Hinsdale Living, March 2021

HOME + DESIGN: LUXE LIVING ISSUE

Hinsdale | Clarendon Hills Oak Brook | Burr Ridge MARCH 2021 $4 US

HinsdaleLivingmag.com

“There is no place like home.”

-L. FRANK BAUM

WELCOME HOME

Power players defining Hinsdale’s luxury home and design industry

LAUREN ASHLEY ALLAN’S

Home Office Musts HL_0321_Cover.indd 1

3/1/21 9:21 PM

Oris Carl Brashear Calibre 401 Limited Edition

17W 300 22nd Street, Oakbrook Terrace, Illinois 60181 Phone (630) 516-8000 | Fax (630) 516-0818

www.merryrichardsjewelers.com

HL_0321_Master_Ads.indd 2

2/15/21 8:21 PM

NO 1

h i n s da l e 21.7% Coldwell Banker Realty

19.7% Compass

15.9% BHHS Chicago

11.4% Jameson Sotheby's

5.0%

Source: BrokerMetrics LLC, Closed Sales Volume, Residential Properties, Hinsdale, 1-1-2020 to 12-31-2020.

HL_0321_@prop_Insert.indd 1

2/17/21 5:26 PM

hinsdale 933 S GRANT STREET 6 beds, 6.2 baths, $2,290,000

LARYSA DOMINO 630.561.8331 larysadomino@atproperties.com

HL_0321_@prop_Insert.indd 2

2/17/21 5:26 PM

hinsdale 629 S QUINCY STREET 6 beds, 5.1 baths, $1,599,000

LARYSA DOMINO 630.561.8331 larysadomino@atproperties.com

HL_0321_@prop_Insert.indd 3

2/17/21 5:26 PM

hinsdale 3 9 E B I R C H WO O D AV E N U E 6 beds, 6.1 baths, $1,650,000

GARY LEE 630.449.2110 garylee@atproperties.com

HL_0321_@prop_Insert.indd 4

2/17/21 5:27 PM

chicago 5 0 5 N M CC L U R G CO U R T, U N I T 3 4 0 3 3 beds, 2.1 baths, $1,050,000

CARRIE MCCORMICK 312.961.4612 carrie@atproperties.com

HL_0321_@prop_Insert.indd 5

2/17/21 5:27 PM

hinsdale 212 N QUINCY STREET 5 beds, 5.1 baths, $1,499,998

J MAGGIO 312.450.0012 jmaggio@atproperties.com

HL_0321_@prop_Insert.indd 6

2/17/21 5:27 PM

hinsdale 8 0 5 W H I C KO RY S T R E E T 5 beds, 5.2 baths, $1,385,000

PAUL MANCINI 630.267.1899 pmancini@atproperties.com

HL_0321_@prop_Insert.indd 7

2/17/21 5:27 PM

darien 9 0 1 3 DA R I E N WO O D S C O U R T 4 beds, 3.1 baths, $825,000

JANET MARINIS 708.721.7791 janetmarinis@atproperties.com

HL_0321_@prop_Insert.indd 8

2/17/21 5:27 PM

hinsdale 73 9 P H I L I P PA S T R E E T 5 beds, 5.1 baths, $1,299,000

NICOLE BOKICH 847.302.7192 nicolebokich@atproperties.com

HL_0321_@prop_Insert.indd 9

2/17/21 5:27 PM

elmhurst 200 E SOUTH STREET 5 beds, 6.4 baths, $2,799,000

JEFF PROCTOR 773.517.6026 jeffproctor@atproperties.com

HL_0321_@prop_Insert.indd 10

2/17/21 5:27 PM

elmhurst 2 1 8 S K E N I LWO R T H AV E N U E 4 beds, 3.1 baths, $1,495,000

JEFF PROCTOR 773.517.6026 jeffproctor@atproperties.com

HL_0321_@prop_Insert.indd 11

2/17/21 5:27 PM

hinsdale 6 1 0 N WA S H I N G TO N S T R E E T 7 beds, 6.1 baths, $2,189,000

KATIE AHERN 630.421.9751 katieahern@atproperties.com

HL_0321_@prop_Insert.indd 12

2/17/21 5:27 PM

Oak Brook Promenade • 3021 Butterfield Road • Oak Brook, Illinois 630.954.2662 • info@amarekfinejewelry.com • www.amarekfinejewelry.com

HL_0321_Master_Ads.indd 15

2/15/21 8:21 PM

AskEmily eswchicago.com | 312.286.0800 @atproperties.com esw@ 2043 N CLIFTON AVE

2239 N DAYTON ST

Exquisite, LG-built custom home on a 62.5’ wide lot! A fabulous Summer Thorntondesigned interior offers a modern take on a classic style. A large grassy side yard and landscaped extra deep front lawn makes this home perfect for indoor/outdoor living!

Wonderfully updated kitchen with top-ofthe-line appliances, marble countertops, Teak island & white cabinetry. 4 generous bedrooms on the second floor, including the grand owner’s suite with fireplace, custom built-ins and a white marble bath.

The penthouse offers a 5th bedroom, an office & a perfect entertaining space that leads out to a rooftop deck with magnificent views! Heated 4-car garage and elaborate Crestron smart home systems.

Outstanding total reconstruction of this classic Chicago home in collaboration with Vinci Hamp Architects and Chicago Custom Homes! Only the original exterior was used as this home was reimagined into a modern masterpiece. The incredible floating staircase is an engineering feat, making this home very special. Fabulous light throughout all levels of the home through the domed skylight. 6” solid white oak flooring and large windows throughout the living space. Fantastic Bulthaup kitchen with all chef’s quality appliances. Landscaped roof deck and attached 3-car garage!

1840 N FREMONT ST

2668 N GENEVA TER

6 Beds | 5.2 Baths • $5,995,000 2043NCliftonAve.info

4 Beds | 4.1 Baths • $3,600,000 2239NDaytonSt.info

5 Beds | 4.3 Baths • $2,975,000 1840NFremontSt.info

7 Beds | 4.1 Baths • $2,295,000 2668NGenevaTer.info

Better than new, custom Environs resale in a fabulous Lincoln Park location.

Top-of-the-line kitchen has granite countertops and a stainless backsplash.

High-end appliances include Wolf Range, two Sub-Zero refrigerators, and two Bosch dishwashers. Greatroom features a fireplace with a gorgeous limestone surround and offers direct access to the two-tiered deck space. Primary bedroom has dual vanities, separate tub, steam shower and fabulous closet. A penthouse level offers an entertainment room with a wet bar. Lower level media room is the perfect place to watch a game or movie. Spacious mudroom with attached garage and elevator!

Sensational custom home in coveted Geneva Estates!

Located on a corner-like lot with spectacular outdoor space. Main level features an open living & dining room with a fireplace and built-in buffet. The high-end kitchen has granite countertops, stainless steel appliances & a large island.

An adjacent greatroom overlooks the garage deck. 4 bedrooms, including the primary, are on the 2nd level. Penthouse level has a bedroom, full bath, family room and 2 terraces. Attached heated 2-car garage and close to shopping & dining!

HL_0321_Master_Ads.indd 16

2/15/21 8:22 PM

Create the home of your dreams... rightofwhere you are. the home your dreams... of your dreams... our dreams... here you Create are. the home Create the home of your dreams...

right where you are.

Create the home of your right where youdreams... are. he urhome dreams... ofright your dreams... where you are.

ere you are.

An Industry Leader Since 1973

Kitchens | Bathrooms | Additions

An Industry Leader 1973 An Industry Leader SinceLeader 1973Since An Industry Since 1973 Kitchens 20 | Bathrooms | Additions East Ogden, Hinsdale An Industry Leader Since |1973 Kitchens Bathrooms | Additions Kitchens |20Bathrooms | An Industry Leader Since 1973 East Ogden, Hinsdale Additions 630.663.9900 An Industry Leader Since 1973 630.663.9900 Kitchens | Bathrooms |20Additions Ogden, Hinsdale EastKitchens Ogden,20Hinsdale |East Bathrooms | Additions www.LaMantia.com www.LaMantia.com An Industry Leader An Since Industry 1973 Leader Since 1973 Kitchens | Bathrooms | Additions 630.663.9900 20 East Ogden, Hinsdale 630.663.9900 20 East Ogden, Hinsdale www.LaMantia.com Kitchens Kitchens||Additions Bathrooms | Additions www.LaMantia.com 20 East Ogden, Hinsdale | Bathrooms 630.663.9900 630.663.9900 www.LaMantia.com 630.663.9900 20 www.LaMantia.com East Ogden, Hinsdale 20 East Ogden, Hinsdale www.LaMantia.com 630.663.9900 630.663.9900 HLH_LaMantia_1017.indd 1

HLH_LaMantia_1017.indd 1

HL_0321_Master_Ads.indd 17

9/19/17 5:16 PM

www.LaMantia.comwww.LaMantia.com

2/15/21 8:22 PM

9/19/17

HL_0321_Master_Ads.indd 18

2/15/21 8:22 PM

HL_0321_Master_Ads.indd 19

2/15/21 8:22 PM

Be Healthy and Look Refreshed!

Capture Your Youth!

Dr. Michael Morgan, a world-renowned cosmetic dentist who studied at the University of Geneva, Switzerland with some of the world’s most talented dental artists, provides you more ways to help you look and feel your best!

Our office offers a full array of Preventative and Cosmetic Dentistry as well as non-surgical facial aesthetics services, including Botox®, Juvederm® collection of fillers and Vampire Facials and Vampire Facelifts that will help you to gain back your youthful look with ease!

We offer virtual consultations that will let you plan treatment from the comfort of your home or anywhere you have an internet connection. We also invite you to visit our office in Hinsdale where we follow strict sterilization office protocols which go beyond the CDC guidelines to ensure your safety.

Trust Your Look to Over 35 Years of Experience in Aesthetics!

Call Us Today to Schedule Your Consultation!

630.325.2525

hinsdalefamilydentist.com

HL_0321_Master_Ads.indd 20

2/15/21 8:23 PM

I Need Houses I’VE GOT BUYERS

BUYERS LOOKING IN HINSDALE FOR: • • • • • •

Updated, larger home with a pool or room to add a pool (up to $5M) Newer constr uction (up to $3.5M) 5-bedroom home (up to $1.3M) 4-bedroom home (up to $1.2M) 4-bedroom, “Man Cave” basement (up to $1.3M) And more…

Call me if you are thinking about selling.

312.450.0012

| JMAGGIO@ATPROPERTIES.COM

30 S. LINCOLN STREET, HINSDALE

300+

TRANSACTIONS

*

$150M + TOTA L S A L E S

SOURCE:

HL_0321_Master_Ads.indd 21

| JMAGGIO.COM

*

*

11 Years

SEL L ING R EAL ESTAT E

MREDLLC, 01/01/2010- 01/31/2021.

2/15/21 8:23 PM

8760 W. 159th St. Orland Park (708) 364-2400

8100 W. 159th St. Orland Park (708) 403-0300

HL_0321_Master_Ads.indd 22

8150 W. 159th St. Orland Park (708) 403-7770

8425 W. 159th St. Tinley Park (708) 429-6600

8130 W. 159th St. Orland Park (708) 745-9100

2/15/21 8:23 PM

EVERYTHING TO IMAGINATION, NOTHING TO CHANCE ®

PROJECT: WHOLE HOUSE REMODEL, WITH NEW DETACHED GARAGE ADDITION AND COVERED WALKWAY LOCATION: WINNETKA, IL DESIGNED & BUILT BY AIROOM ARCHITECTS BUILDERS AND REMODELERS

ADDITION LAKE FOREST

KITCHEN HINSDALE

LOWER LEVEL GLENCOE

For over 60 years Airoom has been designing and building home remodeling and custom home projects throughout Chicagoland. Airoom provides one-point of responsibility, combining design expertise, product selection, supervised construction, and service & warranty…all under one roof.

INTERIOR BARRINGTON

CUSTOM HOMES ADDITIONS KITCH ENS B AT H R O O M S EXTERIORS LOWER LE VELS

Schedule Your Complimentary Design Consultation:

630.397.0963 | AIROOM.COM

Visit our 30,000 sq. ft. Design Build Center:

6825 N. LINCOLN AVE. | LINCOLNWOOD, IL FINANCING AVAILABLE.

HL_0321_Master_Ads.indd 23

2/15/21 8:23 PM

®

®

Breast Augmentation | Breast Lift | Tummy Tuck | Liposuction | Facelift | Rhinoplasty | BOTOX | Juvederm

Peter D. Geldner, MD • U.S. News & World Report Top Doctor, 2017-2019 • 10 Best Plastic Surgeons, American Institute of Plastic Surgery, 2018 & 2019 • Castle Connolly America’s Top Plastic Surgeons, 2008-2020 • RealSelf Top Doctor, 2014-2019

Downtown Chicago & Hinsdale 312.981.4440 | 630.315.5699 GeldnerPlasticSurgery.com

HL_0321_Master_Ads.indd 24

2/15/21 8:24 PM

HL_0321_Master_Ads.indd 25

2/15/21 8:24 PM

R E A L

HL_0321_Master_Ads.indd 26

E S T A T E

2/15/21 8:24 PM

Photography by Richard Powers

Created in Partnership with JamesThomas Interiors

abruzzokb.com | Schaumburg | 847.885.0500

HL_0321_Master_Ads.indd 27

2/15/21 8:24 PM

HL_0321_Master_Ads.indd 28

2/15/21 8:24 PM

2021 BUCKET LIST

celebrate every day

HL_0321_Master_Ads.indd 29

2/15/21 8:25 PM

chicago • willowbrook • new york

You can't put your life on hold for a beauty treatment.

With HALO you get results without the downtime.

Treat skin discoloration, sun damage, enlarged pores, and wrinkles, and get the CONFIDENCE to turn your camera on!

Combine your HALO laser treatment with Forever Young BBL for extra savings this month!

BEFORE

AFTER

Call today to schedule your appointment! lo o k b e t t e r , f e e l b e t t e r , p e r fo r m b e t t e r .

520 N. Michigan Ave, Suite 300, Chicago, IL 60611 | 545 Plainfield Road, Suite B, Willowbrook, IL 60527 150 Broadway, Suite 1110 New York, NY 10038

630.455.0140 | www.drjessiecheung.com | Like Us on Facebook @DrJessieCheung

HL_0321_Master_Ads.indd 30

2/15/21 8:25 PM

E x p e r i e n ce Co u n t s , E x p e r t i s e M a t te r s !

Choose the best for your child. Choose a Board Certified Specialist.

Dr. Mira Albert • Founded Brush Pediatric Dentistry in 2011

• Joined Brush Pediatric Dentistry in 2014

• National Spokesperson and Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry

• University of Illinois-Champaign Urbana-BS

• Board Examiner and Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry

• Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital-Residency in Pediatric Dentistry

• University of Michigan-BA and DDS

• Diplomate ABPD

• University of Illinois ChicagoResidency in Pediatric Dentistry

Dr. Maggie Rizzo i Dr. Mira Albert, Dr. Lynna Gripentrog, Dr. Maggie Rizzo, and Dr. Andreina Ramones

Dr. Lynna Gripentrog • Southern Illinois University-DMD

Dr. Andreina Ramones • Joined Brush Pediatric Dentistry in 2016

• Joined Brush Pediatric Dentistry in 2019

• University of Central Florida-BS

• University of Michigan- BS

• Arizona School of Dentistry-DMD

• University of Illinois-Chicago, DMD

• Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children’s HospitalResidency in Pediatric Dentistry

• Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children’s HospitalResidency in Pediatric Dentistry

• Diplomate ABPD

911 N. Elm Street, Suite 228 Hinsdale, IL 60521 www.BrushForKids.com | @brushforkids

630-504-ABCD

HL_0321_Master_Ads.indd 31

2/15/21 8:25 PM

COLLABORATE DESIGN + BUILD

HL_0321_Master_Ads.indd 32

2/15/21 8:26 PM

E

NOW OPEN TO THE PUBLIC OR CALL FOR A CONSULTATION C O RE R EMODEL IN TERIORS SH OWROOM 47 SOUTH WASHI NGTON STR E E T HI NSDALE , I L 60521 CA LL FOR PR I VATE CONSULTATI O N : 312 841 9696

HL_0321_Master_Ads.indd 33

2/15/21 8:26 PM

HINSDALE MEADOWS Hinsdale’s only new construction community Luxury Single Family and Duplex Villa homes offering low maintenance living, including a 52-acre park “right out your door”.

HinsdaleMeadows.com | 630.835.0689 HL_0321_Master_Ads.indd 34

2/15/21 8:26 PM

60

%

SO LD

”.

HL_0321_Master_Ads.indd 35

2/15/21 8:26 PM

INVENTORY IS LOW AND SALES ARE HIGH Comparative analysis of the market 2020 to 2019*

-20.5%

HOMES FOR SALE

+42.7%

CLOSED SALES

+44%

HOMES UNDER CONTRACT

NOW IS THE TIME TO SELL! WANT TO KNOW WHAT YOUR HOME VALUE IS? CONTACT ME.

630.935.8150 Katherine@KatherineKarvelas.com

KatherineKarvelas.com *Source: data pulled from infosparks December 2020 comparing December 2019 (average % of all areas combined – Hinsdale, Oak Brook, Clarendon Hills, Burr Ridge)

HL_0321_Master_Ads.indd 36

2/15/21 8:26 PM

OVER 4000 TRIPS BOOKED – 7 CONTINENTS & 41 COUNTRIES

A SPECIAL THANK YOU TO OUR AMAZING CLIENTS & INDUSTRY PARTNERS

HL_0321_Master_Ads.indd 37

2/15/21 8:27 PM

DR YATES H A I R

S C I E N C E

&

L I F E S T Y L E

ENTER TO WIN A $500 GIFT CARD!

M E D

312-261-0871

T E X T

“WIN” TO 312-268-4149 TO ENTER.

Feuding Families

Winner will be selected April 1st.

Watch the drawing LIVE by liking us on Facebook!

213 North Stetson Ave Chicago,il 60601 2425 w 22nd st suite 202 oak Brook, Il 60523

https://www.facebook.com/dryateshairmedspa HL_0321_Master_Ads.indd 38

2/15/21 8:27 PM

HL_0321_Master_Ads.indd 39

2/15/21 8:27 PM

It’s taken on a whole new meaning. Today, it’s not only a place where you live but where you learn.

Let us prove our dedication and loyalty to helping families like yours by guiding you home.

Contact a Coldwell Banker Realty agent today or visit us at ColdwellBankerHomes.com.

Guiding You Home Since 1906.

Hinsdale Village 8 E. Hinsdale Avenue 630.789.8280 | Clarendon Hills 5 S. Prospect Avenue 630.325.2800 Affiliated real estate agents are independent contractor sales associates, not employees. ©2021 Coldwell Banker. All Rights Reserved. Coldwell Banker and the Coldwell Banker logos are trademarks of Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. The Coldwell Banker® System is comprised of company owned offices which are owned by a subsidiary of Realogy Brokerage Group LLC and franchised offices which are independently owned and operated. The Coldwell Banker System fully supports the principles of the Fair Housing Act and the Equal Opportunity Act. 21CPED_NAT_2/21

HL_0321_Master_Ads.indd 40

2/16/21 1:59 PM

HL_0321_Master_Ads.indd 41

2/15/21 8:28 PM

WEEKLY MEAL SERVICE

Founder & Publisher J.W. CONATSER Associate Publisher GRETCHEN BARNARD Editor-in-Chief KEMMIE RYAN

Prepared by an anti-inflammatory Chef who lives the KLEAN lifestyle!

Style Director THERESA DEMARIA

Style Editor LAUREN DEMARIA

Contributing Editors ALLISON DUNCAN

WENDY FRANZEN

DUSTIN O’REGAN SHERRY THOMAS MEGAN WEISBERG

It's never been easier to feed your entire family!

Contributing Writers MICHAEL CURCIO

TRICIA DESPRES MITCH HURST

JANIS MVK Production Manager /

Graphic Designer LINDA LEWIS

Advertising Coordinator /

Graphic Designer AMANDA ALVARADO Graphic Designer AMEEN QUTTEINEH

Contributing Photographers JAMES GUSTIN ROBIN SUBAR HEATHER TALBERT Assistant to the Publisher

MINDY KOVCO

JENNIFER STURGEON

Advertising Sales

Illustrator ROBERT RISKO

HOW TO REACH

Hinsdale Living Magazine

100% GLUTEN FREE - DAIRY FREE - NON GMO Choose from Breakfast, Snacks, Soups, Salads and 10-15 different Entrees each week, which include plant based meals.

Advertising inquiries: INFO@JWCMEDIA.COM 630-200-9027

General inquiries: 847-926-0911

Editorial inquiries: 847-651-8558

ORDER ONLINE

Editorial email: KEMMIE@JWCMEDIA.COM On the web: HINSDALELIVINGMAG.COM

Mailing Address: 445 SHERIDAN ROAD, PENTHOUSE HIGHWOOD, ILLINOIS 60040

chefbeauskleankitchen.com Hinsdale Living is published monthly by

Visit our retail location

26 W. Calendar Ave, LaGrange

708.354.4844

Hinsdale Living accepts freelance contributions; however, there is no guarantee that unsolicited manuscripts, photographs, or graphics will be returned. All rights to the contents of this magazine are owned in full by JWC Media. Hinsdale Living may not be reproduced in whole or in part, including but not limited to advertisements and articles, without written permission from the publisher. Hinsdale Living assumes no responsibility for statements made or opinions expressed by contributing writers, editors, or advertisers. However, comments or corrections or differing opinions are welcomed. The publisher reserves the right to edit and place all editorials and ads. © 2021 JWC Media

H I N S D A L E L I V I N G 42

HL_0321_Main_SoftProof.indd 42

2/16/21 11:26 AM

Soon...Dare to Dinner Party Again 5615 S Washington St

6 BED / 7.1 BATH

$1,799,000

134 N Lincoln St

6 BED / 4.2 BATH

$1,699,000

chris@chrispequet.com 630.327.5175 © 2021 Jameson Real Estate LLC. All rights reserved. Sotheby’s International Realty® and the Sotheby’s International Realty Logo are service marks licensed to Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates LLC and used with permission. Jameson Real Estate LLC fully supports the principles of the Fair Housing Act and the Equal Opportunity Act. Each franchise is independently owned and operated. Any services or products provided by independently owned and operated franchisees are not provided by, affiliated with or related to Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates LLC nor any of its affiliated companies.

HL_0321_Master_Ads.indd 43

2/15/21 8:28 PM

HE A DER

March 2021

63 // WELCOME HOME

A guide to the Western Suburb’s most sought-after interior designers, architects, luxury home builders, and real estate professionals who embody luxury living.

82 // WORK, REINVENTED

Lauren Ashley Allan delves into modern home office trends for the new 9 to 5.

46 From The Editor 49 Talk Of The Town 50 The Buzz 52 Country Vs. Town 56 Style

58 Beauty 60 Giving Back 88 Home Décor 92 Cocktail 96 In The Garden 110 Parting Words

100 Living + Giving ON THE COVER Lauren Ashley Allan wearing J.Crew top and vintage skirt in her studio with artwork by Lana Gomez (lanagomez.com) in background.

H I N S D A L E L I V I N G 44

HL_0321_Main_SoftProof.indd 44

2/16/21 11:27 AM

BECOME A

RED ED TO TOYOUR YOUR

Visionary

aste

LLL BEDS BEDS PANTRY PANTRY CRAFT CRAFT ROOM ROOM LAUNDRY LAUNDRY • MUD MUD ROOM ROOM •WINE WINE ROOM ROOM ALL • PANTRY • PANTRY •• CRAFT •• CRAFT ROOM ROOM •• LAUNDRY •• LAUNDRY •• MUD •MUD ROOM ROOM • •WINE •WINE ROOM ROOM

the the art art ofofof organization organization the the art art of organization organization

Call 630-360-3140, visit us online at closetfactory.com or scan this code to schedule your free in-home or virtual design consultation.

©2021 Closet Factory. All rights reserved.

HL_0321_Master_Ads.indd 45

2/15/21 8:28 PM

EDITOR’S NOTE My daughter Kassie’s first birthday. Photo by Little Safari Photography

W

elcome to our March issue.

After nearly a year of adjustments to life during a pandemic, our homes have become more of a safe haven than ever. This month, that safe space is our focus. Our Home + Design issue features the best of the best in Western Suburbs professionals who buy, sell, and transform the spaces we live in.

Hinsdale native Lauren Ashley Allan is on our cover this month. Lauren has made a name in the interior design world, from her time with Kelly Wearstler and Nate Berkus to forging her own company in the Western Suburbs. It’s no secret that many people have moved their workspace into their own living spaces. In Work, Reinvented she shares her advice on creating a modern home office—something she’s put in place in her own Hinsdale home.

As you brainstorm your perfect office redesign, be sure to meet some of the area’s most sought-after home and design experts in our featured entitled Welcome Home. We spotlight 14 prestigious authorities on everything from interior design, architecture, remodeling, and luxury home building to flooring, roofing, painting, landscape architecture, and real estate transactions. Consider this your Luxe Living guide to the professionals who will help you start those spring refresh

projects or find a new home that meets your needs.

Jacklyn McNamara, Lake Bluff native who made Hinsdale home four years ago, shares some of her favorites around the village she and her family have fallen in love with, in Country Vs. Town. Our Style section this month highlights fashion inspired by home décor. And, speaking of home décor, Allison Duncan shares spring preview of stunning pieces to refresh your home.

Michael Curcio, founder and co-owner of Bo+Ivy Distillers, has an absolutely delicious cocktail for us this month—The Daiquiri and Wendy Franzen offers her advice on creating perfect spring blooms in In the Garden. Our Publisher Profiles feature all things luxury. From a look inside the iconic Tribune Tower on Chicago’s Magnificent Mile, to first class transportation service, Lux Tux Transportation, that provides Western Suburban residents the car service they deserve.

Finally, what would March be without a nod to St. Patrick’s Day, in Parting Words, Mitch Hurst chats with one of the most respected Irish dance choreographers in the world—Mark Howard. This month our family will not only be celebrating the Irish holiday, but my daughter’s third birthday!

Creating our Luxe Living issue has been a truly creative journey for me, and I am so pleased to have had the opportunity to work with the talented professionals who grace these pages. I hope you’ll enjoy our March issue as much as I do. Sláinte!

Kemmie Ryan kemmie@jwcmedia.com

82

WORK, REINVENTED

88

HOME DÉCOR

96 IN THE GARDEN HL_0321_Main_SoftProof.indd 46

H I N S D A L E L I V I N G 46

2/15/21 8:46 PM

Your home is your castle, and we’re here to guide you to yours.

118 E 3rd Street, Hinsdale - Private Market

$3,199,000 | 6 BR | 6.5 BA

Represented by Linda Feinstein lindafeinsteinhome@gmail.com 630.319.0352

102 Ambriance Drive, Burr Ridge

$1,139,000 | 5 BR | 5.2 BA

Represented by Casselyn Tertell + Mallory Slesser info@CasselynGroup.com 630.988.8859

Contact us for showings! signaturehomes.properties

Linda Feinstein is a Real Estate broker affiliated with Compass. Compass is a licensed Real Estate broker with a principal office in Chicago, IL and abides applicable Equal Housing Opportunity laws. All material presented herein is intended for informational purposes only, is compiled from sources deemed reliable subject to errors, omissions, and changes without notice. All measurements and square footages are approximate. This is not intended to solicit property already Nothing herein shall be construed as legal, accounting or other professional advice outside the realm of Real Estate brokerage. 22 N. Lincon Ave, Hinsdale, IL

HL_0321_Master_Ads.indd 47

by all but is listed.

60521.

2/15/21 8:29 PM

Image © Tony Soluri

S PA C E T H AT I S U N I Q U E LY Y O U

WWW.M A R I A N I L A N D S C A P E . COM

630-771-0074

HL_0321_Master_Ads.indd 48

2/15/21 8:29 PM

Talk of theTown Hinsdale Living’s guide to the area’s people, places, and things that you must know about Clef Hydrating Cleansing Gel, clefskincare.com

H I N S D A L E L I V I N G 49

HL_0321_Main_SoftProof.indd 49

2/15/21 8:47 PM

THE BUZZ MIRANDA FRYE’s delicate pieces have been a staple for influencers throughout the U.S. The chic jewelry line features pieces made of 14K and 18K gold-filled, gold-plated, sterling silver, and genuine rhodium which perfectly accent any outfit, whether you’re on a Zoom call at home or heading out for dinner in town. Available at Lepa Boutique in downtown Hinsdale and mirandafrye.com.

AMARANTH VASES make it effortless to trim stems and add fresh water with a simple twist, drain, and snip. These innovative vases allow you to conveniently remove the bottom of the vase making it easy to trim stems and get rid of the old water. With several colors to choose from, the decorative design is also made of a proprietary blend of marble powder that gives the vases a premium feel and they won’t break or shatter if dropped. amaranthvase.com Design inspired with interior design and social media powerhouses Syd and Shea McGee of Studio McGee. In their new business memoir MAKE LIFE BEAUTIFUL, this couple delves into their journey from a spare bedroom side project in 2014 to becoming one of the fastest growing and in-demand interior design firms in the country. Along with a multiyear partnership with Target, the McGees announced their upcoming Netflixproduced reality series Dream Home Makeover, slated for release this fall.

Head into spring inspired.

Available on amazon.com.

Exquisite packaging and home fragrance combine for this highly unique and giftable oil diffuser from AGRARIA. Handmade sola flowers absorb fragrant essential oils, creating a diffuser that smells as luxurious as it looks. As the perfumed essential oils are absorbed through the cotton wick, the petals will change to the color of the oil and the bouquet will stay fragrant up to one year. Created by skilled artisans, each AirEssence diffuser is made with only natural materials and is environmentally friendly. AirEssence Diffusers are available at Linly Designs in Clarendon Hills or at linlydesigns.com.

H I N S D A L E L I V I N G 50

HL_0321_Main_SoftProof.indd 50

2/15/21 8:47 PM

If you’re looking to buy or sell this year why not use the: 37%

increase in business in 2020

$67 Million+ In sales

58 Homes

39 sold | 19 buy side

$41 Million+ Sold in Hinsdale

Over $15M+

Under contract and closed already in 2021 01/01/20-12/31/20: All MRED Transactions

Kris Berger 630.975.0088 kris.berger@compass.com

Looking to relocate? Reach out today to learn about my Private Client Network within Compass!

Kris Berger is a Real Estate agent affiliated with Compass. Compass is a licensed Real Estate broker with a principal office in Chicago, IL and abides by all applicable Equal Housing Opportunity laws. All material presented herein is intended for informational purposes only, is compiled from sources deemed reliable but is subject to errors, omissions, and changes without notice. All measurements and square footages are approximate. This is not intended to solicit property already listed. Nothing herein shall be construed as legal, accounting or other professional advice outside the realm of Real Estate brokerage. 1 Grant Square, Hinsdale, IL 60521.

HL_0321_Master_Ads.indd 51

2/15/21 8:30 PM

COUNTRY VS. TOWN

Wardrobe by Veronica Beard, available at Neiman Marcus Oakbrook

H I N S D A L E L I V I N G 52

HL_0321_Main_SoftProof.indd 52

2/16/21 2:15 PM

COUNTRY VS. TOWN JACLYN MCNAMARA may have grown up in Lake Bluff, but she has certainly

made Hinsdale her home. After spending many years in the city, she moved to the Madison school district four years ago with her husband Jeff (a Hinsdale Central alum), and their two children—Evan (3) and Harper (6 months). “My husband wanted to return to the Western Suburbs, while I wanted to head back to the North Shore. But in the end, Hinsdale won us over and we adore this incredible town,” she shares. After pursuing a degree in apparel merchandising at Indiana University and an MBA at DePaul University, McNamara navigated her way through marketing, design, and operations roles at menswear brand Mark Shale and European men’s footwear brand Austen Heller to her current Director of Marketing position for Revolution Dancewear. When the eCommerce guru isn’t managing her small family or leading marketing efforts at work, she enjoys golfing in Lake Geneva, entertaining, working out, and volunteering at her son’s preschool. In 2021, McNamara is excited to co-chair the Hinsdale Junior Woman’s Club’s underwriting team for its annual benefit. “We have over $1.2 million in grant requests and these charities need our help now more than ever,” she says.

She shares some of her favorites in the country and on the town with us this month: EDITED BY KEMMIE RYAN / PHOTOGRAPHY BY ROBIN SUBAR / STYLING BY THERESA DEMARIA HAIR & MAKEUP BY LEANNA EARNEST Mantra? Treat others how you would like to be treated. Best grooming tip? Shampoo twice before conditioning. Guilty pleasure? Bravo Real Housewives and McDonald’s fries—it’s nearly impossible to turn them down.

Sweet Mandy B’s Favorite foods? Dessert from Magnolia’s Bakery or Sweet Mandy B’s. Music you love?

Everything—from classic rock to country to pop. I have to admit my favorite band is still Dave Matthews Band. Best advice ever given to you? My first boss always told me ‘Not all trends are good trends.’ I think this makes sense for not only fashion, but also for all aspects of life. Best advice you’ve given? Never ask anyone to do something you are not willing to do. Earliest memory? Sleeping

over at my grandparent’s house and making blueberry pancakes.

When you wake up, you? Grab a sweatshirt, head downstairs, and give my daughter Harper a bottle and cuddles on the couch before starting my workday. Before bed, you? Curl up next to my husband, tell him I love him, and zone out to whatever show is playing in the background.

What’s on your bookshelf? I just started The Golden Hour, but my favorite books over the last year were either Daisy Jones & the Six or Where the Crawdads Sing. You can’t live without? My amazing family … and my down comforter, pillows, and Slip sleep mask. Love to escape to? The spa. It is the perfect way to relax and disconnect. Advice you would give to your younger self? Be present and enjoy the moment.

WHEN IN THE COUNTRY WHEN IN TOWN Your style is? I love nothing more than a pair of boyfriend jeans and a French tucked white vintage tee. Easily dress it up or down with the right accessories, shoes, or even a blazer. Can’t leave the house without? My Oliver Peoples Sunglasses. Transportation?

BMW 3 Series. Driving music? 101.9 Eric in the Morning on my way to work, and US 99.5 for everything else. Place to eat? Page’s for breakfast. For dinner we love to switch it up and try new places around the area. Next on our list is Walkers in Clarendon Hills.

Shop? We seriously have some of the best boutiques ever! I love Marcus, Vintage Charm, and for my littles—My Sister Kate. Best thing about country? Nothing is better than walking the dog or playing with the kids outside and bumping into a friendly face and having an impromptu playdate. Worst thing about country? Missing our friends and family that do not live in the area. The perfect day is? After a morning Pilates session, we walk to town to get smoothies at The Fruit Store and croissants at Toni’s. On the walk home, the kids meet their cousins, Caroline, Connor, and Carson, at the park, and we end the night with dinner and drinks.

Your style is? I love combining menswear-inspired looks with a feminine twist. A cute top with a great tailored short or a blazer and leather cigarette pants. Can’t leave the house without? Sadly, a mask. But before COVID, my absolute favorite Trish McEvoy berry lip gloss. Transportation? I prefer to walk.

Soundtrack? Pandora—skip the commercials and put it on shuffle.

Place to eat? Cabra, Roister, or Aba for a fun night out, or Bonci Pizzeria for a quick bite. Shop? I love the little neighborhood shops from Lakeview to Bucktown. Best thing about town? The energy is great and there is always something new and fun to check out.

Worst thing about town? The traffic and parking—it’s the worst of all time! The perfect day is? Give the kids a kiss goodbye and thank our parents for babysitting, then brunch followed by a trip to the Art Institute to check out their latest exhibit or a Cubs game, ending the day with happy hour and a date night on the town.

H I N S D A L E L I V I N G 53

HL_0321_Main_SoftProof.indd 53

2/15/21 8:48 PM

HL_0321_Master_Ads.indd 54

2/15/21 8:30 PM

Made Exclusively in Italy Since 1968

The Burdi Backpack leaves no detail unnoticed. This ultra light bag is handmade in Italy by highly skilled artisans with the same leather used in Porsche’s luxury interiors. The unhardened carbon fiber exterior is ruggedly durable yet sophisticated for any lifestyle, while the hand crafted carbon fiber buckles will keep everything in place.

These backpacks can be totally customized.

4 W Hinsdale Ave · 630 468 2126 · www.burdiclothing.com Hours of operation: Tuesday - Friday 11 AM - 7 PM / Saturday 11AM -5PM

HL_0321_Master_Ads.indd 55

2/15/21 8:30 PM

STYLE

HOME STYLE Inspired by your happy place.

01

EDITED BY LAUREN DEMARIA

02

06

05 03

04

01 A.L.C. Demi long pleated skirt, Neiman Marcus, neimanmarcus.com 02 Matin table lamp, Nannie Inez, nannieinez.com 03 John-Richard Collection Alabaster hand carved Sculpture II, Neiman Marcus, neimanmarcus.com 04 Two-tone 3/4-sleeve taffeta shirtdress gown by Teri Jon, Neiman Marcus, neimanmarcus.com 05 Agave Yellow + Orange rug, Beni, benirugs.com 06 The Leya bead flat, Stuart Weitzman, stuartweitzman.com

H I N S D A L E L I V I N G 56

HL_0321_Main_SoftProof.indd 56

2/15/21 8:48 PM

THE JULIE SUTTON GROUP Your Neighbors & Local Real Estate Experts

$50M SO L D I N 2020

Top 5 T EA M I N H INS DA L E A R E A

78% GROW T H YE AR OVER YEA R

8 FUL L-T I M E B ROK E RS TO S ERVE YOU

F RO M LE F T TO RI GHT

Lauren Gehlmann • Sarah Vossoughi • Erin Cavanah • Lisa Read Julie Sutton • Will Sutton • Nicole Pearl • Laura Glosniak • Alicia Brooks

Julie Sutton Principal The Julie Sutton Group — 312.909.9561 julie.sutton@compass.com thejuliesuttongroup.com The Julie Sutton Group is a team of Real Estate agents affiliated with Compass. Compass is a licensed Real Estate broker and abides by federal, state and local Equal Housing Opportunity laws. Based on MLS InfoSparks Statistics 1/1/2020-1/1/2021. 1 Grant Square, Hinsdale, IL 60521

HL_0321_Master_Ads.indd 57

2/15/21 8:30 PM

BE AUTY

HOMEBODY Soothing skin care at home EDITED BY KEMMIE RYAN

02

01

03

05 06 04

12

07

08

17

11

09

14

10

16

13 01 re.skin re.form serum and re.vive supplement, re-skin.com 02 Mother Dirt Active Probiotic Acne Treatment Kit, motherdirt.com 03 Eczema Honey Ultimate Skin Soothing Kit, eczemahoneyco.com 04 Sand & Sky Tasmanian Spring Water Hydration Boost Cream, sandandsky. com 05 Gucci The Alchemist’s Garden Hand Cream Set, Saks Fifth Avenue Chicago, 312-944-6500 06 Bobbi Brown vitamin enriched face base, bobbibrowncosmetics.com 07 FOREO UFO 2 Sonic Powered mask, foreo.com 08 Oars + Alps Wake Up Face Serum, oarsandalps. com 09 Dr. Barbara Sturm Night Serum, drsturm.com 10 Goodhabit Rescue Me Glow Potion Oil Serum, goodhabitskin.com 11 Arch Glow botanical body oil, archglow.com 12 Prima The Afterglow, prima.co 13 Nécessaire The Hand Cream, necessaire.com 14 Crystal Moon Goddess body serum, crystalhills.com 15 Ziri Moroccan Black Soap with Lemon, ziriskincare.com 16 Theraderm Anti-Aging Lip Complex, thermaderm. net 17 Clef hydrating cleansing gel, clefskincare.com

15

H I N S D A L E L I V I N G 58

HL_0321_Main_SoftProof.indd 58

2/15/21 8:49 PM

Spring Into Your Best Body!

We are the Body Contouring Specialist!

R

TM

(Reduce Fat)

burke-renee-md-QB-so16.indd 1

(Build Muscle)

8/1/16 10:30 AM

Contours of Hinsdale

• Experts in Non-Surgical Fat Reduction •

After

Before

Before

After 2 CoolSculpting Sessions

Before

After 2 CoolSculpting Sessions

*Actual Contours of Hinsdale Patients

111 W. Chicago Ave., Suite #200 Hinsdale, IL 60521 | 630-207-7055 www.contoursofhinsdale.com

HL_0321_Master_Ads.indd 59

courtney@courtneycaseyinteriors.com www.courtneycaseyinteriors.com courtneycaseyinteriors

2/15/21 8:31 PM

GIVING BACK

Ann Hickey with Lisa and Dr. John Rinehart

THE HEART OF A.R.T. Rinehart Fertility Center is Hinsdale’s heart for Assisted Reproductive Technology.

WORDS BY JANIS MVK / PHOTOGRAPHY BY ROBIN SUBAR HAIR, MAKEUP & STYLING BY THERESA DEMARIA

H

insdale Center for Reproduction has been a main artery of Hinsdale’s heart for over 25 years.

Since 1991, the clinic on Elm Street, led by Dr. Michael Hickey, owner and physician, alongside his wife, practicing nurse, Ann Hickey, helped couples become parents, building families, throughout the Chicago area. However, with Dr. Hickey’s sudden passing, Burr Ridge husband-and-wife team, Dr. John and Lisa Rinehart, took over the clinic in June 2020 and renamed the establishment to Rinehart Fertility Center (RFC), all while continuing Dr. Hickey’s mission.

Dr. Rinehart knew the late Dr. Hickey and Ann as good people and colleagues. “The news was startling and quite sad during a difficult time for the entire country,” says Dr. Rinehart.

Both doctors had worked together in the past, and Lisa—a nurse and an attorney—is a well-known practice manager and facilitator in

H I N S D A L E L I V I N G 60

HL_0321_Main_SoftProof.indd 60

2/15/21 8:49 PM

GIVING BACK the fertility industry. Living and working in neighboring communities, it only seemed natural the two families would cross paths again.

“The Hickey family initially reached out for our help with patients as they struggled with their loss and we all quickly came to the point where it just felt right for John and I to take over the practice,” says Lisa Rinehart, Chief Executive Officer for Rinehart Fertility Center.

For former and new patients, it’s been comforting to have another husband-and-wife team at the helm and continue the one-on-one care with Assisted Reproductive Technology (A.R.T.).

“We like to say that our current approach is ‘Where A.R.T. meets Heart—Their Legacy, Our Mission,’” Dr. Rinehart explains.

During this sensitive transition to RFC, the Rineharts wanted to ensure patients would not experience any change in their care.

“As always, whether with my patients or Michael’s, the goal is continuity of care,” says Dr. Rinehart.

“Change is difficult for all of us, as is infertility. Our goal is to streamline that process as much as possible.”

Through this change, RFC maintained close contact between patients, staff, and the physician which was a hallmark of the Hinsdale Center for Reproduction. Together, with Ann Hickey sharing her nursing expertise, and Victoria Jones remaining as day-to-day practice manager, the Rineharts brought together a new team to collaborate on each patient’s needs.

“John has always believed that the physician must have a central role in patient care, and he is thrilled to be able to provide that type of care at the Rinehart Fertility Center,” says Lisa Rinehart.

“Infertility is a very emotionally charged problem. We help couples resolve their infertility issues in their own way, having at their disposal the latest technolo-LISA RINEHART gies.”

RFC is equipped with the latest cutting-edge technologies and data applications to help increase the chances of success for infertility. Though it’s a sincere hope that each patient will be able to have the child they so desperately want, RFC knows this will not happen for every patient.

“For those who must choose an alternative, we will be there to assist them in their journey,” Dr. Rinehart explains. “This is the heart of A.R.T.” The team at RFC includes experienced staff including lab director and lead embryologist, Carli Chapman, who is a world-renowned expert in her field leading a team of laboratory professionals. The nursing staff, including Ann Hickey, is handpicked, each with over 20 years of experience reflecting the clinic’s excellence and expertise.

Clinical and administrative staff are equally experienced and in-

“Family is everything to us, whether in our vocation or our personal lives.”

A family helped by Dr. Hickey and Rinehart Fertility Center

vested in helping patients navigate their treatment.

“So much of the success of A.R.T. happens in the lab and our lab is run by the best,” says Dr. Rinehart. “We are fortunate to have such a cohesive and caring team, from the front desk to the nurses to the lab. It is by far and away the best team I have ever worked with.”

Dr. Rinehart has been in practice since 1986, primarily with Evanston Hospital. He started one of the first private In Vitro Fertilization programs in the Chicago area and in 1987 opened a satellite program at Good Samaritan Hospital in Downers Grove. John and Lisa met there when she was hired to be his practice nurse and the couple has started and been involved with multiple fertility practices in Illinois. Lisa Rinehart has practiced transactional health law at two major law firms in Chicago specializing in healthcare. She’s also been actively involved with the American Society for Reproductive Medicine and the Academy of Adoption and Assisted Reproduction Attorneys. This developed and evolved her into becoming an expert in risk management which she specializes in within her consulting firm. This has carried over to an office-based practice with the couple working side-by-side to offer patients a personalized and professional type of care with a strong base of sound, scientific principles and practices in a caring, safe environment.

“Family is everything to us, whether in our vocation or our personal lives,” mentions Lisa Rinehart, who calls Burr Ridge home.

“Our family lives in the area, our daughter graduated from Hinsdale South, we shop at Brookhaven and in downtown Hinsdale, and enjoy Eddie Merlot’s and Capri,” adds Lisa Rinehart. “In other words, we live in the area and cannot see anywhere else being home.”

Large family gatherings, christenings, confirmations, and birthdays are all part of the couple’s daily lives. Working in the community they live in is a truly rewarding experience for the Rineharts.

“What greater investment and contribution can a physician, nurse, or healthcare provider make than in the future generations?” says Dr. Rinehart. “Some family members and friends have experienced infertility problems and we have been fortunate to have been able to help them add to their families. To be steeped in our community is a natural part of our lives and perhaps the part for which we are most grateful. It is always comforting to be able to work in familiar surroundings, see patients and colleagues, and staff when we are out and about and know that in our small way, perhaps we helped the community grow.”

Rinehart Fertility Center is located at 121 N. Elm Street in Hinsdale, 630-366-5100, rinehartfertility.com.

H I N S D A L E L I V I N G 61

HL_0321_Main_SoftProof.indd 61

2/15/21 8:49 PM

MORGAN L. STOGSDILL

DIVORCE AND FAMILY LAW PARTNER

CONCIERGE DIVORCE DIVORCE DONE DIFFERENTLY

ONE OF CHICAGO’S MOST INFLUENTIAL WOMEN LAWYERS, PER CRAIN’S QUOTED IN THE NEW YORK TIMES ONE OF FORTY ILLINOIS ATTORNEYS UNDER FORTY TO WATCH

WWW.BEERMANNLAW.COM

312-621-1256 | mlstogsdill@beermannlaw.com HL_0321_Master_Ads.indd 62

2/15/21 8:31 PM

LUX E LIVING

WELCOME HOME H insdale area homes have it all—stunning architecture, world-class interiors, and sumptuous landscapes. But behind every swoon-worthy design piece or aweinspiring makeover is a crew of professionals who buy, sell, and transform the spaces where we live. On the following pages, Hinsdale Living is proud to feature some of the area’s most sought-after interior designers, architects, flooring, painting, and roofing experts, luxury home builders, and real estate professionals who embody luxury living in the Western Suburbs.

PRODUCED BY KEMMIE RYAN EDITED BY SHERRY THOMAS PHOTOGRAPHY BY JAMES GUSTIN/FIG MEDIA AND HEATHER TALBERT STYLING, HAIR & MAKEUP BY THERESA DEMARIA

H I N S D A L E L I V I N G 63

HL_0321_Main_SoftProof.indd 63

2/16/21 11:32 AM

LUX E LIVING

ABOVE: New 7,500-square-foot adaptive reuse modern custom farmhouse, breaking ground in 2021.

OPPOSITE PAGE: Recently completed 10,000-square-foot custom home in Winnetka, designed and built by Michael Bennett Signature Projects, featuring an open kitchen and workstation concept.

AIROOM ARCHITECTS, BUILDERS, AND REMODELERS

CEO Michael B. Klein

Michael B. Klein’s father Burton Klein started Airoom in 1958 so he is proud to say he grew up in the business. From drafting plans, building furniture, working construction sites during high school and college, and his undergraduate degree from the Kelley School of Business at Indiana University, to 30 years of ongoing courses and continuing education in design, architecture, and construction techniques, he has spent most of his life helping to grow the company into the industry leader it is today. In 2019, Michael launched Michael Bennett Signature Projects. This boutique division of Airoom, led by Michael, only takes on the most forward thinking and technologically advanced design/build challenges, including breaking ground in 2021 on a new adaptive reuse 7,500-square-foot custom modern farmhouse.

H I N S D A L E L I V I N G 64

HL_0321_Main_SoftProof.indd 64

2/15/21 8:50 PM

LUX E LIVING

one thing … and to remain timeless, using just enough to complete the look. Mies van der Rohe had it right when he said, “Less is More.”

Trends on the horizon? The outdoors and the indoors must now flow as one space. Heavy building materials are out.

Best advice ever given to you? From my father Burton Klein: “The best job you built is the one you didn’t build,” meaning to know what fits your expertise and stay away from things that don’t.

Best advice you’ve ever given? Block out the noise and be obsessive about what you want to achieve.

Where do you draw your inspiration from? My mistakes.

Why do you love what you do? I’ve been building furniture and working on job sites since I was a kid. It’s what I’m good at and have always been drawn to.

What sets you apart from the competition? Our experience!

Airoom is 63 years old with more than 20,000 completed projects across the country. Over the years we have strived to perfect proprietary systems to design and complete sophisticated projects on time, on budget, and on schedule.

Best thing about 2020? It’s over!

Past trends you would like to see return? Most trends end up being dated really quickly. An Airoom project strives to never be only

Favorite Mantra? “Cut once, too short; cut twice and still too short.”

Most looking forward to in 2021? A new Michael Bennett Signature Project on a private lane located in the North Shore area.

This is an exciting undertaking for me and my team. We’ll use an adaptive reuse concept, essentially recycling much of the existing structure and timber from the previous home. The entire concept saves time, money, and resources on demolition and has become a crucial component to urban regeneration and reducing our carbon footprint.

Airoom is located at 6825 N. Lincoln Avenue. For more information on Airoom or their new adaptive reuse project, call 847-325-5447 or visit airoom.com/white-oak.

H I N S D A L E L I V I N G 65

HL_0321_Main_SoftProof.indd 65

2/15/21 8:50 PM

LUX E LIVING

CEDAR ROOFING COMPANY A family-owned and operated business, Cedar Roofing Company LLC (CRC) has been proudly serving Illinois and Wisconsin communities since 1982. As the company has grown, so has its reputation as a leader in quality workmanship. According to Sales Manager Keith MacNaught and Project Estimator Brock Hopma, most of their employees have been with the company for more than 30 years.

Why you love what you do? There is nothing more rewarding than helping a customer take care of their biggest investment—their home.

What sets you apart from your competition? At the end of the day, CRC doesn’t just sell roofs. We work hard on building long-lasting, trusting relationships with our customers so that they can feel confident with our services and recommendations.

Best thing about 2020 was? We had to come up with some creative ways to do no-contact inspections. We started using drones to photograph homeowners’ roofs.

The aerial photography has been an invaluable resource we use to help guide and educate our customers.

Trends on the horizon? Synthetic roofing materials are a relatively new development. They are made from recycled

plastic or rubber and are lightweight, mold-, pest-, impact- and fire-resistant and are virtually maintenancefree. Our installers are trained and proficient with new installation procedures and processes that are required with synthetic roofing projects.

Best advice you’ve given? Invest in the best cedar you can afford. You can extend the life of your roof 10 to 15 years, saving you money in the long run.

CRC is located at 27820 N. Irma Lee Circle in Lake Forest.

For more information, call 847-247-4400 or visit cedarroofingcompany.com.

H I N S D A L E L I V I N G 66

HL_0321_Main_SoftProof.indd 66

2/15/21 8:50 PM

LUX E LIVING

LARYSA DOMINO Recognized as the No. 1 Individual agent in Hinsdale (by volume) for two consecutive years, Domino is known for her background in corporate finance and a rollup-your-sleeves attitude. A Northwestern University alumna with a BA in Economics, CPA, and an MBA from Northwestern’s Kellogg School of Management, Domino’s core business principle as a Broker with @properties Hinsdale is that a comprehensive market analysis creates competitive advantages for all.

2020 was a success due to? My business plan and adaptation to trends. I shifted my marketing to focus on the virtual experience with an investment in virtual online 3D floor plans that allowed buyers to “walk” through a home on their computer. I also increased digital marketing and provided virtual FaceTime showing appointments.

Highlight of your 2020 volume? I retained the No. 1 Individual Agent by volume in Hinsdale distinction for the second year in a row, successfully completing $33 million in sales.

What sets you apart from your competition? I treat every transaction as if it was my own investment. I work tirelessly for my clients, and use the tagline “let me have the sleepless nights, so you don’t have to.”

Best advice you’ve given? It’s often difficult to remove the emotion from the negotiation—it’s your home—but it’s so important to know your target price and treat the negotiation like a business transaction.

Most looking forward to in 2021? @properties continues to impress with their investment in innovative marketing and technology. I’m excited to show my clients these advancements in 2021!

Larysa Domino is with the Hinsdale office of @properties. For more information, call 630-561-8331 or visit atproperties.com/agents/larysadomino.

H I N S D A L E L I V I N G 67

HL_0321_Main_SoftProof.indd 67

2/16/21 2:12 PM

LUX E LIVING

Joe Chiavaroli (right) is pictured in Core Remodel’s newly opened showroom in Hinsdale with showroom manager Christine Carney.

CORE REMODEL LLC With showrooms in Chicago’s West Loop and Hinsdale, Core Remodel is a locally owned, full-service, remodeling and restoration company that serves the Chicago area—from the North Shore to the Western Suburbs. Owner Joe Chiavaroli is thrilled to open the doors to Core Remodel’s new showroom which will serve as a one-stop-shop for all things home and feature top brands such as Kohler, Lightology, Kentwood, MSI, Virginia Tile, Daltile, and more.

What does your company pride itself on? Being prompt in our communication with clients, fully transparent, and making the process enjoyable.

What sets you apart from your competition? Most importantly, work ethic. We work harder and smarter for our client.

Trends on the horizon? Grandmillenial style is our favorite.

We seem to be using plaster and roman clay textures more and more.

Best advice ever given to you? One of my first managers right out of college told me “say what you mean and mean what you say,” and I know it made me a better person and employee, I always strive to abide by this advice.

Most looking forward to in 2021? Seeing the hard work of my team at Core Remodel, and all my subcontractors, come to fruition with the opening of our showroom in Hinsdale, but most importantly, I can’t wait to meet my baby daughter in the spring.

Core Remodel’s Western Suburban showroom is located at 47 S. Washington Street, Second Floor, in Hinsdale. For more information, visit call 312-841-9696 or visit coreremodel.com.

H I N S D A L E L I V I N G 68

HL_0321_Main_SoftProof.indd 68

2/15/21 8:51 PM

LUX E LIVING

MEGAN MCCLEARY The No. 1 Hinsdale real estate broker for Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago, Megan and her associates at McCleary Group are well connected. She is consistently ranked as one of the best in the real estate business in Hinsdale and Chicago’s Western Suburbs, and among the top 1 percent of brokers in the nation.

Why you love what you do? I have a passion for residential real estate. I love to help people with this critical transition in life.

What sets you apart from your competition?

Providing the perfect balance of personal touch and business savvy. I have a strong business background from years in advertising sales. My husband and business partner Tom McCleary is an incredible asset, with an MBA from the prestigious Wharton School of Business and nearly 30 years in the financial markets. We make a tremendous team. While I write and negotiate every contract, Tom and I are involved with our clients every step of the way and provide them with expertise, a high level of attention, and concierge level service.

Best advice you’ve given? Residential real estate is serious business and should be treated as such.

Homes are most people’s largest financial asset.

Megan McCleary is with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago’s Hinsdale office. For more information, call 312-848-9370 or visit mcclearygroup.com.

Megan McCleary is pictured in her listing at 732 W Hickory Street in Hinsdale

WARDROBE FROM SWEET WILLIAM

2020 was a success due to? I had to get creative and adapted quickly with strategies including using video, FaceTime showings, and live streaming open houses. With the trust of my clients, I also sold some homes sight unseen.

H I N S D A L E L I V I N G 69

HL_0321_Main_SoftProof.indd 69

2/16/21 2:13 PM

LUX E LIVING

DESITTER FLOORING INC. Since 1920, DeSitter Flooring Inc.—an award-winning, full-service residential and commercial flooring company—has been serving the Chicago area and Western Suburbs.

Design flooring specialist Karen Gaimari and the DeSitter team are always working to elevate the client experience, building on generations of relationships.

What makes you unique? Our longstanding reputation, friendly and dependable experts, core values, outstanding warranties, and Five-Star experience.

What does your company pride itself on? More than a century of history and the relationships we have built over generations. The La Grange store has been there since 1950. We also take pride in making our clients happy.

What sets you apart from your competition? With more than 4,000 installations per year, we have buying power, reputation, and high-quality employees.

Best thing about 2020 was? The remodeling business was strong in 2020, so we saw a lot of growth. We also launched a new division called “Shop at Home”—creating the DeSitter Experience from the comfort of home.

Trends on the horizon? Hard surfaces are becoming more popular in bedrooms and in second floor living

spaces, creating the need for rugs to soften the space and create comfort. We can do custom-size carpet or rugs to fit any room.

Most looking forward to in 2021?

Growing our company, building our trade business, increasing our showroom performance, and seeing our Shop at Home eCommerce expand.

Best advice ever given to you? When bad things happen to good people, they become better people!

Favorite mantra? Success does not happen by accident.

DeSitter Flooring has showrooms at 444 Roosevelt Road in Glen Ellyn and 1 North Kensington Avenue in La Grange.

For more information, call 630-517-2697 (Glen Ellyn), 708-813-2933 (La Grange), or visit desitterflooring.com.

H I N S D A L E L I V I N G 70

HL_0321_Main_SoftProof.indd 70

2/16/21 2:13 PM

LUX E LIVING

DAWN MCKENNA Considered one of America’s most successful, creative, and sought-after luxury real estate agents, McKenna’s hard work and combination of a background in finance, design, and fashion ensure success. Her sophisticated marketing, branding, and social media presence has made her and her eponymous team, the Dawn McKenna Group (DMG), a leader in luxury real estate in Illinois and Florida. Since being named Coldwell Banker “Rookie of the Year” in 2003, McKenna has become the No. 1 Coldwell Banker agent in Hinsdale, Illinois, and the entire Midwest. With total career sales over $1.8 billion, she has been a member of the Coldwell Banker President’s Elite top 1 percent of agents for over a decade.

What sets you apart from your competition? Our competitive advantage is the “DMG Experience.” It’s our rare combination of expert agents, creative and stylish marketing, global reach, hard work, and customer-focused service.

Highlight of your 2020 volume? Surpassing $380 million in closed sales, which was more than a 50 percent increase. Our team worked hard despite difficult conditions, to the ultimate benefit of our clients. I also had eight of the top 10 sales in Hinsdale and enjoyed growing our team.

Best thing about 2020 was? Our team came together, took the necessary precautions, adopted the latest technology, and helped our clients get settled in a very unsettled time. We’re not nurses, doctors or first responders—the heroes of 2020, but I am very proud of the dedication, professionalism, and determination of the entire DMG family.

Favorite mantra? You gotta have both sizzle and steak.

For more information, call 630-686-4886 or visit dawnmckennagroup.com.

Dawn McKenna is pictured in her listing located at 119 N Grant Street in Hinsdale.

H I N S D A L E L I V I N G 71

HL_0321_Main_SoftProof.indd 71

2/15/21 8:52 PM

LUX E LIVING

JULIAN KITCHEN DESIGN INC. After graduating from Harrington Institute of Interior Design, Christine Julian started Julian Kitchen Design Inc. 24 years ago after working for deGiulio kitchen design and an architectural firm designing corporate interiors. Today, Julian Kitchen Design is an award-winning, Oak Brook-based design firm specializing in high end kitchens, baths, and built-in millwork.

Why you love what you do? I love not only making a home beautiful, but also improving its function and organization. Design is about creative problem-solving. These elements have a daily, positive impact on a family’s life.

going to use a manmade material, I’d rather use something unique like resin or concrete.

What sets you apart from your competition?

I am not a dealer for a cabinet company. I work with a local, custom millworker. Each project is personalized and built just for them—from finishes to every small detail.

Best advice you’ve given? Buy quality … you only cry once.

Best thing about 2020? People spent so much time in their homes that they realized it could— and should—work harder for them, and ideally give them visual and tactile pleasure.

Past trend you’d like to see return? I have always preferred natural stone over quartz counters.

Stone was never considered a trend, but if I’m

Trends on the horizon? Soft yet saturated color, warmer neutrals, and curves!

Favorite mantra? When contemplating an expensive purchase (which you can afford), if you love it and it will bring you joy, it’s worth it.

Most looking forward to in 2021? Our lives and businesses not only returning to normal, but thriving.

For more information about Julian Kitchen Design Inc., call 630-852-8800 or visit juliankitchendesign.com.

H I N S D A L E L I V I N G 72

HL_0321_Main_SoftProof.indd 72

2/16/21 2:14 PM

LUX E LIVING

BRIANA BRANDT MURRAY When Murray started her career in real estate, her desire was to be a “full service agent,” providing the best experience from start to finish. A Broker and Certified Staging Consultant at the @properties office in Hinsdale, Murray has a master’s degree in advertising and a marketing background that she now uses to help clients get top dollar. She lives in her hometown of Hinsdale with her husband and their three children, cultivating a personal knowledge of the community to create a unique experience for both buyers and sellers.

Why you love what you do? It’s a beautiful thing to be able to help people with one of life’s biggest moments.

Highlight of your 2020 volume? My business grew 250 percent, and it is all because of my amazing and supportive clients, family, and friends. We work together as a team. With an average of 14 days on market and a 96 percent list-to-sale price, I owe it all to the trust they put in me.

What sets you apart from your competition?

My clients tell me that what sets me apart from other agents is the fact that I listen to what they really want and need. It’s not about me; it’s about my clients.

What’s the first thing you tell your clients?

Trust your gut, your feelings, and me. I will navigate and take care of everything.

Best advice you’ve given? I tell my kids all the time that in a world where they can be anything, be kind!

Favorite mantra? Be yourself. Everyone else is already taken.

Briana Brandt Murray is with @properties’s Hinsdale office. For more information, call 630-2947453 or email briana@atproperties.com.

H I N S D A L E L I V I N G 73

HL_0321_Main_SoftProof.indd 73

2/15/21 8:53 PM

LUX E LIVING

LUX E LIVING

KING’S LANDSCAPE DESIGN Since 1959, King’s Landscape Design has led the industry by combining innovative design, quality construction, and detail-oriented maintenance to achieve the ultimate outdoor living experience. Owner Mark King grew up in the Hinsdale area and has three children, including one who now works for the company.

What sets you apart from your competition? Workmanship.

Most of our work is done in-house and we have incredibly high standards of craftsmanship. We have a great warranty, and all of our clients are given a dedicated company representative that sees the project from concept to completion.

Best thing about 2020 was? 2020 was a year for people to regroup with family. The functionality of their homes has changed. With many families spending more time at home, outdoor spaces have become integral to everyday life. We were extremely fortunate to be able to design and install outdoor living spaces for families to enjoy together. When a homeowner trusts you to create a space for their family, it is always a pleasure to deliver exactly what they envisioned.

Trends on the horizon? New architecture trends are translating to the outdoors as well with contemporary, modern clean lines, and gray tones. There is also a greater emphasis on year-round outdoor living. Fire features, heating elements, full outdoor kitchens (not just grill inserts), large comfortable furniture, and outdoor TVs are

a trend that’s here to stay.

Where do you draw inspiration from? Everywhere. You never stop looking for ideas. When you stop learning, you stop growing!

For more information, call 630-323-3757 or visit kingslandscaping.com.

H I N S D A L E L I V I N G 74

HL_0321_Main_SoftProof.indd 74

2/15/21 8:53 PM

LUX E LIVING

CHRIS PEQUET With more than 30 years of success in real estate, deep-rooted connections in the community, and a long list of satisfied clients, Pequet of Jameson Sotheby’s International Realty, provides an extraordinary depth of real estate experience ensuring her clients successfully achieve their personal real estate goals. Ranked as the top agent of the Hinsdale Office, Chris Pequet can make it happen with her hands-on personal approach.

Why you love what you do? It is very special to continually make new friends and maintain lasting relationships in our community.

Highlight of your 2020 volume? As I worked more efficiently, it allowed me to serve more clients—both buyers and sellers—to accomplish my best year in the business.

What sets you apart from your competition?

My business plan has never been about being the biggest or doing the most volume. I try to manage the number of clients I serve at one time and my clients know they will receive my personal attention and I have their back.

What’s the first thing you tell your clients?

Every client’s needs are different; however, I tell every client that I will work tirelessly to successfully reach their goal.

Best advice ever given to you? Your reputation is the most important element in business and life.

Best advice you’ve given? Don’t give up, because there is always another way to succeed.

Favorite mantra? Focus and get it done.

Chris Pequet is with Jameson Sotheby’s International Realty’s Hinsdale office. For more information, call 630-327-5175 or visit chrispequet.com.

H I N S D A L E L I V I N G 75

HL_0321_Main_SoftProof.indd 75

2/15/21 8:53 PM

LUX E LIVING

LUX E LIVING

LINA SHAH A native of London, England, Lina Shah is one of the Chicago area’s top producing real estate agents. As the recipient of numerous awards, Shah has an impressive track record of success, consistently ranking No. 1 in Oak Brook, in the top 1 percent in both the Western Suburbs and nationally, and named in Coldwell Banker’s International President’s Premier top 1 percent of agents worldwide. Shah symbolizes the new ranks of a modern real estate professional who provides significant knowledge about all aspects of real estate and unparalleled service to her clients. Shah’s diverse work background and life experience allows her to connect with various people of all ages, cultures, and backgrounds and truly understand their residential needs from all facets.

Highlight of your 2020 volume? Continuous hard work and persistence. Despite fracturing my ankle and being on crutches, I closed over $31 million in transactions.

What sets you apart from your competition? I listen to and understand my clients’ needs, I’m available at all times, have deep knowledge of the local market, innovative marketing skills, and a strong presence in the community. My global connections, diverse background, and vast network give me an advantage in assisting my clients.

What’s the first thing you tell your clients?

We are a team, working together to sell or buy a home. I will always look out for my clients’ best interests and give them my honest opinion and assist them with the whole process.

Most looking forward to in 2021? Continuing to establish relationships with my awesome clients. I’m grateful for the opportunites that allow me to follow my passion—my work.

Lina Shah is with Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage in Oak Brook. For more information, call 312-593-4818 or visit linashah.com.

Lina Shah is pictured in her listing located at 606 Midwest Club Parkway in Oak Brook.

H I N S D A L E L I V I N G 76

HL_0321_Main_SoftProof.indd 76

2/15/21 8:53 PM

LUX E LIVING

LUX E LIVING

THE DESIGN BAR Leslie Bowman, Design Director of The Design Bar in Burr Ridge, upended an established career in real estate development and transitioned from CFO to interior designer almost overnight. As the head of The Design Bar, an awardwinning 7,000-square-foot showroom and design firm catering to clients seeking to curate one-of-a-kind spaces, Bowman’s penchant for disrupting the design process runs much deeper than a desire to simply do things differently.

For her, the impetus for change has always been to make a difference in others’ lives through design.

What sets you apart from your competition?

I am able to process space differently because I look at it from not only from an aesthetic point of view, but also look at functionality and budget.

is one of my favorites as it is such a big part of Chicago’s architectural legacy. The glamorous aesthetic in my personal design style is attributed to this long-lost trend.

Best thing about 2020 was? It allowed me to pivot the business so that we can offer different services. It also allowed me to reconsider how the retail end of the business operates focusing on not only full customized design packages but by also offering mini décor packages for those who do not need a whole house design.

Trends on the horizon? I think that the essence of “home” has changed over the last year. People are spending a lot more time at home, and therefore, they want their space to be beautiful and functional.

Past trends you’d like to see return? Art Deco

The Design Bar is located in the Burr Ridge Village Center. For more information, call 630-734-0000 or visit thedesignbars.com.

H I N S D A L E L I V I N G 77

HL_0321_Main_SoftProof.indd 77

2/15/21 8:54 PM

LUX E LIVING

TIM’S PROFESSIONAL PAINTING For more than 35 years, Tim’s Professional Painting, has been painting the town with quality workmanship. Owner Tim Callarman credits their success to integrity, timeliness, commitment, and a willingness to go the extra mile to ensure that their clients are pleased with the final coat.

Photography by Heather Talbert

Why you love what you do? When a homeowner hires us to paint their home and loves the result, it validates that our long-time employees are very skilled craftsmen.

What sets you apart from your competition? Attention to detail, staying on top of current trends, and providing outstanding customer service.

Where do you draw inspiration from? A client’s home is a blank canvas that demands color to define it (Inside and out). Each hue has something to offer.

Favorite recent project? On April 11, 2018, a historic 1899 Colonial Revival known as the Orland P. Bassett House in Hinsdale experienced a massive roof fire. Although the fire was devastating to the 119-year-old home, the homeowners took the opportunity to completely rehabilitate and restore it to its original grandeur and elegance. The colors, wallpapers, and furnishings represent days gone by. The rooms, inspired by the days of elegant dinner parties and lavish ballroom dances, came to life as multiple trades worked for years to rebuild to exacting historical standards. We were honored to be a part of Dave Knecht Custom’s team to help restore this “American Beauty” inside and out. To work on a project that has the distinction of being a nationally registered historic home is inspiring. It gave our team a sense of pride and commitment to both the family and the community.

Tim’s Professional Painting Inc. is located in Westmont and completes projects throughout the Western Suburbs. For more information, call 630-789-3443 or visit timspropainting.com.

H I N S D A L E L I V I N G 78

HL_0321_Main_SoftProof.indd 78

2/15/21 8:54 PM

LUX E LIVING LITTLE BLACK BOOK

ARCHITECTURE

LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN

• Airoom Architects, Builders & Remodelers, 847-325-5447, airoom.com

• King’s Landscaping, 630-323-3757, kingslandscaping.com

FLOORING

PAINTING & WALLCOVERINGS

• DeSitter Flooring, 708-813-2933 (La Grange), 630517-2697 (Glen Ellyn), desitterflooring.com

• Tim’s Professional Painting, 630-789-3443, timspropainting.com

GENERAL CONTRACTING

REAL ESTATE

• Cedar Roofing Company, 847-247-4400, cedarroofingcompany.com

• Briana Brandt Murray, 630-294-7453, briana@atproperties.com

• Core Remodel, 312-841-9696, coreremodel.com

• Chris Pequet, 630-327-5175, chrispequet.com

HOME BUILDING

• Dawn McKenna, 630-686-4886, dawnmckennagroup.com

• Airoom Architects, Builders & Remodelers, 847-325-5447, airoom.com

• Larysa Domino, 630-561-8331, atproperties.com/agents/larysadomino

INTERIOR DESIGN • Airoom Architects, Builders & Remodelers, 847-325-5447, airoom.com

• Lina Shah, 312-593-4818, linashah.com • Megan McCleary, 312-848-9370, mcclearygroup.com

• Julian Kitchen Design Inc., 630-852-8800, juliankitchendesign.com

REMODELING

• Laura Ashley Allan, Instagram: @lauren.ashley.allan KITCHEN & BATH DESIGN

• Airoom Architects, Builders & Remodelers, 847-325-5447, airoom.com • Core Remodel, 312-841-9696, coreremodel.com

• Airoom Architects, Builders & Remodelers, 847-325-5447, airoom.com

• Julian Kitchen Design Inc., 630-852-8800, juliankitchendesign.com

• Core Remodel, 312-841-9696, coreremodel.com

ROOFING, SKYLIGHTS, & GUTTERS

• Julian Kitchen Design Inc., 630-852-8800, juliankitchendesign.com

• Cedar Roofing Company, 847-247-4400, cedarroofingcompany.com

• The Design Bar, 630-734-0000, thedesignbars.com

If you would like to be considered for our 2022 feature, please contact us at features@hinsdalelivingmag.com.

H I N S D A L E L I V I N G 79

HL_0321_Main_SoftProof.indd 79

2/16/21 2:00 PM

KEN SCHROEDER REALTOR (708) 250-2925 ®

d’aprile properties kschroeder@daprileproperties.com www.ken-schroeder.com I was born and raised in Chicago, so moving my growing family to the suburbs was not a decision I made lightly. Luckily, I found a permanent home in Hinsdale, one that offered the safety and serenity we craved, with just enough of the spirit and style of the city we were leaving behind.

From the exceptional architecture and award-winning school systems, to the warmth and enthusiasm of its residents, this community has provided us with so very much. I would love the opportunity to show you why Hinsdale is now the only place I could ever call home.

I’m your neighbor. I’m your REALTOR®. And I am here for you, every step of the way.

SPECIAL THANKS TO Stephanie Freels — 114 E. Walnut St. and DeAnda Photography

Hinsdale Office: 40 E. Hinsdale Ave. (630) 537-1952 daprileproperties.com

HL_0321_Master_Ads.indd 80

2/15/21 8:32 PM

100 Rebates

$

until MARCH 22, 2021 ON SELECT STYLES plus FREE MEASURE and STANDARD INSTALLATION ON HUNTER DOUGLAS PRODUCTS

*No maximum units. Minimum unit purchases as noted above. A qualifying purchase is defined as a purchase of any of the product models set forth above in the quantities shown. If a consumer purchases less than the specified quantity, they will not be entitled to a rebate. Includes the Alustra® Collection within these categories. HDOrigins™ and Nantucket™ Window Shadings, a collection of Silhouette Window Shadings, are excluded from the rebate offers. Rebates provided to consumers in the form of an American Express® Rewards Card. Products cannot be combined to meet minimum unit requirements. Information provided is a brief overview. Can not be combined with other offers, some restrictions may apply.

Visit our Newly Renovated Hinsdale Showroom!

Located at 6 Grant Square, Hinsdale, IL 60521

call ( 8 4 4 ) 5 2 5 - 7 6 0 9 or visit J C L I C H T . C O M FAMILY OWNED & OPERATED SERVICING THE CHICAGO LAND AREA FOR OVER 100 YEARS

HL_0321_Master_Ads.indd 81

TO SCHEDULE AN IN-HOME OR VIRTUAL CONSULTATION Connect with expert advice without leaving the comfort and safety of your own home over FaceTime or Google Duo.

2/15/21 8:32 PM

Lauren Ashley Allan hand sketching ideas for clients at her desk. Inspiration covers her walls floor to ceiling.

Lauren is wearing vintage J.Crew. Marble stone tabletop by local vendor Blue Pearl Stone.

H I N S D A L E L I V I N G 82

HL_0321_Main_SoftProof.indd 82

2/15/21 8:55 PM

WORK, REINVENTED

While some things about post-pandemic life are still uncertain, most agree that working from home is trending right now. With that in mind, we tapped Hinsdale interior designer Lauren Ashley Allan to share tips for our annual Home + Design issue about how she forged a workspace for her new business and what she advises clients when setting up home offices that work 9 to 5.

I

WORDS BY SHERRY THOMAS / PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF LAUREN ASHLEY ALLAN

nterior designer Lauren Ashley Allan has become so well-known in her native Hinsdale that she almost doesn’t need an introduction. When this tastemaker moved back here from L.A. five years ago with husband, Graham, and a baby on the way, she was one of Kelly Wearstler’s Senior Designers and then Creative Director for Nate Berkus— investing all her talents in the companies she worked with while forging her own reputation locally for a fearless design aesthetic that is as modern as it is timeless.

Between working downtown and raising baby Cleo, it was a go-go life for a few years. But something remarkable happened during the pandemic.

“I asked myself two questions. The first is, 10 years from now when I look back, what story do I want to tell?” says Lauren, who earned a BFA in Interior Design from Miami University and a Master of Architecture degree from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC).

“The second is, how am I giving back to the world?”

The result of this epiphany was Lauren giving her four-week notice at Suzanne Lovell Inc—a company that she loved and had been recruited back as Senior Design Director—saying goodbye to co-workers she had known for more than a decade and making a bold leap of faith in a time of uncertainty.

“It was not a light decision for me to start my own interior design firm and most everyone thought I was a little crazy to take the chance during a pandemic,” she explains. “But when I landed from that leap, there was a lot more waiting for me than I could have imagined.”

Architectural Digest made it official in the announce-

ment of her September opening. Word of mouth spread quickly, and it’s been non-stop ever since—all while being home with a busy husband, a growing toddler, and 13-month-old son, Van. “My family comes first. We have a team here at home that keeps the wheels turning and this really allows the magic to happen at work,” says Lauren, adding that her husband’s enduring support is what makes this juggling act possible, along with help from her mother, who retired to help take care of the children. “My business is growing so fast that my days are scheduled by 15-minute increments, but we make sure to do dinner/bath/bedtime together every night with the kids. That’s non-negotiable for me, and a silver lining in this pandemic.”

It’s one of many silver linings that Lauren and others are finding in these times—one that she and other business experts believe is here to stay. Because while working from home with a busy family isn’t always easy, it does bring with it the gift of time.

“Instead of commuting, I get that time back with my kids that I normally wouldn’t have, including moments like seeing my son take his first steps,” says Lauren, who is still fine-tuning her own home office. “Organization is really one of the most important things outside of family and the key to my success in making everything work.”

Anyone who has been working remotely, even parttime, during these pandemic days knows that the cute “home office” you created five years ago (but only used to pay bills or organize your volunteer duties) isn’t so conducive to working a 9-to-5 job, five days a week. Even in the early days of her business, Allan found herself being called on to help friends and clients carve out niches in their

H I N S D A L E L I V I N G 83

HL_0321_Main_SoftProof.indd 83

2/16/21 11:40 AM

Lauren Ashley Allan in her studio applying eco-friendly Roman Clay by Portola Paint.

WORK WONDERS From her 15 years of experience including working for Kelly Wearstler and Nate Berkus to her experience owning her own company over the last five months designing interiors around the country, Lauren Ashley Allan knows that creating any timeless space requires stepping back to reimagine and reevaluate—sometimes to the point of taking everything apart and putting it back together. Here are Lauren’s Top Five Secrets to a sensational home “office” space.

on to help friends and clients carve out niches in their homes that actually work.

“A well-designed space can give you more energy, make you happier, and elevate your everyday experience. With evCarved vessel by Louise erything going on in the world, Gelderblom of Cape Town. people just want to feel good in the spaces that they are spending so much time in,” she explains.

“They want the space to reflect who they are, and they want to look forward to going into those spaces each day. I think people are smarter now, more than ever, about how they work, especially with the integration of tech into the design of the spaces. Technology is allowing us to live and work from anywhere. I think we will continue to see that flexibility within our spaces.”

Lauren notes that even before the pandemic, office and boutique hotel designs were already leaning toward a more residential feel (goodbye boring office with ugly furniture and terrible lighting).

Another factor is that we are finalizing realizing that one size does not fit all when it comes to workspaces. Some people prefer standing desks. Some prefer no desk at all.

For Lauren’s own home office, she’s been creating features that make her work life easier—including a library for wallpaper, stone, and fabric samples (organized by color, of course) and a curated archive of art and design books she loves that she shares online and on her Instagram page.

“Everyone works differently,” Lauren says. “As designers, we will continue to be great listeners for our clients and design the best environments for work and play.”

In celebration of Hinsdale Living’s annual Home + Design issue, Lauren was generous enough to share her Top Five Designer Secrets to creating the home office of your dreams, which you will find in the pages ahead.

Custom steel doors by Atelier Domingue.

Photo by sister company Chateau Domingue.

ENERGIZE Take the time to design spaces that work for you and maximize what you already have. If you are lucky enough to be able to carve out a room in your home that is designated for working, then you can create a place to keep all of your work tech, stay organized, and close the door at the end of each day. Otherwise, embrace changing up where you work. Laptops allow us to work virtually anywhere. Even if you have an office, you may want to spend the day in the dining room, the kitchen, or outside if it is warm. When you change where you work, it can give you a fresh perspective on the day.

For more information about Lauren Ashley Allan, follow her on Instagram at @lauren.ashley.allan.

ORGANIZE Organize what you have to maximize both space and efficiency. Organization forces you to consider how you use each space and why. This includes organizing drawers and closets. Once you are organized, you might find that one room can actually serve a dual purpose. Libraries or reading nooks are great because they tend to help the whole family. The kids have a place for their studies and parents have a place to go to for inspiration.

H I N S D A L E L I V I N G 84

HL_0321_Main_SoftProof.indd 84

2/15/21 8:55 PM

Design Inspiration from Walker Workshop of Los Angeles’s Rustic Canyon project, 2018. Project Team: Noah Walker, Jordan Bartelt, Elena Baranes, Nicholas Katona. Image courtesy of Noah Walke

New York-based designer Eny Lee Parker’s column light with vintage French shades.

EXPAND Move the furniture you have around so that your room feels new.

Consider moving furniture toward windows so that you can enjoy the outside and open windows (when weather permits) to expand your spaces from inside out. Change out your window treatments if you have heavy drapes or shades that block light to a white linen or fabric that lets the light through.

REFRESH Add color or pattern! A fresh coat of paint or plaster (even a neutral textured plaster) works magic in a space. All it takes is the right paint color to bring to life your trim, walls, or both. If you are feeling bold, a new wallpaper can be transformational.

Materials should also have some variation and depth. For example, brass finishes should be unlacquered and patina with time.

INVEST Do not underestimate the importance of great art, whether it’s on your wall or a piece of furniture that you can take with you. Mix high and low, old and new. Besides, has there ever been a better time to support local artists? The right artwork has the power to transform a room, and your mood—even on a Monday.

FIVE TO THRIVE Here are interior designer Lauren Ashley Allan’s five must-have ingredients for a home office that is as functional as it is fabulous.

TECH MATTERS: “There are so many great apps out there for organization and efficiency. Though I love to hand sketch designs for my clients, I don’t know what I would do without my phone or computer!”

GO BIG (AT HOME): “I love large workspaces.

My desk at home is oversized. I took an old drafting table and added a honed marble top that I sourced locally, to give my desk new life.”

LET THERE BE LIGHT: “The right lighting can dramatically change the mood in a room. Plus, you have to look great on Zoom calls! The wrong overhead lighting will give you bad shadows and make you feel tired.”

LET THE OUTSIDE IN: “I love natural elements, including stone, wood, minerals, fresh flowers, and plants. Now that we are spending more time at home, it’s even more important to enjoy nature whenever possible.”

Spanish designer Lorenzo Castillo’s Madrid home.

EDIT FIERCELY: “If you don’t love something, then sell or donate it. You should love going into your office or place where you work every day.”

H I N S D A L E L I V I N G 85

HL_0321_Main_SoftProof.indd 85

2/15/21 8:55 PM

named Best of Hinsdale's 2020 Chiropractor

Chiropractic & Spinal Decompression We provide chiropractic care for the entire family, including student athletes. We specialize in treating disc herniations, degenerative disc disease, pinched nerves, and numbness in the hands or legs with non-invasive spinal decompression therapy.

Food Sensitivity Testing Many times the foods we eat frequently are the ones keeping us sick. Elimination of the offending foods can improve health problems and eliminate acid reflux, bloating, irritable bowel syndrome, and unwanted weight gain. We focus your attention on the vast assortment of foods you can have and not just those you must avoid.

IV Therapy & Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement Hinsdale’s premier clinic for IV therapy and bio-identical hormone replacement. We offer IVs for increased hydration, energy, metabolism, detoxification, immune system, exercise recovery, and post-COVID recovery.

The goal for healthy aging is to help create a hormonal balance that is right for you. Replacing the hormones that we lose during the aging process is necessary for both men and women.

Dr. Cara VanWormer-Hartman, DC DABCI DACBN Board Certified Chiropractic Internist, Board Certified Clinical Nutritionist, Certified NET (NeuroEmotional Technique) Practitioner Featured physician in The Robb Report

HL_0321_Master_Ads.indd 86

NeuroEmotional Technique The day-to-day stress in our lives brought on by money, relationships, and work are potential triggers to the health concerns that we may be experiencing. Traumas and unresolved emotions can create what we call “emotional complexes” within the body’s physiology. If left unchecked - stress can cause significant distress to your overall health.

230 E. Ogden Ave, Hinsdale 630.537.0758 therapeutic-health.com @therapeutichealth

2/15/21 8:32 PM

LET US CREATE NEW

FLOORS TO INSPIRE HL_0321_Master_Ads.indd 87

2/15/21 8:33 PM

HOME DÉCOR

SPRING PREVIEW What’s hot for the home.

EDITED BY ALLISON DUNCAN

01 02 09

10

08

03

07 04

05 06

01 The White Company Spring Collection, thewhitecompany. com 02 Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams Bedding, Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams Chicago, 312-397-3135 03 Sand Vase, montanalabelle.com 04 Wrensilva Loft in Walnut, wrensilva.com 05 Paume Sanitizer, mypaume.com 06 Ginori Medium Vase L’ara Gris a Trompe, ginori1735.com 07 Hotel Lobby Candle Paris Votive Trio, hotellobbycandle.com, photography by Allie Provost 08 Baldwin Pillow, montanalabelle.com 09 Amanda Lindroth Island Wrapped Glassware, amandalindroth.com 10 POPUPFLORIST Forever. Daisies, popupflorist.com

H I N S D A L E L I V I N G 88

HL_0321_Main_SoftProof.indd 88

2/16/21 11:42 AM

4057th.com

843LincolnHinsdale.bhhschicago.com

39ChathamOakBrook.bhhschicago.com

HINSDALE, ILLINOIS

HINSDALE, ILLINOIS

OAK BROOK, ILLINOIS

$3,950,000

$2,899,000

$2,650,000

KLOPASSTRATTON TEAM | 312.415.1551

NATALIE RYAN | 917.952.0056

DIANA IVAS | 630.939.5555

Take a step inside the Chicago area’s finest residences in the latest edition of Luxury Collection Magazine.

LuxuryCollectionMag.com One Magnificent Life | BHHSChicago.com

717OakHinsdale.bhhschicago.com

228FullerHinsdale.bhhschicago.com

8034thHinsdale.bhhschicago.com

HINSDALE, ILLINOIS

HINSDALE, ILLINOIS

HINSDALE, ILLINOIS

$2,400,000

$1,699,000

$1,650,000

NATALIE RYAN | 917.952.0056

SHARON SODIKOFF | 630.780.1212

ANNA FIASCONE | 630.780.1215

8LochinvarOakBrook.bhhschicago.com

109MaumellHinsdale.bhhschicago.com

407NorthHinsdale.bhhschicago.com

OAK BROOK, ILLINOIS

HINSDALE, ILLINOIS

HINSDALE, ILLINOIS

$1,399,000

$1,299,000

$1,245,000

ELAINE ZANNIS | 630.915.8648

DIANA IVAS | 630.939.5555

MEGAN MCCLEARY | 630.780.1913

119MinneolaHinsdale.bhhschicago.com

640SleightNaperville.bhhschicago.com

704CountrysideWheaton.bhhschicago.com

HINSDALE, ILLINOIS

NAPERVILLE, ILLINOIS

WHEATON, ILLINOIS

$1,199,000

$1,150,000

$1,050,000

MEGAN MCCLEARY | 630.780.1913

BHHS-Hinsdale Living-Feb 2021.indd 1 HL_0321_Master_Ads.indd 89

BETH SEIBERT | 630.272.3201

JENNIFER NEWSOM | 773.580.5840

2/4/2021 3:06:24 PM 2/15/21 8:33 PM

SUBURBAN RETREAT URBAN CONVENIENCE 2 & 3 bedroom condos located in downtown Western Springs.

Immediate availability from $599,900.

SALES MODEL OPEN 4441 Wolf Road, Downtown Western Springs (708) 616-0954 · foxfordstation@atproperties.com FoxfordStationCondos.com

HL_0321_Master_Ads.indd 90

2/15/21 8:34 PM

Cedar Rooong Company, LLC

C e d a r •A s p h a l t •S y n t h e t i c s •M e t a l •R e s t o r a t i o n License #104-003386

HL_0321_Master_Ads.indd 91

2/15/21 8:34 PM

COCKTA IL

THE DAIQUIRI Bo+Ivy Distillers founder and co-owner Michael Curcio shares the fascinating history of Hemingway’s favorite cocktail—the daiquiri.

This is not the boat drink you think it is … but it will transport you away from the cold!

WORDS BY MICHAEL CURCIO

T

HE DAIQUIRI resides in the same family as the most classic of cocktails: The Martini, the Manhattan, the Sazarac, and the Old Fashioned. Its history is over 100 years old, originating in pre-Prohibition and Prohibition era Cuba when the country was open for tourism and its nightlife thrived. The Tropicana Club with its “Las Diosas de Carne” (translation—Goddesses of the Flesh), burlesque dancers, the Buena Vista Social Club (from the popular Artisan Entertainment documentary), and the New Year’s scene from the Godfather II all

reflect the environment that conceived the Daiquiri.

The drink was created by Jennings Cox, an American engineer who managed the Cuban properties for two American companies (credit as co-creator is also often given to a Cuban engineer named Pagliuchi). With important guests on the way and finding himself without a source for gin—the genteel spirit at the time—Cox worried that they would not find the local tipple palatable if served neat. He added lime juice and sugar to the island’s pure cane rum, and a classic was born.

H I N S D A L E L I V I N G 92

HL_0321_Main_SoftProof.indd 92

2/15/21 8:56 PM

COCKTA IL THE DAIQUIRI makes one

It is believed to have been the favorite cocktail of Ernest Hemingway and Jack Kennedy (ironic considering he is responsible for severing diplomatic ties with Cuba in ‘61 … perhaps Bay of Pigs was intended to oust Castro in an effort to save his beloved cocktail? But I digress). Ultimately, it was the United States Navy—specifically Admiral Lucius Johnson—that brought the cocktail to the mainland via the lounge at the Army and Navy Club (of which I am a proud member). Located on Connecticut Avenue NW in Washington, D.C., active and retired officers can still host happy hours in the lounge, which is now named for the cocktail.

Now that we’ve covered the historical commentary and, hopefully, established the Daiquiri’s historical bona fides—let us move on to the technical aspects of mixing this cocktail. The Daiquiri, like any great cocktail, consists of a base and a modifier. In this case, the base is light rum and the modifier is citrus (lime juice) and sweetener (simple syrup). The purpose of the modifier is not to mask the base liquor but, rather, to enhance its flavors on the palate. The base liquor is always the main event. Never use premixed sweet and sour mix unless you are looking to have a substandard cocktail with 5 times the calories!

Ingredients: • 2 ounces Cruzan Light Rum: Anyone who has spent time at a college kegger knows there exist many different types of rum (Captain Morgan Spiced, Malibu coconut, etc.). I will say, IMHO, most are revolting. There are two kinds of rum worth drinking. Period. Dark rum and light rum. All distilled liquor is clear when it comes out of a still and only takes on color after aging in some type of wood barrel. Light rum is, therefore, not aged. There are a few good mixed drink recipes for a dark rum out there, but the Daiquiri is not one of them. A high quality, aged dark rum is not for Daiquiris, but should be enjoyed simply over a large piece of clean ice with a squeeze of lime and sipped. I am not as picky with brands of light rum as I am with gin, as rum is distilled from sugar cane and much more forgiving. Cruzan makes an enjoyable light rum, and I recommend using something comparable provided it doesn’t give you a huge hangover.

• 1 ounce fresh squeezed lime juice: As far as I know, Mother Nature has only one brand. Don’t skimp on the fresh fruit— there are natural sugars resident even in tart citrus fruit that are lost in the stuff you buy off a shelf. Fresh is always better. I prefer daiquiris on the tart side, but this is personal preference so feel free to adjust your proportions between 1/2 to 1 ounce to satisfy your taste.

• 1/2 ounce Luxardo Maraschino Liquor: This is a bit of substitution. The classic Daiquiri calls for 1/2 to 3/4 ounces simple syrup to balance the tart from the lime juice. The Maraschino liquor does this job, plus adds a little more depth and complexity to the cocktail.

• 2 Drops Fee Brothers Grapefruit Bitters: I am a bitters fanatic. They bring so much more to a cocktail without burdening the ingredients with extra heavy modifiers and allow you to keep the cocktail simple in ingredients while enhancing the flavor palate simultaneously. I came up with the grapefruit bitters while reading a recipe for the “Hemingway Daiquiri” which calls for the addition of grapefruit juice to the mix. Instead of adding all the juice (and sugar), just put a few drops of bitters in to get the same effect.

Preparation: • Measure and mix all ingredients in a graduated shot and pour over ice in a cocktail shaker. Shake vigorously and double strain (to remove pulp from the lime and ice shards) into a cocktail glass or coupe.

• Garnish with a wheel from the fresh lime you squeezed. Slice and place on the rim.

• Close your eyes and imagine yourself dancing at the Tropicana on a caliente Havana night! Cheers!

For more information about Bo+Ivy Distillers, visit boandivy.com.

H I N S D A L E L I V I N G 93

HL_0321_Main_SoftProof.indd 93

2/15/21 8:56 PM

YOUR exclusively

HL_0321_Master_Ads.indd 94

POT

OF

available

at

GOLD.

Zazú

Salons

2/15/21 8:34 PM

Just Listed 5 Brighton Lane | Oak Brook 7 Bed, 6.5 Bath A perfect setting for this newer all brick and stone constructed home, safely located in peaceful York Woods. With 7 bedrooms and 6.5 baths, the floor plan encourages multi-generational living, including a firstfloor ensuite bedroom, full kitchen in the lower level with an adjoining bedroom and bath. Be impressed with the dramatic foyer, a handsome private office and formals that were designed for entertaining.

Spend quality time in the freshly designed kitchen and interconnected breakfast and family room. The floor plan is conducive for today’s buyers - convertible with

several bonus rooms to accommodate stay-at-home workers/learners with private offices and learning centers. The owner’s suite comes with a fireplace to encourage a spa-like relaxing experience. The sightlines were well-thought-out from every room.

The extra large lot is complete with well-placed mature trees, a pergola entertainment shelter, and a true masonry wood burning fireplace. York Woods is served by Butler Elementary School, only a couple blocks away. Nearby Salt Creek Trail System and Bemis Woods will lead to miles of biking and hiking.

Ready to make a meaningful move?

For 31 years, Mike McCurry has served 1,600+ local families and businesses as a full-time realtor.

Mike McCurry mike@mccurryhomes.com 630.447.9393 themccurrygroup.com One Grant Square, 2nd Floor | Hinsdale Mike McCurry Group is a team of Real Estate agents affiliated with Compass - One Grant Square - Hinsdale, IL. Compass is a licensed Real Estate broker with a principal office in Chicago, IL and abides by all applicable Equal Housing Opportunity laws. All material presented herein is intended for informational purposes only, is compiled from sources deemed reliable but is subject to errors, omissions, and changes without notice. All measurements and square footages are approximate. This is not intended to solicit property already listed. Nothing herein shall be construed as legal, accounting or other professional advice outside the realm of Real Estate brokerage. Compass Concierge: Rules & exclusions apply. Compass offers no guarantee or warranty of results. Subject to additional terms and conditions.

HL_0321_Master_Ads.indd 95

2/15/21 8:34 PM

IN THE GA R DEN Lilacs

BRANCHES IN BLOOM A short early March walk with pruning shears in hand will bring the spring color we all crave.

B

WORDS BY WENDY FRANZEN

eneath the bark of knobby tree branches reaching toward March’s grey sky, spring is beginning to swell. Many flowering trees and shrubs set buds during the previous growing season, and a close look will reveal rounded, plump flower buds and small, pointy leaf buds bulging from their barren branches. It is time to pull on the galoshes and walk the yard with sharp, clean pruners in hand.

Forcing branches into bloom is a simple and forgiving process,

where they are coaxed into early flowering by emulating spring’s environment indoors. Trees and shrubs require a proper stretch of cold temperatures—six to eight weeks—for buds to experience a requisite dormancy that allows them to open. Hinsdale is situated in growing zone 5B, where cold temperatures have safely settled in by the time March rolls around. Following these easy steps will bring spirit-lifting blooms to your favorite room within a few days to a few weeks—long before outdoor specimens blossom.

• Choose a mild, above-freezing day so branches and buds are more pliable and less shocked by the transition indoors.

• Look for younger branches approximately 1/2-inch in diameter and 12 to 18 inches long, with plenty of fat, round buds. Select non-essential branches that will not mar the shape of your tree or shrub. Branches with beautiful curves will make a more dynamic arrangement.

• Prune from the widened base of the stem you plan to cut where it joins the larger branch or trunk, making a clean cut.

H I N S D A L E L I V I N G 96

HL_0321_Main_SoftProof.indd 96

2/15/21 8:56 PM

IN THE GA R DEN

Branches are cut for forcing in late winter.

The tips of ‘Declaration’ lilac branches are arranged asymmetrically to suggest movement.

• After removing desired number of branches, carefully cut two slits in a cross pattern into the pruned end of branches or tap gently with a hammer to facilitate water intake (smashing too hard will have the opposite effect). Immediately place in a bucket or sturdy vessel filled with warm water and some floral preservative. Alternatively, completely submerge and soak whole branches in water overnight in bathtub to speed the breaking of dormancy.

• Arrange in a sturdy, water-filled vessel with floral preservative that will not topple from the weight of the branches. For shorter arrangements, cut branches to desired length, choosing sections with plenty of buds.

• Place arrangement in a cool spot with bright, indirect light away from heat sources to prevent drying. Mist with water daily to keep buds from falling off, and change water every two to three days (sooner if water appears dirty) to keep bacteria at bay.

The following are some suggested trees and shrubs for forcing.

Specimens that are cut closer to their natural blooming time will have a shorter forcing time. Dogwood and Redbud, for example, bloom midspring, making late February and early March a great time to prune. Lilac and Serviceberry bloom later in spring and early summer, so late March and early April are safer bets for forcing success.

• • • • • •

Forsythia Quince Dogwood Willow Cherry Pear

• • • • • •

Apple and Crabapple Magnolia Rhododendron Serviceberry Redbud Lilac

Working together toward

Health

&Wellness

phone: 773-312-3612 fax: 708-294-3699

We are accepting referrals for sessions via Telehealth.

www.innovativecounselingpartners.com • Individual & Couples Therapy • Group Therapy • Art & Play Therapy • Sensory Integration Therapy (Autism Spectrum) • EMDR • Eating Disorders Therapy • Stress Reduction/Mindfulness Therapies • Trauma based interventions • Integrative Wellness Therapy * Llama si tienes interes en servicios llama 773-312-3612.

Aceptamos aseguranzas.

Helping people deal with the following issues • Depression and Anxiety • Attachment Difficulties • Eating Disorders • LGBTQIA issues • Sensory Processing Issues • Bipolar Disorder • Personality Disorder • Grief Counseling • Adjustment Issues (Marital, birth, adoption) * Si tienes interes llama para consultacion por telefono 773-312-3612

– FIVE LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU –

Hinsdale 15 Spinning Wheel Rd. Ste 216 Oak Park 715 Lake St., #800 Chicago 3047 N. Lincoln, Suite 400 Crystal Lake 457 Coventry Ln, Suite 116 North Riverside 7222 W. Cermak Rd., #702

We accept most private insurances, private pay and will assess a sliding-fee scale based on your ability to pay.

H I N S D A L E L I V I N G 97

HL_0321_Main_SoftProof.indd 97

2/15/21 8:57 PM

Outdoor Living was never this Easy…

Outdoor Living was never this Easy...

630.323.3757

www.kingslandscapedesign.com King’s Landscape Design has been in business for well over 25 years. We are a full-service company that King’s Landscape Design has materials, been in business since 1959. a full-service company that believes believes in custom designs, quality craftsmanship, andWe theare time-honored tradition of customer service. in custom designs, quality materials, craftsmanship, and the time-honored tradition of customer service.

HL_0321_Master_Ads.indd 98

2/15/21 8:35 PM

Home & Business Moving| Local & Intrastate Packing Services & Supplies | Storage

Moving is hard.

Let us help!

Proudly serving the Hinsdale area!

Proudly serving the Hinsdale area!

630.395.9626

815.609.6200

Downers Grove, IL

Plainfield, IL

TWOMEN.com Each franchise is independently owned and operated. | ILL CC 130892MC

C H I C AG O LO C AT I O N N OW O P E N

Providing a solution for depression, OCD, and more without the use of medication or invasive procedures.

TMS has no systemic side-effects, is approved by the FDA, and is covered by most major insurance plans.

If you or a loved one is experiencing symptoms, call us to find out if Relief TMS is the right choice.

LO C AT I O N S 1100 Jorie Blvd.

Suite 172 Oak Brook, IL 60523

899 Skokie Blvd.

Suite 260 Northbrook, IL 60062

630.974.6602

HL_0321_Master_Ads.indd 99

•

409 Illinois Ave. Suite 1D St. Charles, IL 60174

info@relieftms.com

•

3264 N. Clark St. Chicago, IL 60657

217 Burlington Ave. | Clarendon Hills, IL 630-468-5500 | boulevardfineart.com

www.relieftms.com

2/16/21 1:58 PM

LIVING & GIVING

Light up the Night Supporters of the Clarendon Hills Chapter of the Chicago Infant Welfare Society of Chicago (IWS) embraced the group’s annual gala again this winter— this year from home. Donning everything from formal wear to casual athleisure, guests “turned out” and enjoyed dinner, entertainment, and an opportunity to raise funds for The Angel Harvey Family Health Center, supported by IWS. clarendonhillsinfantwelfare.org Photography provided by the Clarendon Hills Chapter of the IWS

H I N S D A L E L I V I N G 100

HL_0321_Main_SoftProof.indd 100

2/15/21 8:57 PM

the

TOP SIGNS YOU NEED A DETOX

MASTER 3-DAY DETOX ORGANIC & NUTRITIONIST DEVELOPED

Weight Gain & Sluggish Metabolism Cravings & Increased Hunger • Chronic Fatigue & Insomnia • Acne & Brain Fog • Bloating & Digestive Issues • Chronic Pain & Inflammation • •

All-Inclusive

WEIGHT LOSS Program

“I have had incredible energy since the detox.

My stomach feels lighter, I lost 3-4 pounds, and have stayed off coffee. I am very glad I did the detox!”

- Tracy R.

Choose Your Start Date:

MARCH 23RD APRIL 20TH

on Registrati d Require

Limited Availability

BOOK! NOW

630.YOU.WELL nourished.com One-Day Soup Cleanse • COVID Immune Support • Superfood Smoothies • Nutrition Coaching

REPAIR REFINISH , REFINISH INISH , REPAIR REPAIR REFINISH , Transform All Things Metal With Transform All Things MetalCoating With &Save Our Superior Powder Coating Our Superior Powder REPAIR REFINISH , , FINISH PAIR REFINISH , , , RENEW &Save Transform All Things Metal With Save REPAIR REFINISH , Our Coating Our Superior Powder ISH Superior ,Powder Coating , RENEW IR REFINISH , , &Save Our Superior Powder Coating FINISH , RENEW RENEW Save &Save &Save RENEW NEW ave&Save

Kitchen Market & Gift Boutique: Mon.-Fri., 9am-6pm 111 South Vine Street | Hinsdale

Transform Things Metal With All Things AllAll Things Metal With Transform All Things Metal Metal With With Transform All Things Metal With TransformTransform Our Superior Powder Coating , , Our Superior Powder Coating Our Superior Coating , AllPowder Our Superior , Transform All Things Metal Transform Things Metal, With OurWith Superior Powder Powder Coating Coating

&Save

REPAIR REFINISH, RENEW &Save

- Sandblasting & WeldingAll- Things Vinyl Straps, Slings & Glides Transform Metal With

W Save

Transform Our Supe

Transform All Things Metal With -& Welding Vinyl Straps, Slings & Glides - Sandblasting & W - Sandblasting & Welding - Vinyl Straps, Slings & Glides - Sandblasting - Sandblasting Welding -Coating Vinyl Straps, Slings & Glides - Durable 2 Layer Finish - Durable 2& Layer - Replacement Parts info@powdercoatingspecialists.com 9436 W. 47th St.,Finish Brookfield, IL  @pcsbrookfield Superior Powder --Our Sandblasting & Welding Vinyl Straps, Slings & Glides - Durable 2 Layer Finish Replacement Parts info@powdercoatingspecialists.com Our Superior Powder Coating DurableSt., 2 Layer - Durable 2 Layer Finish - Replacement Parts - Unlimited Colors Pick-up, Delivery & Storage info@powdercoatingspecialists.com  @pcsbrookfield - Replacement Parts - Unlimited ColorsPowderCoatingSpecialists.com - Pick-upSlings Delivery&&Glides Storage 708-387-8000 Sandblasting & Welding Straps, 9436 W.-47th BroF - Sandblasting & Welding - Vinyl Straps, Slings & Glides- Vinyl 9436 W. 47th St., Brookfield, IL  @pcsbrookfield 9436 W. 47th St., Bro - Unlimited Colors - Pick-up, Delivery & Storage - -Vinyl - Sandblasting Straps, Slings & Glides Unlimited Colors Sandblasting & Welding Vinyl Straps, Slings & Glides - Unlimited Colors & Welding - Pick-up, Delivery & Storage PowderCoatingSpecialists.com 708-387-8000 - Sandblasting & Welding Vinyl Straps, Slings & Glides Durable 2 Layer Finish Replacement Parts Durable 2 Layer Finish Replacement Parts info@powdercoatingspecialists.com  info@powdercoatingsp 9436 W. 47th St., Brookfield, IL @pcsbrookfield @pcsbrookfield PowderCoatingSpecialists.com 708-387-8000

- Durable 2 Layer Finish - Replacement Parts info@powdercoatingsp -- Vinyl - Sandblasting & Welding Slings &Parts Glides - Durable 2 Layer Finish -Straps, Replacement -Layer Unlimited Colors - Pick-up, IL Delivery info@powdercoatingspecialists.com & Storage - Durable 2info@powdercoatingspecialists.com Finish - Brookfield, Replacement ings Metal With info@powdercoatingspecialists.com - Vinyl Sandblasting & Welding Straps, Slings & St., Glides 2 Layer Finish -9436 Replacement Parts W. 47th  @pcsbrookfield PowderCoatingSpecialists.com 708-387-8000  @pcsbrookfield BEFORE AFTER- Durable BEFORE AFTER Parts BEFORE AFTER 9436 W. 47th St., Brookfield, IL Storage @pcsbrookfield Unlimited Colors Pick-up, Delivery & Unlimited Colors Pick-up, Delivery & Storage Sandblasting & Welding Vinyl Straps, Slings & Glides Unlimited Colors Pick-up, Delivery & Storage Durable 2 Layer Finish Replacement Parts - Parts Unlimited Colors - Pick-up, Delivery &Storage  @pcsbrookfield PowderCoatingSpecialists.com 708-387-8000PowderCoatingSpe owder Coating BEFORE AFTER BEFORE BEFORE AFTER - Durable 2 Layer Finish - Replacement Colors -info@powdercoatingspecialists.com Pick-up, Delivery &AFTER Storage info@powdercoatingspecialists.com @pcsbrookfield 9436 W. 47th St., Brookfield, ILBEFORE  @pcsbrookfield PowderCoatingSpecialists.com 708-387-8000 AFTER BEFORE BEFORE AFTER- Unlimited BEFORE AFTER PowderCoatingSpe PowderCoatingSpecialists.com 708-387-8000

- Durable - Replacement Parts - Pick-up, Delivery - Unlimited Colors2 Layer Finish -- Pick-up, Delivery info@powdercoatingspecialists.com  @pcsbrookfield Unlimited Colors& Storage & Storage - Vinyl Straps, Slings & Glides 9436 W. 47th St., Brookfield, IL  @pcsbrookfield BEFORE AFTER BEFORE AFTER BEFORE Unlimited Colors Pick-up, Delivery & Storage - Replacement Parts info@powdercoatingspecialists.com  @pcsbrookfield BEFORE AFTER BEFORE AFTER AFTER PowderCoatingSpecialists.com BEFORE AFTER BEFORE AFTER - Pick-up, Delivery & Storage BEFORE AFTER BEFORE 708-387-8000

BEFORE AFTER

BEFORE

BEFORE AFTER

AFTER

REPAIR, REFINISH, RENEW &Save

BEFORE BEFORE

BEFORE

HL_0321_Master_Ads.indd 101

AFTER AFTER BEFORE

AFTER AFTER

AFTER

PowderCoatingSpecialists.com 708-387-8000 PowderCoatingSpecialists.com 708-387-8000 AFTER PowderCoatingSpecialists.com 708-387-8000 AFTER Transform All Things Metal With BEFORE

AFTER

BEFORE

BEFORE AFTER BEFORE AFTER AFTER BEFORE Our Superior Powder Coating BEFORE AFTER - Sandblasting & Welding - Durable 2 Layer Finish - Unlimited Colors

BEFORE

- Vinyl Straps, Slings & Glides - Replacement Parts - Pick-up, Delivery & Storage AFTER

AFTER

BEFORE BEFORE

AFTER

info@powdercoatingspecialists.com

PowderCoatingSpecialists.com 708-387-8000 BEFORE

AFTER

2/15/21 8:35 PM

SPRING IS COMING! GET OFF ON THE RIGHT FOOT BY SEEING ONE OF OUR SPECIALISTS TODAY.

SPORTS MEDICINE PHYSICAL THERAPY SPORTS PERFORMANCE

HL_0321_Master_Ads.indd 102

HINSDALELIVINGMAGAZINE.COM

WWW.ILLINOISFOOT.COM | 847.639.5800

2/15/21 8:36 PM

Build your confidence with a

Beautiful Smile Chawla Orthodontics is proud to create healthy, beautiful smiles throughout the Chicagoland area.

Visit chawlaortho.com to schedule your free initial consultation today.

Dr. Sumit Chawla Call Us Today

Visit our website for more info

630 914 6060 W E S T M O N T

HL_0321_Master_Ads.indd 103

chawlaortho.com •

V I L L A

P A R K

2/15/21 8:36 PM

Profile

FIRST CLASS SERVICE Lux Tux Transportation continues to offer exemplary service.

I

WORDS BY TRICIA DESPRES / PHOTOGRAPHY BY ROBIN SUBAR

t was a wild ride that James Jordan will never forget.

A few years back, the longtime Western Springs resident was headed downtown and, like so many others, decided to utilize the services of a well-known rideshare’s Black Car Service for what he hoped would be a leisurely ride to Chicago.

Unfortunately, it was anything but.

“I was feeling car sick after four blocks,” remembers Jordan with a hearty chuckle. “The driver was slamming on the brakes and talking loudly on the phone and he was literally driving like a taxi driver would. It was very frustrating.”

As a longtime executive in the service industry, Jordan knew that there had to be a solution and soon made this a reality with the creation of Lux Tux Transportation Inc., a company that features a fleet of high-end cars such as the Mercedes S-Class Sedan, the Mercedes Sprinter Van, and the Cadillac Escalade SUV. He declared that his company’s mission statement would be, “to provide an exemplary and safe customer experience backed by first class service, as if every passenger was a member of our family.”

“I’ve long utilized private cars for my own transportation needs, and was surprised at the inconsistent quality of their vehicles and drivers, even from the same company and at the same price,” explains Jordan, who began his business roughly three years ago. “We provide beautiful cars that are driven by professionals who know what they are doing and where they are going.”

Located in Burr Ridge, the well-respected transportation company has long been a favorite of the most discriminate of customers, especially during these times in which cleanliness has never

been more important.

“Our customers are guaranteed a clean, sanitized car every single time,” explains Jordan of the precautionary measures currently being taken in light of the ongoing pandemic. “In fact, there is a strict, half hour process that each of our masked drivers go through now to ensure that the car is as clean as can be between passengers.”

Indeed, the pandemic has forced Jordan to take a good look at the business model of Lux Tux Transportation.

“There was a time when our airport business was truly the bread and butter of this company,” recalls Jordan, whose does frequent background checks on his drivers to ensure that his customers are in the safest of hands. “We have had to find other areas in which to compensate for the loss of that business.”

For example, the company has started driving some of their high-profile clients to their second homes in Florida, purely because some don’t feel safe going to an airport quite yet. Lux Tux Transportation has also begun working with entire families of passengers like never before.

“Over the holidays, we had one family charter us for the day so they could go downtown together to shop, have dinner, and see the lights in a safe and clean car driven by someone they could truly trust,” recalls Jordan. “Our business may look a little different these days, but what hasn’t changed is our dedication to our customers, and the trust they have always had in us.”

For more information on Lux Tux Transportation Inc., call 855-8336235 or visit luxtux.com.

H I N S D A L E L I V I N G 104

HL_0321_Main_SoftProof.indd 104

2/15/21 8:58 PM

HINSDALELIVINGMAGAZINE.COM

Safely Providing On-Site Therapies & Developmental Preschool through the Covid-19 Pandemic

We Restore Front Doors and a whole lot more!

Interior/Exterior | Kitchen Cabinets | Bookcases | Fireplaces

we restore front doors all year round !

130 S. Wilmette Avenue, Westmont, Illinois 60559 (630) 789-3443 • timspropainting@gmail.com • timspropainting.com

Safely Providing On-Site Therapies & Developmental Safely Providing Safely Providing On-Site Therapies On-Site Therapies Safely Preschool Providing through & Developmental & Developmental On-Site Preschool Therapies through through thePreschool Covid-19 the Covid-19 & Developmentalthe Covid-19 Pandemic Pandemic Pandemic

Preschool through the Covid-19 Pandemic

The is w othe an

The passion, attention and Theprofessionalism passion, attention and professionalism is what sets Hummingbird apartsets fromHummingbird many is what apart from many other places. Our son's therapists go above other places.

Our son's therapists go above The passion, attention and professiona and beyond and have provided so much and beyond and have provided so much support for our family!is support what sets apart from m for ourHummingbird family!

Doris - Downers Grove Doris Mom - Downers Grove Mom

other places. Our son's therapists go a

beyond and have provided so mu Turn to ourTurn therapist-owned, multi-specialty pediatric center thatandcenter to our therapist-owned, multi-specialty pediatric that support for our family! has held the trust of families and physicians for over 25 years has held the trust of families and physicians for over 25 years

Turn to our therapist-owned, multi-specialty ped Doris - Downers Grove Mom has held the trust of families and physicians fo Hummingbird's Offerings: Hummingbird's Offerings: Speech Therapy Coming Soon:

HUMMINGBIRD HUMMINGBIRD YEAR-ROUND ACADEMY YEAR-ROUND ACADEMY multi-specialty Hummingbir Turn to our therapist-owned, pediatric center that HUMMINGBIRD

HUMMINGBIRD YEAR-ROUND ACADEMY Hummingbird's Offerings

Speech Therapy Coming Soon: Occupational Therapy Aquatic Therapy INNOVATIVE THERAPEUTIC ACADEMY TAUGHT BY Aquatic Therapy Physical TherapyOccupational Therapy INNOVATIVE THERAPEUTIC ACADEMY TAUGHT BY & DOCTORAL TRAINED THERAPISTS SafelyMASTER Providing Feeding Therapy Physical Therapy MASTER & DOCTORAL TRAINED THERAPISTS SCHEDULE YOUR PRIVATE TOUR Feeding Therapy Developmental Therapy On-Site Therapies SCHEDULE YOUR PRIVATE TOUR The passion, attention and professionalism Developmental Therapy Half and full day programs Parent Child Coaching is what sets Hummingbird apart from many INNOVATIVE THERAPUTIC ACADEMY andchild full day programs custom designed Half for your Parent Child Coaching & Developmental Sensory Integration TAUGHT BY for MASTER &for DOCTORAL other places. Our son's therapists go above designed your child Academy options custom 2-7 year Hippotherapy Sensory Integration TRAINED THERAPISTS Preschool and beyond and have provided so much oldsthrough Academy options for 2-7 year Speech Therapy The passion, attention and professionalism Coming Soon: Hippotherapy Handwriting Without Tears olds& IL support for our family!

HCA adheres to CDC Handwriting Tears the Covid-19 Interactive Metronome Occupational Therapy is what sets Hummingbird apartWithout from many Aquatic Therapy guidelines Doris Downers Grove Mom HCA adheres to CDC & IL INNOVATIVE THERAPEUTIC ACADEMY TAUGHT BY Therapeutic Listening Interactive Metronome Pandemic guidelines Physical Therapy other places. Our son's therapists go above Therapeutic Listening Half and full day programs MASTER & DOCTORAL TRAINED THERAPISTS Turn to our therapist-owned, multi-specialty center that 750 Pasquinelli Dr. #204 Westmont 630-560-0136 WWW.HummingbirdPediatricTherapies.com 17,000SF of PURE FUN! Feeding Therapy and beyond and have pediatric provided so much custom designed forTOUR your child SCHEDULE PRIVATE 750YOUR Pasquinelli Dr. #204 has heldWestmont the trust630-560-0136 of familiesWWW.HummingbirdPediatricTherapies.com and physicians for over 25 years 17,000SF of PURE FUN!

hasACADEMY held the trust of families and physicians for over 25 years Speech Therapy YEAR-ROUND

HUMMINGBIRD YEAR-ROUND ACADEMY

Occupational Therapy Physical Therapy Feeding Therapy SCHEDULE YOUR PRIVATE TOUR Developmental Therapy Parent Child Coaching Sensory Integration Developmental Therapy support for our family!

Academy Half and full day programsoptions for 2-7 year Hippotherapy Parent Child Coaching Doris Downers Grove Mom Hummingbird's Offerings: custom designed for your child olds Sensory Integration Handwriting Without Tears Speech Therapy Coming Soon: options for 2-7 year to CDC & IL HCA adheres OccupationalHippotherapy Therapy Aquatic Therapy Interactive Metronome Turn to ourAcademy therapist-owned, multi-specialty pediatric center that INNOVATIVE THERAPEUTIC ACADEMY TAUGHT BY olds Physical Therapy Handwriting Without Tears MASTER &guidelines DOCTORAL TRAINED THERAPISTS Therapeutic Listening Feeding Therapy has held HCA theadheres trusttoof families and physicians for over 25 years CDC & IL

INNOVATIVE THERAPEUTIC ACADEMY TAUGHT BY MASTER & DOCTORAL TRAINED THERAPISTS

HUMMINGBIRD YEAR-ROUND ACADEMY

HUMMINGBIRD YEAR-ROUND ACADEMY

Interactive Metronome Developmental Therapy Parent ChildTherapeutic Coaching Listening 750 Pasquinelli Dr. #204 Westmont 630-560-0136 Sensory IntegrationWWW.HummingbirdPediatricTherapies.c Academy options for 2-7 year Hippotherapy Speech Therapy olds 750 Pasquinelli Dr. #204 Westmont 630-560-0136 WWW.HummingbirdPediatricTherapies.com 17,000SF of PURE FU Coming Soon: Handwriting Without Tears HCA adheres to CDC & IL Occupational Therapy Interactive Metronome Aquatic Therapy guidelines ACADEMY TAUGHT BY Therapeutic Listening Physical Therapy guidelines

SCHEDULE YOUR PRIVATE TOUR

Hummingbird's Offerings:

Half and full day programs custom designed for your child

INNOVATIVE THERAPEUTIC MASTER & DOCTORAL TRAINED THERAPISTS

Feeding Therapy 750 Pasquinelli Dr. #204 Westmont 630-560-0136 WWW.HummingbirdPediatricTherapies.com 17,000SF of PURE FUN!

SCHEDULE YOUR PRIVATE TOUR Half and full day programs custom designed for your child Academy options for 2-7 year olds

HCA adheres to CDC & IL guidelines

HL_0321_Master_Ads.indd 105

Developmental Therapy Parent Child Coaching Sensory Integration Hippotherapy Handwriting Without Tears Interactive Metronome

2/16/21 2:03 PM

Profile

COVID-19 & THE FIRST YEAR

T

WORDS BY CHIRAG PATEL, MD PHOTOGRAPHY BY FRANK ISHMAN

his past year has been unprecedented due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Providing health care is always challenging, and this past year brought another layer of complexity. As many of us continue to either have received the vaccine or have plans to get it in the near future, it’s amazing that we are at the one year anniversary of this pandemic.

In my experience with seniors during this past year, I realized that COVID-19 not only affected the patient but also the whole family indirectly. Recent articles are now surfacing with patients that continue to recover slowly after being infected months before.

Patients that were able to walk are now in wheelchairs, worsened cognition of seniors, chronic fatigue causing others to stop working are all examples of COVID-19 survivors. Families in turn have had to make modifications to their lives and circumstances to help with their recovering loved ones.

The vaccine started with much fanfare, but we quickly realized the challenges of administering this to the millions in an organized and efficient way. Some have had mild illness-like effects, especially after the second dose. It is unclear whether this will be a yearly process like the flu-shot or whether the immunity will last longer.

Variants of the coronavirus are now occurring adding another layer of consideration for future management worldwide.

By now we all know the precautions outlined by health care providers. I do encourage our seniors to continue to be diligent about continuing these measures, especially those that may have many medical problems or are frail. This includes wearing a mask, using hand sanitizer, and avoiding large crowds. This very well may be the new normal for seniors. However, I do encourage activities and social interaction with family and familiar faces in controlled environments.

The medical establishment is making great strides in research and treatment options and advances. For some that is a little too late, as many have perished from this virus. So, what can we do as a society to maximize the healthcare we currently have? First, understand that we all are learning about coronavirus and no one doctor has all the answers. Second, do not ignore signs and symptoms your body may be experiencing, and seek out medical care as soon as possible. Lastly, stay positive. Your mental mindset affects not only your body but all those around you.

As I continue my quest to help all seniors and reflect on this first year living with COVID-19, I feel confident in our healthcare system to lead us back to prosperity.

Hansa Medical Groupe has offices at 5250 Old Orchard Road, Suite 300, in Skokie, and in Chicago, 847-920-0902, hansamedicalgroupe.com.

WE'VE SEARCHED FOR THE BEST CBD PRODUCTS SO THAT YOU DON'T HAVE TO 949 Burlington Rd Downers Grove, IL (630) 960-0223 www.kerwellness.comm

HL_0321_Main_SoftProof.indd 106

2/15/21 8:59 PM

Now Open For Outdoor Dining!

Monday–Thursday 11am-10pm | Friday 11am-11pm | Saturday 12pm-11pm | Sunday 12pm-10pm Make a reservation on or call 630.279.8486.

483 Spring Road Elmhurst, IL 60126 | www.robertosristorante.com | Dining: 630.279.8486 | Carry -Out: 630.279.8474

NOW OPEN FOR OUTDOOR DINING!

OPEN FOR CARRYOUT & DELIVERY

SUNDAY-THURSDAY 11AM TO 11 PM

(KITCHEN CLOSES @ 10:30 PM)

FRIDAY-SATURDAY 11AM TO 12AM

(KITCHEN CLOSES @ 11:30 PM)

HL_0321_Master_Ads.indd 107

YORKTAVERNOAKBROOK.COM

2/15/21 8:39 PM

Profile

TIMELESS SANCTUARY

F Kitchen

The first residents move into the iconic Tribune Tower Residences, a luxurious Magnificent Mile landmark with unrivaled amenities, this spring.

WORDS BY SHERRY THOMAS

Living room

or those who crave luxury, iconic architecture, and every modern amenity imaginable, Tribune Tower Residences truly offers the best of all worlds. Located at the intersection of the Magnificent Mile and Chicago River, the Gothic Revival landmark and famous former headquarters of the Chicago Tribune is being transformed into a diverse array of distinctive, one-of-a-kind luxury condominium residences in the city’s most premier location.

“This building is absolutely timeless, evoking the artistry and craftsmanship of the great architecture of Europe,” says Sales Director Jeanne Martini. “And now that it has been fitted with all new mechanicals, all new windows, and the most exquisite finishes on the market, everything within is state-of-the-art.

Tribune Tower’s Gothic Revival design was the winning result of an international architecture competition in 1922 that sought to erect not only the most beautiful building in Chicago but one that would rival the most famous structures in the world. Embedded in the façade are stones and relics from the most significant monuments and battlefields—including Bunker Hill, Omaha Beach, Westminster Abbey, St. Peter’s Basilica, and The Great Pyramid of Giza. The building’s iconic “crown” is an homage to the 13th century Butter Tower of Notre Dame Cathedral in Rouen, France.

“Imagine walking into the historic lobby as your front door, and knowing, ‘Wow, this is my home!’” says Martini. Very few buildings can capture that feeling.

Tribune Tower Residences offers 162 luxury condominiums with over 56 distinctive one to four-plus bedroom floor plans priced from the $900,000s to more than $7 million. Its proximity

H I N S D A L E L I V I N G 108

HL_0321_Main_SoftProof.indd 108

2/15/21 8:59 PM

Living room

Tribune Tower pool

to the city’s arts, culture, retail, and dining destinations makes it the ideal residence for the cultural connoisseur or downtown professional. Martini says it is the ultimate urban sanctuary for buyers who seek historic architecture, state-of-the-art finishes, and the amenities of a fine luxury hotel.

Residents will have access to four levels of amenities, including a luxury spa amenity with steam rooms, saunas, private treatment room, state-of-the-art fitness center, all-seasons pool, driving range simulator, co-working lounge, meeting rooms, entertainment areas, and event spaces complete with a bar and catering kitchen. A third-floor courtyard opens to a sprawling private outdoor oasis—a rare luxury in the city. The pool terrace with outdoor grilling stations and sun deck provides warm-weather enjoyment for residents.

Far above it all, residents can take in panoramic views and beautifully framed sunrises and sunsets from the incomparable Crown Terrace and Lounge Amenity. With indoor chef ’s kitchen, outdoor grilling and fresh herb garden, the 25th floor Crown Amenity offers an intimate setting surrounded by the stunning flying buttresses and elegant tracery iconic to Chicago’s skyline.

In addition to a 24-hour door staff and personnel, Martini says the building will offer residents concierge personal coordination services such as travel assistance, on-site car wash, dry cleaning

Tribune Tower Crown at night

pickup and delivery, and even grocery delivery to your front door.

“In the era of COVID-19, a maintenance-free lifestyle and concierge services are more attractive than ever,” Martini explains. “You need a light bulb changed? There is a 24/7 staff to respond. It is a carefree lifestyle. Life at Tribune Tower Residences will feel like living in a five-star hotel.”

In addition to its location, amenities and services, Martini adds that the building’s architectural pedigree has been especially attractive for not only already city dwellers, but North Shore, Hinsdale, and Barrington area buyers. “They can have it all here. It is absolutely a one-of-a-kind building. There is nothing else like it.”

The Tribune Tower Residences Sales Gallery is located on the 28th floor of at 401 N. Michigan Avenue in Chicago. For an appointment, call 312-967-3700 or visit tribunetower.com.

H I N S D A L E L I V I N G 109

HL_0321_Main_SoftProof.indd 109

2/16/21 2:04 PM

PA RTING WOR DS

DANCING KING An appearance on The Tonight Show with his Irish dance team helped propel Mark Howard into becoming one of the most respected Irish Dance choreographers in the world.

WORDS BY MITCH HURST / ILLUSTRATION BY ROBERT RISKO

W

hen he was 2 years old, Mark Howard survived a nearly calamitous voyage on the Queen Mary with his parents to arrive in the U.S. Howard’s father, a born and raised, true-blood Irishman, and his mother, of Irish descent but born in Yorkshire, England, started their new lives in Rogers Park.

After a bit of arm twisting from his parents, at the age of 5 Howard took up traditional Irish dancing and started lessons in the back of a Rogers Park Irish bar named Connelly’s.

He would dance on and off until he turned 16, when he decided he was more interested in soccer than dance. But that was just a blip on his journey to becoming one of the most successful Irish dance choreographers in the world.

What started as a way for Howard to rediscover his Irish roots, at his parent’s behest, has turned into a life’s work and passion. In 1982, Howard founded the Trinity Academy of Irish Dance, and in 1990 he founded the Trinity Irish Dance Company, a professional, nonprofit performance company.

“I started teaching Irish dancing while I was still at St. Ignatius High School when I was only 17 years old. The next thing that happened is through this sort of misguided enthusiasm I’ve carried throughout my life, I thought maybe America could win a world championship in team dancing,” Howard says. “Eventually, I was able to accomplish that with the Trinity Academy students in 1987.”

The World Irish Dancing Championship is held annually in Ireland and draws dance companies from all over the world. Winning the competition landed Howard’s troupe an appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson, which led to the Academy’s expansion to the Hinsdale area.

“After The Tonight Show appearance, I was contacted by folks in Hinsdale. There were no Irish dance schools in the Western Suburbs, so that’s what brought us out there,” Howard explains.

Howard’s first studio opened in Western Springs, and Trinity Irish Dancers has expanded to five locations in the Chicago region and five in Wisconsin. It is headquartered in Elmhurst, along with the Trinity Irish Dance Company.

“Through opening up in Western Springs, we’ve had hundreds of kids from Hinsdale train and the school has gone on to win many world titles and broken a lot of records in team dancing,” he says.

Howard has also made his mark with his company, Trinity Irish Dance Company. The company has performed all over the world

and combines traditional Irish dance with traditions from other countries and continents. It has performed at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C., and at the famed Joyce Theater in New York. Dancers from the school often move up to dance with the company.

It can all feel like community, and that’s how Howard likes it.

“It’s about the dancers and the community, and just utilizing the art form to make the world a bit of a better place,” Howard says.

Parents tell us that they want their kids to be better people. That’s what we seek out to do.”

H I N S D A L E L I V I N G 110

HL_0321_Main_SoftProof.indd 110

2/15/21 9:00 PM

HANNA FACIAL COSMETIC SURGERY, LTD. EXCLUSIVELY FACIAL COSMETIC SURGERY EXPERIENCED.

DEDICATED.

COMPASSIONATE.

EYELID REJUVENATION Upper and Lower Eyelid Reconstruction

Before

After

Before

After

Before

After

Before

After

Before

After

Before

After

SkinSational MedSpa Offering a complete set of aesthetic services and products for over thirty years.

For more information visit hannamd.com

Dr. Hanna has specialized EXCLUSIVELY IN FACIAL COSMETIC SURGERY for over 30 years. He is a board certified Fellow of the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and is board-certified with the American Board of Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery.

Wafik A. Hanna, M.D.

Hanna Facial Cosmetic Surgery, Ltd. 950 York Rd., Suite 201, Hinsdale, IL 60521 | 630.887.8180 | HannaMD.com

HL_0321_Master_Ads.indd 111

2/15/21 8:36 PM

TOP LOAN OFFICERS TAKE ON HINSDALE

DAN GJELDUM O: 773-435-0654 dan@rate.com

14 W. Hinsdale Ave. Hinsdale, IL 60521

SAM SHARP O: 773-435-0654 ssharp@rate.com

NMLS ID #2611 Guaranteed Rate, Inc; NMLS ID 686529; NMLS ID 244518; For licensing Information visit: www.nmlsconsumeraccess.org

HL_0321_Master_Ads.indd 112

2/15/21 8:37 PM