The Traveling Mansion of Lake Forest
The grand manse at 400 Washington Road is more than 120 years old — but it hasn’t always had that address.
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Five Architecturally Significant Airbnb Vacation Rentals
From Bruce Goff to Earl Young to two Frank Lloyd Wright houses, sample some famous Midwestern design this summer.
Damon Locks and Black Monument Ensemble Make Music for the Moment
On their new album, the group channels a chaotic time of pandemic and protest through a dynamic sonic collage.
Artsy Throw Pillows to Brighten Up Your Couch
Too much beige in your life? Toss in some offbeat throw pillows.
‘M Squad’: The Best Chicago TV Show You’ve Never Seen
The 1950s Lee Marvin noir inspired the ‘Police Squad’ parody—and Mayor Daley’s ire.
An Architect Couple Get to Live in Their Dream Home
Two architects built a home to test their design theories — and fell in love with their creation.
In the Kitchen: CJ Jacobson’s Turkey-Avocado Tartine
CJ Jacobson of Aba and Ema teaches us how to make his open-faced sandwich featuring crushed avocado and caramelized cheese. Read the full recipe here, and our guide to Chicago’s best sandwiches here. (Video sponsored by Turano Baking Co.)
We Have Some Ideas for the Kid Coder Who Created a Vaccine Database
Our wish list for the vaccine-wrangling whiz kid
Five Luxurious Houses with Pools (Including Scottie Pippen’s)
From the former home of a Bulls great, to a converted barn, to a hotel-like mansion, here are some nice places to relax.