Reliable Home Improvement

Few home remodeling companies can point to more than five decades of continuous family leadership. For 58 years, Reliable Home Improvement has remained family-owned and operated, quietly shaping homes throughout the western suburbs. What began as a small family business has grown into one of the region’s most respected remodeling firms, guided by multiple generations…

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Mary Braatz

RE/MAX ENTERPRISES Mary Braatz chose a career in real estate after spending several years working in the Loop, motivated by a desire to build a profession rooted in her local community. “I wanted to work closer to home,” she said. Paired with her love of problem-solving, that decision continues to drive her work today. Whether…

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Moderne Living

Established in August 2005, Moderne Living was created to bring refined European contemporary design to Chicago homeowners seeking modern sophistication with everyday comfort. From its inception, the company has prioritized curated furnishings and architectural elements defined by clean lines, premium materials, and enduring craftsmanship. Today, Moderne Living delivers comprehensive, high-end design solutions that extend well…

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Melanie Lee Interior Design

Melanie Lee acts as a creative anchor for homeowners who want their spaces to tell a story. Founded in 1999, Melanie Lee Design brings almost three decades of experience to the art of creating layered, livable, and timeless interiors. Based in Elmhurst, Illinois, Melanie has built a trusted reputation in her hometown for her ability…

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Lupfer Landscaping

During a recent journey to Japan, Lupfer Landscaping president Tom Lupfer immersed himself in centuries-old garden traditions that reshaped how he approaches landscape design. Walking through historic stroll gardens in Tokyo once built for Shoguns and Daimyo, studying the quiet restraint of Zen gardens in Kyoto, and learning directly from the experts who maintain these…

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Natalie Weber

Keller Williams Experience Realty She’s not just a part of the Downers Grove real estate market—she’s one of the forces shaping it. Ranked the #1 Luxury Realtor 2023–2025 in Downers Grove across all teams, groups, and brokerages, Natalie Weber has built a reputation for delivering a polished, high- performance client experience anchored in strategy, trust,…

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Alex Abramowicz & Meredith Van Syckle

Jameson Sotheby’s International Realty Alex Abramowicz and Meredith Van Syckle of Jameson Sotheby’s International Realty bring a collaborative, client-first approach to every transaction. Working as a seamless team, they take the time to understand each client’s priorities, whether that means pricing strategy, timing, or discretion, ensuring a thoughtful and tailored experience from start to finish.…

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Imperial Kitchens and Baths, Inc.

60 Years of Design and Remodeling Excellence When Claire and Jim bought their home in the western suburbs, they saw a diamond in the rough.  Past renovations had solved immediate needs for the home but missed out on honoring the home’s architectural spirit.  When the couple was ready to create the kitchen they always envisioned,…

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Hursthouse Landscape

For more than 35 years, award-winning landscape architects, contractors, and stewards at Hursthouse Landscape have taken on the challenge of creating outdoor environments that reflect a client’s vision while standing up to weather, time, and daily life. Their work blends creativity and technical expertise with a clear understanding of how homeowners truly live in and…

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Tracy Driscoll & Diane Crisp

Platinum Partners Realtors | Driscoll Crisp Team Tracy Driscoll and Diane Crisp are top-producing Realtors and the founding partners behind one of Downers Grove’s most respected real estate teams. Known for their elevated service, deep market expertise, and consistently strong results, The Driscoll Crisp Team brings decades of combined experience to every transaction. They approach…

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