Susan Fredman Design Group’s Ruthie Delf Talks About Transforming a Glencoe Sun Porch.

Cool shade, lake breezes … we want to live outside this summer.

What could be worse than listing your house in this horrible market?

Do you love the classic beauty of your traditional home, but wish the interior felt more fresh and crisp?

In June, outdoor bistros bustle with diners eager to enjoy the wonderful weather.

Designer Mick de Giulio is about to achieve rock-star status with the publication of "Kitchen Centric."

When Melly Schwartz was a child growing up downstate in Danville, scavenging for interesting cast-offs was her "greatest delight."

12 New Trier Township High School students, finalists in an architecture class contest to develop the lakefront lot at 1330 Sheridan Rd. in Wilmette, presented their plans to judges.

Designer, tastemaker and collector Thomas O’Brien spoke to a packed house about his just released first book “American Modern: My Inspirations for Classic Style, from Modern to Traditional” at the Merchandise Mart’s bi-annual International Antiques Fair.

Creating a welcoming front entry should be a top priority for every homeowner – after all, it’s the first impression your home makes.

What you hang and display speaks volumes about you—your interests, taste, and priorities. According to brain research cited by Tal D. Ben-Shahar, who teaches at Harvard, surrounding yourself with pleasurable objects actually makes you happier.