B&B Italia Opens First US Maxalto Store in Chicago
This month, Chicago became the home of the first Maxalto store in the U.S. It opened on June 6th and is located in River North. Jump below for a few samples from the line: ...
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Sawbridge Studios: Handcrafted Furniture & Accessories
"In an age of fads, mass production and questionable quality, it is refreshing to savor those things which are timeless, unique, and reflect the pride of craftsmanship." That is the philosophy behind...
Svenska Mobler: Modernist and Functionalist Furniture
Svenska Mobler specializes in a very specific niche: Swedish Modernist and Argentine Functionalist 20th Century furniture. Both mid-century styles have rich wood tones and and clean lines. The shop ...
Carlisle Wide Plank Floors
We are in awe of these floors! Farmhouse chic thrives at Carlisle but we've also never seen wide-planked flooring look so modern and fresh. Yet in green terms, this flooring is the furthest thing fr...
Greenheart
Among Chicagoans' recommended stores list for Domino editor Rita Konig was Greenheart, "Chicago's first eco-fair trade store." So far, the eco-shop does not sell their goods online, but that will soon...
Caste
Remarkably beautiful things in an amazing storefront space. Soaring ceilings, huge windows and gallery-like white walls compliment the hand-made pieces......
Flea Market Finds from P.O.S.H.
We like to check in with P.O.S.H. every once in a while and see what's new in their "Flea Market Finds" section. We've got a thing for linen lately, so we were happy to see lots of tea towels. You'l...
Manifesto
Located in River North's high-end furniture district, Manifesto stands out from the area's modernist showrooms. Owners Dick and Barbara Gorman focus on European imports (with many Italian manufactur...
Printworks Gallery
If you're looking for both affordable and investment art by well-known artists, Printworks is the place to go. They've been in Chicago for almost 30 years. The gallery sells limited editions by many ...
Mecox
Located in River North, Mecox is the local outpost of a somewhat unusual home store chain that features both vintage and new items. What a great space - crazy high ceilings (with pressed tin) and pl...
Highlights from Ligne Roset's 2008 Catalog
Ligne Roset is well beyond our price range, but we always check out the store when we walk by. They have an innovative style of their own that we think of as "airport mod": sleek, sexy, glossy, and ...
Artemide
Classics (home of the Tizio and Tolomeo) along with what's new: Artemide. For sleek, ultramod, Italian style and design, the selection is impeccable. Stopping in at the local showroom offers the ch...
Patti Gilford Fine Arts
Although choosing the right furniture is important, it's not the only thing to consider in designing a space. Artwork can make or break a room, and Patti Gilford understands this. The consultants at...
Alessi
We've always liked Alessi. We're happy that Chicago made the short list for a flagship store. The aesthetic is upbeat - Alessi products are a marriage of usability and whimsy. These are the things t...
Lee Weitzman Furniture
This one's more like a mini tour than a store review. Lee Weitzman Furniture is located in a cozy below-ground space in River North, with a showroom arranged to look like one of the coolest garden ...
Luminaire
The destination in Chicago for shoppers on a design pilgrimage is Luminaire. This multi-level shop located in River North has floor to ceiling windows and cement floors with plenty of square footage...
Off the Bolt
If you are looking for instant gratification this might be the shop for you. Off the Bolt is a home decor fabric shop owned and run by Norene Fremont. She offers a good selection of textiles that ...
Jonathan Adler
Distinctive style with a sense of humor is how we'd describe Jonathan Adler and his Chicago shop. Super successful but not overly serious, he seems to be enjoying his ride as a celebrity designer, ...
Lightology
A major source for lighting is located in Chicago: Lightology - an amazing three story showroom on Chicago Avenue. Lightology is the largest importer and distributor of contemporary lighting in the ...
Thos. Moser
Thos. Moser was just awarded the 2007 Best of River North award by the River North Association, a "member-driven organization of businesses and residents" in the neighborhood. The Chicago showroom was...
Mecox
Last Saturday, we attended the One of a Kind show at the Merchandise Mart. Afterwards we did a quick stroll around the neighborhood, popping in at a few shops, including Mecox. What a great space - ...
Chicago Firewood
Tis the season. We use our fireplace all the time. We like those goofy duraflame or javalogs, they are the perfect size. Light one before dinner and it burns for 3-4 hours - just right. BUT - if...
Ironmonger
Ironmonger is the leading source for European hardware fittings in the USA. Located right here in Chicago, it has been in business for over 30 years. From Walter Gropius, Arne Jacobsen and Gio Pont...
Room and Board: Kids Department
Room and Board does not design-down for kids. We think their childrens offerings really share the sensibility of the whole stores' aesthetic. The plywood Little Jake chairs ($49.) and Jill table (...
The Chopping Block
Two locations and two purposes: Lincoln Square and Merchandise Mart. Cooking classes and kitchenware shop. The Chopping Block is a popular spot for improving your kitchen skills. Classes are offe...
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