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High DefinitionA bachelor's penthouse combines pure modernism with luxury on a grand scale |
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English LessonsA 19th-century house gets a 21st-century addition—and makes the most of its split personality |
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Good News for Design-Sensitive CompostersIs there an attractive way to store kitchen waste before you're ready to take it outside to the compost pile? |
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Creating a Space-Within-A-SpaceQ. How can I create a semi-private "bedroom" within my studio apartment? I bought beautiful silk fabric, thinking I would hang it from the ceiling to create a walled-off area for the bed, but now... |
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Flight of FancyA hands-on homeowner turns a boring bathroom into something that really soars |
Inspiration |
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The Calatrava LookWho knew the Chicago Spire would have interiors, too? We find head-turning kitchen and bath ideas in its model apartments |
The Dirt |
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Beauty and the BungalowTucked away on the Northwest Side, a lush garden retreat |
Voyeur |
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Objects of Her AffectionDesigner Stephanie Waddell's natural curiosity leads to a line of beautiful textiles and an equally stunning home |
Goods |
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Kitchen & Bath StyleKitchen and bath ideas from ovens to bowls and soap |
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Need to Know...The latest scoop on openings, relocations, happenings, and other notable information |  |
Week of August 18th
The Oak Park River Forest Infant Welfare Society hosts its 36th annual Showcase House from Sept. 7-28. A 30-year-old classic English-style brick and stone home in River Forest will be transformed by 16 local designers, with the proceeds to benefit The Children’s Clinic of Oak Park. 801 Park Ave., River Forest; 708-848-0528.
The Chicago O’Hare Antiques Show & Sale takes place Aug. 21-24 at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center (5555 N. River Rd., Rosemont; 708-366-2710.
Montauk Sofa is having a summer sample sale featuring great deals on modernized classics from Aug. 17-23. 401 N. Wells St.; 312-951-5688
Elements (741 N. Wells St., 312-642-6574) is having a season-end sale featuring 30-60 percent discounts on home accessories and tabletop items, as well as women's accessories and jewelry.
The Golden Triangle (330 N. Clark St., 312-755-1266) is having a sidewalk sale with 40-70 percent discounts from August 15-30.
More Events can be found here
Ask the Experts
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Q. I once, unwittingly and foolishly, removed handcrafted needlepoint panels...my grandmother had made for a rocking chair long ago, then covered the chair in a nondescript fabric.Every time I view her lovely chair, I am sickened by my youthful mistake. How can I find... | |
Q. We love the look of back-painted glass and would like a backsplash of this material in our kitchen.How pricey is it, and how should we proceed? |  |
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House Party (Gallery)A Saugatuck retreat that’s stylish, warm, and inviting—ideal for entertaining, or just laying low |
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