Shannon Jacobs

Moving out of state or across the country can feel like a daunting task! From moving methods to mailing addresses, we’ll help you get ready for your next adventure in a new state.

Moving anything long distance can feel like a gamble. Even well-made furniture is surprisingly fragile, and contingency plans take on a new meaning when you’re moving across the country. Here are our tips for safely moving your furniture to somewhere far away.

The start of a new year always sparks the desire to refresh and rejuvenate. Fitness centers fill up. Salon calendars crowd with new clients. And designers — professional and amateur alike — ponder home trends and design ideas for the coming months. What’s in? What’s out? We’ve got the 2023 style scoop from experts in outdoor and indoor decor, must-haves for the stylish home, and how to make it all come together.

Chicago might be called the Second City, but there’s no doubt the Illinois destination gives every other metropolitan area a run for its money. Music, art, theater, dining, recreation, pro sports powerhouses — there’s not much Chicago lacks when it comes to quality of life. But where are the best places to put down roots in the Windy City? See which areas made our top 12 list now!

As life begins to show signs of getting back to normal, home design trends are reflecting the move toward spending less time at home and more time doing the things we used to do — like date nights, rather than every-single-hour-cozied-up-with-the-family nights. We’ve checked in with a few experts to find the hottest home design trends, 2022 style. From kitchen and bath to textures and colors, here’s what’s out, what’s in, and how to decide what works for you.