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Entwine Interiors wins an Award! NEWSOn Thursday, Oct 1, the American Society of Interior Designers – Illinois Chapter (ASID-IL) celebrated their annual Celebration of Design and Design Excellence Awards virtually.  I’m honored that Entwine Interiors was announced as the winner in Kitchen by a Small Firm category.   Enjoy a few of the photos below and … Read more

Paint changes everything! Evanston Apartment: THEN This vintage apartment has beautiful architectural details including built-in bookcases, picture trim and crown molding. Paint has transformed this home from dull and outdated to fresh and modern. The before photo shows the living room with cream walls, orange sconces and heavy draperies. Now The color scheme in the living … Read more

Before and Afters! South Loop Main BathroomBefore It’s so fun to compare the same view from before versus now with the transformation complete. This outdated bathroom felt heavy and dull, with a bathtub that was never used. Now A deep soaking tub features lumbar support and has become a favorite relaxing spot. The quartz top … Read more

A Home Spa for Staying Home South Loop Condo It’s not hard staying home when you have a Home Spa like this one! Choose between a deep soaking tub or a shower with rain shower and body sprays. The wood-like porcelain tile is durable and creates a nature inspired, warm feel. Penny rounds on the shower … Read more

Summer in the South Loop! South Loop Condo For the home owner, summer 2020 is highlighted by a total transformation of her south loop condo. The renovation includes updating and modernizing the bathrooms, fireplace, lighting and paint colors. The fireplace walls have been extended to the ceiling. Next the tile and cabinetry will be installed as … Read more

Our New Service! NEWS! I have always believed that your home is your sanctuary.  My goal is to help you create a place where you feel comfortable, safe and joyful.  I am happy to announce that I now have a realtor’s license and joined the KANTER TEAM at Dreamtown Reality.  In addition to interior design … Read more

At Home With a Spa South Loop Transformation The move to Chicago and renovation of the owner’s condo is still on schedule to begin in June.  With the fireplace and powder room designs complete, we are now finalizing the master bathroom.  It is one of the most important places in the home!  Master Bathrooms can … Read more

Vintage Goes Virtual! Vintage in Evanston A vintage apartment in Evanston is set to be painted and spruced up throughout.  Collaborating through email with samples in hand, we have selected colors, sconces, and window shade options for the living room. A wall of windows lets in lots of natural light in the beautiful, large living … Read more

Visit a Virtual Project! South Loop Condo Renovation The best renovation scenario is to accomplish all the work before moving in.  This strategy not only saves you from having to live through it, the contractors can get their work done faster and more efficiently.  This is exactly the plan my out of town client had … Read more

Finally Finished! New Home in Old Town The lower level of this vintage rowhouse was cold, dark and dingy, yet the new homeowners had a vision to transform it into a multi-purpose space including a bedroom and study area with separate laundry, bathroom and storage.  After months of work involving the removal of white paint … Read more