Special Boutique Events

TIMED BOUTIQUE EVENTS:

de Giulio kitchen design, Suite 121
Book Signing 11:30 a.m. - 2 pm
Culinary Demonstration 11:00 am and 2 pm
Meet designer and author Mick De Giulio from 11:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. He will be signing his new book, Kitchen Centric, just released by Balcony Press. de Giulio kitchen design is also pleased to welcome Chef Craig Bell, corporate chef for Sub-Zero and Wolf who will be demonstrating the Wolf Dual Fuel range and sharing some of his favorite recipes between 11:00 a.m. and 1 p.m.
 
Wood-Mode | Smartrooms, A Spaces and Views Showroom, Suite 119
12 pm
Join Architecture and Kitchen Editor Amy Elbert, along with Dana Waldman, Senior Designer of Smartrooms, as they discuss savvy space planning for kitchens. This lively discussion includes expert advice how you can create a kitchen that maximizes every
square inch with:

  • Smart storage solutions
  • Workable floor plans (creating
  • flow, zones and organizing areas for tasks, building
  • in space for friends and family to gather)
  • Maximizing space (examples of how designers make
  • use of nooks around ranges, ceiling-high cabinets,
  • banquettes, built-ins, dual purpose spaces)
  • What designers bring to the table
Light snacks will be served.
Also, see a demo of the Heritage Panel System by owner and Product Designer Gary Schaffeld & Owner Jim Rombke. This versatile panel system is designed to accent walls and ceilings with the classic look of raised panels.
 
ONGOING BOUTIQUE EVENTS:
Ahalya Stone, Suite 142
Learn about new products and enjoy refreshments.
 
Ann Sacks, Suite 100B
Join HGTV and A&E contributor, Rebekah Zaveloff, in the Ann Sacks showroom and shop with a designer for the day. As the creative force behind the preeminent kitchen and bath interior design firm, Kitchen Lab and Design In A Bag, Rebekah will offer her expertise and keen eye for design. Rebekah will help guests jump start their design project with Ann Sacks and Design In A Bag.
 
Artistic Tile, Suite 105A
Enjoy sweet desserts at Artistic Tile while looking at some seriously sweet designs including the new Vetromarmi collection.
                                  
Birger Juell, LTD., Suite 131
Help Birger Juell celebrate featured artist John Yarema as he shares his custom Parquet line, exclusively at Birger Juell, Ltd. while enjoying light treats.
 
The Chopping Block, Suite 107
Chopping Block Trunk Show!
Want to show off you culinary expertise in a kitchen that's both beautiful and functional? Join us as Susan Fredman and Aimee Nemeckay of Susan Fredman Design Group explore what it takes to make your own kitchen a worthy stage for demonstrating your gastronomical know-how. Discover the 10 essential elements for designing a chef-worthy kitchen, including the proper storage, suitable surfaces and the art of creating zones. Whet your appetite for great design, and get excited to show off your sacvvy knife skills in style!
 
Christopher Peacock Home, Suite 148
Guests can meet and go over floor plans with Christopher Peacock’s wonderful team of Designers. Designers will be available to ‘ballpark’ a potential Peacock project after reviewing floor plans. Christopher Peacock Home’s soon to be released fabric and wall covering collections for the kitchen will be on display and delicious tastings will be offered throughout the day.
 
Clive Christian of Chicago, 143
Visit Clive Christian’s showroom and enjoy goodies throughout the day.
 
Ernestomeda Chicago, Suite 128
Ernestomeda unveils the architectural lines and modern style of the new Ernestomeda Showroom. Three new designs are on display including the classically modern “Barrique”, the top selling “Elektra”, and the first unveiling of the “Carre” display by Marc Sadler. Wine and appetizers will be served throughout the day. 
 
Farrow & Ball, Suite 105B
Visit the Farrow & Ball showroom for refreshments and to view the newest book, Living With Colour, by Ros Byam Shaw. Discover how colour can be used to create atmosphere, character, and charm in any home with the paint and wallpapers of iconic decorating brand, Farrow & Ball. 
 
Granite & Marble Resources, Suite 115
Come in and see Granite & Marble Resources’ latest collections and enjoy light hospitality.
 
Hastings Tile & Bath, Suite 120
Hastings Hot Bath Event
See what’s ‘hot’ in contemporary bath design in Hastings’ redesigned showroom. Sexy tubs, sensuous showers, luxurious vanities and cabinets, elegant and stylish tiles – Hastings serves up the best in home design for any bathroom project. Stop in for espresso, biscotti and indulge your senses. 
 
Kerns-Wilcheck of Chicago, Suite 145
Principal designer and owner of M. Grace Designs Inc, Grace Sielaff and principal designer and owner of Decorum Design Inc, Keith Paul Moore will be available to answer questions and suggest new approaches to specifying tile for the home. Guests can bring room plans and review ideas with the experts while enjoying light fall treats.
The KOHLER Store, Suite 100
Explore 20 Aging in Place Design Solutions in Kohler’s newest bathroom suite. Learn how to apply design principles and make sustainable product choices. Healthy treats will be served to keep your brain and body healthy as you age.
 
The Nanz Company & Remains Lighting, Suite 103
Remains Lighting will showcase their Lighting & Mirror Collection and The Nanz Company will highlight their Door Hardware & Bath Line.
 
NEFF of Chicago, Suite 144
Enjoy light refreshments and demonstrations of the Neff of Chicago Inlay Door Product Line-up. Also see their custom Exclusive Valet Closet System.
 
Paris Ceramics, Suite 146  
Paris in the Fall
Paris Ceramics America LLC will introduce an exquisite line of wood parquetry and laser cut stone and wood flooring panels, continuing its partnership with Itlas. The 100% Italian engineered wood flooring from Itlas includes rovere (French oak), afrormosia, teak, doussie, iroko, and wenge in a range of finishes from contemporary to rustic and stains from mocha to silver. Stone options include the entire Paris Ceramics collection, also available in a range of finishes.   All wood sourced in compliance with the strictest anti-deforestation legislation and the European PEFC.  Enjoy fall inspired fare!
 
Poggenpohl, Suite 138
Learn about the latest in European kitchen design trends at the Poggenpohl showroom. A Caesarstone representative will discuss sustainable countertop trends and will display samples of their latest collection. Wine and cheese will be served. 
 
Poliform, Suite 110
Please stop by to view Poliform My Life Collection. Enjoy local tastings as you browse.
 
Porcelanosa Tile/Kitchen/Bath, Suite 149
Porcelanosa unveils the latest trends in tile, bath and kitchens, such as their environmentally-friendly natural wood flooring, and newest ceramic mosaics in a myriad of colors, contemporary vanities, and much more! Wine and cheese will be served.
 
Studio Snaidero Chicago, Suite 140
Join the Snaidero Chef for fall soups from Common Threads in their newest kitchen. Stop by for a taste and see the just launched ORANGE display, the latest in eco-friendly design. Orange, with wall units in different widths and heights, is designed to exploit space. This characteristic feature is enhanced with a resistant glass finish. Ordinary people Go Green, Extraordinary people Go ORANGE. The Common Threads Cookbook “Eat The World” will be on sale and proceeds benefit Common Threads.
 
Urban Archaeology, Suite 108
Urban Archaeology will showcase product demonstrations and serve refreshments throughout the day.
 
Valcucine Chicago, Suite 106
Valcucine utilizes advanced technology and design to produce a superior, sustainable kitchen. They will be serving wine and cheese from Noon to 3 p.m.
 
Waterworks, Suite 136
Visit Waterworks and discover the latest collections to create a dream bath. Their products now encompass bath and kitchen faucets, surfaces, bathtubs, washstands, accessories, home furnishings and much more. Enjoy light tastings while discovering all that Waterworks has to offer.
  
Woodharbor Home, Suite 130
Join Woodharbor Home in their newly-redesigned boutique for refreshments and product demonstrations.
 
Woodland Artisan Cabinetry, Suite 105
Woodland Artisan Cabinetry is thrilled to share the latest addition to their collection of prolific cabinetry offerings, as well as light refreshments. With these new designs, Woodland demonstrates that there is lavish beauty to be realized by integrating hand-made craftsmanship with transitional styles. Exotic wood species, refined finishes, and cleaner lines take on a new level of inspiration in the hands of Woodland artisans.
 
Design Resource Center, Suite 163
Please join us for Champagne and Cupcakes while viewing exciting new products located throughout the Design Resource Center from Chicago Tile Institute, Closet Works, CBD Glass Studios, Katonah Architectural Hardware, Lefroy Brooks and ShowHouse.
 
ShowHouse, Suite 163
ShowHouse offers homeowners a luxurious blend of style and performance. The modern or traditional Pot Filler faucet is an epicurean must that will inspire the master chef in anyone. Their unique lighting collection coordinates perfectly with several faucet lines in style and finish.
 
LuxeHome is excited to announce 3 new boutique openings:
Bentwood Luxury Home, Opening Late 2010
This new space will feature products from Bentwood Luxury Kitchens, known for combining old-world joinery and finishing techniques with sophisticated technology, to create a beautiful and luxurious reality.
 
Dream2O, Opening Early 2011
Combining beauty, performance and reliability, Dream2O featuring Brizo by Delta, plans to open their new boutique at LuxeHome. As a premium faucet brand, Brizo promises distinctive design, inventive faucets and accessories that make a fashion statement in the home.
 
Sub-Zero and Wolf Showroom, Opening Early 2011
As global leaders in high-end built-in appliances, Sub-Zero and Wolf will open the first appliance showroom at LuxeHome. Construction on the 5500 square foot, state-of-art facility is underway and will feature Sub-Zero and Wolf’s premier collection of built-in and integrated appliances in a lifestyle display setting. Experience the new
Sub-Zero Column units at deGuilo kitchen design. These 27” wide units are Energy Star rated and offer seamless integration into cabinetry.