Portfolio 2016 | Page 45

HOME TOUR Stephanie, Pablo, Ella and their dog Jane LOGAN SQUARE Hello Stephanie, can you introduce yourself? Hi! I am Stephanie, a French girl living in Chicago, for 2 years 1/2 with my family: Pablo, my husband, Ella, our 6 months daughter and Jane our big dog! When I arrived, I switch my career from Marketing in the TV industry to Yoga Instructor and I am so grateful for what I do now. This multi cultural family chose Logan Square to establish their home sweet home. This gigantic apartment is full of lights and colors. Stephanie collected all kind of souvenir from different travel, spiritual retreat and show them under different niches all around her place. wooden table that we purchase d here.This was the first big piece of furniture we purchased for the past 8 years. This centre piece symbolizes for me joyful friends and family gathering around delicious diners How long have you been living in this apartment? Why did you choose this neighborhood? Very shortly after arriving in Chicago we found this apartment, it was love at first sight. Tons of light, big living room, fireplace and an outdoor space, all that we needed. Some French friends recommended the neighborhood, we knew we could trust them after what they described: charming houses, parks, independent and creative shops and restaurants, vibrant neighborhoods spirit as we like it in Europe. What object in your home do you prefer? Besides all my little souvenirs from around the world, I love the large things found and up-cycled, and our original furniture from Paris! We love to mix and match. Vintage and minimal contemporary styles. Flashy colors next to simple wood. Sometimes I think my interior is too much like an alibaba cavern but at least ever corner has a story to tell . My husband an I are both involved in the decoration, he likes to craft things and I am crazy about plants. How to combine great decoration and family life? How did you think your interior? Are you the one who decorates your place? We moved here with several big loved pieces, armchair, wooden table, lot