DreamHome 2011

Yesterday I went to visit the new DreamHome at the Merchandise Mart.  DreamHome is a staged home set up inside the Mart and twice a year they choose different designers to design each room. 
I took some pictures on my phone but they were so terrible and grainy I decided to share these (from the website) instead, still not the best quality.
This was a close second for favorite. The foyer. Up close the wainscoting had the most beautiful texture, almost like an antique tin and the most beautiful chandelier.
Loved this space. Industrial and rustic.

Liked this. Mix of neutrals, pink and blue but it still didn’t have a wow factor to me.

Bedroom was pretty, nothing crazy exciting.

Dressing room was by far the highlight. Check out that gorgeous artwork.

The kitchen was beautiful but a little formal and traditional for my taste. But the marble dog bowls (far right) are incredible.
It’s so much fun to see all the different designers takes on these spaces. If you’re in the Chicago area I definitely suggest checking this out in person, its free and open to everyone.

Chicago Finds: Antique Malls

This past weekend I finally went out and really explored Chicago’s antique shops and I am so glad I did. I can’t believe it took me this long… I only bought a couple small things for myself, but I am seriously considering going back for the lucite chandy at the bottom.
Here is what I got for myself:
a little metal “a”

A precious little bowl I plan on filling with moss balls
Here are some of the goodies I sadly had to pass up:

How amazing would this piece be with a new shade and painted base?

The ikat upholstery was in perfect condition, and lucite?? Amazing.

Over a powder room sink? Yes please.

 And here are some I am still considering…
I am still dreaming of this piece.
 
And this guy… a lucite chandy. I need this. Problem is, I want it for my closet and its a little bit more money than I’d like to spend on my closet. Still considering.
 Best of all, the prices were really pretty reasonable. So happy to have discovered these gems. What are your favorite antique shops in Chicago? I need my next fix this weekend!  
And if you haven’t entered my Tilly Maison Giveaway, tomorrow is your last day! You don’t want to miss this!