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MARKETMATERIALBright shades provide the perfect canvas for tile and stones latest selections.

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KITCHEN + BATHBold color palettes transform the homes hardest-working spaces into design showpieces.

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vintage revival A discerning eye for vintage furnishings allows a design-minded duo to curate sophisticated

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natural beautySubtle nods to the outdoors can be found throughout this Wisconsin home, creating a strong correlation between indoors and out. Written by Elaine Markoutsas / Photography by Werner Straube

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deeply rootedWith extensive plant knowledge and a creative eye, landscape designer Heather Shouse fashions one-

of-a-kind projects for her diverse clientele. Written by April Hardwick / Photography by Cynthia Lynn

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a modernist point of viewEmbracing views of the city and Lake Michigan, a Chicago apartment is updated with a modernist lean for its architect owner and his wife. Written by Laura Fisher Kaiser / Photography by Tony Soluri

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the garden partySummer is the perfect time to go au naturel, and with the latest offerings of organic fibers and wispy, playful prints leading the way, outdoor living has never looked so chic. Produced by Cara Gibbs with Mimi Faucett / Photography by Tara Striano

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lake effect Muted tones and a plethora of windows produce a North Shore home that flawlessly connects with

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2 the designer alessandra branca

What is the absolute best part of your job? I love that theres still so very much to explore in the world of design. I like to delve into new eras and genres and learn all I can, and then move onto something completely different. Theres inspiration everywhere.

In your closet: My Kelly and Birkin bags by Herms are the most prized items in my wardrobe. Ive had them for over 30 years and I never tire of them.

design pet peeve: No one should ever adopt a style that is not their ownyoull end up living someone elses life. Do what is right for you.

On your shelf: My favorite design book is A House is Not a Home by Bruce Weber. I turn to it again and again.

color palette of the moment: People are going bold with pastels, introducing them in unexpected places like on lacquered tables, mirrors and art.

Welcome trend: Ive been so amazed and pleased that my clients lately seem to be opting for smaller homes. More and more, its becoming about quality over quantity of space. Theres an increased focus on things being well-built and meticulously designed.

I own a ridiculous amount of... Pretty much everything! My home is in need of some serious editing, but Im a sentimental fool, and I have a lot of trouble learning to let go!

best way to add interest to your home: Invest in flowers and then enjoy the process of selecting them, arranging

1 the merchant jay gOltzFavorite chicago shopping destination: I love wandering along Armitage Avenue. Its in my blood; my grandfather and father had a dime store on that street, and its where I learned all about retail.

go-to event of the summer: The Green City Market represents everything thats great about Chicago. It held its cookbook launch last year at Jayson Home; it was one of my favorite parties of the season.

Whats trending: Quality. I think investing in high-end, timeless core piecesbe it a sofa or a beautifully framed work of artis so important to being happy at home.

On your radar: Roman and Williams expert transformation of the landmark Chicago Athletic Association into a boutique hotel has really got my attention.

Whats intriguing you now in the world of design? Im seeing the green shoots of a robust domestic home goods production. Made in America is coming back. I myself have many of my stores furnishings and picture frames manufactured in the United States.

Favorite item in inventory: Im an avid cyclist, so I am currently partial to our custom-framed souvenir fans from the 1930 Tour de France.

chicagos most beautiful landmark: The Carbide & Carbon Building on Michigan Avenue will never cease to amaze me. Its a remarkable example of Art Deco architecture.

Id love to switch jobs with... Thankfully, nobody I can think of.

Jay Goltz is a serial entrepreneur in the design realm, responsible for such Chicago retail institutions as Jayson Home, Artists Frame Service, Bella Moulding and Prisma Frames. He considers the bicycle to be one of the greatest inventions of all time.

Images: Counterclockwise from top: Two expertly rendered living spaces by Alessandra Branca showcase the interior designers broad range of styles. Striking, modern vignettes replete with edgy style and loads of texture from entrepreneur Jay Goltzs namesake store, Jayson Home.

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them and placing them in a space where they can change your outlook. Contemporary photography is great, too. I love Candida Hfer, Massimo listri and Robert Polidori.

dream job: Ive always wanted to restore a building by late Chicago-based architect David Adler and incorporate a collection of great contemporary art and furniture into itmuch in the spirit of Frances elkins interiors.

Alessandra Branca is a renowned interior designer and perennial pot stirrer (specializing in a mean Carbonara sauce), who calls both Chicago and New York home.

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3 the curator monique melochehappening in chicago: I could not be more excited for the citys first annual Architecture Biennial happening this fall. Im also looking forward to the David Adjaye exhibition at the Art Institute of Chicago.

For the design-obsessed: The Graham Foundation is an oft-overlooked gem that hosts amazing exhibits and public programs, investigating art and architecture in a gorgeous historical building on Chicagos Gold Coast.

having a moment: Young Jamaican artist Ebony G. Patterson has been getting a lot of attention. Museums are lining up for her intricate tapestries and glittered works on paper that tackle tough issues of gender, class and racial identity through the lens of

social media and Jamaican dancehall.

missed opportunity: I still wish I had kept the Terence Koh (then known as Asian Punk Boy) white owl shelf sculpture that I included in a group show themed around ornithology in the early years of my gallery. It ended up fetching 10 times what it was going for in 2003 at an auction years later, but I wouldve never let it go.

cant get enough of My Rick Owens leather dress from Ikram, as well as clothes from my newest fashion discovery, French designer Bouchra Jarrar.

not-to-miss event this summer: The free performances put on by the Chicago Symphony Orchestra on the lawn at the Jay Pritzker Pavilion at Millennium Park all summer long.

Keep an eye on Artists like Karen Reimer, Barbara Kasten, Diane Simpson, Carol Jackson and, particularly, Iranian artist Monir Shahroudy Farmanfarmaian, who just had her first solo show in the United States at the Guggenheim Museum. I love that the art world is recognizing so many established yet under-appreciated female artists.

Monique Meloche is the founder of an eponymous art gallery in Wicker Park where she champions artists with the same enthusiasm she mustered as a professional cheerleading instructor during her undergrad years at the University of Michigan.

4 the architect margaret mccurrySpotlight on: Jeanne Gang is having such an exciting year. Her Wanda Vista Tower is in the news again, as is the student housing project she just finished for the University of Chicago; plus, shell be presenting at the Chicago Architecture Biennial in the fall.

on your boards: Were currently working on a number of private family homes, in addition to designing an education center for the Fernwood Botanical Garden and Nature Preserve in Michigan.

What keeps you curious about design? I love to create beautiful things, but I am also constantly drawn to the problem-solving component inherent in architecture. Crafting the perfect home is a puzzle and each piece has an impact on the inhabitants quality of life and happiness.

inspiration found: There is some really interesting architecture going on in other parts of the world, like the work of architect Wang Shu who won the Pritzker Architecture Prize in 2012. He creates stunning new monuments out of the rubble of demolished structures. His practice is both sustainable and innovative.

most beautiful building in chicago: The Poetry Foundation building, designed by John Ronan Architects, is probably the most important structure thats been built in the city in years. It has the loveliest proportions and sits on its corner site in such a handsome way.

must-see destinations: The Alfred Caldwell Lily Pool at the Lincoln Park Conservancy has recently been restored, and its not to be missed. There are also few things in the city more enjoyable than taking a boat tour courtesy of the Chicago Architecture Foundation.

new release: I just lauched a second line of outdoor furniture for Landscape Forms, titled Windmark. Its really fun and whimsical.

Margaret McCurry is the principal architect of Tigerman McCurry Architects. To date, shes only ever lived in homes that were designed and built by herself, her husband or her father, also architects.

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Brought together by a love of all things textile, Stacy Waggoner and Kate Reynolds teamed up to create a cutting-edge design studio offering fabrics, rugs and wallpaper motifs from top designers around the world. Now, almost a decade later, Studio Four NYC boasts some of the hottest names in textile design alongside emerging talents, with much of the duos success lying in their creative acuity for partnering with artists, innovators and risk-takers. This summer, Studio Four releases three not-to-be-missed lines that fit just that mold.

Designer-painter Rebecca Atwood first burst onto the scenepaintbrush in handcaptivating her Instagram audience one bespoke pillow and dreamy watercolor print at a time. Her artistry soon led to a partnership between Atwood and Studio Four, one that has since developed into a blooming design venture as the Cape Cod native sets to release her debut collection of hand-painted and marbleized fabrics with the studio. Her textiles are so chic and livable, says Reynolds. Be on the lookout for her wallpaper collection to launch soon.

Just when you thought leather had nothing new to offer, Brit Kleinman, of Brooklyns Avo, enters the field, proving the possibilities have only just begun: Her jaw-dropping block-printed cowhides, branded with bold, artistic patterns and daring geometrics, incorporate a touch of modernity into the timeworn material. We love leather and the luxury of something that keeps getting better with age, says Waggoner of the partnership. Brit is changing the way that people use and experience this textile.

Studio Fours next debut proves that the art of plaster isnt lost but rather in a state of renaissance thanks to Celeste Coughlin of Asterisk Designs. This doyenne of Venetian

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plaster developed a specialized technique for transcribing waxed plaster onto paper, coining a perfect science to translate this ancient (and tedious) process onto a custom roll of wallpaper. We have always loved the gorgeous, creamy texture of Venetian plaster walls, says Waggoner, and when we met Celeste we knew we were destined for something great to unfold.

With all these exciting collections debuting this season, Studio Fours Chelsea showroom is the perfect spot to garner inspiration for any and all design endeavors. Design is a luxury, says Reynolds. It should always inspire and never intimidate. ph

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Below: Clockwise from left: Storm in Sea Blue, Speckled Smoke, Petals Navy and Painted Stripe Gray & Tangerine / Rebecca Atwood / rebeccaatwood.com. Arrowhead Leather Pillow and Blue

Diamond Handpainted Rug / Avo / avoavo.com. Potato Print Blue-Slate Pillow / Rebecca Atwood / rebeccaatwood.com. Block Point Leather Hide and Indigo Resist Arrow Leather Hide and Pillow / Avo / avoavo.com. Background Wallcovering: Circuit in Stillwater / Asterisk Designs / asteriskdesigns.com.

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THE SURF CLUB MIAMIAn infamous, members-only social club that once entertained the likes of Frank Sinatra and Elizabeth Taylor is being boldly reimagined by acclaimed architect Richard Meier. Located in the South Florida town of Surfside, the Surf Club will be a visual dialogue between the old and the new, transforming the original 1930s club into a Four Seasons boutique hotel and residences. Meiers material palette will be simple: Floor-to-ceiling glass will maximize horizontal views of the Atlantic Ocean, while local surfaces, namely fl ooring of porous coral stone, will detail the exterior. Inside, handpicked furnishings will be set amidst the clean backdrop of the architects signature colorwhite. thesurfclub.com

CHICAGO ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION CHICAGO Founded in 1890 by families of American sports royalty (think Wrigley and Spalding), the Chicago Athletic Association has been a fi xture in the Windy City for more than a century. The famed location, originally designed by architect Henry Ives Cobb, has now been revamped into a luxury lifestyle hotel by design duo Roman and Williams. We were devoted to preserving the character and details of this historic building while creating a new language, say the designers. The aesthetic maintains the buildings original fi replaces with bas-relief wood carvings, expansive marble staircases and stained glass, yet speaks to classic Americana with vintage artifacts like wooden gym ladders, Victorian-inspired lighting and leather furnishings. chicagoathletichotel.com

THE PALLADIAN HOTEL SEATTLE The Palladian Hotel, established in Seattle in 1910, was named for the Palladian windows that defi ned the architecture of the time. Today, San Francisco-based designer Nicole Hollis has taken this historically signifi cant building and given it a speakeasy vibe with a sense of humor (pillows printed with Tom Sellecks portrait, for example). Reclaimed-wood headboards juxtapose crisp, white Frette linens in the guest rooms, while brass accents, velvet upholstery and a tufted-leather check-in characterize the lobby, with the hotels original doors standing at the entrance of the gym. Ornamented by custom Ladies & Gentlemen light fi xtures, Hollis warm yet playful interiors program boasts a quintessential Seattle feel and refl ects the pulsating street culture found just outside. palladianhotel.com

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A HISTORICAL HAVEN IN A SEAPORT CITY, AN ACCLAIMED ATHLETIC CLUB AND A 1930S BEACHSIDE REFUGE ARE ALL GIVEN NEW LIFE BY SOME OF THE BEST NAMES IN DESIGN.

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URBAN BOY MEETS RENAISSANCE GIRL IN DESIGNER WINDSOR SMITHS EPONYMOUS DEBUT COLLECTION FOR ARTERIORS.

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I WANT MY PIECES TO FEEL LIKE SOMETHING YOU WOULD HAND DOWN TO THE NEXT GENERATION.-WINDSOR SMITH Athena & Atlas Sconces / Windsor Smith Collection for Arteriors / $675 each / arteriorshome.com.

I want my pieces to feel like something you would hand down to the next generation, explains designer Windsor Smith in reference to her new 40-piece collection for Arteriors. Brimming with furnishings, lighting and home accents in a range of tonal golds, mixed metals and varied marbles, the line fl irts between masculine and feminine dichotomies. Case in point: Smiths Athena sconce (shown here in silver) was inspired by the delicate drop of an earring, while the Atlas sconce (shown in gold)

reveals the same caged form but in a more industrial, geometric outline. It is through shape and silhouette, says Smith, that instant sculpture is evoked. Laced with neoclassical and Greco-Roman infl uences, the collection leaves a rich patina in its wake, beckoning centuries past while maintaining modern relevance. My goal was to reinterpret traditional in a beautiful, lasting way with utilitarian pieces that are meant to be used and not thought of as too precious, Smith explains. Mission accomplished.

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the Latin american art Museum in Miami will feature sculpture on its expansive cantilevered terraces to extend the experience outdoors.

boom townwhat was once a static cityscape radiates with new energy as miamiand its proliferating skylinegets its place in the sun.

theres something special brewing in Miami. a city known for its sultry year-round summers and pulsating nightlife has quickly become a seedbed for culturati and starchitects the world over. case in point is the proposed Latin american art Museum, whose imposing layered structure, shown here, by New York- and Mexico city-based FR-ee/Fernando Romero enterprise will house the private collection of art aficionado Gary Nader upon its opening in 2016. Joining the grand landmark is a dizzying register of new permanent installations that will soon dot the skyline; the renowned names behind them reading like the roll call for a gathering of modern architectures brightest

stars: Rem Koolhaas (Faena Forum), Norman Foster (Faena house), Zaha hadid (1000 Museum condos), Jeanne Gang (Sweetbird South Residences) and arquitectonica (Brickell city centre), to list a handful. even hollywood heavy hitters like The Great Gatsby director Baz Luhrmann and his set designer wife, catherine Martin, are lending their fanciful design vision to the interiors of what will become the Faena hotel, one of the elements making up the much-anticipated Faena district in Miami Beach, a fantasyland dreamed up by argentine developer alan Faena set to include hotels, residences, retail and an art and culture forum. its safe to say that Miami is architectures new muse.

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Your new fine art series focuses on exotic animals in unexpected places. What inspired the collection? Since living in Los Angeles, Ive always enjoyed the quick escape to the desert, and the Parker Palm Springs has been my longtime favorite hotel there. This was a chance to let my imagination run wild, and apparently it ran right into a menagerie of wild animals enjoying the hotel with me.

How did animals become your muse? I have a deep love for flamingos and penguins and couldnt stop envisioning them on the property. Working with them and the capuchin monkey, zebra and baby giraffe was so much funI wish I could live in this fantasy every day.

Any divas on set? We had trainers to direct the crew and myself on how to interact with them to keep them as happy models. Zack the zebra wasnt much of a fan of the balloons, as they kept popping, but he was a professional and we got the shot.

Images of animals in dreamlike settings are one part of your repertoire, but youre also known for aerial shots of beach scenes. How do you capture the perfect composition? When Im in the air, people and objects begin to stand out and

form patterns below. Once Im up there, everything magically comes together visually for me and Im able to capture the natural art that is being created below in the distance.

Whats the most daring stunt youve done to get the perfect shot? Standing on a 10-foot inflatable boat in the waters of Antarctica, shooting beach balls up against icebergs the size of a skyscraper that could break apart at any moment. It was the thrill of a lifetime.

Youve said your favorite part of your job is getting to see the world. Can you offer a piece of travel advice to those filled with the same wanderlust? If youre ever in Bhutan, you must visit the Tigers Nest Monastery, one of the countrys most sacred religious sites. Built in the 8th century on the side of a cliff, it is something of another world.

Photographer Gray Malin journeys to far and away places, capturing eccentric moments that spark fantasy and wonder, like llamas adorned in balloons amidst Bolivias salt flats, or rainbow-hued sheep in Australia. In his new fine art series, Gray Malin at the Parker, he keeps his zest for adventure close to home, shooting at the Parker Palm Springs as exotic animals playfully explore the iconic resort that unites luxury with amusement. Malin put down his camera to discuss the enchanting series, where monkeys are bellhops and giraffes are the guests, temporarily on view at the hotel. With an infectious joie de vivre, he proves the old adage: not all who wander are lost. he

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Its fantastic to drift and just let a place wash over you, designer Tracey Boyd says of her approach to travel. Until recently, her chances to do just that were rare. As the creative director of the coveted fashion label Boyd, she was constantly in motion, creating edgy yet feminine clothing. Her singular visionone collection featured fleece ball gownswon her a New Generation Designer of the Year honor at the 2000 Rover British Fashion Awards, along with a devoted international following, but little time for anything else. When I moved into a more organic way of designing, I decided to go on trips for two or three months, she says. I wanted to go deeper. This change of focus yielded Aboydbazaar, a collection of clothing and accessories influenced by her biggest passions: life, travel, art and fashion.

Since then, Boyd has been busy soaking up the worlds sights and sounds, be it the modern shapes of Singapores skyline or the traditional beading practices in Penang. India remains a favorite destination and a constant source of inspiration. Its such a place of contrast, says Boyd. When Im there, I have too many ideas. I have to file them away and then come home to make sense of them. With the luxury of time, the designer can now absorb the lessons from her travels and incorporate them into her work, such as in her latest venture, Boyd, a line of furniture inspired by her journeys and currently available through Anthropologie. Im obsessed with finding out how things are done but looking at them in a contemporary way, she says. Then, I put my own spin on them.

Next on Boyds itinerary? Shes heading to the U.S., where shell launch Boyd with Resource Decor at High Point Market in October. Imbued with color and texture, the line mixes modern and traditional shapes in materials ranging from lacquer and metal to concrete and shells. Before that, however, shell pack a bag with a sketch pad, a few of her Aboydbazaar shirts, a collection of black and white beads and a beloved Dries Van Noten scarf and head to Puglia, in Southern Italy, to a convent that was reinvented as a hotel. Its filled with tribal art, textiles and miles of books on art, sculpture and furniture. Its like having a holiday in the most fabulous library with incredible food and beautiful gardens, says Boyd. Its a mixture of work and play and sums up my ideal way to travel.

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WHO: Elizabeth Cronin, a Chicago fl orist whose artistic view is apparent in her striking Instagram feed thanks to her creativity and eye for capturing all things beautiful and outside the box.

WHAT: Expect to see plenty of Cronins signature fauna, bling, color and texture, all of which highlight the flowers she works with and their true and natural beauty.

WHY: Through her lens, Cronin gives an exclusive look into her Asrai Garden shop and at the magnificent arrangements she produces each day for some of Chicagos most exclusive events.

IN HER WORDS: I take all of my photos on my iPhone. My Instagram account is the most accurate depiction of my home and life. Plus, its where people can get a sneak peek at whats going on at the storewith everything that is new and now. BLU

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Using a wide range of materialsfrom porcelain, marble and alabaster to bronze, silver and cast glassKelly Wearstlers newest lighting collection for Visual Comfort & Co. delivers a heavy dose of the designers signature California cool. Her edgy perspective is thoroughly felt in each of the collaborations off erings, which span eight diff erent product lines, each with its own unique point of view inspired by Wearstlers vintage jewelry collection, love of texture and fascination with iconic architecture through history. kellywearstler.com; visualcomfort.com

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For many years, the Main Branch of the Chicago River was all work and no play: serving as an engineered channel that would help facilitate the industrial transformation of the city. Today, the Chicago Riverwalks mission is to reclaim the waterfront and bring the once-bustling port back to the people. Leading the charge, the Department of Transportation, in conjunction with acclaimed architecture fi rms Sasaki Associates and Ross Barney Architects, as well as the Benesch engineering fi rm, has begun work to transform the 3.5-acre strip of riverfront between State and Lake streets into an outdoor mecca, comp

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