My friend and fellow interior designer, Betsy (who took all of the fab photos of my work), and I discussed how we totally obsess over certain furniture and accessory stores where we live. So, here’s a quick sample of just a few of my many favorites (plus one of Betsy’s). Most are located in Chicago and the surrounding suburbs, and
Read moreGet your vintage on! Vintage furniture pieces create a statement, and they already have a history. You get to tell your friends stories about where you found a piece… it’s all about the hunt. They are typically made with stronger materials using techniques that are constructed better than the typical “big box” furniture that you have to put together yourself. Vintage pieces can
Read moreI love things in a room that are a little bit peculiar or odd or a bit off. Why? They invite inquiry. I’ve written in the past about how your home design should reflect your individual style and taste and how your belongings should tell a story about you, not about where you bought them. Here is a recent example of peculiar
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Rachael Franceschina 