Monthly Archives: January 2012

What do greyhounds and modern architecture have in common?

Their owner…Barbara Karant, a nationally known design, art, and architecture photographer whose work is in the permanent collections of museums throughout the United States.  As president of the rescue group, Greyhounds Only, Karant is also a Champion for greyhounds.  She is the author … Continue reading

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LOVE GUS MODERN

I LOVE GUS MODERN !  We bought a Gus Sofa which was a take-off of an older Florence Knoll sofa, but Gus increased the proportions to make it more current, more modern and much more comfortable…especially for two large guys.  … Continue reading

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Nest – Voted Gadget of the Year!

I previously wrote a blog post about Nest, the Learning Thermostat as a favorite gadget…and now it has been voted gadget of the year by Slate and Business Insider!  That rocks and I would like an award or something for having such good … Continue reading

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Best New listing in East Village says UrbanTurf!

My new listing at 927 N Winchester, Chicago, IL 60622 was picked by UrbanTurf as one the ’Best New Listings’ last week.  This 4-Bedroom Prairie-Style home located in East Village is a one-of-a-kind, custom built single family home that offers functionality and beauty with it’s traditional … Continue reading

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Greek Orthodox Church turned Lincoln Park Mansion

This Sophisticated Urban Country Estate at 1339 West Webster in Lincoln Park used to be a Greek Orthodox Church in 1912.  It has since been creatively and beautifully renovated by Burns & Beyerl Architects. The masonry perimeter wall encloses the entire … Continue reading

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