Hinsdale Magazine
First Audience
How music begins at home and grows into a lifelong passion BY LAURA MICHAUD AND MELISSA G. WILSON The Living Room Debut Before there are stages, spotlights, or packed auditoriums, there is almost always a living room. Or a kitchen. Or the back seat of a car. For many performers, the first audience is family—people…
Read MoreWoodland Windows and Doors
Woodland Windows & Doors has spent more than half a century transforming homes across the greater Chicago area with quality, craftsmanship, and trust earned one project at a time. Founded in 1969 by John and Ann Mariotti, the company began in a small storefront and has grown into a respected full-service provider of replacement windows,…
Read MoreStudio41
For homeowners planning a kitchen or bath renovation, the difference between a stressful process and a rewarding one often comes down to guidance. Studio41 has built its reputation around helping clients navigate complex design decisions with clarity, confidence, and an emphasis on long-term livability. With a long-standing presence in the Chicago area, Studio41 serves as…
Read MoreReliable Home Improvement
Few home remodeling companies can point to more than five decades of continuous family leadership. For 58 years, Reliable Home Improvement has remained family-owned and operated, quietly shaping homes throughout the western suburbs. What began as a small family business has grown into one of the region’s most respected remodeling firms, guided by multiple generations…
Read MoreModerne Living
Established in August 2005, Moderne Living was created to bring refined European contemporary design to Chicago homeowners seeking modern sophistication with everyday comfort. From its inception, the company has prioritized curated furnishings and architectural elements defined by clean lines, premium materials, and enduring craftsmanship. Today, Moderne Living delivers comprehensive, high-end design solutions that extend well…
Read MoreLupfer Landscaping
During a recent journey to Japan, Lupfer Landscaping president Tom Lupfer immersed himself in centuries-old garden traditions that reshaped how he approaches landscape design. Walking through historic stroll gardens in Tokyo once built for Shoguns and Daimyo, studying the quiet restraint of Zen gardens in Kyoto, and learning directly from the experts who maintain these…
Read MoreImperial Kitchens and Baths, Inc.
60 Years of Design and Remodeling Excellence When Claire and Jim bought their home in the western suburbs, they saw a diamond in the rough. Past renovations had solved immediate needs for the home but missed out on honoring the home’s architectural spirit. When the couple was ready to create the kitchen they always envisioned,…
Read MoreHursthouse Landscape
For more than 35 years, award-winning landscape architects, contractors, and stewards at Hursthouse Landscape have taken on the challenge of creating outdoor environments that reflect a client’s vision while standing up to weather, time, and daily life. Their work blends creativity and technical expertise with a clear understanding of how homeowners truly live in and…
Read MoreCraftwood Doors & Windows
Greg Kaminski & Jakub Raniak In home design, the elements that matter most are often the ones that quietly do their job every day. Doors, windows, and architectural details influence how a space functions, how it feels, and how it ages over time. For nearly two decades, Craftwood Doors & Windows has helped shape those…
Read MoreSoré 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…
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