Design

Hamptons in Highland Park

by Allison Duncan • March 1, 2021
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When Jamie Schachtel launched her line of women’s couture fashion in the 1980s, the philosophy of “more is more” defined the decade. Now, as the head designer, co-founder, and CEO…
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Coming Home

by Sherry Thomas • March 1, 2021
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North Shore living has it all—stunning architecture, world-class interiors, and splendid surroundings. Behind every swoon-worthy design piece or awe-inspiring makeover is a crew of home and design professionals who transform…
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Selling the Shore

by Sherry Thomas • March 1, 2021
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Selling real estate on the North Shore is no easy feat. It requires a professional with market expertise, deep knowledge of the area’s much sought-after offerings, sharp negotiation skills, marketing…
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Going Once, Going Twice

by Laura Layfer Treitman • March 1, 2021
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Gary Metzner is the ultimate civic-minded Chicagoan: connector, cultivator, and connoisseur. He can put together a premier art tour with local artists, dealers, and collectors at a moment’s notice, and…
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Spring Preview

by Allison Duncan • March 1, 2021
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What’s hot for the home.

ANDY MROWIEC AND MARINA CARNEY

by Sherry Thomas • March 1, 2021
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Joining forces in 1999, Carney and Mrowiec have created one of the most successful residential sales partnerships on the North Shore. With more than $780 million in career sales, this…
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ANNE DUBRAY

by Sherry Thomas • March 1, 2021
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President of The Anne Advantage Team with Coldwell Banker Realty, DuBray has been selling real estate on the North Shore for 35 years—specializing in the Village of Glenview. Why do…
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JUSTIN AND ALY TESAR

by Sherry Thomas • March 1, 2021
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This husband-and-wife team that make up The Tesar Group with Compass’s Winnetka office met while working as lifeguards in high school at the Gillson Park beach and have been together…
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DYNAMIC DUO

by Sherry Thomas • March 1, 2021
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Led by Vicki Murphy and Kendall Severson, Interior Design Partnership (IDP) is a mother-daughter design firm that specializes in creating beautiful, timeless spaces—both residential and commercial. Murphy has owned IDP…
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AMY AND DAVE CHUNG

by Sherry Thomas • March 1, 2021
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A real estate team within Compass’s Winnetka office, Dave and Amy Chung are partners in life and in business. They have a diverse professional background and love providing exceptional service…
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