If you’re a fan of Mid-century Modern, you won’t need to miss Palm Spring’s 7th annual Modernism Week. See Frank Sinatra’s expansive piano-shaped pool, or watch the latest Eames documentary as you take in the desert’s signature decorative. Head to sunny Orlando, Florida and see the latest in building materials and trends, and listen to […]
The Right Built-ins for Your Fireplace
The depth of a fireplace just naturally creates a void about it begging to be filled with built-ins. However, to hold what? Before you haul out your hammer and watched or bring in a contractor, take a while to think about what you actually want and need about your chimney. By first deciding what items […]
How Much Does a Kitchen Makeover Cost?
How much is it likely to cost? This comes up through an initial consultation for a remodeling job, and is essential to tackle. As an architect, I usually provide ballpark ranges early in the process to make certain everyone is on precisely the exact same page and the scope of job we are speaking about […]
Create Nests: Treat Yourself to a Protected Walkway
A pathway isn’t created for lingering, cuddling up at a corner along with nesting — or is it? A walkway can provide a relaxed passage from 1 spot into another, a protected stroll through a beautiful atmosphere. That passing can be a delightful walk through the forests — or your home — when it is […]
Fantasy Kids' Rooms
Designers seem divided on the dilemma of theme rooms for children. On the 1 hand, they’ll probably outgrow the theme in a couple of decades. On the other hand, they are SO MUCH FUN until they do! Themed rooms for kiddos aren’t limited to bedrooms; playrooms, rec rooms, finished basements and playhouses can all take […]
Meet a Lakefront Home Designed for Work and Play
Homeowners Kate and Rob host mythical parties, therefore a house suited to entertaining was on very top of their list. Kate, proprietor of a writing and marketing communications firm, also needed her house to serve as an office space for staff gatherings and customer functions. “We saw that the possibilities and knew we could place […]
6 Best Design Events: Oct. 14-Nov. 4, 2011
Jetset to Japan for Tokyo Designers Week to observe the latest in product and interior design, or view the way design and food intersect in Chicago. Discover what’s new in home furnishings in the famous High Point Market Week at North Carolina, or Get a handmade treat from the Fall Crafts in Chelsea fair. If […]
Regional Modern: Chicago's Take on Contemporary Design
I was raised in a suburb north of Chicago and lived in that city following faculty, so seeing what makes this area’s modern and contemporary architecture unique has become second nature to me. Chicago is a location whose architecture, for better or worse, is perceived as descending from Louis Sullivan, Frank Lloyd Wright and Mies […]