Modernism in Winter
Last week we were having a particularly beautiful snowfall, and I decided that rather than hunker down indoors, I’d head out to …
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 …
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 …
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. …
Don Erickson’s Barrington Estate on the Market Again
Don Erickson, easily my favorite local modernist architect, built an amazing home for himself and his family on 10 acres in Barrington …
GONE! Don Erickson’s Seidel Residence Hits the Market for the First Time
If you’re looking for a truly unique, modern home close to everything, this may be the dream house you’ve been waiting for. …
Completely Renovated Modern Home by Dennis Blair in Timberlake Estates
I have a lot of clients who contact me specifically because they’re looking for a mid-century modern or other modern architectural property. …
Amazing “Mid-Mod Med” Time Capsule House in North Barrington!
You can find countless stories online about mid-century modern “time capsule” houses, and 9 times out of 10, the term has been …
