FOCUS ON DESIGN

This is a golden era of design. Form absolutely follows function with floorplans that seamlessly blend family life, entertaining, and even running an empire from a home office. The third owners of a favorite Hinsdale home entrusted Lauren Collander and her team to put their own stamp on the high design spaces. The chic chalet vibes along with a bold and sophisticated design are flawlessly balanced throughout.

Lauren Collander Interiors is a full-service design firm, where clients are listened to and taken care of every step of the way. That attention to detail is evident in each beautiful room.

“The clients were excited to have a home with a design focus and they gave us permission to design to the max, which was wonderful. It’s so nice to work with clients who value and love design,” says Collander.

60 5 .revisedcopy — Both the sunrise and the sunset can be seen from the kitchen island making it one of the homeowner’s favorite features.

60 7 1 — Both the sunrise and the sunset can be seen from the kitchen island making it one of the homeowner’s favorite features.

THE KITCHEN

Though large, the original kitchen left the family feeling claustrophobic. Removing a large wall opened the kitchen up to the great room, connecting the two important spaces and creating an indoor/outdoor flow. A carefully chosen monumental backsplash is the focal point here. Bold and dramatic, in a rich, deep green color with beautiful cloud-like veining that is echoed in the artful light fixture. The finishes are clean and organic and the whole room is very organized.

60 14.revised Copy — A vintage Shogun floor lamp by Mario Botta from South Loop Loft

60 16.revised Copy — A vintage Shogun floor lamp by Mario Botta from South Loop Loft

THE GREAT ROOM

With beauty in every direction, the Great Room offers the perfect solution for taking in the backyard and pool views, being a part of what’s happening in the kitchen, and occasionally binge watching their favorite shows, this incredible sofa is the answer. “We chose this grand curving sofa with eyecatching angles. It sits on a round rug creating a space that’s wonderful for family time and welcoming for having friends or business associates over,” says Collander. An art piece and a floor lamp from South Loop Loft enhance the space.

60 9.revised Copy 2 — The sunroom is now a breakfast and homework room.

60 10 — The sunroom is now a breakfast and homework room.

THE SUN ROOM

The cabinets from the previous kitchen layout are repurposed here, creating a space for homework. The children are close by yet have a sense of privacy. “Senior designer Larmy Gerousis took the kitchen cabinets and countertops from the kitchen a put them back together like Legos here.”

60 4.revised — The cocktail lounge was created to foster conversation and connection.

THE COCKTAIL LOUNGE

Gold leaf meanders across the room in a meticulously planned pattern, set against a smokey stain. It’s eyecatching when entering the home and makes quite an impression from the street. Built-ins hold everything for a glass of spirits or shaken cocktail after dinner.

60 13 1 — Lucky plants and an upward trajectory

60 12.revised — Lucky plants and an upward trajectory

THE DINING ROOM

Design director Jessica Johnston worked closely on the custom finishes of the highly polished stone table by Atelier Adriana Hoyos. “We created these king and queen chairs on either end of the extra-wide stone table. It allows for a really dynamic way of hosting,” says Collander. She calls the Arteriors chairs “shockingly comfortable.” Dramatic walls and artwork complete the room. In the Lauren Williams fiber artwork, the owners liked the upward trajectory. “They are both businesspeople and that line represents success. It’s nice when homeowners feel such a personal connection to their artwork,” Collander says.

Lauren Collander Interiors has studios in Naperville and Lake Forest. laurencollanderinteriors.com, 630.848.9660, @laurencollanderinteriors