Small Wonder
Ludwig Mies van der Rohe’s children would surely have happily romped in this less-is-much-more version of the backyard princess castle. Spain-based SmartPlayhouse (smartplayhouse.com/en) is especially proud of its latest design,...
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The Paper Chase
Wondering about wallcoverings? We help you sift through the options for materials, installation, and (when the time comes) removal.
The Find coming to Grand Ave.
Make room in your heart for another vintage shop in the Grand Avenue Design District...
LEGO my Farnsworth House
In our May/June issue, which hits stands in a few weeks, we feature an outdoor playhouse inspired by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe’s Farnsworth House...
A Breed of Their Own
Clockwise from top: Café table, 29 inches high, 35 inches across, $545. Oblong coffee table, 20 inches high, 55 inches long, $645. Round coffee table, 15 inches high, 35...
Discounts for humanity
We’ve always admired the work of Designs for Dignity (you might remember our Chairs for Charity benefit last November)...
Hot Plate
This geometric plate, hand-carved from white marble sourced from Jaipur, India, may seem like pure art, but it was created with function in mind.
Anthropological décor
Anthropologie has more of a claim in my closet than in my living room, but that may soon change...
Dance at the Drake
In the mood for an elegant evening of formal attire, dancing, and iconic Chicago architecture?...
Outdoor Furniture
Judging by all the outdoor furniture that’s already hit the market, if you’re waiting for the icicles to melt before shopping for your next set of alfresco furnishings, you’re already...