Contrary to popular belief, updating a bathroom doesn’t have to involve ripping out the plumbing or reconfiguring layouts. Actually, a simpler transformation requires only a fresh coat of paint and a few new accessories.
Whether you’re planning to sell your Chicago home, or are simply seeing your space as a little outdated, structural and design improvements are an essential part of maintaining a home. Unfortunately, it’s easy to get overwhelmed by thoughts of the time and cost demanded by a full-scale renovation. Fear not….
You’ve embraced the warming weather and it has finally motivated you to kick off some spring cleaning–you’ve washed the windows, tossed out old clutter and rolled up winter rugs. But with the piles gone and the furniture rearranged, you find yourself staring at four less-than-inspired blank walls. There must be…
You’re one to avoid impulsive purchases or those that are emotionally driven. Still, it’s expected that some of life’s larger purchases–like buying a a new Chicago home–will carry some emotional weight, though you can avoid letting it sabotage your search by remembering the following five tips.
You’ve already been told to clean out your closets, eliminate the clutter and give the lawn a makeover, but did you know there are additional steps you can take to sell your home that have nothing to do with cleaning, remodeling or staging? While it’s important to provide potential buyers…
If you’ve been preparing your Chicago home for the market, you’ve likely spent a great deal of time and money on improvements, renovations and staging. The interior of your property is immaculate—devoid of any discernable flaws that could be detected by even the pickiest of buyers. But unless you’ve taken…
You’ve made the necessary improvements to your Chicago home, had every room professionally staged, your real estate agent has expertly priced your property and you’ve hosted a number of showings for several potential buyers. Now it’s time to start fielding bids. Sounds straight forward enough, right? While homeowners always hope…
A high ceiling in your home can add style, space and possibly a higher resale value. Although rooms with high ceilings are designed to wow home buyers – homeowners quickly learn that the routine cleaning, maintenance and painting of these hard-to-reach places can require scaffolding, money and headaches. Here are…
That the kitchen is the heart of every home isn’t likely to change, but the way this space is decorated and defined is undergoing a new phase of evolution here in Chicago. Where the focus was once on flashy steel stovetops and refrigerators with bare-all glass doors, Chicago homeowners and…
When the hunt for a home begins, most Chicago buyers begin by asking themselves this question: “What kind of property is my ideal price point going to fetch?” Even within the boundaries of a budget, buyers want to believe that they’ll find a variety of options – in both style…
As snow begins to melt, it can quickly reveal areas in your home that allow moisture to seep in or form. Unchecked, these dampened areas can become a breeding ground for mold. As you know, mold can cause strong odors, surface decay and, at worst, physical health problems. Fortunately, protecting…
There wasn’t much activity in green building last year. Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) project growth was only 3% for 2011. But this year the eco-construction sector of real estate is expected to show a noticeable recovery, especially where it involves retrofitting existing buildings with new green features.
If you’re nostalgic for a home with old world charm that still fits your contemporary lifestyle, take a tour of the historically significant 1856 Century House at 4362 W. Grace Street in Irving Park.
There are those homeowners who love cubbyholes and nooks, and then there are those who admire clean lines, open space and modern edge. If the latter describes what you’re looking for, then take a drive by 4511 North Wolcott in Ravenswood.
When you crave natural light and luxuriously open indoor spaces, a typical cubbyhole condo simply won’t do. If you’re looking for a high-class home that lets the outdoors in, visit the exquisite corner townhome at 2701 N. Greenview.
Are you the king (or queen) of home entertaining? Looking for a new home that inspires a little zen? Then you owe yourself a tour of 3117 North Hoyne in LakeView.