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As the population of Chicago's suburban communities exploded in the 1950s, so did shopping centers.  By 1950, Baird & Warner had already expanded its residential sales footprint in the suburbs with five offices: Oak Park, Winnetka, Evanston, Glen Ellyn and Park Ridge. At the same time Baird & Warner was helping buyers find a...

You're unique and one-of-a-kind — and your home should be a reflection of that. Many people put "character' high on their list of wants when they start seeking out a new place to call home, looking for unique architectural details, attention-grabbing facades, or places packed with Chicagoland history.  Of course, not every property comes pre-loaded with quirky finishes and historic features. Fortunately, there are plenty of ways to instantly add character and dimension to a property, whether you're just moving in or looking to refresh the space you've called home for years.  Ready for a place that truly tells your story? Here are a few easy and impactful ways to add character and personality to any home in no time: 

You've made your bedroom a tranquil oasis. You've crafted the cozy living room of your dreams. You've perfected productivity in a streamlined home office. What's left? The space that ties your whole home together — the hallway! While they can be easy to overlook, hallways are wonderful areas to fill up with decor and design, letting you add a personal touch to every inch of your home. Hallways can also be retrofitted with ingenious and space-saving functionality, to make sure that no potential space goes to waste.  Looking for a few inspiring new hallway ideas to try out in 2021? We've got you covered:

The movers are gone, your furniture is unpacked, and your boxes are broken down. Now, it's time to turn your attention to those blank walls. Hanging art is a wonderful way to put the perfect finishing touch on your home.  Putting up paintings, photographs, mirrors, and tapestries can help you show off your personality, embrace all things Chicago, and finalize that home office, living room, or entryway. If you're getting ready to sell, choosing the right art is a key component of staging a property for sale. If you're settling into your home for the long haul, adding new artwork can be an easy way to revitalize your space, helping you see familiar rooms in a whole new light.  However, while putting up decorations can add that perfect finish to your walls, it can also be intimidating. What if you hang that picture crooked? Do those frames look good together? Can this type of mount go with that type of wall? It's enough to cause you to put off hanging up your treasures for weeks or months on end! We're here to help make settling in and creating your perfect space easier. Here are some big steps you can take to hang art with confidence in your Chicagoland home: 

We've all heard about New Year's resolutions — but what about springtime resolutions? After all, this season brings warm, sunny weather and longer days back to Chicagoland after the dark, frosty winter. What better time to really invest in refreshing your home and your daily routines?  Spring can present a great opportunity to refresh your mindset and your most-used spaces at the same time. Looking to get out of that winter rut, shake things up, and develop a new routine? Making some little changes can have a big impact. Here are 12 ways to hit "restart" and make the most of the start of springtime in Chicagoland: 
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