A Mid-Century Modern “Dream House” in Oak Park
When John Economos came to the United States from Greece, he had just $50 in his pocket. Decades later, he was well …
Long, Low MCM Ranch Hits the Market in Lake Forest
If you’ve been looking for a classicly-styled MCM ranch in the Chicago suburbs, this one might fit the bill. With plenty of …
Bridges Between Worlds: Creation of Animal Bridges on the Rise
Bridging the Natural and Built Worlds What a fantastic idea! Overpasses and underpasses like these help animals cross busy, built-up areas (usually …
Another Modern Home Sold: 3335 Prairie Wind Road, Long Grove
Another one of my modern home listings has sold! This time, it’s the 1955 Dennis Blair home at 3335 Prairie Wind Road …
AIA Award-Winning Home on 21 Acres Returns!
This beautifully-designed home, built in 2008, has returned! Be sure to read the story about this award-winning home and take a look …
A Few Questions With: Lynne McDaniel of An Orange Moon and Estate Sale Goddess
Lou Zucaro: For people who don’t know you yet, tell me about your businesses. Lynne McDaniel: We are Ty & Lynne McDaniel, …
The First Peek at Santiago Calatrava’s Re-Design for Chicago’s O’Hare Airport
Here’s a great piece in Architectural Digest about Santiago Calatrava’s design concept for the proposed $8.5 billion O’Hare redevelopment project, the goal …
A Bertrand Goldberg Gem, Hidden in Plain Sight
Recently on Facebook, Crain’s Chicago Business residential real estate reporter Dennis Rodkin teased about something he was working on, showing a mysterious …
Florence Knoll Dies at 101
Well I hate to admit it, but I didn’t even know Florence Knoll (now Florence Knoll Bassett) was still alive. As reported …
An Uncompromising, Spectacular Retreat: Dennis Blair’s Schell House
It stands to reason that if you pair the right Architect with the right client, you end up with a special home. …
