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Finally Furniture! Finally Furniture in Logan SquareWe’ve all heard about the delays with everything these days, but in Logan Square we finally have some furniture. The Eames molded plastic chair was selected for its durability and classic design. The dining table is being made of repurposed wood and vintage metal legs. An industrial style light … Read more

Getting Going in the Gold Coast! Lake Shore Drive Bathroom A beautiful, spacious apartment overlooking Lake Michigan has it all, except for the main bathroom which fell into neglect after a leak and has since become a storage room. The renovation goal is to transform it into a home spa that will be used and … Read more

Three Demolitions Done! Roscoe Village New Construction HomeWhile we are enduring the long wait for furniture to arrive for the inside, the outside is now in the planning stages.  “Outside is the new inside” with tons of options around for modern, comfortable and durable furniture and accessories.  Adding lighting and heaters makes it usable into the evenings and … Read more

Why NOT Wallpaper? Roscoe Village New Construction HomeWhy not wallpaper….because it comes in so many styles and can be used in so many ways. Highlight a niche, add color and texture, create a unique space, express yourself, set a mood or just have fun. Nowadays vinyl and other durable papers can even protect walls and … Read more

Pets and Babies with Style! New Construction in Logan SquareDuring the long wait for furniture to arrive (see below to find out what’s on order), the focus has turned to the couple’s baby and many pets.  They deserve modern, high quality furnishings and play things just like the people who take care of them.  The owners’ desire to … Read more

St. Ben’s Single Family Home Conversion Dunning Apartment Lobby RenovationWhile construction continues on, we are busy selecting finishes and materials for the house. The “shades of white” kitchen will be anything but boring–a quartz countertop in Organic White features like-colored layers and subtly blended undertones.  The subway tile is mix of white and light gray … Read more

Natural Stone is Stunning! Highland Park Great Room RenovationThis 4 month renovation project is right on schedule with completion expected this month.The focal point of this now open kitchen, dining room and family room is the stunning natural stone countertop. Picasso Silver Quartzite was selected for its subtle veining in both warm and cool tones … Read more

Color Can Make You Smile! New Construction in Logan SquareColor is everywhere, affecting our moods and setting a room’s tone. The owners love color and decided to have some fun in the house they are set to move into in May. The main bedroom shown here has a beautiful tray ceiling highlighted by a rich … Read more

Happening in Highland Park! A 1940’s colonial house in the Braeside neighborhood of Highland Park is about to be transformed. The house has plenty of space and character, highlighted by a beautiful sunroom facing the backyard. Its once small rooms and outdated kitchen will become a large open, modern great room. BEFORE AFTER DEMO St. … Read more

Three Demolitions Done! Dunning Apartment Lobby RenovationThe first lobby of this five building complex is already looking more like the concept drawing. What a difference tile and wallpaper can make! BEFORE WORK-IN-PROGRESS West Loop Bathroom RenovationThe porcelain tile flooring has been installed. Its striations in shades of gray set a peaceful, relaxing tone. A bottle … Read more