INTENTIONAL DETAILS

JC Licht Home, a trusted resource for paint, window treatments, wallcoverings, and design expertise for 115 years, helps homeowners and designers create spaces that feel layered, personal, and refined. With a long-standing reputation for quality products and knowledgeable service, JC Licht Home partners closely with clients to bring thoughtful interiors to life through color, finish, and detail.

What trends or shifts are most influencing your work right now?
We’re continuing to see a strong shift toward warmer neutrals in primary living spaces. While bold and moody tones remain popular, the palette is evolving—moving away from cooler undertones and embracing warmth. Deep browns, rich purples, and layered terra-cottas are replacing the cooler grays and blue-based hues of previous years. The result is spaces that feel more grounded, enveloping, and inviting.

What details instantly elevate a space?
It’s often the smallest, most intentional details that truly elevate a space. Thoughtfully integrated motorized window treatments, decorative tape along the leading edge of drapery panels, a contrasting welt on upholstery, or fringe at the base of a sofa all add a layer of refinement. Finishes also play a major role—opting for a matte paint or limewash creates a soft, velvety depth that transforms how a room feels. These subtle elements collectively create a sense of richness and intention that defines elevated design.

How do you ensure every project feels personal and distinctive?
Listening is always the starting point. Understanding how a client lives, what inspires them, and how they want their space to feel guides every decision. We often begin by asking clients to share an image of a space they love—it gives us a visual language to build from. From there, we translate their inspiration into something tailored and original, leveraging our expertise, resources, and craftsmanship to create a space that feels uniquely theirs rather than replicated.

JC Licht Home is located at 73 Green Bay Road in Glencoe. For more information, call 847-957-4663.