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DGI Windy City Wine Oasis

This Lincoln Park home was reimagined as a warm, layered retreat designed for entertaining at every scale. Blending the homeowners’ style with the existing architecture, the design introduces a custom wine cellar, a 39-foot stairwell chandelier, and a variety of elevated entertaining spaces. Subtle sculptural details, including the stone feature in the primary bath, carry a sense of continuity throughout the home. The story continues as each space introduces its own moment of detail and intention.

A New Chapter in Chicago

After relocating from Boston, our clients found themselves in a contemporary home that didn’t yet reflect their personal aesthetic. Their transformation unfolded in two phases, first establishing the foundation through furnishings, a custom wine cellar, and a built-in landing space, then elevating the home further with redesigned bathrooms and a dramatic stairwell chandelier.

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The Vision

The vision for this home centered on creating a refined yet inviting environment through curated materiality and intentional space planning. We prioritized flow and function, while introducing elevated design elements like statement stone and sculptural lighting. Each decision was rooted in creating a cohesive, layered aesthetic that feels both elevated and livable.

What began as an initial phase to furnish and enhance key spaces quickly evolved into a full-home transformation, as our clients invited us back to carry the vision through to completion. Detailed 3D renderings brought each space to life before construction, giving a clear understanding of how every material, layout, and detail would come together.

Bringing the DESIGN to Life

3D RENDERING

3D RENDERING

3D RENDERING

3D RENDERING

Several key spaces were thoughtfully designed to create moments of impact throughout the home:

  • Designed as a private, spa-like retreat, the primary bathroom was reconfigured to improve flow and enhance privacy through a more intentional single entry. A sculptural, illuminated Cristallo stone partition centers the walk-in shower, introducing visual drama within a fully stone-clad environment.

  • A rebuilt pergola with an integrated louvered system redefines the rooftop deck, allowing for both controlled shade and an open-air experience depending on use.

  • Entertaining was considered throughout the home, with a series of layered spaces spanning the living, dining, and family rooms, as well as the basement, each designed to support connection and flow across levels.

DGI Windy CitY Wine Oasis: Gallery HIGHLIGHTS

Modern house with large front window reflecting autumn trees, surrounded by a small garden with leaf-covered pathway and yellow fall foliage
Modern living room with large windows, white sectional sofa, black and beige accent pillows, a dark coffee table with tray and vase of flowers, beige armchair, and black curtains.
Modern dining room with a black table, beige and dark brown chairs, a white vase with green plants, a fireplace, large windows with gray curtains, and a contemporary chandelier with hanging copper teardrop-shaped lights.
Modern dining room with a black dining table, six chairs, a hanging light fixture with glass pendant lights, a wood floor, and large windows with black frames. There is a fireplace with a marble surround and a plant on the table.
Modern living room with large windows, white sofa with black and white pillows, armchair with a brown pillow, coffee table with decorative items, and a fireplace with black and white marble accents.
A modern bedroom featuring a large bed with a tall dark upholstered headboard, beige bedding, and brown pillows. There are two gray velvet chairs and a small round side table in front of the bed. A beige nightstand with a small flower arrangement and
Modern bathroom with marble wall, glass shower door, dark and light stone tiles, and wooden accents.
Modern bathroom with freestanding bathtub, fireplace, dark wood vanity with mirror, vase with dried flowers, towel, and contemporary light fixtures.
Interior view of a modern staircase with wooden steps, glass and metal railings, textured wall panels, window, and hanging sculptural light fixture.
Modern living room with large windows, black leather sofa, beige armchairs, a coffee table, and a fireplace with a round mirror above it.
Modern kitchen with white cabinetry, black accents, and wooden bar stools, featuring a marble island and large window.
Modern bathroom vanity with marble countertop, round mirror, wall-mounted rose gold faucet, black soap dispenser, and a white vase with greenery.
Modern bathroom with a wooden vanity, white countertop, black soap dispenser and lotion bottles, wall-mounted mirror, wall cabinet with decorative vases, walk-in shower with glass door, grey patterned tile wall, rainfall showerhead, and handheld show
An interior view of a room with a frosted glass door leading to a sauna with wooden interior. The room has a beige tiled floor and a plain white wall.
Modern bathroom vanity with double mirrors, a black vase with greenery, and pendant lights.
A walk-in wine cellar with wooden shelves and racks filled with wine bottles, viewed through glass doors.
Modern living room with a large window, a round black coffee table, bookshelves with decorative objects, and a vase with dried plants.
A spacious wine cellar with wooden shelves filled with wine bottles, a wooden ladder, and a black cable running along the ceiling.
A well-lit bedroom with a beige bed, white pillows, and a decorative bolster pillow; a nightstand with a black table lamp and small objects; abstract framed art on the wall; sheer curtains allowing natural light to enter.
Outdoor rooftop patio with beige sectional sofa, black and beige pillows, a round textured white coffee table with a bottle of wine, grapes, and two glasses, and modern chairs on a wooden deck with city buildings in the background under a partially c
Modern outdoor rooftop patio with beige and wooden lounge chairs, a round white stone coffee table set with wine and snacks, and a black dining table with beige chairs under a slatted black pergola.
Modern office interior with a wooden desk, gray ergonomic chair, built-in wood cabinet, black shelving with decorative items, and a framed minimalist artwork on a wooden slat wall.
Modern dining room with a white oval table, black chairs, and a black metal shelving unit on the wall decorated with art, books, and decorative objects. A white vase with orange branches is on the table, and sunlight shines on the warm wooden floor.
Modern living room with a large white sectional sofa, black coffee tables, decorative pillows, a wall of large windows, and black metal shelving filled with books and decorative items, hardwood floors, and minimalist decor.

Project Details:

Design Team:

DGI Design x Build

Photography:

Stoffer Photography

Project Type:

Full-Service Interior Design + Furnishing

Location:

Lincoln Park | Chicago, IL