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interiorsMaster Bath & Reprieves 9The Master Bathroom exudes warmth and refinement with finishes PURE & SIMPLE such as polished nickel fixtures against rustic, old world textures on the INTERIOR DESIGN walls and floors. Pops of classic and modern pieces juxtapose thiscombination of pleasant surprises. As the tub fills, one feels the warmth of perfectly RANDY HELLERheated stone floors. The state of the art steam shower is also a perfect way torelax. Clearly, this is the Kohler Ann Sacks way to unwind. Let your eyes take [email protected] the delicately glazed hand carved tiles. www.randyhellerdesign.com 2919 Twin Oaks DriveEntering the Ladies’ Reprieve, the visual flow from the master bathroom Highland Park, IL 60035 847-207-7789shows itself through the calming, neutral color palette along with natural, texturedmaterials, chrome and glass. She can sit at her writing table or unwind in her 2015 Lake Forest Showhouse & Gardenschair. Looking at accents of gold leaf details, soft rose watered colored art alongwith cut crystal chandeliers bring her back to her feminine style. 51Entering the Men’s Reprieve, color palettes deepen while maintaining theuse of natural, textured materials. He pours a cognac and reads his favorite bookin this masculine space. Blue black tones, butterscotch woods, and weatheredleathers promote his side of this space.MASTER BATH SOURCES: Kohler/Ann Sacks; The ABL Group; Legrand-The AdornedCollection; Oscar Isberian Rugs; Vie Antiques LLC; Lee’s Antiques; Anna Wolfson Inc.;Michael Taylor Designs Inc.; Mike Bell Inc. & Westwater Patterson, David Ryan/Food ForArt; Art Post Gallery; paint: Farrow & Ball (walls: Joa’s White; see page 32).REPRIEVE SOURCES: Lee’s Antiques, Anna Wolfson Inc.; Jodie Richter; Ashley & Sloane,Oscar Isberian Rugs; paint: Farrow & Ball (walls: Black Blue; men’s ceiling, trim: LondonStone; ladies’ ceiling: Dimity; trim: Black Blue; see page 32).

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interiorsMaster Bedroom 10At the heart of the room’s design is a modern take on traditionally lined KIM SCODRO furniture. Gathering inspiration from classic Parisian decor, each piece INTERIORS LLC has a feminine quality and an air of elegance. This is amplified by therefreshing palette of grays, creams and shades of pink throughout the bedroom. KIM SCODROThe focus on multiple textures resulted in a cozy and calming retreat. Variouswood tones and gold accents add warmth to the room, while beautiful hand painted [email protected] wallpaper is a perfect backdrop to highlight the artwork. www.kimscodro.com 303 E. Upper Wacker Dr.French-inspired, hand-carved side chairs were given a modern makeover withpale pink leather seats and shearling backs. The chairs frame a library table with Suite 1130a Calcutta marble top and a 22k gold finish base. Custom chaise lounges Chicago, IL 60601upholstered in a burnout velvet fabric have a vintage quality, but are made currentby the modern shape and acrylic feet. 312-925-8023SOURCES: Drapery fabric, bed, ottoman, library table, nightstands, side chair, glass cabinet: 2015 Lake Forest Showhouse & GardensEbanista; drapery lead edge fabric: Duralee; side chairs fabric: Edelman Leather; customchaise lounge upholsterery: Designer's Guild fabric; area rug: Stark Carpet; sconces: Visual 53Comfort, Circa Lighting; switch plates: Legrand; accessories: Lalique Decoratives; artwork,cabinet pottery: Francine Turk; custom bedding: Designer’s Linen Source; draperyworkroom and installation: Tres Joli Designs; drapery hardware: Helser Brothers; chaiseside table: Neirmann Weeks, Nancy Corzine; gray pillow on chaises: Schumacher, Samuel& Sons tape; pink pillow on chaises and bed: Fishman’s Fabrics with Kravet flange;construction: ABL Group; wallcovering, trim and fireplace paint: Farrow & Ball (wallpaper:Drag 1280; trim Slipper Satin; ceiling: Cornforth white; see page 32).

WALK RIGHT INShop the world’s largest collectionof premier boutiques forhome building and renovation.30 Boutiques. 1 Location.The Merchandise Mart, ChicagoM-F 9–5 SAT 10–3312.527.7939LUXEHOME.COM KITCHEN BATH TILE CABINETRY APPLIANCES LIGHTING HARDWARE FLOORING PAINTLUXEHOME BOUTIQUES:Amiel.US Ernestomeda Chicago Miele Center The Shade StoreAnn Sacks Exquisite Surfaces The Nanz Company & Remains Lighting Sherwin-Williams Color StudioArtistic Tile Farrow and Ball NEFF of Chicago SMEG USABentwood of Chicago GE Monogram Design Center Paris Ceramics Studio Snaidero ChicagoCarlisle Wide Plank Floors GRAFF Plain & Fancy by Dandamudi’s Sub-Zero and Wolf ShowroomThe Chopping Block Katonah Architectural Hardware Poggenpohl Urban ArchaeologyChristopher Peacock Home Keeler Porcelanosa Tile/Kitchen/Bath/Hardwood Valcucine Chicagode Giulio kitchen design Lefroy Brooks Chicago ROHL WaterworksDream2O Manhattan Forest Products Scavolini Store Chicago Wood-Mode Lifestyle Design Center

interiorsFashion Writer’s Retreat 11Welcome to the Fashion Writer's Retreat, which was created for the SWEET PEAS DESIGN fabulous but fictional woman of the house, a nationally known fashion blogger with impeccable taste, strong opinions and a reputation for SUSAN BRUNSTRUMhelping launch-or sink-Chicago-area designers . . . a great back story. [email protected] relaxed and elegant mood is chic but not too fussy, in keeping with interior www.sweetpeas-inspired.comdesigner Susan Brunstrum’s trademark LivableLuxe style, which she calls the “little 507 East Park Ave.black dress of design.” Suite 101 Libertyville, IL 60048The basic black and white background coupled with almost all white furniture 847-816-1296 - Libertyvilleand accessories are the perfect canvas for the intrepid blogger when she displays 312-572-9090 - Chicagoor photographs fashions she is critiquing. The chalk-white dining table with shapelydeer legs serves as her desk and injects a pitch-perfect note of whimsy. 2015 Lake Forest Showhouse & GardensFor this vignette, custom pieces by fashion designers Azeeza Kahn and M2057 55Maria Pinto, handbag designer Diego Rocha and footwear designer JamesSommerfeldt, all Chicago based, are artfully displayed. What will the fashion writersay?SOURCES: Curtis Frame Back Alley Gallery; Elite Designer Service; FairyDust Creations;Inman Glass; Peter’s Decorating; Tutka Home Improvements; Oly; Studio 41 Home Design;Design Materials, Inc.; Bryanne Hobson; Arteriors, via Creative Visions; Sommerfeldt; DiegoRocha; Azeeza; M2057 by Maria Pinto; paint: Farrow & Ball (walls, ceiling writing andwindows: Pitch Black; trim and ceiling: All White; see page 32).

1401 West Hubbard Street #1E Chicago IL 60642 www.steveandfilip.com phone: 312-733-0122 266 East Deerpath Rd. Lake Forest, IL 60045Interior Design www.mdaviddesigns.com Bespoke FurnishingsFine Furnishings, UniqueAccessories, & Gifts Seasonal Décor p847.714.9970 f 847.714.9971

interiorsNursery 12With consideration to the cinematic past of this fabulous home, the design steve + filip of the nursery was inspired by Wes Anderson’s instant classic, The Grand designs, inc. Budapest Hotel. Parents and little ones alike will be transported by thejoyful, bold and handsome interpretation of a little boy’s nursery. Unexpected STEVE SOMOGYIcombinations of large-scale pattern, saturated color and rich textures play up the FILIP MALYSZKOcharm of eclectic furnishings to create a warm and nurturing spot for the newestaddition to the family. [email protected] www.steveandfilip.comSOURCES: Retro faux wood wallcovering: F Schumacher; studded ceiling covering: PhillipJeffries; paint trim: Farrow & Ball; 70’s redux chandelier: Arteriors Home; carpet tile: FLOR; 1401 W. Hubbard St.brass crib: Bratt Décor; drapery fabric: HB Luxe; red wool felt & menswear accent fabrics: Suite 1EMaharam; Hermes scarves: Vintage Gold Coast; painting and electric: MB Construction;draperies and shades: Edco Drapery Workroom; antique Thonet rocker reinvention: Euro Chicago, IL 60642Craft Upholstery: reception desk baby built-in; ATS Design; wall and ceiling treatment 312-733-0122installation: Exquisite Interiors; photography: Wittefini; paint: Farrow & Ball (trim andceiling: Mahagony; see page 32). 2015 Lake Forest Showhouse & Gardens 57

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interiorsGuest Bedroom 13Larry Boeder has created a guest room, reminiscent of a “Golden Era” when LAWRENCE BOEDER elegance and sophistication was the norm. The walls, covered in a silver INTERIOR DESIGN and beige foil grasscloth create a dramatic backdrop for the room’s eclecticfurnishings. The wall-to-wall silver geometric carpet plays beautifully off the LARRY BOEDERshimmery walls and anchors the room as a calm place of respite. [email protected] lilac tones, together with various reflective finishes give the room a sense www.boederinteriordesign.comof ambience as well as contemporary chic. Guests will feel pampered by thehandsome wood frame bed dressed in luxurious linens, mirrored desk and 1000 West Washingtondecorative touches throughout the room. Suite 141SOURCES: Carpet: Stark Carpet; artwork: Richard Norton Gallery; furniture, lighting, Chicago, IL 60607bedding fabric: Nancy Corzine: wallcovering: Area International/Thibaut; drapery fabric: 312-613-6640Stark Fabric; accessories: Lalique Decoratives; labor & installation: Dezign Sewing;wallpaper hanging & painting: Colonial Painting, John Kwiecien; paint: Farrow & Ball(trim and ceiling: Wimborne White; see page 32). 2015 Lake Forest Showhouse & Gardens 59



interiorsTeen Girl’s Bedroom 14Inspired by the designer’s own teen and ‘tween’ daughters, the Teen Bedroom JEANNIE BALSAM LLC is a space that defies trends and remains classic enough for mom but cool enough for them. A fun towel discovered on vacation in Nantucket was the JEANNIE BALSAMinspiration for the color scheme combining bright fuchsia with inky blue andtouches of turquoise. The tight color palette was set and the “wow” comes from [email protected] room being wrapped in layers of color, fabric and textures like Lucite, shag www.jeanniebalsam.comand mirror. Incorporating vintage lighting and accessories harken to a time when 930 Green Bay Rd.the house was built. Suite 2N Winnetka, IL 60093Girls love to lounge in their rooms, expressing their personalities with the display 847-441-5228shelves and bulletin boards. The custom campaign style “dual-desk” and largeart deco inspired dresser between the beds maximizes functionality and room for 2015 Lake Forest Showhouse & Gardensthe shared space. The wall canopies were a design admired for years and offerthe perfect opportunity to showcase this tented element. It takes advantage of 61the slanted ceiling while making the sleeping space cozy. The icing on the cakeis that this energetic yet sophisticated design can take them all the way to college. . . Palm Beach Preppy meets The North Shore!SOURCES: Fabrics, wallcovering: Quadrille Fabrics; headboard, window seat fabric: RobertAllen; fabric on custom lucite benches: Opuzen; trim partner: Samuel & Sons; carpet floorcovering: Deerpath Carpet; bedding, pillows; Bedside Manor; custom desk, dresser: JeannieBalsam; paper artist: JR’s Wallpapering; decorative paint artist: Dee Benish: painter: BillErnst; upholsterer: Keith Decker; electician: Remi: accessories: Julie Gordon from The Find;picture hanger: Jay Thompson; Tres Jolie workroom; paint: Farrow & Ball (trim, ceiling:All White; door: Hague Blue; see page 32).

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interiorsGirl’s Dressing Room 15The designer collaborated with Closetworks to design a joyous nest of KENDELLE CORNETTE organizing delight. The youthful sweep of Farrow and Ball’s new color, INTERIORS “Yellow Cake” brings a fresh glint of sunlight. Spring skies are felt throughthe blue ground of Farrow’s Tessella wallcovering. The tactile texture of sisal floor KENDELLE CORNETTEcovering adds visual warmth. The fabulous sun sphere chandelier offers not onlyillumination but a juxtaposition of shape and sheen. A ladies’ closet is a vault [email protected] all things one deems lovely. This dressing room offers the harmony of a place KENDELLECORNETTE.COMfor everything and everything in its place. 777 N. Green Bay Rd.SOURCES: Custom mirrors, lighting, flooring, accessories: Kendelle Cornette Interiors; Lake Forest, IL 60045custom closet system: Closetworks-Sue Trainor; fabrics: Robert Allen Design Group; customdrapery workroom: Lori J. Harris; paint and wallcovering: Farrow & Ball (wallpaper: 847-338-5885Tessella BP3605; trim and ceiling: Yellow Cake; see page 32). 2015 Lake Forest Showhouse & Gardens 63

GRIFFITH, GRANT & ®LACKIE REALTORS® ®A TRADITION OF TRUST SINCE 1903 My Clients Say It Best! 2015 Lake Forest Showhouse & Gardens 64 I just wanted to say Thank YOU!!! Your excellent service, frequent com- munication, professionalism and dependability, made the buying process so much easier. You went above and beyond and we will certainly recommend your services to anyone that is interested in buying or selling. With sincere regards and heartfelt thanks! ~MS Kim Campbell | 312-434-9372 | [email protected] Mindful comes from my family’s Scottish Coat of Arms. It represents who I am as a person and Realtor. I am mindful of all that is going into your decision whether it is to buy or sell your home. The stress of moving, but the fun of looking, the concern of change, but the joy in the opportunity. I do understand because I have struggled with this myself. Let me assist you in this process.©2015 Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate LLC. All Rights Reserved. Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage fully supports the principles of the Fair Housing Act and the Equal Opportunity Act. Operated by a subsidiary of NRT LLC. Coldwell Banker and the Coldwell Banker Logo are registered servicemarks owned by Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. Real estate agents af liated with Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage are independent contractor sales associates and are not employees of Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage.

interiorsBack Hall and Stairs 16Upon entering the back stair hall, one gets the sense of being on the \"other SARAH WHIT side of the house.\" A whimsical wall covering of monkeys roaming a grand INTERIOR DESIGN coliseum gives nod to a place where the servants dally and the childrenrun a little more freely. Geometric hand painted flooring along the stairs and bright SARAH VAILEwalls in Farrow & Ball's Citron exude the youthful vibrancy of the back hall. Avintage bamboo desk and gray silk chair complete the space with the perfect [email protected] gossip nook. www.sarahwhit.com 1242 N. WellsSOURCES: Wallpaper: Cole & Sons; red lantern: JM Piers; chandelier: Circa Lighting; floor Chicago, IL 60610decorative painting: Patrick Roullier; sconces and artwork: The Find; silhouette art: DMG 312-265-0918Studio; cornice fabric: Manuel Canovas; bamboo desk: Revue Antiques; desk chair: JaysonHome & Garden; dog statue: James & Jeffrey Antiques; runner: Organic Looms; paint:Farrow & Ball (walls: Citron; trim and ceiling: Wimborne White; railings: Pitch Black; seepage 32). 2015 Lake Forest Showhouse & Gardens 65

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interiorsLaundry Room 17What does the fox say . . .? Bright orange accents and a checkerboard AVENUE INTERIORS floor are certain to make laundry the favorite chore on one’s list. Mr. Fox is ready and able to assist while organized cabinetry, a hidden ELLEN DUFFY,ironing board drawer, quartz countertop, and state of the art front load steam ANNE HOOE,washer and dryer help make light of washday drudgery. A custom painted chest VICKY MCHUGHand cheerful embroidered fabric with orange pom pom trim add the finishingtouches to this whimsical space. [email protected] [email protected]: Zoffany/Harlequin/Scion/Sanderson/William Morris textiles and wallpapers: 1780 Maple, Suite 6Nancy Corzine Showroom; Mr. Fox wallpaper; Scion Collection; window fabric in Reverie Northfield, IL 60093Spice: Harlequin Collection; cabinetry: Space Organization; quartz countertop: T and M 847-446-1056Terrazzo and Marble Supply Company; counter fabrication: Tithof Tile; painted chest:Martin Wood; washer and dryer: Whirlpool Corporation; vinyl floor runner in DesignMaterials Oasis pattern and penny tile backsplash: Carpet Colors; pom pom trim: Samueland Sons Passementerie; window treatment fabrication: Custom Window Accents; sink andfaucet: Advantage Kitchen and Bath; pendant lighting: Idlewood Electric; painting andwallpaper application: Karol Painting; linens: Bedside Manor; paint: Farrow & Ball (trim:Clunch; ceiling: Pointing; see page 32). 2015 Lake Forest Showhouse & Gardens 67



interiorsTeen Retreat 18The Teen Retreat is a clean studio-like space; a blank canvas, with the latest COURAGE & CO. in technology while encouraging the somewhat lost art of social interaction. The high gloss white walls and stark white shag rug provide a fresh AMY COURAGEenvironment for the main room seating, a distressed black leather Chesterfieldsofa. Classic white leather reproduction Eames chairs complete the seating area [email protected] a ventless fireplace and flat screen. Custom-made game board cubes offer www.courage-and-co.comteens a place to put up their feet and have some fun. 817 Elm St., Suite 206A live edge ash table and lucite desk chairs provide a work surface for projects Winnetka, IL 60093and computing, while an upholstered swing hung on steel cables recreates 434-806-3334childhood memories. Courage & Co designed the industrial chic chandelier andreading lights to lend a modern, whimsical feel to the space. Michael Smith, an 2015 Lake Forest Showhouse & Gardensartist with Chicago based Project Onward, was commissioned to create the life-size pastel figures that enliven the space and remind teenagers that “life is a great 69big canvas, and you should throw all the paint on it you can”–Danny Kaye.SOURCES: Rug, dog bed: PaulineGrace; chesterfield sofa: Cococo Home: reproduction Eameschairs: Artis Décor; game cubes: Carson Maddux/Dock 6; work table: Woodland CreekFurniture; lucite chairs: All Modern Furniture; swing: Parkwest Furniture; cable support:Cable Design & Fixture; zinc end tables; Alexis Vintiques; magnetic dry erase board:Worthington Direct; message pendant light: Custom Courage & Co.; custom floor lamps:Photonic Studio; switches, outlets: Legrand; ventless fireplace: Kathleen Pope of HearthCabinet; custom pillows: Courage & Co.; artwork: Michael Smith of Project Onward,Chicago; framing: Cable Design & Fixture; contractor: Plunkett Builders, Inc.; paint: Farrow& Ball (ceiling, walls, trim: All White; shutters: Pitch Black; see page 32).

®/™ ©2015 Jenn-Air. All rights reserved. THE ONLY REFRIGERATOR THAT GIVES YOU THE CHILLS. Introducing the Obsidian interior. Food has never looked so beautiful—dramatically illuminated by LED lighting and kept fresh with advanced climate control. Now in a built-in refrigerator with details that thrill, every time you open its doors. jennair.com/obsidian

interiorsMudroom & Powder Room 19Practicality determines MUDROOM essentials but the designers wanted to WILEY DESIGNS, LLC add elements of character to this all important family hub. A stenciled Moroccan mosaic was created along the window wall and as a border around BETH BOYDthe room, to fabulous effect. The bench is custom, as is the desk, which does double MARY SHEAduty as a concealed charging station for electronics. USB ports are built directlyinto the wall as is a pop-out electrical outlet. Elizabeth Boyd’s artwork captures [email protected] and light exquisitely. The eclectic mix of industrial, traditional, rustic and www.wileydesignsllc.comthoroughly modern elements blend functionality with beauty. 416 Ravine Drive Highland Park, IL 60035SOURCES: Custom desk and bench: Charles Sansone cabinetry, woodwork; rug: Oscar 847-266-8991Isberian Rugs; wall and pendant lights: Circa Lighting; artwork: Elizabeth Boyd; coat racks:Crate & Barrel; stencil mosaic: Liz Bail; painting: Schmidt & Company Painting; switches 2015 Lake Forest Showhouse & Gardensand outlets: Legrand; stone flooring: Paris Ceramics; paint: Farrow & Ball (walls: Skylight;bench: Cook’s Blue; trim: Wevet; see page 32). 71Crisp, modern lines define the POWDER ROOM. The colors, textures, and fixtures have minimal detail yet strong presence. Lest the elements run too strong, the sconces in the water closet provide both a sense of whimsy andfemininity as well.SOURCES: Tile, faucet, sink and vanity: Kohler; ceiling lights, vanity sconces: CircaLighting; wall sconces: Bradley USA; switches, outlets: Legrand; rug: Oscar Isberian Rugs;painting; Schmidt & Company Painting; artwork: Elizabeth W. Boyd; stone flooring: ParisCeramics; paint: Farrow & Ball (walls: Calluna; trim: Wimborne White; see page 32).

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interiorsKitchen 20Christopher Peacock’s collaboration with the Lake Forest Showhouse CHRISTOPHER marks the debut of his new “Lambourne” collection, which is a fresh take PEACOCK HOME on classic traditional fitted furniture. “Though state-of-the-art, I designedthe kitchen to look as though it belongs in a house from the late 1920s,” explains chicagoinquiries@Christopher. The kitchen features a combination of beautifully crafted natural ash peacockhome.comand warm earthy taupe and white painted cabinetry with brass hardware designed www.peacockhome.comand chosen by Christopher for its age appropriateness. The countertops are a white 222 Merchandise Mart Plazaand black stone and a kitchen island provides seating for up to three. To allowmore light in through its many windows, Christopher opened up the kitchen by Suite 148removing its low hanging archways. Beautiful weathered oak floors complete the Chicago, IL 60654look of this dream kitchen, a comfortable and inviting gathering place for friendsand family. 312-321-9500SOURCES: Cabinetry and decorative hardware: Christopher Peacock Home; island lightfixture: Remains; appliances: Jenn Air; countertops and backsplash: Caesarstone; woodflooring: Exquisite Surfaces; island chairs: accessories: William Sonoma, KitchenAid;plumbing fixtures: Rohl; light switches: Legrand; paint for cabinetry, wall & trim: Farrow& Ball (walls: Off White; cabinets: White Tie; island: Mouse’s Back; see page 32). 2015 Lake Forest Showhouse & Gardens 73

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interiorsFamily Dining Room 21The Family Dining room was designed for unique family dining experiences LORI LENNON + as well as formal intimate dinner parties. The silk drapery treatment, with ASSOCIATES its attractive shade of taupe and embroidered floral lilies in a shade oforange/red creates a stunning focal point! LORI LENNON, ASIDMoldings and casings framing the doorways were applied on the window seat [email protected], creating a charming and traditional elegance. All the trims are painted to 350 S. Ashland Ln.perfectly match the drapery background. The wall covering, with its subtle textureand sheen, provides the perfect background to highlight the oil paintings, one Lake Forest, IL 60045an explosion of floral blossoms and the other a serene landscape scene, by artist 847-482-0165 (O)Joann Rea. The sophisticated designed furnishings add a contemporary modern 847-482-0166 (F)flair. The space is balanced by the elegant skirted table setting anchored by thesmashing rosewood Klismos dining chairs. The dining experience is illuminated 2015 Lake Forest Showhouse & Gardensby the exquisite hand blown glass waterfall chandelier. 75SOURCES: Console table, Tom Corbin Bronze, accessories: Holly Hunt; oil paintings: Artist,Joann Rea; curved buffet: Lee Weitzman Furniture; drapery fabric: Rome; table cloth,pillows; Fabricut-Decorative Fabrics; rug: Unique Carpets; rug border: Area International;dining chairs: Emerson Bently; drapery, pillows workroom: Evmar Interiors; fabricottomans, chairs: Schumacher; round tufted ottomans: Quiltmaster; black vases, stemware:Lalique Decoratives; three black vases: Kenneth Ludwig Home Furnishings; wallcovering:Innovations; faux artist: Bozena Kapcia–R&B Faux Studio; accessories: The Find; acrylicdrapery rod/finials: Brimar; table china: Char Crews; floral arrangement: Prairie Basket–Floral Designs; chandelier: Michael Taylor Designs/SeripOrganic Lighting; drapery lining:Norbar Fabrics; paint: Farrow & Ball (walls: Stoney Ground; ceiling: Lime White; page 32).



interiorsGreat Room 22The Great Room showcases historic and classic design elements. The multiple SCOTT ARTHUR conversation areas are ideal for family retreats and recreation. The Great YERKEY DESIGN Room is saturated with sophisticated fabrics including natural andtextured linens, velvets and leather accents. Soft colors such as beige, taupe, grey SCOTT A. YERKEYand camel, along with sophisticated furniture and comfortable seating, result inan elegant and inviting space for entertaining, conversing or simply relaxing. [email protected] www.scottarthuryerkey.comSOURCES: Fabrics and trims, sofa, tufted lounge chairs, hassocks, tufted ottoman, dolphin 73-111 El Paseo Drive, Suite 107chairs, French chairs, fireplace chair, drapery and pillows: Kravet Culture; piano chairfabric: Clarence House; sofa, tufted lounge chairs: Lillian August Fine Furniture/deAurora; Palm Desert, CA 92260fireplace chair and hassocks: Stanford Furniture/deAurora; fireplace open back chair: 760-346-8800 Palm DesertRandolph & Hein/deAurora; game table, console and bookcase: deAurora; game chairs andacrylic side table with onyx top: Scott Arthur Yerkey Furniture/deAurora; dolphin chairs, 312-771-3538 ChicagoFrench chairs, coffee table and bench at fireplace: Scott Arthur Yerkey Design/Upholstry byAnita; tree wallpaper: Cole& Son/Lee Jofa; 50 million year old fossil murals, oil paintings 2015 Lake Forest Showhouse & Gardensand framed lithographs: Filsinger Gallery/Palm Desert, CA; area rug: Tufenkian; draperyhardware: Kravet Hardware; drapery and pillow workroom: Primo Interiors; drapery 77installatioin: Otto’s Drapery Installatioin; painting and wallpapering contractor: NewConcept 180; bar cabinetry: Rose Custom Cabinets; delivery and installation: R & RDesigner Delivery; sconces: New Metal Crafts; accessories: Scott Arthur Yerkey Design;paint: Farrow & Ball (walls and trim: White Tie; fireplace: Mouse’s Back; doors: Pitch Black;wallpaper: Bumble Bee; see page 32).

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interiorsWest Entrance, Upper Hall 23The designer’s inspiration for these spaces lies within the rich earthy tones LRS INTERIORS INC. and texture of the handcrafted Saltillo floor tile, and Tudor architecture. The iridescent glass chandeliers, hand knotted Tibetan rugs, and natural sisal LOREN REID SEAMANstair runner add warmth to the space. The oatmeal tone of the drapery panelsoffer a rich contrast to the deep mahogany paint that defines the diamond shaped [email protected]. At every step, there is something to entertain the eye. As one reaches www.lrsinteriors.comthe top landing, a private writer’s retreat awaits. The cozy leather chair is a perfectspot to get lost in a favorite book while the writing desk helps one resurrect the 601 West Campus Drivelost art of hand written notes. Suite A1SOURCES: Fabric, hardware and window treatment trim: Robert Allen; fabrication: The Arlington Heights, IL 60004Drapery Source; chandeliers, desk, chair: George Smith; ottomans: LRS Interiors; pedestal 847-550-6363fabric/faux leather: Robert Allen; fabrication: Quiltmaster area rugs: Tufenkian Carpets;stair runner: Stark Carpet; artwork and accessories: LRS Interiors; electrical, painting, paperhanging: The ABL Group; stair runner measure, installation; Northern Carpeting; bindingand installation: Eloquence Carpet; delivery: Elite Designer Services; can lighting: IdlewoodElectric; picture framing: Creative Edge; wallcovering and paint: Farrow & Ball (wallpaper:BP1382; walls: Mahogany; ceiling: Elephant’s Breath; see page 32). 2015 Lake Forest Showhouse & Gardens 79

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interiorsWest Powder Room 24The West Powder Room’s classic nod to vintage Palm Beach provides a bright, SOUTHERN MANNER crisp elegance to this welcoming space. High gloss woodwork, vibrant ANTIQUES & DESIGN lacquered finishes, and pops of indigo add drama to the design. Ming accentsinspired by the antique reproduction wallcovering enhance the interest and whimsy BETH LAMOTTEof an otherwise utilitarian space. Finally, the combination of contemporary quartziteand touches of gold, paired with antique rugs and accessories, balances the design [email protected] complete this fresh, classic look. 596 Locust StreetSOURCES: Vanity, faucet, toilet: Kohler; quartzite countertop: Lewis Floor & Home; fabric: Winnetka, IL 60093F. Schumacher & Company; trim: Samuel and Sons; vintage Gampel-Stoll pineapple mirror: 847-302-5808Circa Who; painting/wallcovering installation: Kowalewski & Olsen Decorating; terryclothtowels: Waterworks; Pique handtowels: Grace Hayes; carpentry: Karol Painting andRemodeling; ottoman: custom design by Southern Manner; fabrication: Daniel Maldonadoupholstery; modern art: Design Legacy by Kelly O’Neal; brass moonstone box: AddisonWeeks; antique art, accessories, rugs, furniture, lighting and floral: Southern Manner; paintand wallcovering: Farrow & Ball (wallpaper: Shouchikubai BP 4501; trim and ceiling: AllWhite; trim: Skimming Stone: see page 32). 2015 Lake Forest Showhouse & Gardens 81

WS WALKER SIMMONS DESIGNSPHONE 312 664 4646 [email protected] photo by Jenifer Jordan for \"Been There Shot That\".

interiorsDen 25The den is a place to read, catch up on emails, watch the morning news with WALKER SIMMONS a cup of coffee or enjoy an evening glass of wine. A feeling of the past was DESIGNS, LLC created by using classic patterned curtains and 19th century style barrelback chairs. Contemporary light fixtures add a touch of freshness while still paying ANDRE WALKERhomage to the home’s English Tudor architectural bones. DAVID SIMMONSThe color palette is a mixture of light to dark grays, with off-black as a strong [email protected] color for the wood trim and natural woven shades. Royal blue tones used 1555 N. Astor, 5 NEthroughout the space add a richness and vibrancy. Chicago, IL 60610 312-664-4646SOURCES: Chesterfield sofa: John Rosselli; sphinx arm chairs: JAB through Fabricut; barrelback chairs fabricator, fabric: Cisneros Upholstery, Kravet; library table: Walker SimmonsDesigns, Josef Kolano; bent wall lamp, industrial chandelier: WorkStead; curtain fabric:Gaby’s Shoppe; woven shades: Horizons Window Fashions; drapery construction: MaritaDesigns; painting: DiVinci Painters; paint: Farrow & Ball (walls and ceiling: CornforthWhite; trim: Off-Black; blue stripe: Drawing Room Blue; see page 32). 2015 Lake Forest Showhouse & Gardens 83

We congratulate the2015 Lake Forest Showhouse & Gardens Committee for their hard work and dedication to the women and children of the Infant Welfare Society of Chicago! 920 South Waukegan Road, Suite 300 Lake Forest, Illinois 60045 847-234-9500 - www.edwardjacks.com

interiorsMan Cave 26In order to transform the second-floor office into a man cave, the traditional MIKEL WELCH DESIGN space was given an updated floor plan that maintained its stately air while adapting to its new social role as the ultimate place to relax and unwind. MIKEL WELCHRemoving the desks and bookshelves on the northern wall allowed access to themain seating area and the inclusion of a recreational, yet sophisticated, pool table. [email protected] western wall’s shelving was reimagined as a sleek dry bar that serves as a www.MikelWelch.comstriking focal point. 3963 W Belmont Ave., Unit 119SOURCES: Sofa and coffee table: Montauk Sofa; wool & silk rug: Tufenkian Carpets; Chicago, IL 60619console/side tables: Jean de Merry; antiqued burnished gold mirror: Bradley; custom 678-360-1461upholstery: Eli Wyn Upholstery; chairs: Ebanista; drapery, solid fabric and leather: FishmanFabrics; decor/accessories: Anna's Mostly Mahogany; custom John Hughes painting: SergioQuinones; artwork: Bradley; paint: Farrow & Ball (walls and trim: White Tie; see page 32). 2015 Lake Forest Showhouse & Gardens 85

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interiorsMan Cave Bar & Bath 27The Man Cave Bar and Bath area completes the masculine feel of the upstairs JOEY LEICHT DESIGN retreat, as one enters through the arched entry. The rich wall covering resembles an unrolled cigar, which is mixed with warm gold tones JOEY LEICHTthroughout. This dark and cozy space makes one want to sit and relax whileenjoying a glass of wine or cognac or lighting a cigar. It is the perfect spot to [email protected] one’s feet up at the end of a long day. www.joeyleicht.com 1238 W. Argyle, Suite 2SOURCES: Wallcoverings: York at Area International; bathroom tile: Artistic Tile; all tilework: WOW Group: plumbing fixtures and cabinetry: Kohler at Studio 41; sconces: Casella Chicago, IL 60640at Area International; arm chairs, lantern and floor mirror: Ebanista; fabrics and trims on 312-752-0294arm chairs: Fabricut; pillow fabric: Fortuny at Holland & Sherry; highback chair: Jean deMerry; hand-dipped ombre throw: Holland & Sherry; fireplace: Dimplex; custom art: LineThelen; accessories: Lalique Decoratives; wet bar tile: Ann Sacks; wine fridge withincorporated humidor: Sub Zero at ABT; console/writing desk and table lamp with shade:Ebanista; window treatments: Cynthia Keltz Designs; roman shades: Mokum by Holly Hunt;paint: Farrow & Ball (walls and trim: Charleston Gray; see page 32). 2015 Lake Forest Showhouse & Gardens 87

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boutiqueBoutique 28Before leaving the main house, please be sure to stop by the Showhouse DIG GARDEN DESIGN Boutique. We're freshly stocked with a wonderful selection of home and garden accessories, mirrors, furniture and more! MARNI MARQUARDT WILSON 847-702-9772There's something for every budget and taste. Treat yourself or surprise someonewith a delightful gift.This year we are also pleased to welcome Alessandra Branca to our space. Inaddition to our exciting collection of goods, we are featuring furnishings,antiques and lighting from Ashley & Sloane, Anna's Warehouse & Marketplace andVintage Pine, all of whom are generously donating a portion of their sales toInfant Welfare.The boutique will be open during regular showhouse hours. We look forward toseeing you!Boutique CourtyardElegant containers are planted with the season’s brightest colors, softening thebold edge lines that define this courtyard. 2015 Lake Forest Showhouse & Gardens 89

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gardensWest Bluestone Terraces 1The existing bluestone terrace and surrounding dry-set flagstone retaining SCHMECHTIG wall located along the south side of the house between the living room and LANDSCAPE the expansive rear yard was in need of significant cleaning, repair andenhancing. MICHAEL SCHMECHTIGTo revitalize this sunken space, an accent rug of bluestone chip was created and mschmechtig@framed by a cut bluestone border to provide an interesting ground plane which schmechtiglandscapes.comhelps set the stage for the ornamental urn. In the middle of this space on an axis www.schmechtiglandscapes.comwith the living room windows, a pedestal urn has been installed to sit on a 20860 W Indian Creek Rd.bluestone pad and planted to become a striking focal feature from inside the houseas well as from the exterior. The bluestone sunken terrace and flagstone retaining Mundelein, IL 60060wall as well as beneath the specimen Japanese Tree Lilac at the SW corner of this 847-566-1233space has new plantings which add further beauty and interest to this garden. 2015 Lake Forest Showhouse & Gardens 93



gardensThe Gardens Hardscape 2The bluestone of The Garden terraces has been lifted and reset. The existing JACKSON beds have been enhanced by removing bluestone curbing for a more LANDSCAPING, INC. streamlined appearance. In addition, removal of a portion of the bluestonepatio has achieved a clean, attractive aesthetic, enhancing the sculped boxwood. DAVID JACKSONFinally, a thorough pressure washing and sand sweeping of the entire garden [email protected] required sand and snap edging throughout. To complete the hardscape, www.jacksonlandscapinginc.comone inch of compost prepared the surrounding patio beds for the landscaping team. PO Box 21Mariani Landscape and Frank Ponterio Interior Design team completed the beautiful Lake Forest, IL 60045gardens ... next page. 847-922-0854 2015 Lake Forest Showhouse & Gardens 95

Beauty through all seasons.Inspiration around each corner. Space that’s uniquely you. BY MARIANI. PRICELESS. WWW.MARIANILANDSCAPE.COM 847-234-2172

gardensThe Gardens 3Mariani Landscape and Frank Ponterio Interior Design collaborated to create MARIANI LANDSCAPE this outdoor garden that features modern elements within a classically designed layout. The home’s Tudor style lends itself to the rich plant CARRIE WOLEBEN-MEADEtapestry of the English garden created here. The design team was equally committedto giving the space a defined purpose as it was to adorning the garden with [email protected] planting. The result is an outdoor living space that invites you in. www.marianilandscape.comConversational seating groups and decorative accessories add to the garden’s 300 Rockland Rd.welcoming appeal. The axial layout and hedges help to organize bouquets of Lake Bluff, IL 60044perennials and annuals that celebrate the spring season. This revived classic garden 847-234-2172artfully combines the history of the home with the functional appeal of modernday amenities. FRANK PONTERIO INTERIOR DESIGNAn artful combination of teak and wrought iron furnishings, natural stone materialsand luxurious outdoor fabrics present a space that appeals to contemporary FRANK PONTERIOlifestyles and varied entertaining needs. The formality of bluestone terraces andboxwood hedges is offset by a modern fire pit, seating area and bar -offering two [email protected] connected and casual gathering spaces. Both transitional areas bridge www.frankponterio.comtime spent inside the home and at the pool and allow family members and friendsadditional opportunities to relax and enjoy the outdoors. 1450 W. Old Mill Road Lake Forest, IL 60045 847-234-5704 2015 Lake Forest Showhouse & Gardens 97



gardensPool Gardens 4The linear shape of the pool and bluestone terrace dictate a formality for the FERTILE LTD surrounding gardens. While keeping the linear shape and formality of this area, we played with shape and color to bring the garden to life. SUSAN BRANDSTETTER [email protected] www.fertileondiversey.com 1646 W Diversey Pkwy. Chicago, IL 60614 773-472-8733 2015 Lake Forest Showhouse & Gardens 99