Houzz Tour: A calming retreat in the heart of Chicago

Houzz Tour: A calming retreat in the heart of Chicago - This urban haven of relaxation designed for a suburban family whose main residence is just north of Chicago. The husband had a demanding job in the city, so the family decided to get an apartment here so they can enjoy and learn more about Chicago.

Located just off a main road in the city, this apartment is in a multifunctional building where the office spaces have been converted into private residences. Interior designer Jessica Lagrange worked with the family to make this space with three bedrooms feel like home with soothing neutrals, luxurious textiles, and minimal clean décor.

Houzz A look
Who lives here A family
Location Chicago, United States
Size 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom

The entire house has a very modern and minimal style, similar to the main residence of the customer. The decor has been kept to a minimum - the chandelier in the dining room is one of the few pieces of decorative lighting in the house.

table, oval table by UFO Emmemobili.
chair, Chair Saarinen Executive Arm by Knoll.
Chandelier, 14 Bocci Pendant Chandelier.

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The lounge Lagrange's favorite space in the house. "There is very little color used, but the mixing and matching textures and finishes really came together, she said. stainless steel, glass, lacquer, and a contrast of sharp edges and curved shapes create a visually interesting space, even without much color.

Chairs, Standard Latin president Christian Liaigre.
Sofa, personalized Beluga Sofa by Christian Liaigre.
Coffee Table, The Table Metreon by Zographos Designs Limited.

a simple wall shelf acts as a functional and decorative feature - almost like a chimney. Although his clients wanted a contemporary look, Lagrange wanted to ensure that the house was classic and stands the test of time - without having to make things too mid-century modern

The carpet in the living room. room is custom and hand dyed. It took a while to get the color just for this perfectly coordinated space.

Shelf, Shelf Bee by Niedermaier.
rug, custom carpets by Tai Ping Carpets.

other residents of the building were full of recommendations for inside the apartment, and Lagrange used many of their ideas, such as worktops and polished granite cabinets in the kitchen. Customers loved the look of stainless steel and chrome, so Lagrange installed a stainless steel backsplash.

Barstools ,.
Suspensions Bertoia counter stools, pendant Circle dance by Plug Lighting.

the size of the island was especially important, since the family love to be entertained. Lagrange incorporated a small corner to extend the play area of ​​the kitchen. It is the perfect place for a casual meal or relax with friends.

The breakfast nook is a perfect example of clean, contemporary customers. luxurious neutral fabrics cover the seats and dining chairs customized, and minimal recessed lighting was used above the table instead of a chandelier or pendant light. "Customers have seen many decorative lighting that clutter, so we only used a few pieces throughout the house, said Lagrange.

fabric on seat, Dedar, Great Plains.
Dining table, custom table by Fulton Niedermaier.

a relaxing lounge with an amazing view of the buildings Chicago high-rise is sitting next to the breakfast area . The choice of slightly darker fabric and comfortable sofa make it more functional for impromptu meetings as the other formal living room.

Carpet Atelier Lapchi.
coffee table, a custom basis by Evan Lewis, top stone customized by Poma.
knitted pouffe, CB2.

Since it is a second home, almost all furniture and decoration is new. The client's love for neutral colors and clean lines led Lagrange to shop at stores like Holly Hunt, B & B Italia, LUMINERE, Christian Liagre, and several other Italian designers.

president, high chair Metropolitan by B & B Italia.
Sofa, Mr cut by Cassina.

Although the main areas in the stick home with style always elegant and neutral, customers wanted to add some youth and fun to the room of their daughters. Color, gays textiles and funky models were chosen for this stylish room boho-chic.

fabric on the headboard, Donghia.
Carpets, Rugs by Tiki Pop NIBA.
Window treatments Missoni.
stool, stools by Bishop Ralph Pucci.

Jessica Lagrange Interiors

rooms "girls are styled to suit the needs and tastes of the girl as they grow. The color choices are bold, but still used fairly so that the design of these parts flows with the rest of the house.

Duvet, Macy.
Fabric on bedframe, Jim Thompson.
Chevet leather, leather Edelman.
rug, custom Tai Ping.

If the colors in this girl's reception area went to neutral, it could easily belong to any other room in the house.

Desk accessories, See Jane Work.
drapery fabric, Mokum.
Wallcovering, Elitis.

Jessica Lagrange Interiors

in the master bedroom, a soft gray headboard blends almost seamlessly with an organic wallpaper inspiration, while Italian luxury satin bedding is the perfect place to relax after a long day.

Carpet Atelier Lapchi.
Bed, customized by Studio Wai.
Bedside tissue, Jim Thompson.
Wallpaper, Nancy Corzine.
Photography by Werner Straube.

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