Located on a premier floor inside one of Chicago’s most iconic Art Deco landmarks, the Palmolive Building, 159 E. Walton Pl., unit 20B, is a 3172-square-foot, 3 bed/3.5 bath luxury residence with pedigree and polish – and absolutely spectacular views …
As trends in home design evolve, we are seeing a heartwarming nod to the past with the comeback of the traditional keeping room. This concept, which dates back to 18th-century Colonial America, was the original open-plan living space. The kitchen’s …
Welcome to our 2024 Chicago Events Calendar featuring our favorite, not-to-be-missed events (and to be updated as new events are announced)! As a team of neighborhood experts and long-term Chicago residents, we’ve curated a list of events that are close …
Why Buy a Second Home: Understanding the Motivation Over my 40 years as a real estate broker in Chicago, I have referred hundreds of clients looking to buy a 2nd (or 3rd, 4th, etc) property to use as a family …
Embarking on a home renovation journey? Whether you’re transforming a fixer-upper or updating your current residence, it’s crucial to approach renovations with strategy and insight. This article delves into key considerations for successful home renovations, focusing on achieving a rewarding …
Join Team Dobbs as we venture through the delightful Italian cuisine that Chicago has to offer. From quaint neighborhood gems to bustling culinary hotspots, we’ve explored the city to bring you a selection of our most beloved Italian eateries, each …
What makes a home look ‘luxurious’? As a seasoned Chicago realtor with nearly four decades of experience and having seen thousands of homes, I believe it’s often not about the money spent on furnishings but about small, clever ideas that …
As we close the curtains on 2023 and enter a new year, the Chicago real estate market presents a fascinating tableau of trends and transformations. This blog post delves into the intricacies of these changes, contrasting the data from last …
Welcome to the world of ultra luxury real estate in Chicago. We’ve had the extraordinary opportunity to explore some of the most opulent homes in the city, uncovering a range of truly distinctive features meticulously crafted to indulge and pamper …
An interviewer recently asked me about my life beyond real estate and requested a one-sentence reply. How amusing. I could write a book filled with cherished memories, but for now, let’s start with this: I was born in South Deering …
