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The Art of Living Well

A Conversation with Graunk Enzenberger, Partner, Minotti Chicago Article by Deanna Radulescu | Photography by Annette Patko In the world of high design, true luxury is never loud—it’s intentional, enduring, and deeply considered. Few brands embody this philosophy as effortlessly as Minotti. Founded in Milan in 1948, the family-owned Italian brand has become a global symbol of refined modern living, elevating furniture to the same echelon as haute couture, fine automobiles, and luxury...

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Inside Anthony Michael’s Timeless Design

Crafting Timeless Elegance: Inside the Visionary World of Anthony Michael Article by Deanna Radulescu | Photography by pulled from website In the world of high-end interior design, where style trends ebb and flow, few names command as much respect and admiration as Anthony Michael. For more than three decades, Michael has been transforming spaces into refined expressions of individuality and sophistication—earning his place as one of Chicago’s most distinguished design talents and a trusted...

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Where Luxury Lives: Curated Design Journey at the Mart

A curated destination where luxury design, craftsmanship, and innovation come together to elevate every space in your home. Article by Deanna Radulescu | Photography by Provided In the heart of downtown Chicago stands a design destination unlike any other:  the Merchandise Mart . A global hub for innovation, craftsmanship, and elevated living, the Mart is where vision meets execution—and where luxury homes begin their story. For our Home Issue, we hand-selected a group of exceptional design...

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Thoughtful Real Estate with Kari

Guiding Buyers and Sellers to Homes That Fit Their Lives Article by Deanna Radulescu | Photography by Provided In today’s dynamic real estate market, success is no longer defined by square footage or price point alone—it’s about alignment, intention, and lifestyle. Few understand this better than Kari Maddox, a trusted real estate advisor with @properties Christie’s International Real Estate, whose expertise spans both Chicago and Northwest Indiana. With a client-first philosophy and a deep...

Arts + Culture

Introducing Brian Hopkins

A vision for luxury living in Chicago Article by Deanna M. Radulescu | Photography by Alderman Hopkins Office In this featured interview, Alderman Brian Hopkins shared his perspective on the evolving landscape of luxury living in Chicago, with a particular focus on his ward, which encompasses some of the city’s most recognizable and desirable neighborhoods. As Chicago continues to navigate economic shifts, demographic changes, and post-pandemic recovery, the Alderman offered thoughtful...

Life + Culture

Two Forces, One City

A relationship built on mutual respect and momentum Article by Valerie Caballero | Photography by Annette Patko Chicago has a way of putting people on intersecting paths without asking permission. The city moves quickly, rewards proximity, and rarely waits for anyone to be ready. For Breanna Rose and Nick Benson, that pace wasn’t something to resist; it was something to match. They met more than five years ago, not in a moment engineered for meaning, but in the middle of ordinary movement...

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Chicago Car Collective

Sam Goodman, founder of Chicago's elite car club Article by Valerie Caballero | Photography by Bordeaux Studio-Annette Patko The first thing you notice at Chicago Car Collective is the hum of engines. Then the cars themselves. Each one is different, deliberate, precise. For Sam Goodman, the founder, it started with a single word: “wheels.” Cars have always been more than machines. They are movement, identity, freedom. Learning to drive at sixteen was a milestone, but it also marked the start...

Life + Culture

A Valentine’s Guide to Chicago’s Best Wine Bars

From intimate wine bars to beloved neighborhood favorites. Article by Valerie Caballero   All Together Now – 2119 W Chicago Ave, Ukrainian Village In a relaxed yet refined space that feels like an elevated gathering spot, this wine shop-meets-bar offers thoughtfully curated natural wines alongside artisanal cheese and snacks. The inviting wood-accented interior and approachable wine list make it ideal for those who prefer slow conversation over crowd noise. Pinot Noir or lighter reds here...

Health + Wellness

Val Oliveira

Turning Family Tradition Into Wellness Sanctuary Article by Valerie Caballero | Photography by Alexis Goettsch  Do people living in fast-paced cities ever truly know when to slow down? When the skyline is buzzing, when ambition becomes a kind of oxygen, when success demands everything—what does it mean to pause? To breathe? To honor the body that carries the dream? If you ask Val Oliveira, CEO and Founder of Brazilian Lymph Spa, slowing down isn’t a luxury. It’s a lifestyle. It’s...

Style + Beauty

A Fundae with Holly Garrard

Chicago’s Shoe “It” Girl on Style, Sustainability & Self-Care Article by Valerie Caballero | Photography by Annette Patko Step inside Fundae , the eco-conscious luxury shoe brand redefining chic, customizable footwear for women. In her multifunctional showroom-meets-studio at Chicago’s Bridgeport Art Center, founder Holly Garrard shares what it takes to build a brand as a solo entrepreneur. Balancing material experimentation with intentional craft, she centers both women and the planet in...