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Soré Wellness
Soré Wellness was founded on the concept of Social Rejuvenation — a lifestyle that brings together health, wellness, and meaningful connection. Shaped by early experiences with yoga, mindful living, and meditation, the vision evolved into creating a modern wellness destination that offers more than relaxation alone. Today, Soré Wellness provides an elevated space where clients…
Read MoreChad Esslinger
Esslinger Design Company Chad Esslinger has always been drawn to how things are made – and how design can balance function and beauty. With nearly 30 years of professional design experience and a background in product development, his early career was immersed in materials, form, and function. This foundation guides his work today as the…
Read MoreLaura McGreal
@properties Christie’s International Real Estate For Laura McGreal, real estate is about creating momentum in a market where waiting is rarely a winning strategy. With inventory tight and demand high, she helps clients move forward by focusing not only on what’s available, but on what’s possible. McGreal’s approach is rooted in experience. She began her…
Read MoreGet Spring Break Ready
Your Ultimate Pre-Trip Beauty Guide BY DR. CHRISTINA STEIL & DR. RACHEL BOGNET Spring break is just around the corner, and with it comes the promise of sun, sand, and relaxation. But before you can soak up the rays, you might be thinking about getting your body feeling and looking its absolute best. Forget last-minute…
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Luxury treehouses for those in search of an outdoorsy, upscale getaway BY MAUREEN CALLAHAN Downers Grove resident Mike Ambrose is a lifelong tree house expert. “My dad was a carpenter, so my buddies and I were always building forts in our yards using the odds and ends of wood he didn’t need. One actually had…
Read MoreRenovations Worth Every Dollar
The home upgrades that bring the biggest return COURTESY OF MAINSTREET REALTORS® We’ve always known that first impressions matter, but did you know the same is true of your home? Replace an outdated front door with a new steel door, and you’re likely to recoup 100% of the value when it comes time to sell.…
Read MoreBuilt for the Times
A look at how homes evolve with us BY HINSDALE MAGAZINE GROUP STAFF Home styles reflect how people live at different moments in history. From early formal houses to today’s flexible layouts, architecture has changed alongside family life, technology, and cultural priorities. These familiar home types trace the evolution of suburban living. Colonial &…
Read MoreJens Jensen
The internationally recognized landscape artist left his mark on the American Midwest BY MAUREEN CALLAHAN If you live in the Chicagoland area, you’ve probably seen the genius of visionary landscape architect Jens Jensen. His designs of outdoor spaces are nothing less than masterpieces. Born to a prosperous family near Dybbǿl, Denmark, in 1860, he grew…
Read MoreHistory in the (Re)Making
FoundersFest celebrates the early days of Downers Grove BY VALERIE HARDY Downers Grove returns to its roots during the annual FoundersFest celebration. Commemorating the village’s opening chapter and featuring its founding fathers and mothers, the weeklong series of events is a time-honored tradition for residents and merchants each spring. The 2026 FoundersFest will open on…
Read MoreKeeping the Grove Green
The Environmental Concerns Commission strives to keep our village on a green path BY MAUREEN CALLAHAN Did you know that Downers Grove has an Environmental Concerns Commission (ECC)? The group of seven members is from different backgrounds. Some have worked for the EPA, and some have business experience. Just as important are the members who…
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