When LUXE Interiors + Design recently asked me to define luxury, I found myself reflecting on a career that has taken some unexpected turns. It made me realize that my answer wasn't shaped by one beautiful project or one successful renovation, but by every experience that led me here. What's your secret? Early in my career, I landed what I thought was my dream job as a Senior Designer at a boutique design firm. We had incredible clients, a wonderfully creative team, and the kind of projects...

When you think about commercial real estate, the term Class A buildings often comes up. But what exactly makes a building earn this prestigious designation? Having spent much of my career designing workplace environments—including serving as Design Manager for the amenity transformation at Chicago's 71 South Wacker while at Gensler—I've seen firsthand how the definition of a Class A building has evolved beyond location and aesthetics. Today, the most successful Class A properties combine...

What Bathroom Renovations Actually Cost in 2026— and the Decisions That Matter Most By Adina Hall, R.A. | Architect + Interior Designer Bathrooms are the smallest rooms in the home, yet somehow one of the most emotionally loaded and complex spaces that we design. People dream about them for years.The oversized shower. The vanity with enough storage so the countertop isn’t covered in products. The soft lighting at night. The heated floors on a freezing Chicago morning. The feeling of walking...