Chicago Home + Garden magazine's Summer 2012 issue hits newsstands Thursday, April 26th. To schedule an interview with one of our writers or editors, please contact Sam Tobias at stobias@chicagomag.com.

A Little Bit Country (cover story): Interior designers James Dolenc and Tom Riker take a break from city life–and contemporary style–in their hospitable new weekend home.

Summer Style: Get ready for summer with colorful candle-ready lanterns, bright pillows, and other cool ideas for making any home a summer oasis.

Destination, Harbor Country: A new shop in Harbor Country, Sojourn, offers electric laid-back home style.

Greening Goddess: Landscape designer Julie deLeon has an eye for urban outdoor spaces–everything from vegetable patches to patios to lush rooftop gardens.

Just Add Water: A contemporary pool house welcomes swimmers–and overnight guests–in high style.

Farm Fresh: A centuries-old barn gets new life as a cutting-edge home (with a silo!) for two art collectors.