The June/July issue of Domino features Rita Konigs guide to shopping in Chicago. It's a good list - she includes several of our favorites and likely some of yours as well...
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For today's color combo, we thought we'd do something a little different and take an accent color that people usually use in small doses, like gold. Instead of looking at one particular combo, we're...
Eric send us an email: "Hello all! I am new to Chicago and I am in desperate need of an affordable upholsterer. I have this fabulous pair of wing back chairs, which are in dire need of a modern update...
Pottery Barn Chesapeake 4-Pole Hammock
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Colors can have very personal associations for people. While compiling a post on blue and gray color combos (shown above), I was reminded of the house I grew up in. My Virginia-born mom loves Americ...
(Hello again to Maya from Cincinnati. She is one of the bloggers trying out for a spot on the AT:Chicago team. Her first post is here and comments are welcome!)
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Canadian House & Home 06.2008
Another snippet from Canadian House & Home - this "Cheap & Chic" issue was so good we just had to share one more clip. Designer Barb Purdy saved $4,300 in her cottage bathroom makeover. We think the...
Dania is one of those places we've never been but do see it mentioned often in AT's comment threads. Since it's the end of spring cleaning month and organizing has been heavy on the brain, we found s...
Minimalism meets maximalism. Most closely associated with paper, embossing can apply to other materials as well: tile, metal, and glass for example. We love the look of white-on-white embossed mater...
(Hello again to Julie from Minneapolis. She is one of the bloggers trying out for a spot on the AT:Chicago editorial team. Her first post is here. Comments are welcome!)
Back when green was primarily...
You may remember Kiel's water closet featured during bathroom month. His latest project included revamping his foyer. We loved it so much we had to show the "after" first and foremost. Click below for...
GreatBigStuff.com isn't a typical store we'd review for Apartment Therapy, but we stumbled onto it and it cracked us up. If you're looking to bring a little Claus Oldenburg-style humor to your apart...
Lill Studio is well know to Chicagoans with a penchant for handbags. Custom made from your choice of fabrics, they allow customers to step into the design role and now they've taken it a step furthe...
In South Loop, this Zen table and stool set from Dania is for sale. The counter height table would fit (and look) great in a small apartment! More good stuff below:
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Canadian House & Home 06.2008
We're big fans of the industrial chic style of Canadian design group Gus*, so when picked up a copy of Canadian House & Home featuring their Toronto digs, we knew we were in for a treat. Gus* design...
This gold cup has been hidden away in a shoebox under the owners bed for years. John Webber says that his grandfather gave it to him when he was a little boy......
Just kidding - thankfully we're not talking about that kind of odor. We found tips for three simple ways to combat tough household smells and freshen the air at home......
“We have to replace beauty, which is a cultural concept, with goodness, which is a humanist concept.”
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How to look super-organized when you're really not? Use sets of matching containers. That's our strategy as we unpack and find things that we're not sure where to put, but we don't want to get rid o...
Designed in 1963, the BarBoy is one of Verner Panton's best known designs. Like a racy cousin to the much loved Componibili units, the BarBoy brings a little swinging......
If you need a colorful rug on a tight budget, Urban Outfitters is usually a good place to look. Their rug selection for the past few months was a little dismal, but we really like the summer pattern...
All indications point to us finally jumping on the FLOR train - we are eyeing some basic solids and thinking of the many benefits that modular flooring provides. In our searching, we found some patte...
We saved these kombucha tea bottles because we love their shape and thought they'd be great for vases or bathroom storage. The only problem was that they were covered from top to bottom in a very st...
One of our favorite things to find in our inbox is a reader project, especially one that turns out as well as this one. Jump below for the "after" from Swanygirl:...
Linda writes: "I am soon to be a mom with a grad student @ Kellogg. This will be a two year stint and then on to wherever? I am trying to help outfit/furnish/stylishly put together an apt. for my daug...
Based in the Netherlands, but close to our hearts with the combination of all-weather durability and lighthearted design, these woven pieces (with teak accents) by Freeline International are the best ...
When we wrote about the dread that overcomes us before an IKEA trip, we got a lot of responses - some from fellow sufferers of Pre-Traumatic IKEA Syndrome, and others from people who look forward al...
In Andersonville, a vintage Harvey Probber cabinet. Made of Walnut, it opens up to fitted drawers and storage. Jump below to links for this and more good finds:
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Recently we've been dreaming about sailing away into the Caribbean blue. That's not happening just yet but these dishes from Crate & Barrel are satisfying our color fix.
The Marin series of earthenw...
Dolce & Gabbana Mademoiselle Chair by Philippe Starck for KartellSurvey below:
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How about a 40's style sitting room? Dark wood finishes with beige satin, complemented by a super strong rug and funky floral floor sculpture. Five vintage finds from Century Design working together -...
We've blogged Mrs. Meyers on AT many times. Yes, they're environmentally friendly and they work pretty well, but the real reason we stay addicted is that they smell so good. We've been long-time use...
Houndstooth is intriguing for furniture or accessories, but how about an entire wall (or room)? We'd like to hear how one could pull off houndstooth wallcoverings - tell us how you think it could wor...
(Hello again to Sarah from Kansas City, one of the four bloggers trying out for a spot on the AT: Chicago editorial team. Her first post is here. Comments are welcome!)
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When you blow something up, can it be considered deconstructed? While perusing the Chicago Architecture Foundation online shop, we spied a basket and magazine rack from Alessi's Blow Up line....
After reading Heather's post on Neighborhood Parks, we were inspired to walk a little west of our own neighborhood into Humboldt Park. Designed by a team including famed Danish landscaper Jens Jense...
Talk about rolling out the red carpet - St. Gallen, Switzerland had the distinction of hosting this public rec room for the residents to enjoy; from sofas to dining areas......
Design shop YouSayTomayto is closing, and their website offers some pretty good deals on trendy home accessories. Final clearance discounts on remaining merchandise range from Tord Boontje's Garlan...
With parents who grew up in Berwyn (but not in a bungalow), my fascination with these homes has waxed and waned over the years. Now a bungalow owner myself, that fascination is in full effect and I'm ...
Minnesota's Alchemy Architects - makers of the modular prefab weeHouse - recently introduced a new addition to their line: the 3 bedroom, 2150 sf not-so-weeHouse. While the original, tiny weeHouse w...
Josh sent in a good question: "Hi, I am looking for a lounge chair for our living room. I love the "Relounge" from Dietiker, but it's too pricey. I love its lack of arms, the seating position, light...
There must be many first-timers out there who are thinking about having a garage sale this fall. With hopes of having our own first garage sale in years (we kept procrastinating all summer), we are ...
The cube is a great thing - use it for a sofa side table, extra seating, a plant stand, desk surface or for bedside stuff. What we love about these from Interior 51 is the variety of finishes availab...
While our friend - and super-handyman - Dave was over to help us install our IKEA credenza, we asked him for a few cordless drill recommendations, from light usage to heavy-duty high end. Click belo...
Good news for studio dwellers. New from the Blu Dot folks in Minneapolis, a sofa with a "hidden agenda" called the "One Night Stand". Simply remove the back cushions and flip the seat forward to revea...
Living in a city, we're used to seeing buildings crammed together. Yet it takes an inventive mind (or pair of minds) to make a structure fit and function in a space that spans a width of only 7 feet ...
In Edgewater, a less than one month old Bauhaus Arc Lamp in a great Olivine color for $175. Excellent condition. Jump below for links to this and other good finds:
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We have a thing for Chinoiserie - we tend to gravitate towards items with Chinese details or style, and especially like it in combination with simple finishes and more modern pieces. From the past ye...
We spent Saturday out and about, buying a couple of plants for our back porch from the Green Grocer and Grand Street Gardens. Along the way, we snapped photos of plants, people, and the final set-up...
Marie has an unusual question for the crowd: "How do I break my lease if I have paranormal activity going on? I have notified my landlord, explained what's going on, said I feel unsafe, etc because of...
(Hello again to Rachel from St. Louis, trying out for a spot on the AT:Chicago editorial team. Her first post is here. Comments welcome.)
Recently we received a gift of several vintage bud vases from...
We all have them, and we're not ashamed to admit it. Well, maybe just a little. In each and every one of our homes resides that kooky, kitschy little item that we refuse to give up. Sure, it makes ...
Diverse in design and price, this roundup is all about how you can store your mags in French style:
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If you've got an old bench that needs a little love, consider upholstering it for a new look. A while ago, AT:Chicago posted a great set of how-to instructions for bench upholstery from Shelly, one ...
Remember Listpic? It was great, so nice to see the photos from the Craigslist ads without having to click through - but alas, it didn't last long. The good news for today is that we just downloaded a ...
Sometimes the most common objects are the best problem solvers, like ice cube trays. Tucked inside a drawer or box, they can organize a multitude of small things......
Sadly, we've yet to visit Chicago's Botanical Gardens in the 10 years we've lived here. But kicking our fun to-do list into high gear for the summer, visiting the gardens comes out on top. We just lea...
We noticed this clever DIY project at a friend's house over the weekend. These sculptural white flowers were made from real plants dipped in plaster. Click below to find out how to make your own......
I read the reviews saying it was horrible, but had to go anyway - as a fan of Speed, Trixie and Racer X from way back, I'd been looking forward to the Speed Racer movie since the first preview, many m...
Betsi sent us an email: I'm looking to get my life organized and yet not take up too much space, as I don't really have room for a true office in my condo. I like the Pottery Barn Daily System (availa...
Our first introduction to suburban IQ Matics was with these wonderful (and expensive) Iker chairs. Established in 2001 and specializing in the "finest authentic award wining European furniture from ...
One of our big Memorial Day Weekend projects was this "floating credenza" made from IKEA's Akurum Cabinets and inspired by the living room storage in Andreas' Greektown Loft. It hangs from the wall ...
In Chicago, a black lacquered Gio Ponti cocktail table in excellent condition. The seller is asking $1100 or best offer. Click below for links to this and more good finds:
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Yesterday, as we chowed down on our Memorial Day hummus and Wasabi peanuts, we happened to come across a lovely surprise in the June 2008 issue of UR Chicago. They gave us a brief but glowing review ...
An organized home is something we all strive for, whether we have minimal belongings or really embrace the "stuff" of homelife. We've found the best way to get going on a tough project (and lets face...
The reader's favorite posts on AT:Chicago this week were 9 gorgeous color combos, a love letter to the new IKEA book, a daybed as sofa question, 5 ways to clean whites naturally and Sarah's snaps of ...
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