Local Heroes

As buying original, handcrafted pieces becomes more and more appealing to design enthusiasts, local furniture designers who once worked under the radar are starting to bring their work to the fore. Three new showrooms put pieces by these talented furn-auteurs within easy reach.

Mixmaster

In her relatively short career of ten years, interior decorator Jordana Joseph—whose style can be loosely described as what happens when funky-eclectic grows up—has done a little bit of everything.

Mann Power

Gutsy designer, Kara Mann a hopeless fan of skulls, leather, and rock ’n’ roll, will open a namesake showroom in River North this winter.

Quick Hits

Clark Street in Andersonville is becoming a hotspot for home accessorizing. Proving the point , here are a few of the shops.