857 W Fullerton Ave., Chicago, IL 60614

A designer's own home, the goal in her top-to-bottom magazine-published renovation was to create "a happy, colorful home that is filled with hope and life and energy!" This four-story rowhome in the historic Seminary Townhouse Association is just that -- a celebration of old-world charm, modern renovation, and whimsy. Highly livable, it offers great indoor and outdoor entertaining space, an enviable kitchen with pantry closet and guest bath, four upstairs bedrooms and three beautiful full baths, including a full-floor primary suite with a stunning dressing room, a spa bath, and office/nursery. The lower level includes a wonderful rec/playroom, a mudroom, loads of storage, and mechanicals. Extensive millwork and moldings, designer wall coverings and paint hues, antique and modern light fixtures, 3 fireplaces, and custom window treatments define this home. Other features include a new roof, updated electricity and plumbing, dual-zoned HVAC, an upstairs laundry center with an LG washer/dryer, a huge fenced backyard, and parking within the complex for two cars. The Seminary Townhouse Association is conveniently located in the Oscar Meyer Elementary and Lincoln Park High School districts, near Oz Park, Lincoln Park, the Fullerton el station, DePaul University, and a fantastic array of neighborhood restaurants, boutiques, and amenities.