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Here's a little-known fact about Baird & Warner: the firm helped the city expand its railway system in the 19th century. Chicago's first elevated train line — or "L" — debuted in 1892. It was constructed to take visitors from downtown to the World's Columbian Exposition in Jackson Park. Two years later, when the city wanted to expand the railway north, Baird & Warner was asked to obtain the r...

The pandemic has been a powerful reminder of the importance home and all its four walls hold. In recent months, our homes have served us as offices, classrooms, gyms, and so much more. Moving forward, the events of 2020 might just serve as an important reminder that it's time to re-envision how we use our spaces to nurture our passions and hobbies — including a love of art and crafting.  Creating a beautiful, inspiring home art studio may seem like an intimidating project, but with just a few simple steps, almost any space in your home can be transformed into the perfect area for letting your artistic impulses run free.  Looking for a little inspiration to get started? Here are four key ideas for setting up the home art studio that will let you be your most creative and productive self:

As the resilient Chicagoland residential real estate market has sped back into action this summer, many homebuyers are finding that they're not the only ones pursuing that dream home. Making a competitive offer is as important as ever, but that's just one of a handful of common mistakes that befall even savvy homebuyers. Here are some common mistakes homebuyers make...

Chicagoland truly comes to life in the spring and summer months — and there are few better ways to enjoy a beautiful day than with a picnic!  Whether you go solo or share with friends and family, packing a picnic is a wonderful way to enjoy a tasty meal al fresco, while soaking in the sunshine, the fresh air, and all of the wonderful outdoor ambience that our area has to offer.  And when you go picnicking in Chicagoland, you're taking part in a wonderful worldwide tradition! The use of the word "picnic" has been traced back to 1794 — about 100 years after 'pique-nique' first appeared in the French language. Whatever flair you put on it, picnics are a big deal around the globe. Here in the states, we go through billions of pounds of picnic favorites each year. For instance, there were more than 3.7 billions pounds of watermelon grown in 2019 alone!  Ready to plan the perfect Chicagoland picnic for summer 2021? We're here to make things easier. Here are some handy guides and resources for… 

If you're a serious music lover, you know that a record collection or treasured instrument can make a house feel like a home — and a dedicated space for enjoying or practicing music is often going to be a must-have.  Whether you just want the perfect space to listen to your vinyl collection, a home recording space for personal projects, or a dedicated band rehearsal space, finding a room with great acoustics and the right atmosphere is key.  Keep reading to learn how to set up the perfect home music room that will allow you to crank up the sound quality, without bothering your housemates or neighbors:
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