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New Year's Eve Celebrations Around Chicagoland
Chicago is a city that knows how to throw a party. Never is that more apparent than on New Year's Eve, when the city bursts to life with celebrations, fireworks displays and live performances. If you're wondering how to spend New Year's Eve in Chicagoland, let our real estate agents be your guides.
- New Year's Eve Fireworks - Navy Pier, 600 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611
The annual New Year's Eve Fireworks at Navy Pier promises to be one of the grandest spectacles of the year in Chicago. At 11:59 pm on December 31, fireworks will light up the sky a...
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Heated Patio Dining Options in Chicagoland
If you think winter weather means the end of outdoor dining in Chicago, think again. Pubs, cafes and restaurants all over the city offer heated patio seating, making outdoor dining an option even when the snow is falling and the wind is howling. Read on to discover our real estate agents' favorite heated patios in Chicagoland!
- Fireside Restaurant & Lounge - 5739 N Ravenswood Ave, Chicago, IL 60660
Established in 1904, Fireside Restaurant & Lounge has been a staple of Chicago's North Side for well over a century. The restaurant is nestled in the
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Holiday Décor Tips to Make Your Home Feel Festive
Our real estate agents love every season in Chicago, but there's something truly special about the holidays. From the festive lights that illuminate the Magnificent Mile to the city's official Christmas tree in Millenium Park, there's always a lot to experience around Chicagoland this time of year.
If you want to bring some of that holiday cheer into your home, here's how to deck the halls in your Chicago home this December.
- Up Your Candle Game
'Tis the season to illuminate your home with candlelight. The warm glow of candles provides a warm holiday atmosphere, especially for family dinners. Choose some lively ornamental candle holders to pair with candles in holiday colors. If you're concerned about open flames, choose a battery-powered candle — many of them are al...
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Minimalist Home Decor Tips for Every Room
Minimalist home decor is more than a trend — it's a method of simplifying your space and creating a clean, serene environment for your home. Like the Konmari Method that took the world by storm, minimalist decorating can also be a jumping-off point for self-improvement and more conscious consumption. If you're interested in bringing minimalist design into your space, here are a few tips to help you get started.
Choose a neutral color palette
Shades of white are what first come to mind when envisioning a minimalist color palette, but clean, white decor is not always the most realistic color for every lifestyle — especially one that comes with children and four-legged friends. I...
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Upgrading Your Home's Lighting Before Winter
Daylight savings time has come and gone, and we're officially in the darkest season of the year.
Don't get us wrong. Our real estate agents love winter in Chicagoland, but we could all use a little more illumination this time of year. These tips for improving your home's lighting will help you live in a brighter, cheerier space just in time for the holidays.
Let In More Natural Light
Natural light is more important than ever during the season when there isn't as much of it to go around. Depending on your home's layout, you could take advantage of sunlight from every angle, but the south-facing portions of your home tend to get the most light. Use lighter curtains for privacy, but keep thick drapes open as much as possible during daylight hours. You could als...
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