This vacation home – a clean-lined architectural gem incorporating indigenous materials such as stucco, river rock, and Amapa wood – offers a breathtaking view of the Mexican coastline. Its open floor plan erases the boundaries between indoors and out even as it withstands – in…
A fresh take on traditional style, this sprawling suburban home draws its occupants together in beautifully, comfortably designed spaces that gather family members for companionship, conversation, and conviviality. At the same time, it adroitly accommodates a crowd, and facilitates large-scale entertaining with ease. This balance…
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Though nestled in horse country and adjacent to a creamery, there’s nothing down-home about this modern ode to farmhouse charm. Except, of course, the warm welcome it extends, from its approachably stylish, central great room to its thoughtfully pampering guest quarters. Sumptuous yet simplistic, this…
Juxtaposition: defined as two things placed close together with contrasting effect, the word epitomizes this downtown Chicago residence. A family home, it evinces comfort, calm, and connection. Here, chaise lounges nestle side-by-side, welcoming wine-sippers, book-readers, and fireplace-gazers. There, an upholstered kitchen banquette recalls the coziness…
An outstanding collection of Art Deco furnishings, lighting, artwork, and accessories imbues this full-floor, Lake Shore Drive condominium with uncommon presence. Tailored in style and masculine in hue, it cocoons even as it welcomes light and views. Macassar ebony millwork and travertine floors evince its…
Old meets new in this landmarked historic cottage in Chicago’s culturally-rich Old Town neighborhood. Originally built in the 1860s, it was completely gutted to welcome natural light and create open, modern-day connections between rooms – and between members of the busy young family that calls…