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Revealed: Chicago's 50 Best of Design Winners

By J.P. Anderson By J.P. Anderson | March 3, 2022 | Home & Real Estate Feature HBCH Home Tours

From the best showrooms to the top tastemakers, these 50 people and places are shaping the design scene in Chicago.

This moody Gold Coast project by Craig & Company seduces with wallpaper by de Gournay, rug by Scott Group, table by Jean de Merry, chairs by Holly Hunt and chandelier by L’Antiquaire. PHOTO COURTESY OF STEVEN HAULENBEEK STUDIO
This moody Gold Coast project by Craig & Company seduces with wallpaper by de Gournay, rug by Scott Group, table by Jean de Merry, chairs by Holly Hunt and chandelier by L’Antiquaire.

BEST HISTORICAL RENOVATION
Tribune Tower Residences

tribunetower.com

BEST LIGHTING RESOURCE
Lightology

lightology.com

BEST FABRIC RESOURCE
Fishman’s Fabrics

fishmansfabrics.com

KING OF COLOR
Nicholas Moriarty Interiors

nm-interiors.com

Steven Haulenbeek, “RBS Cactus Lamp” (2021). PHOTO BY RICHARD POWERS
Steven Haulenbeek, “RBS Cactus Lamp” (2021)

BEST TILE SELECTION
The Fine Line

finelinetile.com

BEST CUSTOM GIFTING
Artists Frame Service

artistsframe.com

BEST HOME ACCESSORIES
Redefined Decor

redefineddecor.com

MASTER OF BATHS
Kaufman Segal Design
kaufmansegal.com

The Tribune Tower tempts residents with more than 55,000 square feet
of amenity areas on four different levels PHOTO COURTESY OF TRIBUNE TOWER RESIDENCES
The Tribune Tower tempts residents with more than 55,000 square feet of amenity areas on four different levels.

BACKYARD DREAM-MAKER
Chalet

chaletlandscape.com

BEST SURFACE SHOWROOM
Cosentino Chicago

cosentino.com

FAVORITE DESIGN DISTRICT
River North Design District

rivernorthdesigndistrict.com

MOST ALLURING NEW SHOWROOM
Roca Chicago
rocatileusa.com

exclusive to residents, the 25th-floor crown beckons with inviting seating
areas, outdoor terrace grilling, a fire pit and stunning city views. PHOTO COURTESY OF TRIBUNE TOWER RESIDENCES
Exclusive to residents, the 25th-floor crown beckons with inviting seating areas, outdoor terrace grilling, a fire pit and stunning city views.

MOST UNIQUE DESIGNER COLLABORATIONS
House of Hunt

houseofhunt.studio

BEST CUSTOM FURNITURE
Lagomorph Design

lagomorphdesign.com

BEST MODERN FURNITURE
Ligne Roset Chicago

ligne-roset.com

In this Aspen project by Kaufman Segal Design, the stunning surroundings of lush landscaping and views of the Maroon Bells peaks are matched with the bathroom’s gorgeous vanity by Colorado Architectural Millwork Supply, Antolini natural stone countertops, and Waterworks faucets and hardware. PHOTO BY DAVID O. MARLOW
In this Aspen project by Kaufman Segal Design, the stunning surroundings of lush landscaping and views of the Maroon Bells peaks are matched with the bathroom’s gorgeous vanity by Colorado Architectural Millwork Supply, Antolini natural stone countertops, and Waterworks faucets and hardware.

MOST DARING DESIGN
Roche Bobois Chicago

roche-bobois.com

THE ALL-IN-ONE
210 Design House
210designhouse.com

LARGEST ANTIQUES RESOURCE
The Golden Triangle
goldentriangle.biz

Verdant with 25 mature trees, large planting beds overflowing with flowers, and a made-for-entertaining bluestone patio, this Wilmette project by Chalet is a showstopper. PHOTO COURTESY OF CHALET
Verdant with 25 mature trees, large planting beds overflowing with flowers, and a made-for-entertaining bluestone patio, this Wilmette project by Chalet is a showstopper.

THE DYNAMIC DUO
Steve Somogyi and Filip

Malyszko, Steve + Filip Design
steveandfilipdesign.com

QUEEN OF COLOR
Jasmin Reese Interiors

jasminreeseinteriors.com

BEST SPECIALTY CLOSETS
Poliform Chicago

poliformchicago.com

Design House’s offerings include this eye-popping Snaidero ELEGANTE
Bespoke luxury modern kitchen in the custom combo of Heartwood and Ossido
Nero ceramic finishes
Design House’s offerings include this eye-popping Snaidero ELEGANTE Bespoke luxury modern kitchen in the custom combo of Heartwood and Ossido Nero ceramic finishes.

BEST KITCHEN RESOURCE
Studio41

shopstudio41.com

BEST BATH RESOURCE
Waterworks

waterworks.com

BEST NATURAL STONE
Calia Stone Boutique

caliastone.com

The Golden Triangle offers room after room of sumptuous Asian and European
furnishings

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The Golden Triangle offers room after room of sumptuous Asian and European furnishings.

ONE TO WATCH
Vintage Refined

vintagerefined.com

BEST RESIDENTIAL RESOURCE
Boffi Chicago

boffi.com

BEST HOMEGROWN PRODUCT
Gil Melott Bespoke Luz Lighting

studio6f.com

Roche Bobois’ Bombom sofa serves up serious flair.

Roche Bobois’ Bombom sofa serves up serious flair.

BEST RENOVATION TEAM
New Explode Construction

necchicago.com

MOST FABULOUS SHOWROOM UPDATE
Sub-Zero, Wolf, and Cove

subzero-wolf.com

BEST OUTDOOR RESOURCE
Mariani Landscape

marianilandscape.com

Power couple Steve Somogyi and Filip Malyszko of Steve   Filip Design. PHOTO BY KATRINA WITTKAMP
Power couple Steve Somogyi and Filip Malyszko of Steve Filip Design

BEST WALLCOVERINGS
Phillip Jeffries Chicago

phillipjeffries.com

BEST CONTEMPORARY ART
Steven Haulenbeek Studio

stevenhaulenbeek.com

BEST ART VARIETY
Gruen Galleries

gruengalleries.com

Queen of Color, indeed: Designer Jasmin Reese goes for the bold with walls in
Champion Cobalt by Benjamin Moore, an Osborne & Little wallcovering on the ceiling and a striking antique mirror in this Lincoln Park abode. PHOTO BY MICHAEL ALAN KASKEL
Queen of Color, indeed: Designer Jasmin Reese goes for the bold with walls in Champion Cobalt by Benjamin Moore, an Osborne & Little wallcovering on the ceiling and a striking antique mirror in this Lincoln Park abode.

BEST DESIGNER PAINT PARTNER
Farrow & Ball

farrow-ball.com

BEST RUGS
Oscar Isberian Rugs

isberian.com

BEST CUSTOM HOMEBUILDER
BGD&C

bgdchomes.com

Hand-constructed and handsomely patinated, the Gil Melott Bespoke Luz SC Form 9 bronze sconce adds impressive warmth to any room. PHOTO BY RYAN MCDONALD
Hand-constructed and handsomely patinated, the Gil Melott Bespoke Luz SC Form 9 bronze sconce adds impressive warmth to any room.

BEST RESIDENTIAL ARCHITECT - CHICAGO
Craig & Company

craigandco.com

BEST CARPET
STARK

starkcarpet.com

BEST FLOORING
Exquisite Surfaces

xsurfaces.com

Steven Haulenbeek’s “RBS Webcoat Lamp” from 2020 is a marvel of texture and
form. PHOTO COURTESY OF EGG COLLECTIVE
Steven Haulenbeek’s “RBS Webcoat Lamp” from 2020 is a marvel of texture and form.

BEST SPECIALTY TILE
Artistic Tile Chicago

artistictile.com

BEST FURNITURE RESOURCE
Design Center at theMART

designcenter.com

THE NEWCOMERS
Huili Feng and Ross Barney, Tumu Studio

tumustudio.com

Craig & Company decked out this multi-generational retreat in the South Carolina Lowcountry with a chandelier by Ralph Lauren, ottoman by Bunny
Williams Home and lamp by Christopher Spitzmiller. PHOTO BY LESLEE MITCHELL
Craig & Company decked out this multi-generational retreat in the South Carolina Lowcountry with a chandelier by Ralph Lauren, ottoman by Bunny Williams Home and lamp by Christopher Spitzmiller.

THE MODERN MASTER
Rae Muranski, Moderne Living

moderneliving.com

THE MAXIMALIST
Summer Thornton Design

summerthorntondesign.com

BEST TECHNOLOGY FOR THE HOME
AVDG

avdg.com

DSC_3245-Edit.jpg Rae Muranski’s discerning eye— demonstrated in these chic Italian walk-in closets, island and wardrobe with sliding doors—is at the heart of Moderne Living’s success PHOTO COURTESY OF MODERNE LIVING

THE QUEEN OF CLASSIC
Jessica Lagrange Interiors

jessicalagrange.com

THE TRANSITIONAL MASTER
Michael Abrams Interiors

michaelabrams.com

BEST DESIGN BUILD
Centaur Interiors

centaurinteriors.com

Craig & Company decked out this multi-generational retreat in the South
Carolina Low-country with a chandelier by Ralph Lauren, ottoman by Bunny
Williams Home and lamp by Christopher Spitzmiller. PHOTO COURTESY OF MODERNE LIVING
Craig & Company decked out this multi-generational retreat in the South Carolina Low-country with a chandelier by Ralph Lauren, ottoman by Bunny Williams Home and lamp by Christopher Spitzmiller.

BEST RESIDENTIAL ARCHITECT - NORTH SHORE
Morgante Wilson Architects

morgantewilson.com

BEST BEDROOM WITH A VIEW
Gemma Parker Design

gemmaparkerdesign.com



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Photography by: COURTESY OF STEVEN HAULENBEEK STUDIO; BY RICHARD POWERS; COURTESY OF TRIBUNE TOWER RESIDENCES; COURTESY OF TRIBUNE TOWER RESIDENCES; BY DAVID O. MARLOW; COURTESY OF CHALET; BY TONY SOLURI; BY JEROME NALZANO; COURTESY OF ROCHE BOBOIS; BY KATRINA WITTKAMP; PHOTO BY MICHAEL ALAN KASKEL; BY RYAN MCDONALD; COURTESY OF EGG COLLECTIVE; BY LESLEE MITCHELL; COURTESY OF MODERNE LIVING; BY TONY SOLURI