as sculpture, rather than light
as function. We started buying that eight years
ago, not knowing what we were purchasing. We
just thought it was cool.
BriGHT spOTs
from top: pavilion Antiques
storefront; Christien
meinderstmas rope piece
Real Dealers
Pavilion Antiques digs deep into the pastand presentto score
one-of-a-kind nds. By Thomas Connors | Photography by Clayton Hauck
neil Kraus and deborah
Colman in their damen
Avenue store
finders, Keepers
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Space Saving with Style
745 N. Wells St., Chicago, 312.787.3358
www. home e l e me nt f ur ni t ur e . c om
The look and provenance
of a piece arent the only factors that drive
their decisions. Great readers in the history
of design, Colman and Kraus are fascinated
by the ways in which evolving industrial
processes have engaged the imaginations of
designers and shaped the appearance of the
man-made world. You fnd a lot of stainless
steel being used in the 70s, because it was a
new material, notes Colman. Designers are
always looking for new materials. Tats what
designers are doing today, whether its using
carbon fber or photoluminescent paper.
Early champions of such masters as
Francois Monnet, Jacques Charpentier,
Gabriella Crespi and Angelo Mangiarotti,
Colman and Kraus have always attempted
to stay ahead of the curve. But between the
Internet and an ever-expanding auction scene,
its not easy to fnd material no one else has.
We were selling French 70s before people
were hip to it or knew who the designers were,
Colman says. But now its incredibly popular
and those things are very hard to fnd. So
more than ever, she and Kraus must keep their
antennae up and their eyes open. A lot of it
comes down to actual shopping, getting out,
looking to see whats there, says Kraus. And
maintaining your focus, your parameters. You
never think youre being avant-garde; youre
just looking for great design.
While still showcasing great pieces from
the past, these veteran dealers have adeptly
incorporated new work into their program,
such as Meinderstmas striking lighting piece,
Rope. It came out of researching a project
on rope in the 16th-century Dutch shipping
industry, says Colman of the determinedly
minimalist piece. Te contemporary things
were interested in tend to be art-driven or they
are limited-edition pieces. And they have a
really diferent languagetheres no mistaking
them for vintage. And, adds Kraus, they
meet our criteriagreat design, incredible
materials, wonderful workmanship.
Although the Damen Avenue destination
carries glassware by Chicago designer Felicia
Ferrone, when it comes to its roster of of-the-
moment designers, Europeans dominate. We
are always looking in the U.S., but so far its been
difcult to fnd American design that works
with what we do, relates Colman. I dont
think theres been real support for innovative
design here. In the design and architecture
schools, its been more about product design.
But I think American designers are moving
away from the idea of reuse/recycle and are
starting to think in a more creative way.
While collectors, interior designers and
dealers have caught up with the Colman/
Kraus sensibility, its clear that even if the
designers admired by the duo enjoy a wider
currency than when Pavilion opened 14 years
ago, the individual pieces in the showroom
still represent a highly personal curatorial
acuity. Tere are successful dealers for whom
this is purely business, muses Colman. Tey
crunch the numbers and buy accordingly. Neil
and I come from an art background. We buy
through diferent eyes.
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prime finds from top left:
italian sculptural light sconces
by reggiani ; Alain richards
rosewood buffet; pavilions
gallery-like interiors; a bronze
sculpture by W.G. davis
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Is discriminating taste inherited or acquired? Were
talking the kind of drop-dead sense of style that makes
a person the kind of authority others solicit for an
opinion or advice.
Fern Simon, an art historian who owns the
Winnetka modern design gallery Arts 220, believes
both processes apply to this attribute. And she has
compelling evidence to support her viewpoint.
On natures side are her four siblings in aesthetically
oriented felds, which prompts her to quip, Design
is in our genes. Te comment is an understatement
considering the lineup includes her twin, the nationally
renowned style arbiter and New York design retailer
Murray Moss, as well as the late award-winning Esquire
portrait photographer Jean Moss.
But nurture clearly amplifed genetics in the Moss
family. Our father, an inventor, was a huge proponent
of ungimmicky, functional design, and my mother had
a wicked but wonderfully subversive decorative streak,
she confdes. When her father put a bona fde, industrial-
grade, stainless steel water fountain in the dining room
and a hand dryer of the same ilk in the powder room,
her mother camoufaged the former with a fake kumquat
tree and crowned the latter with frothy Venetian glass
fxtures shaped like grapes.
Flash forward 40 years, and Simon has forged her
own singular version of glamorous utility in her 1970s
Wilmette condo overlooking Lake Michigan, complete
with a new order of industrial-grade accoutrements.
In this case, theyre the contract
Simon Says...
An outspoken dealer of modern design, Fern Simon plays to
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crossovers that shes
chosen to furnish her homepieces
by the l i kes of Herman Mi l ler
and Knollprecisely because of
their utility, comfort, superior
craftsmanship and historical design signifcance, she
explains. And their sheer beauty.
In fact, all her crossovers have been in demand
ever since theyve been brought to market, and are icons
in their own right, says Eric Ceputis, the Evanston
designer who helped Simon transform the 2,100-square-
foot apartment from a veritable rabbits warren of rooms
into a sleek, airy and austerely elegant space to beft and
underscore her furnishings and art.
Tere, a thoughtfully curated, highly personal and
decidedly imaginative collection of furniture and art
is anchored by lean basics with a modern provenance
and a glinting terrazzo foor inspired by the one she
admired as a child in her fathers ofce. Te astutely
selected, hard-working players include trim Florence
Knoll seating; an ambidextrous dining suite forged out
of a Gae Aulenti table; multipurpose Eames Aluminum
Group task chairs; and an Antonio Citterio credenza.
Also included are serene charcoal gray wool area carpets
and flmy, smoky gray mesh drapes that ofer shade but
let the lake peek through.
Audacious German expressionist prints and a life-
size, undulating Harry Bertoia sculpture titled Willow,
an iconic piece that has an oft-noted
home schooled clockwise from
top left: harry Bertoias Willow
sculpture rests in the corner of the
living room, which also features
Paul Frankls cloud coffee table;
simon in Florence Knolls lounge
seat; a maarten Bass dining chair;
Robert Goodnoughs painting
makes a dining room statement
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Cousin Itt, coexist with splashy Gaetano Pesce chairs,
surreal Moschino handbags and minimal conceptual
pieces such as Marcel Wanders weightless but solid
Knotted chair and Peter Marigolds Ana stool from
his Palindrome series, the latest gift from her visionary
brother, Murray.
Yet regardless of their age or provenance, all play
to an exacting philosophy. Im interested in pieces
that are born from creativity. Tey refect new ideas,
embrace new materials and use new technologies, says
Simon. So to me, modern isnt one time period; its a
mindset and way of pushing boundaries that spans the
past, present and future. Ceputis shares her approach,
and has worked with Simons collection of furnishings
and artworks that break old conventions and forge new
ones. And many of those items, both old and new, are
also informed by her brother.
Simons favorite vintage case in point is her Dieter
Rams 606 Universal Shelving System, which has been
in continuous production since it debuted in 1960 as
one of the frst foating wall systems. Ceputis, enamored
with the elegant steel shelving, wanted her to use it in
her apartment. Its sturdy, infnitely fexible and the
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polished aluminum standards
are so exquisitely crafted that
they remind me of fne jewelry,
he says. Coincidentally, Murray,
the only retail distributor of the
system in the United States,
had already made the same
suggestion to Simon, which
sealed the deal.
Her two newest favorite
convention-breaking fnds were
also brought to her attention by
Murray. One is the conceptual
Ana stool he gave her, made in a novel mold-and-cast
process that creates mirror image sides out of two
highly contrasting materials, which in this case is
rough-hewn wood and a sleek composite. Te other,
another gift from Moss, is Andrea Salvettis aluminum
wooden crate, also made in a novel mold-and-
cast process so the metal emulates craggy wooden
planks. Simon is most attracted to its broad potential.
It can be a stool, a bench, a table or a stand, which is
how I use it, she notes.
And more seminal pieces are sure to come. Im a
dealer, so Im always looking for new design statements.
I like change, so nothing in my home is etched in
stone, says Simon. Plus, when you change things
around, you see them in a new way and they take on a
totally new perspective.
Ultimately, new perspectives are the raison dtre
for this farsighted dealer, who is about to move to a
larger condominium nearby and do it all again thanks
to her recent marriage. Hes a game theorist and just
as progressive and conceptual as I am, Simon says. We
suspect their simpatico outlooks will translate into some
pretty gutsy pieces.
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Lush, verdant gardens are the stuf of dreams in most
Chicago neighborhoods, where land is tight and houses
usually eat up most of the scant square footage on the
standard 25-by-125-foot city lot. Tats precisely why
Jennifer Girard used to get twinges of exasperation and
envy when she passed by a double lot one block from
her west Lakeview house.
It was a gaping hole in the close-knit fabric of the
bustling street, where all the other buildings were set so
close together that the narrow gangways between them
were impenetrable to sunlight. It held a ramshackle gray
house and garage clad in peeling siding, surrounded by
a giant yard that was part parking lot and part open-
air storage shed. Te owners had a down-and-dirty
landscaping service, so the area was scattered with
forgotten pickup trucks, gardening equipment, bags of
dirt, hunks of rock and stacks of supplies.
But Girard was able to see beyond the eyesore.
Te lot was big and sunny and deep and reeked of
potential, she says. So Id always daydream about
what I could do with the place if I owned it. Never
mind that Girard wasnt a gardener and had just
bought a greystone; she was transfxed with the notion
of owning an urban oasis.
A chance meeting made her dreams come true. I
saw these huge, gorgeous quartz crystal boulders on their
lot, so I knocked on their door and asked if I could buy
some for my own yard. Tey sold me a few, and when
I picked them up I told them to call me if they ever
wanted to sell their property, she explains. A few weeks
later, the husband died, the wife called Girard and they
cut a deal on the spot. I rented out my own place and
moved in there a month later, she reminisces.
In a sweet irony, Girard had to schlep those
weighty rocks, about 300 pounds each, back to the
property, where they became the frst artifacts in her
burgeoning oasis. I put them right back where they
were to start with, but if Id only waited they probably
wouldve come with the lot, she laughs. Ten she
promptly enclosed the area with a dappled brick fence
to shield it from passersby and the busy corner grocery
right next door.
Te fence gave her the privacy she neededboth
physically and symbolicallyto transform the land into
a retreat fueled by her vision and chutzpah rather than
gardening savvy and skill. I didnt want anyone looking
in, and I wanted to be removed from everything about
the city when I was back there, she says.
With the convention-freeing fence in place, Girard
embarked on an endless home improvement and
gardening experiment that continues to this day, 34
years after she bought the place. I didnt know what I
didnt know, so I did what I wanted, she admits. And
if it failed, Id try something else.
But through it all, she relied on an unerring eye she
honed thanks to her profession as a photographer, as well
as her penchant to trade services. Tats how she got a
remarkable hand-carved front door thats
the aCCIdentaL
GaRdeneR Jennifer
Girard (bottom right)
has an irreverent
and spontaneous
approach to
gardening. She built
the koi pond herself,
then enlarged it
two years ago
because the fsh
were outgrowing it.
Girard also planted a
birdbath then topped
it with a Buddhas
head (center).
Edens
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...continued a work of art in its own right; handsome
cedar plank siding to replace the decaying vinyl; and the
many arresting sculptures that dot the garden today.
Some tactics failed, like the vegetable garden she
planted between the house and the garage as soon as
she moved in. I worked at it for a few years, but the
trees got so tall that nothing got enough sunlight to
fourish. So I fnally ripped it out and decked over the
entire zone, she explains.
But other ideas were wildly successful.
Vines she started next to fences, porch railings
and walls tenaciously seized their support systems
and never let go, while varieties of ground cover and
annuals took root to become velvety carpets. Visits to
Home Depot, which gets the best plant materials in
the city at the best prices, inspired her and fueled her
gardening eforts.
Over the years, she has learned that her favorite
annuals for the many beds and containers she plants
are petunias and impatiens, which are dazzling,
economical, easy to grow and come in a rainbow of
colors. Shes also taken to making everything she
fnds that is visually intriguing into fodder for the
tableaux she forges, from pretty rocks she picks up on
road trips and birdhouses she unearths at garage sales
to sculptures, pots and other accessories she buys at
galleries and stores or gets from friends.
Like a grand opus that will never be complete,
Girard is always fnding ways to improve and sweeten
her retreat. Five years ago, when she longed to hear water
to harmonize with the roar of the nearby, which she
likens to an ocean, she dug out a little pool of water,
edged it with pretty rocks, anchored it with a waterfall
and stocked it with koi. Two years later, when the fsh
got too large and their numbers too prolifc for the little
pond, she doubled its size.
And this year, shes back to growing vegetables, but
this time on the sun-drenched porch of the third story
of the house. In a few weeks, Ive already grown enough
to eat for weeks, she reports. From a barren plot of land,
Girard has clearly crafted a New Age Garden of Eden
that sustains her body and soul.
then and wow artistic fnds from road trips, gallery
openings and art fairs, as well as gifts from friends, give
the garden personality. examples include an ironwork
parrot and house, along with a variety of birdhouses,
rocks and fgurative sculptures.
GREG ALLEN ELDRIDGE
CS Interiors magazine: How did you get started in
the real estate industry?
Greg Allen Eldridge: Id been drawn to real estate in the
mid 1990s as a very compelling entrepreneurial opportunity. In
1998 I joined the Gold Coast ofce of Coldwell Banker Stanmeyer.
Then, in 2002, moved my business to @properties. Its been an
incredible ride.
CSI: What are the top assets that separate you from your
competition?
GAE: I have experience in virtually all aspects of residential real
estate, from large-scale new construction development and sales,
to representing sellers in the marketing of their home, to helping
buyers nd their new home. This experience gives my clients
condence that whatever happens, Ill be able to get them the best
deal possible.
CSI: What makes clients seek you out as a realtor?
GAE: My business is generally all referral, so Im usually meeting
a client for the rst time because a friend of theirs has recommended
me from positive experiences that weve shared in their real estate
transactions. As compliments go, it doesnt get any sweeter.
CSI: What approaches do you take that give you a unique
edge in the market?
GAE: My clients appreciate my honesty (even when its not
good news), work ethic, depth and breadth of knowledge and
sense of humor. I feel its very important that rational expectations
are established initially so everyone is on the same page as the
transaction unfolds.
CSI: What real estate changes can Chicagoans expect in
the coming years?
GAE: As the market continues to consolidate in the next year or
two, there will continue to be some great real estate available at
amazing prices. New construction will continue to slowly percolate
at the smaller end of the spectrum, but it will probably be 4-5 years
before any large-scale new construction takes place.
CSI: What makes Chicago a unique city to live in?
GAE: Chicago has an incredible energy to it! You are a short walk
or drive from an amazing array of cool things to experience. The
only reason we have winters is to limit the hordes of humanity that
would want to live her if we were winter-less.
CSI: What steps do you take to help rst-time owners
feel comfortable?
GAE: Its very important to buyers, particularly in this market,
that they feel they are getting a good deal. I provide my buyer
clients with tons of market data so they feel comfortable about
their investment. I also try to take as much of scariness out of
the transaction as possible by having a highly procient group
that includes an excellent contractor, lawyer, mortgage broker and
inspector.
CSI: How do you incorporate digital tools into real
estate?
GAE: The internet is enormously important for marketing real
estate, so its essential to utilize tools to leverage a compelling
presence for prospective buyers to encounter as theyre searching
online. Individual URLs for each property, high-concept eblasts,
high-quality photos/tours are some of the tools to ensure that
presence.
CSI: How do you make a house more marketable?
GAE: I want prospective buyers to feel that a home that Im
marketing is the most compelling deal of the homes theyve seen,
which is what will motivate them to write an offer. Several critical
areas to ensure this reaction are rational pricing, staging, updating
nish detail and attending to all deferred maintenance. Obviously
every aspect of the marketing program needs to also be dialed in.
CSI: How do you help buyers nd the right neighborhood
that ts them and their life in Chicago?
GAE: One of the stellar features of Chicago is the array of
neighborhoods, each offering compelling residential attributes. I
encourage buyers to explore a prospective neighborhood at various
times of day/week to experience what the vibe of the neighborhood
is. Its important that a buyer can really envision themselves living
in a neighborhood.
CSI: What advice can you offer new homeowners in
Chicago?
GAE: First of all, congrats! I recommend to keep your home
updated over the years so that when you ultimately sell it, your
home is updated and ready to go. Youll enjoy all the updated
features over the years.
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Architecture
Abroad
Local architects are on a serious
building streakoutside of
Chicago, that is.
By Amalie Drury
The downside of the recession in this
skyline-proud city? The sudden lack of
funding meant plans for notable new
buildings came to a grinding halt, the
biggest disappointment being the once
imagination-spurring Chicago Spirenow a
doomed, fenced-off hole in the ground. But
even as frms downsized and regrouped,
many Chicago architects kept dreaming. Its
just that lately, theyve been chasing those
dreams farther and farther away from home.
Studio Gang
Te Project: Vancouver-based developer Concord Pacifc liked what they saw when Chicago
architect Jeanne Gangs undulating Aqua tower debuted to critical acclaim in 2009. Tey
called on Studio Gang Architects to design Vancouver Twin Towers, a project currently in
the conceptual phase. Te Plan: Te Towerswhose wave pattern is reminiscent of Gangs
most famous building to datewill implement water, solar, geothermal and ventilation
strategies to reduce energy consumption, and rooftop gardens will reduce the urban heat-
island efect. Te Lesson: Vancouver has a really strong vision of a green city thats not so
connected to cars, and participating in how thats done will defnitely refect back on our
work here in Chicago, says Gang, who is currently working on the redevelopment of Village
Center in Hyde Park. Te project, anchored by grocer Whole Foods, will include a below-
grade parking system that will keep the street level active and pedestrian-friendly.
Perkins+Will
The Project : Its not
unusual for a mega-firm
like Perkins+Will (more
than 1,600 employees in 23
ofces around the world) to
have major overseas projects
under way, but its Chicago
headquarters is particularly
excited about two China-
based projects, both currently
under construction: the
Shanghai Nature Museum
and the Oriental Fishermans
Wharf. Te Plan: For the nature museum, Perkins+Will teamed with Chicago landscape
frm Hoerr Schaudt to unite a free-fowing, nautilus shell-inspired building design with
strong landscape elements. Ideas were taken from traditional Chinese garden design
concepts and used in a modern and responsive way to link this new structure with the
importance of landscape in Chinese culture, says project director Bill Doerge. Te
Fishermans Wharf is a waterfront development that aims for commercial viability in
what has traditionally been an industrial district. We wanted to create an iconic landmark
along the riverthe appropriate image was critical, as was the need to create a public open
space at the heart of the development, he adds. Te Lesson: Because it can take years to
get a building from concept to construction phase one, Chicago continues to be a global
source for architectural design talent, says Doerge. And we often fnd ourselves competing
with other Chicago frms in diferent parts of the world.
natural wonder the Shanghai nature Museum pays
tribute to the importance of landscape in Chinese culture.
CoMMon ground Studio gangs Vancouver twin
towers will be just as engaging at the pedestrian
level as they are when viewed from afar.
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Adrian Smith + Gordon Gill Architecture
Te Project: Adrian Smith + Gordon Gill Architecture (Smith designed
Chicagos Trump Tower) won an international competition to design a
new anchor for the skyline in Seoul, Korea: the 800-foot-tall Federation
of Korean Industries (FKI) tower, currently under construction. (Te
frm is also currently working on Masdar Headquarters, the worlds
frst large-scale positive-energy buildingmeaning it generates more
energy than it consumesoutside Abu Dhabi.) Te Challenge: Te
client wanted an iconic building, and our goal was to produce a design
whose uniqueness related more to high performance than to its visual
identity. At the same time, as always, aesthetics matter. Te result? A
high-performing ofce building with one of the worlds most innovative
and sustainable exterior wall systems, says Gill. Te angled panels
and irregularly placed skygardens also happen to create a strong
architectural presence on the city skyline. Te view from various
points in the city will be striking: We also wanted the buildings
faade to look three-dimensional from throughout Seoul; at less than
a 15-degree angle, the exterior wall appears fat from a distance.
Te Lesson: Smith and Gill say that although theyre working on a
few exciting projects in the U.S., international work is much more
available. We hope that American cities can beneft from what
architects have done overseas, says Gill. Teres a great need in the
U.S. for fresh thinking, both in terms of designing new buildings and
retroftting existing ones. We need to be concentrating on sustainable
designproducing a new generation of highly
energy-efcient buildings that, whenever possible,
generate much of the energy they consume from
renewable sources. FKI is an example of that.
Goettsch Partners
Te Project: Te under-construction Park Hyatt Guangzhou in China
is the work of Chicagos Goettsch Partners, where a team led by James
Zheng created a design for the building that references the organic quality
of Chinese bamboo. Te Challenge: Te client wanted a number of
diferent useshotel, residential, ofce and retailall within a single
building on a tight urban site located over two transit stations, says
Zheng. Te Lesson: One of the main advantages of working overseas
is that we are exposed to new ideas and techniques in both design and
construction, says Zheng. It allows us to identify and develop best
practices. But, while we are able to continually evolve our thinking, the
reality is that not all regions of the world have the ability to execute these
ideas given the relative maturity of their local markets. (Like in Chicago,
where most of downtown is already built up.) Te Home Turf: Zheng
says while building in Chicago is still mostly on hold, Te architects
who design many of the most distinguished international buildings in
the world live here in Chicago, Zheng says. With any rebound in the
local market, these same architects will have the opportunity to bring
their leading knowledge to projects throughout the city.
Shape Shifter
the federation Korean
industries tower
on edge
exterior carved
corners refect
internal foor-
plan changes in
the park hyatt
guangzhou.
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the woodshop, workers mill, sand and stain weathered
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ride machines, miscellaneous furnishings and an
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disassembled and reincarnated in other spaces. We
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Herold frst sketched on a napkin during a meeting
with Hard Rock executives and which will be installed
in a new club in Florence, Italy.
Hanging from the walls are framed graphics used in
glamorous storefronts, including one of Geiers favorites,
a giant 5-by-10 frame used in a Gucci window display,
which has 1,500 individual SweetN Low packets lined
up in perfect rows.
Tey wanted to use them as a backdrop because it
matches one of their pink fabric dresses, so we designed
a slight recess for every little package, he says. It has
that impact quality.
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Future Forward
Design star Kara Mann takes an aging,
lake-adjacent mansion and brings it up
to speed with a to-the-studs makeover.

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When Kara Manns clients purchased an expansive
Georgian-style North Shore home, one of the frst
things they did was to put in a glass-and-steel addition
of the kitchen area. In part, the new space was built
to capitalize on the lake views, but it also created an
architectural odd couple. Enter designer Mann, who was
tasked with creating a happy design marriage despite an
almost 100-year-old age diference (the original home
was built in the 1920s). But presiding over that union
turned out to be only part of the story presented by the
sprawling, 18,000-square-foot project.
SHADES OF GRAY
Kara Mann relied on
a variety of charcoal
tones in the living
room to add texture
and depth. A KDM
velvet sofa is paired
with a black lacquer
side chair by JF
Chen. Linen sheer
metallic drapery by
Opuzen; Dransfeld &
Ross leopard pillow
from Jayson Home &
Garden; bark-shaped
silver vase from Tabula
Tua; and candlesticks
from Martha Sturdy
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Tere was also the matter of updating the original
structure without obliterating its inherent grace and
bygone grandeur, and creating a sophisticated space
that could nevertheless accommodate the clients four
children and large-scale entertaining. Oh, and did we
mention that the client has a serious preference for
charcoal tones?
Tis was a project that was really about walking
that fne line, says Mann, the wnder-decorator known
for her dramatic interiors and highly sophisticated spaces
that maintain a whif of punk rebellion. Weve got this
classic, gorgeous space juxtaposed against a steel-and-
glass structure. It was a marriage between opposing
forces, and so it was really about creating a balance. A
lot of the design came in the form of traditional details
done with a modern sensibility.
Left: The dining room
is high on drama with
a custom Pavilion table
surrounded by Victoria
Hagan Home chairs
available through Holly
Hunt; Robert Crowder
custom wallcovering; Tina
Freys resin-footed bowl
from Tabula Tua; etched
glass Demijohn from Jayson
Home & Garden. Above: In
the foyer, Neil Goodmans
Spin sculpture keeps
company with a James
Casebere photograph; John
Saladino banquette; and
an ikat pillow from Jayson
Home & Garden
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Mining the modern out of traditional elements
and materials became the ultimate goal of the project,
says Mann. Case in point: the living room. With its
generous size and almost rigid symmetry, Mann
searched for a way to bring it into the 21st century
without moving walls. Te answer? Eglomise, a kind
of back-painted mirror that she used to clad the entire
freplace surround. Traditionally thered be a motif
or drawing on it, says Mann. What was so beautiful
about this was that there was no design on the panels;
so you get the texture of a refective surface with this
modern quality.
In the master bathroom, which Mann had built
to take full advantage of the lake views, she used a
pair of Ochre chandeliers to similar efect. Te client
loves those lighting pieces because theyre based of
of a traditional idea, but theyre realized in a modern
way, says Mann. Tat was the constant throughout
the house.
Te other through-line turned out to be texture,
which Mann used as one of her ultimate tactics in teasing
a traditional house into more modern turf. Instead of
opting for bold color, heavily patterned textiles and
attention-getting wallpapers, Mann used subtly toned
Clockwise from top: Kartells Mademoiselle armchair is paired with a Westwater Patterson mirrored
vanity in the dressing room; the master bedroom features Bergamo fabric drapery available through
Holly Hunt and an Eileen Fisher for Garnet Hill bedcover. Throw pillows from Maze Home and Jayson
Home & Garden; white Calcutta marble makes a statement in the master bath; chandeliers from Ochre
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textures to give the project depth and coherence, from
the Tai Ping carpet in the living room with its barely-
there silk pattern in smoky blue wool to the master
bathrooms mix of slab and mosaic Calcutta stone. Even
in the new space, built by New York-based architects
Leroy Street Studio, Mann opted for a wood plank
ceiling. Te new space has stone foors, whereas most
of the rest of the house has wood foors, says Mann.
Te wood ceiling helps to connect it.
Color also helps connect the roomsor rather,
the lack of color. Mann says that the client prefers a
palette of mostly charcoals over bold, in-your-face
toneshence the pale gray walls in the sprawling
foyer, the neutrally colored Richard Shapiro sofas
in the living room and the Troscan seating from
Holly Hunt in the add-ons sitting area. But far from
limiting Mann, she says the color constraints helped
keep the project focused on its one-of-a-kind, lake-
adjacent setting.
Te client had a distinct palette that she wanted
to stick with. Mostly grays and charcoals with pops of
these crisper blue and green colors, says Mann. Part
of that is in reaction to the lake; some days its got that
crazy Caribbean blue and some days its Arctic gray
with white caps. We played down the color inside so
that the lake can really be the star.
Opposite page: The
breakfast room addition
features a Koch Smith
custom dining table
surrounded by Mario
Bellini chairs from
Manifesto. David Weeks
Cross Cable chandelier
hangs overhead.
Above: Lake views
steal the show in the
outdoor eating area
with Philippe Starcks
Toy chairs from Unica
Home, protected
from the elements
by Perennials Canvas
Weave chair covers.
Some days the lake has got that crazy Caribbean blue and some
days its Arctic gray with white caps... we played down the color
inside so that the lake can really be the star. Kara Mann
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Shade Worker
Aussie designer Jenny Rossignuolo
imports a palette of warm tones and
bold design to give an Uptown house
its day in the sun.
By Lisa Cregan | Photography by Tony Soluri
Amid the labyrinth of prosaic Uptown alleys, one
garage rooftop seems oblivious to the climatic realities
of the Upper Midwest. Its a full-fedged outdoor room
encased by plantings and appearing quite capable of
foating away down Broadway beneath its cloud of
triangular canvas sails. Te sails add a sense of sculpture
and drama. In Australia, everybody has them, says
the homes designer, Aussie native Jenny Rossignuolo,
whos also the owner of the fashion-forward interior
design store Urban Source.
Chicago may not get quite as many days of
sunshine as Rossignuolos native Melbourne, but the
sails do double dutyblocking both the rays of the
summer sun and the gazes from nearby buildings. Tose
TONE POEM
In the living room of
this Uptown home,
designer Jenny
Rossignuolo paired
Pierre Paulins iconic
Pumpkin seater from
Ligne Roset with a
blue armchair from
Bo Concept and
a Room & Board
sofa. Architect Greg
Howe used acid-
edged steel for the
freplace surround
to provide the room
with a strong but
simple gesture.
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neighbors have every right to be curious. In addition to
the talented Rossignuolo, the award-winning architect
Greg Howe of Searl Lamaster Howe Architects was
enlisted for this sparkling renovation. Together with
the homes very engaged and creative owner, they
formed a remarkable collaboration.
Rossignuolo says when she arrived here 11 years ago
after a design stint in London (followed by a whirlwind
romance and marriage to a native Midwesterner), she
was surprised by how timid most Chicagoans are in
their design styles. In Melbourne, no ones afraid of
drama. People here are more conservative than they are
in London or Australia.
Shes defnitely not referring to her client for
this project. Hes a book-loving, piano-playing, art-
collecting Ph.D. candidate whos just young enough
to be fearless. When his real estate agent showed
him a chopped-up 2,800-square-foot greystone in
a neighborhood he loved, he immediately started
brainstorming about how to turn it back into a
single-family home. He says Searl Lamaster Howe
Architects was an easy choice for the renovation.
Left: Paper-backed
vinyl wallcoverings from
Urban Source give the
master bedroom a sense
of texture while the
Orange Skin bed and
custom-colored Liora
Manne rug provide tactile
luxury. Right: In the foyer,
Rossignuolo selected
a blue/gray tone to
complement the spaces
architectural elements
like the sliding barn
door that leads to the
downstairs offce.
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I like their clean aesthetic and the way they use shape
very intelligently, says the client. I didnt want a
cookie-cutter house. I wanted distinctive features.
Tose distinctive features are obvious as soon as
the front door swings open. One of the frst things
I asked for was a two-story, foor-to-ceiling bookshelf
and Greg took that idea and ran with it, says the
homeowner. Howes frst move was to clear out the
walls and move the staircase to the center of the free-
fowing space. He then encased the new stairs in an
array of steel cables supporting terrazzo treads. Te
fnishing touch was the bookcase, a very functional
tower of shelves designed into the stairway that carries
a literary collection two stories up to the soft glow of
a new skylight.
Te homeowner likes modern, but hes the
opposite of a minimalist, says Howe, pointing to the
pleasantly cluttered reading nook that Rossignuolo
carved out beneath the staircase. Defned by a swoopy
Womb Chair and a snappy, circular Angela Adams
rug, it provides a spot of coziness in an otherwise
modernist landscape. He can sit in that comfortable
chair and read and still be at the center of the house,
notes Rossignuolo.
Clever architectural touches like a sliding barn
door that conceals a downstairs ofce and a wide-open
foor plan provided an alluring canvas for a designer
with lots of colorful ideas. In our frst meeting the
client said he wasnt afraid of saturated color, says
Rossignuolo. He didnt want any white walls; he
wanted warmth.
And if theres one thing a sun-baked Aussie knows,
its warmth. Rossignuolo chose a series of show-stopping
wall treatments to establish a welcoming mood. In
the living space alone, porridge-y taupe, steel blue and
apple green walls play of an astonishing swath of lively
patterned wallpaper that anchors the main staircase wall.
I wanted a sense of drama on the walls, Rossignuolo
Opposite page: The
blinds in the dining
room provided the
palette for many of
the designers color
choices, including the
apple green used in
the dining room area.
Metal sculpture by
David & Rick. Above: A
vintage walnut dining
table from Pegboard
Modern is surrounded
by the clients original
red leather chairs.
Overhead, Rossignuolo
used the Tolomeo
Double Suspension light
from Design Within
Reach as a surprise
element in the room.
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explains. Tat wallpaper is on the most noticeable wall
and I wanted big impact there. Te pattern balances
the staircases colder elements. She says she painted the
freplace wall in taupe to soften the feel of the blackened
steel mantel, and the dining room in a splashy green to
draw the eye to the back of the house. I liked the idea
of doing the color in big splashes, says the designer.
Rossignuolos secret weapon for such bold turns of
the color wheel is white. She says even a show-stopping
piece like the living rooms astonishing foor lamp can
provide a calming infuence if its white. You need
white when youre working with this much color; the eye
has to have somewhere to rest, she says. Case in point
is the master bedroom where Rossignuolo created a
dark shell using blue-gray wallcoverings and curtains
in the same shade. She then added a boldly contrasting,
bright white bed to emphasize the surrounding darker
shades; the resulting space feels totally enveloping. I
love it. Its like sleeping in a cave, laughs the owner.
Jenny did a great job. She brought a fresh
perspective to this house, says Howe. And the
homeowner concurs: When the sheers are drawn and
you look in from the street at night you can see the
shape of the piano and the chandelier over it and little
bits of colorit looks so intriguing. And nothing
timid about it.
Opposite page: Amy Wilders
Loops wallpaper from Urban
Source gives the reading area
instant style. Rossignuolo
paired Eero Saarinens Womb
chair for Knoll at Design
Within Reach with an Angela
Adams hand-tufted wool
rug. Above: The outdoor
dining area features high-
functioning furniture that
includes Pierro Lissonis Lizz
chairs from Design Within
Reach Outdoor and Room &
Boards Sonoma table.
In our frst meeting the client said he wasnt afraid of saturated color.
He didnt want any white walls; he wanted warmth. Jenny Rossignuolo
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When Ryan Nestor left Lowell, Ind., for architecture
school, he suspected that he was saying goodbye to
small-town life forever. Tat was before he reconnected
with Rusty, a childhood friend who had recently
moved back to Lowell herself to raise her daughter
Jordin. In 2007, the couple got engaged and bought a
3,200-square-foot ranch home on 19 acres. Although
the property was spectacularthere are old-growth
oak trees and two ravinesthe home was dated and
poorly designed to take advantage of the propertys
scenic vistas, rolling hills and acres of oak trees. Some
spaces are designed to focus your attention on whats
going on in the space itself, and this whole house was
Roaming Home
A Chicago-based designer discovers
that theres no place like Lowell.
By Tate Gunnerson | Photography by Tony Soluri
BACK ON THE RANCH
To enhance the views
of the lush exterior of
his home in Lowell,
Ind., architect Ryan
Nestor added a series
of sliding glass doors
that overlook the long
side porch and also
emphasize the ranch
homes horizontal lines.
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like that, Nestor says. We made the house much
more site-specifc. Instead of making the house more
introverted, we made it more extroverted.
To that end, Nestor replaced the long, rectangular
homes many small windows with large sliding glass
doors, which lead to covered porches on either side. To
further enhance the views, they ditched an unattractive
2-by-4 porch railing in favor of orange Foscarini rope
lights, which hang from the ceiling as a subtle barrier
and add a contemporary pop of color to the homes
opaque cedar siding. Te glass doors look out onto a
forested hill that leads to a creek and then fattens out
into farmland as far as the eye can see, a result of Nestors
decision to clear 50 feet of trees from the hill. Instead
of looking 10 feet into the forest, you can see hundreds
of feet down the hill to the creek and back out over
the country, says Nestor. Te new orientation also
capitalized on the sunset, which seems to last forever
going down over the trees.
Although Nestors frm, Barker/Nestor Architecture
+ Design, specializes in restaurants such as the recently
opened Union Sushi and BBQ in River North, he
says that experience helped him completely transform
the dated ranch home without busting the budget.
Restaurants want big efect with minimal dollars,
so you have to choose where you spend your money
carefully, and I have the same philosophy in my house,
Nestor says. You look very closely at what a space gives
We made the house much more site-specifc. Instead of making the house
more introverted, we made it more extroverted. Ryan Nestor
Opposite page: A spun
steel freplace, pine
boxcar siding and large
glass garage doors from
Clopay give the detached
studio an industrial
cottage feel. Above:
Rusty, Ryan and Jordin
(far right) kick back and
relax on the side porch.
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you and then you capitalize on that and let some of the
small stuf fade away.
Te fact that they planned to be married on the
property less than a year after purchasing it, and had
already sent out wedding invitations to more than 300
family and friends, made it especially important to
keep things in perspective. To create a large master
suite, Nestor eliminated a hallway and combined two
small bedrooms. He also foated the bed in the middle
of the room facing the entrance to give them space
for a cleverly disguised ofce behind the headboard.
You have some bling mixed in with more pedestrian
items, says Nestor, who also splurged on designer
lighting for the deck, the kitchen and the dining area.
We both enjoy the theatrics of restaurant designs,
the escape quality, says KI Designs Katherine
Ingrassia, Barker/Nestors interior designer, who lent
her assistance during their renovation. Pulling some
of those elements and dropping them into a humble
farmhouse gets a big punch.
Left: Designed by
Poul Henningsen for
Louis Poulsen, the
PH5 Pendant Lamps
hang above a custom
Amish dining table.
Five clocks are set
to the local time of
different design hubs.
Its all these world-
class, international
cities and then the
last clock is Lowell,
Indiana, Nestor says.
Right: Overlooking the
detached studio is a
pergola that Jordin
painted the same
shade of chartreuse
green (Benjamin
Moore, Jalapeo
Pepper) used for
the house trim.
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Although at frst it appeared that the entire house
would have to be gutted, they soon realized that
much of the space could be transformed with simple
cosmetic changes. In the nearby kitchen, Nestor
ripped out the honey oak wall cabinets, which he
replaced with staggered open shelving on a wall tiled
with long and thin porcelain backsplash tiles that echo
the homes rectangular lines. Rather than replacing
the base cabinets, Nestor simply painted them white.
Bead board wainscoting, chalkboard painted walls
and butcher-block countertops complete the picture.
Its a working country kitchen, and I didnt want it
to be too slick and contemporary, Nestor says. We
like mixing it up.
Tey hadnt intended to renovate a detached garage
steps from the property, but they soon realized that the
eyesore would be the frst thing arriving wedding guests
would see, so with weeks to spare, they completely made
over the structure with pine boxcar siding, a mod spun-
steel freplace and glass doors that let in plenty of light.
Many restaurant groups use them to open large bar areas
to outdoor seating areas, Nestor says.
Tey fnished the space, and it has become one of
their favorite features of the property. Te two of us
putting things together is a pretty cool combination,
says Rusty, a sentiment no doubt shared by a few
hundred of the couples wedding guests.
Opposite page: Nestor carried the bead board
wainscoting and Royal Mosa porcelain backsplash
tiles from the kitchen into the mudroom, which is
outftted with a bench and storage. Above, from
top: The long porches on either side of the house
offer plenty of space for dining and entertainment
areas. Hanging Foscarini rope lights and other
orange accents add color to the neutral deck.
Nestor had a mason create a pair of glass-block
panels that were installed in the master bathroom
steam shower and in the studios bathroom.
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flet mignon and portobello carpaccio, and listened
to a quartet from the Chicago Youth Symphony.
tHe BOttOM Line Te party raised $80,000 for the
Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago. Alexandra Finkel
Nick Eugenio, James Berger, Austin Turban,
Kristin Atchinson and Louise McLaughlin
Margaux Harrold, Peter McKelvy and Kelly Monahan
Lori nerenberg, robin Armour and Mary Arnberg
Chris and Sheila Kennedy
Laurette Lutiger, Grace Sielaff and Lisa Simonian
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ABOUTTOWN
JESSE CHICAGO
ANNIVERSARY
Jesse Chicago opened its doors
to celebrate their one-year
anniversary in the city during the
bustling week of NeoCon 2011 at
the Merchandise Mart. Designers
and industry members stopped
by to join the unique furniture
showroom in their celebration
and enjoyed refreshments from
Caf Iberico.
REZA FEIZ OF PHASE
DESIGN AT HAUTE LIVING
CS Interiors and Haute Living
helped welcome Designer Reza
of Phase Design to Chicago for
an evening of cocktails and hors
doeuvres. Guests mingled with
the designer and admired his
simple and luxurious furniture
and tabletop designs. The artist
began in 2000 in Los Angeles and
was welcomed to Chicago during
the Neocon celebration.
ANTONIO LUPI
REOPENING PARTY
Guests gathered to view the
River Norths newly renovated
bathroom showroom, Antonio
Lupi, and mingle with fellow
designers in the interior design
community. Guests enjoyed
refreshments, courtesy of Half
Acre Beer Company, Honest
Foods Catering and sipped on
Tenzing wine while enjoying the
brand new space.
LEE LUMBER OPENING
Lee Lumber and Berloni came
together to celebrate the
exclusive launch of Berloni to the
design community in Chicago.
The intimate event was hosted at
Lee Lumber, Berlonis exclusive
dealer in the city, and they
welcomed guests to celebrate the
new partnership at their Lincoln
Park location.
DIANE REDDING & JEFF SMITH ALEX ADDUCCI & ANNA ALBINSSON BOO FAGAN & TJ OKEEFE
MANNY B., GARY LEE, BRIAN FITZWILLIAM & CHELSEY SMITH JOE CREDLE, SUSIE PURKEY & MAURIZIO FIORI
BOB BOUWENS & JACLYN WIKE WHITNEY MERSMAN, FERNANDO SOLER & JOSIE PICKETT ROBERT NUSBAUM, LENA CINFIO & BOB BOUWENS
MIKE CAO & HIS TEAM MINGLE AT THE ANNIVERSARY EVENT DARRYLL SCHIFF & TALIA PINES LOURDES GARZA & MICHAEL MATIK
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Dan Bassano, Jim Viteo and Joyce Romanoff
Sarah Stamatakos, Laura Romanoff and Julie Schultz
Daniel Krause and Karen Pearson
Kim Winzeler, Lauren Schreyer and Janet Blutter Shiff
Danny Garcia and Pradeep Shimpi Michael Cook and Judy DeMike David Berkowitz, Maya Romanoff and Andrea Berkowitz
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tHe PaRtY Chicagos interior designers and CS Interiors
fans joined Maya Romanof at the grand opening
of the brands Chicago fagship showroom at the
Merchandise Mart.
tHe PlaYeRs Signature Maya-tinis were served to
guests who also dined on tasty canaps from Catered
by Design. Attendees admired Maya Romanofs
extraordinary surfacing materials and enjoyed music
and mingling late into the evening. Allison Cooke
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Guests enjoy a variety of foods.
Jeff Owczared and Mark Allen Garzon
Audrey Huber, Courtney Casey and Marina Dedes
Executive Chef Evan Percoco of Cibo Matto Daniela Fields and chef Michael Shrader of Epic
Rex Smith, Susan Driskill and Paul Wampach
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Competitive Cuisine
the party Te Sub-Zero and Wolf Showroom opened
its doors to host the ultimate battle of culinary skills
by Chicagos premier chefs. Te competitors included
executive chefs from Cibo Matto, Epic, Happ Inn,
Market, Palmer House Lockwood and the Sub-Zero
and Wolf Showrooms own in-house chef. In two
rounds of competitions, each restaurant prepared one
dish to be paired with a Chivas cocktail.
the pLayers A stylish crowd enjoyed delicious appetizers
from Jewell Catering and tested each of the chef s
creations, while CS Interiors editors singled out Epics
dish as the best of the evening. AC
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REVIVE YOUR RETREAT
Guests joined Susan Fredman
Design Group at their Harbor
Country location for Revive Your
Retreat. Attendees enjoyed live
cooking demonstrations, tips
from design experts and trunk
shows. The event beneted the
Michiana Humane Society.
CITY STYLE HOUSE TOUR
Six of Chicagos most impressive
Gold Coast homes opened their
doors to The City Style House
Tour presented by The Parents
Association of the Chicago City
Day School. This unique walking
tour gave guests a peek inside
the nest luxury residences in the
city. The tour began at The Junior
League of Chicago and featured
delicious bites from Karens Raw
Caf and Entertaining Company.
DREAM2O SHOWROOM
OPENING
Delta Faucet Company invited
guests to an exclusive grand
opening event to celebrate the
launch of its agship DREAM20
showroom, located in the iconic
Merchandise Mart of Chicago. This
one-of-a-kind space welcomes
interior designers and consumers
to experience rst hand the Delta
and Brizo brands aesthetic appeal
and innovative technology for the
kitchen, bath and shower.
THE ART OF
SPANISH LUXURY
Marbella, Spain based Baltus
invited guests to the new River
North showroom for a preview
of their contemporary furniture
collection with an evening of
Spanish inuence. Flamenco
guitar, Cava and bite size
tapas from Limelight Catering
were enjoyed while mingling
among the luxurious and
handcrafted Mediterranean
inspired furnishings.
SIX OF CHICAGOS GORGEOUS RESIDENCES
PARTICIPATED IN THE WALK GUESTS ENJOYED VIEWING ALL THE HOMES
CO-CHAIR KRISTINE KINDER, HEADMISTRESS OF
CHICAGO CITY DAY SCHOOL, GALETA KAAR CLAYTON
& CO-CHAIR CYNTHIA HOWARD
MARK CARPENTER & CORI TRLINGER MICHELLE HENDERSON & JAI MASSELA LINDA KIRBY & BRIAN NOBBE
KEN WEIL, BRITTANY KRAUS, KIMBERLY LEWIS,
ESTEPHANIE LOZANO & HENRY SANCHEZ
STREETSIDE VIEW FROM OUTSIDE THE
GORGEOUS BALTUS SHOWROOM BALTUSS DETROIT CHAIR
WILLIAM COLLINS OF THE KOHLER STORE & BARBARA INCE
OF SUSAN FREDMAN DESIGN GROUP
PAT & JIM HOFFMAN AND KATHY HOFFMAN
OF SUSAN FREDMAN DESIGN GROUP DON LORENZ OF LORENZ APPLIANCES
House Party CHiCago
Jay and Susie Trees
Dennis Keller, M. Sanjayan and Robert Walton Bruce Boyd with Beth and Harry Drucker
Geoff Rochester, James Toney and Kate Denton
Leslee Spraggins with David and Avery Keller
Exhibition designers Ezri Tarazi, Paulina Reyes, Abbott Miller and Christien Meindertsma
Marshall Field, Tom ONeil
and John Kaul Greene
Fisk Johnson and
Glenn Prickett
DeSigning Au nATurel
THe PArTY Te Field Museum hosted a black-tie gala
to launch Te Nature Conservancys Design for a
Living World exhibition, a collection of top designers
creative products made using only sustainable
materials from around the world.
THe PlAYerS Co-chairs Jaime Field and Donna
LaPietra welcomed more than 400 guests to celebrate
the earth-friendly displays by designers such as Isaac
Mizrahi, Christien Meindertsma and Paulina Reyes
for Kate Spade New York.
THe BOTTOM line Te gala raised more than $200,000
and the traveling exhibit is now open to the public
through November 13. Megan ONeill
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Solid Gold! Shimmering Accessories
Cool Cribs: City vs. Country Nursery
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HOME DESIGN
ARCHITECTS
vERTu ARChiTECTuRE + dEsign
This award-winning, frm provides creative solutions for both the home and
offce. Vertu approaches each project with a holistic approach and is a single
source for architecture, design and fabrication. 1010 W. Lake St. 312.226.1212
or www.vertuinc.com
ART
dARRyLL sChiff
Darryll Schiff has shot celebrities like Robin Williams and Tea Leoni, as well
as assignments for Rolling Stone and Pepsi. Both his fne art and commercial
photography have garnered the international support of collectors and
museums. Exclusive selected works from Diego Kahlo photography are
also available. 1039 N. LaSalle Dr. 312.944.6163 / art@schiff-art.com or
www.schiff-art.com or diegokahlo.com
fRAnCinE TuRK
She may be famous for her charcoal nude series that was prominently featured
in the blockbuster flm The Break-Up, but local artist Francine Turk shows off
an even larger and equally impressive collection at her inviting South Loop
Gallery. 18 E. Cullerton St. 312.674.1818 or www.francineturk.com
hoLby gALLERy
This River North gallery offers the fnest American art from the 18th
through the 20th century. While they have steadfast supporters of well
known American artists, theyve also managed to balance their passion
for championing the talent of lesser known artists. 222 W. Huron St.
312.280.8888 or www.zholbyamericanart.com
nEw disCovERiEs
Owner Laura Davis has an eye for scoping out unique fnds. In addition to
selling gifts, this Roscoe Village gallery represents a bevy of new artists and
artisans who are either new to the Chicago market or already established.
The art represented often embodies the spirit of the owners many travels.
2236 W. Roscoe St. 773.360.8564 or www.art-artisans-you.com
PETERson PiCTuRE Co.
For 50 plus years this company has been an art resource for many. From
over-sized commissioned pieces to large volume items, Peterson Picture Co.
has the infrastructure to complete any wall decor project: art specifcation,
art creation, publication, framing, delivery and installation are available. 2720
W. Belmont Ave. 773.463.8888 or www.peterson-picture.com
PRACTiCAL AngLE
Practical Angle offers a vast variety of custom framing options, from
mounting and matting to custom corner frames. Choose from over 2,000
different moulding choices available in metal, hardwood and designer. They
specialize in framing mirrors, artwork and shadowboxes. 161 E. Erie St.
312.280.8118 or www.practicalangle.com

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bRidAL LuxuRy AT youR fingERTiPs
CLOSETS
nEw sTyLE CAbinETs
New Style Cabinets captures the raw elegance and natural beauty
from a selection of woods to create doors, staircases and bookcases
that will easily outlast the test of time. Their team of professionals
are flled with knowledge and are dedicated to giving you only the
highest quality customer service. 5921 W. Dickens Ave. 773.622.3114
or www.newstylecabinets.com
CULTURAL INSTITUTIONS
Asid iLLinois
ASID is the leading organization representing the interests of
professional interior designers. They provide knowledge and
information, education and training, advocacy, support for business,
recognition and leadership opportunities to more than 40,000
members in a network of 48 chapters in the United States and Canada.
222 Merchandise Mart Plz. or www.asidillinois.com
DESIGN CENTERS
MMPi (dEsign CEnTER)
The Merchandise Mart is home to six foors constituting the worlds frst
and largest design center. The Merchandise Mart Design Center offers
the largest presentation of home furnishings worldwide. Boasting 200
showrooms that feature more than 2,500 product lines, its the ultimate
resource for a range of luxury home goods. 222 Merchandise Mart Plaza
800.677.6278 or www.merchandisemartdesigncenter.com
MMPi (LuxEhoME)
Located on the frst foor of the landmark Merchandise Mart building
and open to the public, LuxeHome features 30 boutiques spanning
100,000-square-feet of space devoted to your kitchen and bath. Each
boutique offers knowledgeable designers ready to answer questions
and assist you with your next design project. 222 Merchandise Mart Plz.
800.677.6278 or www.luxehome.com
DESIGNERS
bouTiquE hoME
This full-service interior design showroom specializes in the custom design
and sewing of European inspired drapery, bedding and upholstery at
wholesale pricing. They also offer discounted fabric, trim and antique decor.
Chicago designer, Shari Cornes and her staff share a passion for design.
1645 N. Clybourn Ave. 312.867.9119 or www.boutiquehomeonline.com
buCKinghAM inTERioRs And dEsign
This full-service interior design studio and showroom displays a revolving
gallery of fne art by local and international artists, as well as one-of-
a-kind pieces of furniture, lighting and accessories. They specialize in
historic renovations, residential and commercial interior design. 1820 W.
Grand Ave. 312.243.9975 or www.buckinghamid.com
ERiCA gAiL dEsign
After nearly a decade working for top U.S. residential designers, Erica
Smith brings a sense of layered sophistication and warmth to her
designs. Within her clients preferred aesthetic, Erica delivers a signature
textured look to elevate their interiors from commonplace to supremely
comfortable, well-styled homes. 1158 W. Dickens Ave. 312.231.5084 or
www.ericagail.com
gARy LEE PARTnERs
Gary Lee Partners believes that every project is an opportunity to
create an integrated environment that reveals the spirit of the
location, the personality of the client and the power of design.
Essential solutionswhere every design decision contributes to a
sense of wholenesshave always been their priority. 360 W. Superior
St. 312.640.8300 or www.garyleepartners.com
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Modular LED Lighting system featuring Hfele Engineering
Awarded Best Green Product at the Kitchen & Bath Industry Show 2011
312-733-9520
www.hickmaninteriors.com
Hickman Design Associates
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hiCKMAn dEsign AssoCiATEs
As principal, Tracy Hickman works closely with clients to accommodate
lifestyles. Her sophisticated, tailored interiors are driven by texture and
comfort. From Chicago to South Carolina to the Caymans, Hickmans singular,
detailed vision has left beauty in its wake. 3105 N. Wolcott 312.642.7379 or
www.hickmaninteriors.com
inTERioR PERfECTion dEsign gRouP
Interior Perfection offers a hassle-free experience, particularly for those daunted
by the task of home design. Theyre delighted to listen to your needs and vision
and take pride in executing every detail. Services such as color consultation,
space planning and beyond. 1450 Boyson RD Bldg. A, Hiawatha IL 319.395.7804
or www.interiorperfections.com
iRon & wiRE
Iron & Wire places a strong emphasis on architectural and ornamental ironwork.
Their design professionals utilize a broad scope of materials and fnishes to ensure
a beautiful end result. Their team can design and fabricate custom designs in metal
and wood to suit any space. Call for a consultation today. 4720 W. Walton St.
773.255.2672 or www.iron-wire.com
jAMEs E Ruud inC.
Principal designer, decoration specialist and owner, Jim Ruud, understands the
importance of good design. He works closely with each client to bring warmth and
style to each space, ensuring that youre left with an environment that refects your
tastes. 1165 N. Clark St., Ste. 312 312.573.1951 or www.jeruudinc.com
LAuREn sChREyER, Asid
Understated elegance and sophisticated style are the hallmarks of Lauren
Schreyers design company, Schreyer & Associates. From residential interiors
and vacation retreats to executive offces, Schreyers design process will always
refect your style and desires, while catering to your comfort. 2 E. Erie, Ste. 3109
312.953.0316 or www.laurenschreyer.com
MARK RAdCLiff inTERioR
Interior decorator Mark Radcliff designs with a philosophy dedicated to comfort
and coexistence. His specialties include: full design services, new home set up,
placement and decoration, staging for model homes and sales, and much more.
400 S. Green, Ste. 402 312.421.3924 or www.markradcliff.com
MiChAEL AbRAMs LiMiTEd
Michael Abrams creates refreshing interiors that are truly a refection of his clients.
Education in both fne arts and architecture, and extensive corporate experience in
managing projects, sets him apart from other designers. Michaels full-service, high-
end residential practice has completed projects throughout Chicago and nationwide.
1901 N. Clybourn Ave, Ste. 204 773.248.3039 or www.michaelabrams.com
MiChAEL dEL PiERo good dEsign
Michael Del Pieros diverse aesthetic is complemented by her meticulous attention
to detail and her strong belief in communicative designer-client relationships. In
addition to design services, Del Piero offers furniture, antiques, home accessories,
textiles and more in her on-site boutique. 1914 N. Damen Ave. 773.772.3000 or
www.michaeldelpiero.com
MiChELLEs inTERioRs
Michelles Interiors Design Group specializes in residential design, creating a unique
and timeless space for each client. New construction, renovations, space planning,
consultations, project management, window treatments and custom furniture
designs are executed fawlessly their team of pros. 150 N. Michigan Ave., Ste. 2800
847.223.2660 or www.michellesinteriors.com
PRojECT inTERioRs
Collaborating with a wide range of clients spanning residential, retail, hospitality
and commercial, Project has created a new market for its signature style: an
organic, glam mash-up of texture, color and high-contrast concepts. The company
also places a large emphasis on charity for both local and global communities.
1057 N. Honore St., Ste. 1R 773.394.1174 or www.projectinteriors.net
providing
contemporary
solutions for
workplace & home
vertuinc.com
3120 N Shefeld
Chicago, IL 60657
773.857.2277
Chicagoroofdeck.com
Chicago Roof Deck and Garden is a full service outdoor design/
build rm located in the heart of Chicago, IL. We work with designers and
homeowners, on both residential and commercial projects, to create high-end,
client centered outdoor living spaces. With over 30 years of value enhancing
perspective, our innovative designs examine the needs and desires of the
client and utilizes complimentary materials appropriate to the budget and
location. We invite you to stop by our showroom to discuss your next project.
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RAndy hELLER inTERioR dEsign
Pure, simple interior design with a dose of sophistication is what makes Randy Heller
Design a force to be reckoned with. Every detail is addressed, with a specifc focus
placed on the individual. A range of lighting options and furniture are also available.
2919 Twin Oaks, Highland Park 847.207.7789 or www.randyhellerdesign.com
sARAh vAn AssChE inTERioRs
Sarah Van Assche Interiors is dedicated to creating a beautiful environment that
works. They take every aspect into accountfrom your lifestyle to your personality.
Services include space planning, renovation/remodeling, furniture plans, window
treatments and more (including custom services). 3000 N. Sheridan Rd.
773.529.4269 or www.svainteriors.com
sPACE dEsign PLAnning
Leslie Newman Rhodes 35 plus years of renovation experience helps her to identify
and implement her clients visions. As both an artist and gallery owner, she serves
her clients from the consultation process to the furniture arrangement and foor
plan. 1035 N. Dearborn St. 312.642.2031 or www.spaceinteriordesign.com
sTACEy CohEn inTERioRs
LEED-AP certified, Stacey Cohen Interiors captures the essence of
sophistication and originality for residential and commercial projects. With
careful attention to detail and respect for each clients individuality and
lifestyle, SCI will complement your design vision from concept to completion
in a timely manner and within budgetary parameters. 469 W. Huron St.
312.480.0989 or www.staceycoheninteriors.com
susAn fREdMAn dEsign gRouP
Designer Susan Fredman and her team of design professionals count client
individuality among their biggest inspirations. Maintaining a sense of luxury while
working with many different aesthetics, their interior design services can include
everything from space planning and extensive remodeling to selecting accessories.
350 W. Erie St. 312.587.8150 or www.susanfredman.com
ThE inMAn CoMPAny
With president and principal designer Shane Inman at its core, The Inman
Company can virtually transform any space, be it commercial or residential, into
something functional and beautiful. A hawk-eye attention to detail and unwavering
customer service are also a few perks. 14 W. Elm St., Ste. 510 231.392.5548 or
www.theinmancompany.com
zinq
This interior design frm recently made its brick and motar debut with a space in
downtown Naperville. They offer a range of services including custom upholstery,
remodeling and full-service interior design. 27 W. Jefferson Ave. 630.816.0686 or
www.zinqdesigns.com
DOORS
M&R MiLLwoRK
For more than 2 decades M&R Millwork has created well-crafted and beautifully
designed custom cabinetry for a variety of spaces, both commercial and residential.
Contact them today for a consulation on how to improve your space. 1979 Belford
Dr., Belvidere 815.547.8549 or www.mrcustommillwork.com
sLiding dooR CoMPAny
With the Sliding Door Company options seem endless. Choose from a variety of
glass types, fnishes and much more. Their vision is a complete package designed
to work with your home, whether youre seeking a major interior overhaul or a
simple upgrade. 221 W. Ohio St. 312.494.9494 or www.ilslidingdoor.com
FABRIC, LINEN, BEDDING
bEdsidE MAnoR
For 25 years, Bedside Manor Ltd has provided Chicago with a timeless selection
of sophisticated linens and home dcor from the best brands in the industry. They
create bedding ensembles that make houses feel like homes and bath luxuries that
titillate the senses. Additional locations in Hinsdale, Lake Forest and Winnetka.
2056 N. Halsted St. 773.404.2020 or www.shopbedside.com
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ChiCAgo LuxuRy bEds
Chicago Luxury Beds is a new store concept carrying Hastens Beds, VI Spring,
and Pillow Bar custom pillows. With Hastens Beds and VI Spring in the same
store, Chicago Luxury Beds sells the fnest beds in the world and now offers
twice the selection of luxury mattresses as before. 440 N. Wells St. 312.527.5337
or www.chicagoluxurybeds.com
dEsignERs LinEn souRCE, inC.
Designers Linen Source is the ultimate bed and bath resource for the interior
design trade. They offer beautiful bed and bath linens from Home Treasures,
Peacock Alley, SDH, Matouk, Anichini, Peter Reed, Designers Guild, Daniadown and
more. The showroom is open Monday-Friday from 10am to 4pm. 222 Merchandise
Mart Plaza, Ste. 15-100 312.755.0626 or www.designerslinensource.com
FURNITURE
AKbiK gALLERy
AKBIK Gallery prides itself of having unusual antique, new and custom ordered
hand-inlay furniture with mother of pearl. The beauty and the quality of the pieces
they carry are beyond the norm. Their items add a touch of paradise to your home
and interior. 2644 Green Bay Rd. 847.328.7777 or www.akbik.com
ARhAus
Founded in 1986 Arhaus turns your four walls into a full-on inspired living
experience. With a commitment to minimizing their carbon footprint, they provide
a broad range of items for your home, including furniture for various rooms,
bedding, upholstery and home accessories. 773.248.3071 or www.arhaus.com
bALTus CoLLECTion
Innovation and an affnity for using the best materials on the market, make Baltus
Collection a design leader. Pieces are carefully handcrafted and can often pair
up with many of their contemporary pieces, leaving plenty of room for infnite
imagination. 220 W. Erie St., Ste. 100 312.262.5491 or www.baltuscollection.com
CovET sTudio
Stepping foot into Ann Kendalls Covet Studio, is akin to committing a mortal
sin. Youre bound to lust after the mid-century modern furnishings and art,
while seething with desire for Kendalls own signature designs. Any piece from
Covet would make your home the envy of the neighborhood. 657 Vernon Ave.
847.786.4300 or www.covetstudio.com
EvAn LEwis
As a sculptor and furniture maker, Evans showroom sits next to his studio, where
he and his team create one-of-a-kind work. His handmade studio furniture is
unique, and the use of burnished metals give his pieces a contemporary look.
3368 N. Elston Ave. 773.539.0402 or www.evanlewisinc.com
fLoREnsE
Committed to producing high-quality products with preservation of the
environment and quality of life in mind. One of the largest furniture companies in
the world, offering products for kitchens, baths, bedrooms, offces, dining rooms,
home theaters and more. 300 W. Ontario St. 312.640.0066 or www.forense.com
hAuTE Living
Owners Jeffery Smith and Tatjana Ozegovic have created a place to display the
exquisite furniture they fnd from around the world not readily available in the
United States. Theyre also the exclusive Chicago retailer for Fendi Casa, Vladimir
Kagan and Piet Boon. 222 W. Kinzie St. 312.329.9000 or www.haute-living.com
hoME ELEMEnT
With a mix of contemporary chairs, tables, bedroom suites and accessories,
Home Element features pieces from Natuzzi, Calligaris, Jesse, Bontempi
and more. Also featuring custom foral arrangements, wall art and vases to
complement antique and contemporary furniture. 745 N. Wells St. 312.787.3358
or www.homeelementfurniture.com
3000 North Sheridan Road
Chicago, IL 60657
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www.svainteriors.com
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iq MATiCs
Established in 2001, this contemporary furniture hub is a haven for Euro-styled
pieces as well as modern bedrooms and sectionals. Quality workmanship, comfort
and a design frst principal make IQ Matics a mainstay in the market. 168 E. Golf
Rd., Schaumburg 847.885.3600 or www.iqmatics.com
K-hAus
Owner Kiki Luthringshausen and her team offer beautiful interior design services, as
well as a unique retail store. Featuring custom-made furniture, original artwork by
up-and-coming artists and eclectic, hard to fnd home accessories. 847.279.1800
or www.k-haus.com
LuMinAiRE
Specializing in modern furniture and accessories from the worlds most renowned
designers, Luminaires philosophy is to maintain a devout focus on design and
quality. Many of the lines offered are exclusive. 301 W. Superior St. 312.664.9582
or www.luminaire.com
MAxALTo
Maxalto is a B&B Italia Brand. Opened in Chicago in 2008 as the very frst stand
alone Maxalto store in the United States (the other in Paris) Maxalto is modern
Italian furniture revisiting classic themes. It is designed and coordinated by Antonio
Citterio. 309 W. Superior St. 312.664.6190 or www.maxalto.it
MobiLi MobEL
Only the fnest contemporary furniture and home accessories - from 40 different
lines around the globe - are presented here. With a focus on the European
modernist school, expect to fnd sleek pieces that combine beauty with function.
549 N. Wells St. 312.329.9669 or www.mobilimobel.com
MonTAuK sofA
Montauk Sofa provides chic, comfy, environmentally friendly sofas. With an
emphasis on greenhouse gas reduction, clean biodegradability and closed loop
recycling, Montauk Sofa sticks true to its Take a Seat, Take a Stand motto.
Custom design and objets dart are also available. 401 N. Wells St. 312.951.5688
or www.montauksofa.com
MoRLEn sinowAy
Currently representing more than 20 product lines, Sinoways design showroom hits
the ultimate home trifecta: furniture, art and design. The forward-thinking selection
of accessories includes ceramic objects, lighting, custom area rugs and a sculptural
tile line. 1052 West Fulton Market 312.432.0100 or www.morlensinoway.com
REARRAngE
Ready for some home improvement? Then let REarrange take the reigns. Their
team of experts will help you get the maximum benefits out of the home items
you already have. They also offer a line of furniture produced locally in the
city. The shop also offers great gifts. 2064 N. Damen Ave. 773.904.8713 or
www.rearrangeyourhome.com
RoChE bobois usA
Roche-Bobois envisions and creates furniture that expresses a certain way of
celebrating interior design. Designs are luxurious yet comfortable, modern yet
timelessa pared-down elegance tastefully carried out with each and every piece.
222 W. Hubbard St. 312.644.9080 or www.roche-bobois.com
RooM & boARd
At Room & Board, great design is more than a trend. Its the combination of
everything were passionate about. Timeless, American-made home furnishings
created for modern living. Discover furniture and accessories that refect your style
and ft the way you live. Visit them in Oak Brook, Skokie or Downtown. 55 E. Ohio
St. 312.222.0970 or www.roomandboard.com
sAn juAn vEnTuREs
This exclusive showroom in Chicagos West Loop is like stepping into a chic,
upscale Bali hotel combining the aura of reclaimed woods with high design.
Kandis Wrigleys FSC certifed company imports their exquisite handcrafted
fooring, slabs, custom furniture, sculpture and accessories from Indonesia. 664 W.
Hubbard St. 312.612.1054 or www.sanjuanventures.com
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ThE goLdEn TRiAngLE
This 23,000-square-foot gallery specializes in antiques and home furnishings
from China, Southeast Asia and more recently, Hungary and France. A line of
modern furniture made from ancient and reclaimed woods has also been added
and a spectrum of furniture services are available. 330 N. Clark St. 312.755.1266
or www.goldentriangle.biz
GENERAL CONTRACTORS
hAndyMAn MATTERs
Since 2002 Handyman Matters has been Chicagos premiere repair, remodel and
maintenance company. Service is reliable, guaranteed, convenient and safe. Be it
a minor update or a complete interior remodel, Handyman Matters is your go-to
source. 773.235.0900 or www.chicago.handymanmatters.com
Mod ConsTRuCTion
Mod-construction is a one-stop shop for all of your contractor needs, whether
theyre commercial or residential. Their specialties include commercial and high-
end residential, new construction and remodeling. Listening to clients is also a skill
found throughout the entire company, and one their staff takes quite seriously.
446 N. Wells St., Ste. 313 312.265.0613 or www.mod-construction.com
PAinT jAR inC.
For more than 13 years Paint JAR Inc. has renovated, restored, painted, remodeled
and provided other custom home services to Chicago and the Northshore, using
the most skilled staff and highest quality products. 1574 Old Deerfeld Rd., Highland
Park 847.926.9476 or www.paintjar.com
GIFTS AND ACCESSORIES
dEsign shoPPE
Gifts and unique home accessories such as mirrors and maps used as wall
coverings, are available at Design Shoppe. Reupholstery services and an interior
design resource center are also available. 2009 N. Fremont St. 773.883.6004 or
www.designshoppechicago.com
gEnEvA sEAL
Custom jewelry is Geneva Seals forte. Offering distinct jewelry and watches from
small shops in France, Italy and Switzerland, as well as antique European estate
jewelry. Their ample, European-style boutique has been a Chicago staple for more
than 25 years. 1003 N. Rush St. 312.944.3100 or www.genevaseal.com
KEnzy gifTs & dECoR
Kenzy Gifts & Decor features both sophisticated and unique home accessories and
gifts. Items include original designs by the owner, such as hand-hammered silver
pieces, bar and tea sets, mirrors and exquisite hostess gifts by other designers. 1849
Green Bay Rd., Ste. 109, Highland Park 847.780.4177 or www.kenzydecor.com
KnEEn & Co
Kneen & Co. presents exquisite and exclusive home wares that are truly considered
among the worlds fnest. From Nymphenburg porcelain and Lobmeyr crystal to
The Printery bespoke stationery, Kneen and Co. only offers the most esteemed
collections. Custom designed place settings, glassware and silver fatware are also
available. 399 W. Fullerton Pkwy. 312.787.7003 or www.kneenandco.com
PEAChTREE PLACE
Peachtree Place has brought a taste of Southern Charm to Chicagos North Shore
for 25 years. The shop features elegant gifts and accessories including exquisite
lamps, pillows, tabletop, crystal stemware, personal care items and an ever-
changing selection of jewelry. Beautiful gift wrapping is complimentary. 303 Happ
Rd., Northfeld 847.441.7585 or www.peachtreeplaceonline.com
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KITCHEN & BATH
ARChiTECTuRAL wood ExPREssions
Whether you know exactly what you want or havent the slightest clue, Architectural
Wood Expressions is a must-see for your next remodeling project. In addition to
furniture and remodeling options, decorating accents for your home, bed, bath
and more are also available. 3200 W. Lemoyne Ave., Stone Park 708.731.2355 or
www.architecturalwoodexpressions.com
bRizo
Form, function, reliability and performance are all equally at the forefront of Brizos
aesthetic. With a specialty in kitchens and baths, Brizo offers cutting-edge style,
doing with steel and polished nickel, what luxury fashion brands do with rayon and
silk. 222 Merchandise Mart Ste. 127 312.348.3230 or www.brizo.com
ERnEsToMEdA ChiCAgo
Dramatic lighting, free-standing pieces and frosted glass are some of the
features Ernestomeda brings to modern kitchen design. Gorgeous woods
combined with stainless steel and aluminum create stunning, effcient kitchens
both modern and inviting. 222 Merchandise Mart Plz., Ste. 128 312.329.0229 or
www.ernestomedachicago.com
jEnn-AiR
A distinctive fair and an uncompromising dedication to innovation have made
Jenn-Air a not to be missed destination for kitchen appliances. From planning your
kitchen to plating your food, they can aide every step of the way. 2000 N. M-63,
Benton Harbor, MI 800.JENN.AIR (536.6247) or www.jennair.com
nEff KiTChEns
NEFF of Chicago is a custom design boutique, featuring the exquisite cabinetry
of NEFF Kitchens. Old world craftsmanship meets innovative technology to
create design Nirvana a vast array of exotic wood grains, colors, metallics and
fnishes. Thats why NEFF cabinets adorn some of the fnest homes of distinction
throughout the world. 222 Merchandise Mart Plz., Ste. 144 312.467.9585 or
www.neff-of-chicago.com
PoLifoRM
Poliform embodies the best of Italian design, with luxury fnishes and
uncompromising quality. Varenna, the kitchen division of Poliform, is highly
sophisticated, with elegant designs that feature timber, stone, glass and steel. 222
Merchandise Mart Plz., Ste. 110 312.222.8465 or www.poliformusa.com
PoRCELAnosA usA
Beauty, refnement and function play equal roles in this kitchen and bath
companys vision. For more than 30 years this innovative company has continued
to raise the bar in design, offering technologically advanced products and
acquiring advanced solutions. 222 Merchandise Mart Plz., Ste. 149 312.204.6220
or www.porcelanosa-usa.com
snAidERo ChiCAgo
Snaidero offers luxury Italian cabinetry for kitchens and baths. The company
brings European modernism to its showroom through sleek cabinetry. Snaidero
offers a wide variety of colors and fnishes in contemporary and traditional styling,
which provides clients with customizable options. 222 Merchandise Mart Plz., Ste.
140 312.644.6662 or www.snaidero-usa.com
ThE sub-zERo woLf showRooM
Discover your dream kitchen in the offcial Sub-Zero/Wolf showroom. In a no
pressure non-sales environment, their showroom consultant is committed to
outftting your kitchen with Sub-Zero refrigeration, Wolf cooking appliances and
Best by Broan ventilation products that will work strategically for your kitchen.
Schedule an appliance consultation today. 196 Exchange Blvd., Glendale Heights
630.872.5100 or www.subzero.com
vEsTA
Vesta features kitchen and lifestyle furniture with an emphasis on clean,
contemporary design is Vestas specialty. Leicht and Plain & Fancy cabinetry are
among the brands featured, in addition to selling EcoSmart freplaces and sleek
Fuego Grills. 1357 W. Concord Pl. 773.252.7300 or www.vestachicago.com
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Claudia and her team addressed every detail
for my move and completely organized my new
home. The greatest surprise was her ability to
sell all my unwanted household and personal
items that I had accumulated over the years.
- Margaret Fisher, Northeld, Illinois
Claudia McLaughlin 312.420.1221
claudia@cmfmclaughlin.com
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Assisting homeowners and real
estate professionals since 1999
108 MARKETPLACE
wPA ChiCAgo
Formally know as Arclinea, WPA Chicago offers full-service design solutions for
the kitchen and bath as well as a wonderful selection of furniture, lighting and
home accessories. Theyre also the exclusive dealer of The Poltrona Frau Group,
representing three major Italian furniture companies: Cassina, Cappellini and their
eponymous brand. 314 W. Superior St. 312.335.3855
LANDSCAPE AND OUTDOOR
ChiCAgo Roof dECK & gARdEn
Chicago Roof Deck & Garden offers more than 30 years of expertise in outdoor
building and design. Available for commercial and residential projects, they
understand that comfort, function, style and budget are all of equal importance.
3120 North Sheffeld Ave. 773.857.2277 or www.chicagoroofdeck.com
CiTy EsCAPE gARdEn & dEsign
City Escape offers a comprehensive range of design and build landscape services,
creating unique and inviting spaces. A newly opened 16,000-square-foot garden
and design center is a feast of botanical delights and gorgeous garden accessories.
3022 W. Lake St. 773.638.2000 or www.cityescape.biz
Rug zooM
RugZoom specializes in synthetic grass and landscaping in the Chicagoland area.
This premier company offers a bevy of options for grass, trees, fowers and other
plants. Free estimates are also available. 1446 S. Michigan Ave., Unit D 312.545.6550
or www.rugzoom.com
TuuCi
Shade is TUCCIs specialty and with more than a decade of experience under
their belts, its no wonder why theyre the go-to for pavilions, parasols and lounges.
Using only the most durable and beautiful fabrics on the market, its the perfect
marriage of function and style. 222 Merchandise Mart Plaza or www.tuuci.com
OTHER/MISC
AbT ELECTRoniCs
Abt Electronics has withstood the test of timeand intense competition from
large chain storesby providing personal service, competitive prices and award-
winning installations and repairs. Since 1936 theyve been a leading retailer of
quality consumer electronics and appliances. 1200 N. Milwaukee Ave., Glenview
847.544.2228 or www.abt.com
ARChiTECTuRE & dEsign fiLM fEsTivAL (ChiCAgo)
Enjoy fve event-flled days celebrating the creative spirit of the design and flm
worlds. Feature length flms, documentaries and shorts will all serve as a platform for
inspiration. Discussions with flmmakers, architects and designers will also be explored.
May 59, 2011. Gene Siskel Film Center or www.chicago2011.adflmfest.com
buRdi
This Italian menswear shop features bespoke, made-to-measure and ready-to-
wear options. For more than 40 years the family operated specialty store has been
the premier mens luxury retailer in Chicago, known for expert craftsmanship and
unsurpassed quality. 58 E. Walton St. 312.642.9166 or www.burdiclothing.com
CALifoRniA CLosETs ChiCAgo
With clutter-clearing and organization techniques featured on the cover of every
home magazine in the country, its clear we want to gain control of our stuff.
California Closets helps you do just that. They offer expertise in custom closets
and storage solutions for bedrooms, garages, kitchens and beyond. 225 W. Illinois
St., Ste. 150 312.755.0711 or www.californiaclosets.com/chicago
ChiCAgo MEChAniCAL gRouP
CMG provides project management for residential and commercial properties,
new construction or retrofit. They also provide other valuable services
including mechanical engineering, energy savings designs, CAD drawings and
LEED (R) project assistance. ryassan@chicagomech.com 773.285.6000 or
www.chicagomech.com
PRACTICAL ANGLE
161 East Erie Chicago 312-280-8118
Whatever you bring us - poster, print or prized possession - you can trust
that our material and procedures exceed industry standards.
Our passion is bringing your vision to life.
2o44 GREEN bAY IOAD VANSTON, II
1.800.963.7224
www.akbik.com
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MARKETPLACE 109
CinEMA novA PRoduCTions
Cinema Nova Productions is committed to lending customers of all sorts simple
options for audio, video, lighting and control solutions. Theyll assist you in
gathering a cost-effective, easily assembled entertainment package. 4925 N.
Monticello Ave. 312.622.0209 or www.cinemanova.tv
CiTy sTyLE housE TouR
Chicagos most exclusive home tour offers a one-time look inside top
designer-renovated, private homes in the Gold Coast neighborhood. See
these remarkable and historically important residences this Spring 2011. See
website for details. Ticket proceeds benefit the Chicago City Day School.
773.327.0900 or www.citystylehousetour.com
CMf TRAnsiTionAL oRgAnizATion
CMFTO assists clients in making hassle-free, transitional changes. Whether youre
downsizing, moving across the country or fve minutes away, theyll facilitate your
moving process during each stage. From staging and preparing your home for sale,
helping you decide what to pack and/or donate, to interior designing your new
home. inquiries@cmfmclaughlin.com 312.420.1221 or www.cmfmclaughlin.com
dAvis Audio
Get the custom theater youve always dreamed of with Davis Audio. With more
than a decade of design, home technology and custom installation experience,
theyre passionate about creating the ultimate space. Contact them today for a free
consultation. 1659 North Oakley Ave. Ste. 2 312.423.7938 or www.davisaudio.com
hfELE
Hfeles Chicago showroom is a popular destination for architects, designers and
the woodworking industry. Visit them and view examples from all their product
categories, like their famous sliding systems, access control, furniture fttings,
home organization and decorative hardware. 154 W. Hubbard St. 312.467.2225 or
www.hafele.com/us
LEE LuMbER
Whether youre looking for custom cabinetry, windows, a certifed installer or
custom moldings, Lee Lumber can help. Founded in 1952, it has grown to become
the largest lumber yard in Chicago. Two city lumber yards, four area showroodms.
See website for various Chicago locations. or www.leelumber.com
MAgnoLiA Audio vidEo
For more than 50 years Magnolia has offered premium audio, video and home
automation gear for connoisseurs who demand nothing but the best. With
a dedication to 100 percent customer satisfaction, Magnolia strives to turn
home electronic dreams into reality. See website for a location near you. or
www.magnoliaav.com
RAndoLPh sTREET MARKET/ModERn vinTAgE ChiCAgo
The ultra stylish Fall Fashion & Jewelry Explosion! is presented by event frm
Image Pilots, producers of the world renowned Randolph Street Market. This
is THE specialty show for the countrys top vintage fashion and accessory
purveyors, shoppers and stylists featuring couture and rare fnds from designers
and eras of decades gone by. Market Address is 1350 W. Randolph and 1340 W.
Washington Street between Ada & Ogden; visit modernvintagechicago.com or
chicagoantiquemarket.com 47 W. Division St.
sTEPsToRAgE sPACE EffiCiEnCy sysTEMs
This company focuses specifcally on enhancing the space effciency of your
home or offce. By locating unused or wasted space in space challenged urban
residences, theyre able to add systems that help you make your home or business
more functional and ultimately, livable. 1446 S. Michigan Ave., Unit D 312.371.0431
or www.StepStorage.com
ThE big PiCTuRE
This home entertainment specialist designs and installs dedicated home theaters,
media rooms and game rooms, as well as family room makeovers. The companys
single-room and multi-room systems emphasize high performance, reliability and
ease of useall executed with passion and style. 1211 Wilmette Ave., Wilmette
847.256.1882 or www.thebigpicturestore.com
VACUUM CL E ANE R &
AL L E R GY R E L I E F CE NT E R
STOP BY, WELL ALLERGY PROOF YOUR HOME OR CALL FOR A FREE IN HOME CONSULTATION
2053 N. Clybourn Ave.
Chicago, IL 60614
773-281-8227
DouglasAllergyRelief.com
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HEPA Vacuum Cleaners
Central Vacuum Systems
Steam Cleaners &
Carpet Shampooers
Air Purifiers
Mattress & Pillow Encasements
Dust Mites & Bed
Bug Solutions
Allergy Free Down Bedding & Cleaning Products
110 MARKETPLACE
woodwARd sAPELE
This full-service woodwork design, fabrication and installation company serves
design professionals and homeowners alike. Items are designed and customized
to complement and enhance the space they occupy, optimize functionality and
aesthetic character, and produced using the highest quality materials and state-of-
the art fabrication techniques. 1355 N. Major Ave. 773.351.8888
REAL ESTATE BROKERS AND AGENTS
AT PRoPERTiEs
Known as Chicagos number 1 real estate brokerage frm, At Properties specializes
in buying and selling some of the citys most luxurious homes and spaces. Browse
through numerous options on their website and receive extensive information on
various neighborhoods. Decision-making is a breeze. 618 W. Fulton Market or
www.atproperties.com
EMiLy sAChs wong
An impressive sales record quickly made Emily Sachs Wong a member of Koenig
& Streys Presidents Club. Her sales have continued to skyrocket, offering clients
unparalleled real estate options along the lakefront and in Lincoln Park, Bucktown
and Wicker Park. 1940 N. Clark St. or www.emilyknowschicago.com
REAL ESTATE, BUILDERS & DEVELOPERS
CEnTAuR inTERioRs
With a meticulous attention to detail and an arsenal of industry knowledge at
their fngertips, Centaur Interiors is driven to provide turnkey solutions. Their
staff is committed to giving you the best in customer service and use only the
most cutting-edge technology for superior results. 833 N. Orleans Ste. 300
312.644.4470 ext. 223 or www.centaurco.com
Lg dEvELoPMEnT gRouP
LG Development is Chicagos leading design/build construction and development
frm. Quality and excellent craftsmanship are primary focuses at this highly
proactive company. Youre also guaranteed unmatched customer service that
wont wither as your project progresses. 2234 W. North Ave. 773.227.2850 or
www.lgdevelopmentgroup.com
RESTAURANTS
EnTERTAining CoMPAny
Entertaining Company creates extraordinary menus that transport your guests
to a bold world of celebration as one of the citys favorite full-service up-
market caterers. Events of 20 to 5000 guests can be accommodated. Contact
them to explore the endless possibilities. 1640 W. Walnut St. 312.829.2800 or
www.entertainingcompany.com
RUGS, CARPET, FLOOR COVERING
bEsT vACuuM And APPLiAnCE
Since 1983 Best Vacuum has provided Chicagoland with superior quality vacuum
and foor care products. Their commitment to both sell and service only the best
brands like Miele, SEBO and Dyson has made the company Chicagos frst name in
foor care. 2646 N. Lincoln Ave. 773.348.4500 or www.bestvacuum.com
dougLAs vACuuM & ALLERgy RELiEf
Douglas Vacuum & Allergy Relief offers the best vacuum cleaners, central vacuum
systems, steam cleaners, air purifers and other allergy control products. In-
home consultations, factory authorized repair and plenty of free parking are also
offered. Let them allergy proof your home. 2053 N. Clybourn Ave. 773.281.8227
or www.douglasallergyrelief.com
fLoR
FLOR provides stylish, modular-designed carpet with easy-to-coordinate colors,
textures and patterns that allow you to create area rugs, runners or go wall-to-
wall. Crafted to ft any space, this simple eco-friendly option is easy to install and
maintain, making it perfect for your home or small business. 1873 N. Clybourn Ave.
773.325.0733 or www.Flor.com
330 NORTH CLARK ST. P: 312 755 1266
1 HOUR FREE PARKING WHILE YOU SHOP
oRgAniC LooMs
Organic Looms is passionate about bringing the fnest, sustainable, handwoven
Tibetan rugs to the market. Each item is hand-knotted to produce heirloom quality.
The new showroom carries many standard designs, and works with each client
to produce a one-of-a-kind rug, bound only by your imagination. 1019 W. Fulton
Market 312.733.8187 or www.organiclooms.com
RExx Rugs
A favorite of Chicago area designers, Rexx stocks thousands of yards of wool
broadloom carpet deeply discounted to the public. Their S. Julian custom rug
collection offers a limitless number of designs and colors in wool, silk and other
natural materials. 3312 N. Lincoln Ave. 773.281.8800 or www.rexxrug.com
STONE, TILE, GRANITE
dEsignER sTonE ouTLET
Designer Stone Outlet is a leading importer of the fnest natural stone tile and glass
tile products at discount prices. For more than 35 years theyve offered a wide
scope of natural options using materials like marble, onyx and slate. An assortment
of glass tiles including antique cut glass and bubble glass are also available. 2743
N. California Ave. 877.DSO.TILE (877.376.8453) or www.designerstoneoutlet.com
ECosMART
EcoSmart Fire is an environmentally friendly and easy way to warm up your
lifestyle. Fuelled by clean-burning denatured alcohol, these distinctive freplaces
and burners are free-standing and require no venting or chimney. Fireplace in your
condo? Yes you can! Please contact Vesta or The Tile Gallery for more information.
225 W. Ohio St. (at The Tile Gallery) 312.467.9590 or www.ecosmartfre.com
gRAniTE & MARbLE REsouRCEs
This company travels the world to bring stone and glass treasures to your own foors and
walls. View limestone, marble, quartzite, seashell, onyx, glass mosaics and large stone tiles
222 Merchandise Mart Plz., Ste. 115 312.670.4400 or www.maestromosaics.com
ThE TiLE gALLERy
The Tile Gallery carries a wide selection of artisan-made tiles, including glass
and metal along with exquisite stone mosaics. A broad collection of lighting and
freplaces can also be found, including the full EcoSmart Fire collection. 555 N.
Franklin St. 312.467.9590 or www.tilegallerychicago.com
TEXTILES AND UPHOLSTERY
MAyA RoMAnoff
State-of-the-art production and a visionary team place Maya Romanoff on a scale
far exceeding that of conventional wall coverings. This company has designed
original lifestyle art for more than four decades. Their newly acquired showroom
at the Merchandise Mart offers boundless options for updating your home. 222
Merchandise Mart Plaza, Ste. 6-167 312.212.8792 or www.mayaromanoff.com
WINDOW TREATMENTS
dEsign window soLuTions, inC.
Design Window Solutions is a full-service provider of all window covering
solutions, including state-of-the-art motorized shades and custom draperies
for either single window options or integration with home automation systems
in both commercial and residential spaces. 307 N. Michigan Ave., Ste. 808
312.629.0203 or www.designwindowsolutions.com
uRbAn EnviRonMEnTs
Located in Lincoln Park, Urban Environments features Hunter Douglas window
treatments as well as custom drapery and wallcoverings. This full-service atelier
offers guests a wealth of knowledge, measure and installation services, and
workroom services at a reasonable price. 1712 North Halsted St. 312.846.6721 or
www.urbanenvironments.com
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Fast-rising artist Lonney White III leapfrogs to the top of the design
worlds highest end. By Meghan McEwen | Photography by Colleen Durkin
While most spring graduates of the School of the Art
Institute are busy scraping together group shows on
the starter circuit, 28-year-old wunderkind Lonney
White III is taking it straight to the top with a
collection of new pieces that will soon appear at the
Holly Hunt showroom in New York.
Call it a case of kismet. Whites partner, interior
designer Lukas Machnik, helped the artist score
commissions for his own residential projectsone
particularly awe-inspiring work was featured in our
cover story last issue. So when Holly Hunts son, Hunt
Tackbary, walked in to Luminaire a few months ago
asking about real-deal, up-and-coming artists, in-
house stylist Solomon Rossi grabbed a CS Interiors
and ipped to Whites giant, rectangular masterpiece
above the mantel. Phone calls were made and within
days, there was a request for all his nished, available
workin every shape and size. A mad scramble
ensued, and by the time this goes to print, seven of
Whites pieces will be hanging in the Manhattan
Holly Hunt showroom.
Originally from Montana, White has been
making things his entire life. eres not a lot to do
where I grew up, so you make things to do. You have
a pickup truck, and materials are very accessible
lumber, steel. Its so rural that youre able to focus and
work very hard. Currently, hes focusing on pieces
that meld wax and metal for the show, but hes also
experimenting with porcelain vessels. I want the
materials to stay as pure as possible, he says. When
I paint, I basically spill the materials on the ground
and arrange compositions. And Ive been using thread
inside the wax that responds to the other spills. Its a
conversation with the elementshappy accidents.
WHITES HOTS
Discovering a dierent
perspective, neutral and
monochromatic palettes, people
who look like their pets, John
Pawsons Tilty Barn house in
Essex, sunglasses at night
WHITES NOTS
Pops of color, cell phones
in restaurants, trends,
pretentiousness, the words
decorative and decoration,
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