Issues
Of Her Own Design: Marion Mahony Griffin, Frank Lloyd Wright’s apprentice
By Maureen Callahan “America’s (and perhaps the world’s) first woman architect who needed no apology in a world of men.” This was a description of Marion Mahony Griffin by the last century’s most renowned architectural critic, Reyner Banham. Griffin was a lady who learned early in life to stand her ground. That ground spanned six…
Read MoreCNC Landscapes
Elmhurst Magazine (EM): What made you choose the landscaping industry as a career, and what keeps you motivated? CNC Landscapes: Chad Uthe began his journey in the landscape business over 20 years ago, starting with just a pickup truck and a passion for outdoor spaces. Today, CNC has grown into a multifaceted company specializing in…
Read MoreCNC Landscapes
Hinsdale Magazine (HM): What made you choose the landscaping industry as a career, and what keeps you motivated? CNC Landscapes: Chad Uthe began his journey in the landscape business over 20 years ago, starting with just a pickup truck and a passion for outdoor spaces. Today, CNC has grown into a multifaceted company specializing in…
Read MoreAnn Pancotto
Compass | The Pancotto Group Hinsdale Magazine (HM): What motivated you to pursue a career in real estate, and what continues to drive your passion today? Ann Pancotto (AP): I chose real estate as a career at the age of 27, 32 years ago. Growing up, my mother was a successful Real Estate Managing Broker.…
Read MoreAnn Pancotto
Compass | The Pancotto Group Downers Grove Magazine (DGM): What motivated you to pursue a career in real estate, and what continues to drive your passion today? Ann Pancotto (AP): I chose real estate as a career at the age of 27, 32 years ago. Growing up, my mother was a successful Real Estate Managing…
Read MoreGreen Grass Landscape
Green Grass Landscape has been proud to serve the local community with dedication, quality, and excellence for the past 30 years. This milestone wouldn’t have been possible without the support of its loyal customers, hardworking team, and valued partners. Downers Grove Magazine (DGM): How has Green Grass evolved through the years with your clients? Green…
Read MoreGreen Grass Landscape
Green Grass Landscape has been proud to serve the local community with dedication, quality, and excellence for the past 30 years. This milestone wouldn’t have been possible without the support of its loyal customers, hardworking team, and valued partners. Hinsdale Magazine (HM): How has Green Grass evolved through the years with your clients? Green Grass…
Read MoreMagdalena Kiebala Interiors
HM: How has your role evolved over the years in terms of working with clients and the design process? Magdalena Kiebala (MK): Early in my career, I focused on aesthetics—colors, furnishings, and finishes. Over time, my approach has become more holistic. Now, I focus on how spaces function and improve daily life, ensuring they reflect…
Read MoreLichtenberger Homes
Downers Grove Magazine (DGM): What made you choose home building/improvement as a career, and what keeps you motivated every day? Lichtenberger Homes (LH): At Lichtenberger Homes, our passion for crafting unique living spaces has driven us for over 38 years. The joy of transforming clients’ visions into tangible realities fuels our daily motivation. Seeing families…
Read MoreLichtenberger Homes
Hinsdale Magazine (HM): What made you choose home building/improvement as a career, and what keeps you motivated every day? Lichtenberger Homes (LH): At Lichtenberger Homes, our passion for crafting unique living spaces has driven us for over 38 years. The joy of transforming clients’ visions into tangible realities fuels our daily motivation. Seeing families thrive…
Read More