When top real estate agents want to move a listing fast, they call Cheri Kasella’s company because she’s quick and flexible (a warehouseful of furniture, art, and accessories is ready to set sail), and unlike many stagers, she doesn’t require a three-month minimum for renting the stuff. Kasella will also recommend paint colors and rearrange … Read more
This firm is the local landscape authority for corporate, civic, and residential clients alike, say experienced Chicago brokers Jennifer Ames and Mario Greco. Its range could hardly be broader: It creates both traditional and modern designs for cramped city yards, sprawling suburban gardens, and luxurious hotel properties (Trump and Ritz-Carlton are clients).
To properly insure your home’s contents (furniture, silver, jewelry, etc.), you need to know their current value—and the best person around to figure that out is Judith Martin, owner of the west suburban antiques shop the Perfect Thing. “She has been the driving force behind making the International Society of Appraisers the largest and best … Read more
Interior decorator Anne Coyle dishes on her dining room design for the Merchandise Mart’s new DreamHome, choosing function over formality.
The senior landscape designer for Chalet Landscape, Nursery & Garden Center repurposed unused space in a Winnetka homeowner’s backyard.
These locally made wares are all inspired by natural elements.
This single-family house is beautiful as well as eco-friendly.
Area auction houses announce some covetable summer offerings.
Stores around town are favoring bold prints and bright colors.
Interior designer Alessandra Branca shares a few tips.
