No More Compromises
Category: Inspiration
It was a busy summer, now that fall is officially here I’m feeling nostalgic. I always get that way when summer is over. This October begins my seventh year...
A Place Of Your Own
Category: IdeasIt's important to come to terms with the space around us, sometimes this can be difficult without help. It can be a tricky subject since we all respond to...
Let’s Hit The Road
Category: TravelI love Summer. The longer sunny days combined with warm evenings are just what the doctor ordered after our bone chilling winters. Are you planning a trip any time...
Your Next Chapter
Category: Get organized
Many times we're told difficult things we don't want to hear. These sage words are often delivered by dear friends, the kids who "know what's best for you" or...
Do You Love Where You Live?
Category: Ideas
Well here we are, it's time again for my latest thoughts on design. I continually contemplate what people want when it comes to their spaces. This changes with each...
A New Year Full Of Possibilities
Category: Inspiration
Happy New Year to you, I hope you enjoyed the holidays and are well rested. Many of us (especially me) love the holidays but are relieved once all the...
It’s Christmastime In Chicago
Category: ChristmasOh my, it's Christmas again! I know you're busy, running here and there, parties, family and friends to see, perhaps you're traveling also. Whether you're the most organized person...
Let’s Eat!
Category: ThanksgivingWell here we are, it's the beginning of the end. The end of the year that is, the final few weeks are always so busy. I love Thanksgiving, it's...
Snuggle Up, Are You Ready For Fall?
Category: Fall decorating"Autumn is a second spring when every leaf is a flower." Albert Camus
The Chicago Botanic Garden in Glencoe, always a good idea on an Autumn Day.
I love this time...
Would You Refuse A Lifeline?
Category: Transforming spaceOne of my clients said the process of transforming their space was like swimming in a pool of sharks. It made me smile when he said I changed his...
Everything Old Is New Again
Category: Inspiration
Chicago is a modern city, the skyscraper was born here after all. However, there are times I wonder why we are so traditional here. But is that really a...
The Dreaded Kitchen Renovation
Category: Ideas, Kitchens
It’s Summertime in Chicago. Are you restless and contemplating the project of your dreams? Perhaps you're ready for the new kitchen you’ve been pining for. You’ve been busy making...
Live Presently
Category: Chicago, Live it upMemorial Day Weekend has come and gone, I feel summer is finally approaching. Have you been using your time well and enjoying your beautiful life? Your life is a...
Ancient + Modern = Kaboom!
Category: Interior designPortrait by Adam Siegel
I love to travel, how about you? The famous documentary about Diana Vreeland was entitled "The Eye Has To Travel"--love her or hate her, it's true!...
Spring Awakening
Category: Inspiration"In the Spring, I have counted 136 kinds of weather inside of 24 hours."
Mark Twain
I feel such a restless stirring lately, I'm anxiously craving warmer weather. Do you know...