The homes we design are not for shrinking violets.
We are feeling over the moon to join this esteemed list of Chicago’s top Interior Designers, and looking forward to what’s next for Studio Sven.
Thank you, @archdigestpro !
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PHOTOS @rymcdon
STYLING (1-3, 5-7) @kimberlyswedelius
Black kitchens aren’t a trend.
Fulton Fire, leaning all the way in.
Dark, moody, a little indulgent. Art on the wall, heat where it counts, and just enough shine to catch the light at the right moment.
Less safe. More feeling.
PHOTO @rymcdon
STYLING @kimberlyswedelius
11 years ago, we got the keys to this studio with a lot of ideas, but very little budget to bring it to life.
We’ve built walls, knocked some down, swapped furniture more times than we can count, and grown a team that makes this place what it is.
Thank you to my Tinder date who worked late nights helping bring my crazy ideas to life in exchange for a @begylebrewing growler.
To my husband, @byjimfessler , who still puts up with my shit, and DIY inclinations.
To @silvergtech for our smart office, and for programming the “Lauren button” that greets us every morning with our preferred lighting and playlist.
To every vendor who’s braved the vintage elevator, or hauled samples up the stairs, and stayed for a glass of wine.
This space has changed a lot, but the vibes haven’t.
Here’s to year 12. Same attitude, bigger ideas.
Live in one of our favorite projects!
Magnolia House is on the market, looking for her next homeowner match.
Four levels, an attached garage (in Chicago), and completely transformed, by yours truly.
Get in touch with @katewaddellgroup to learn more!
PHOTOS @cynthialynnkim
Nothing about my path was linear. But it led me exactly where I’m supposed to be.
The goal was never just to create something beautiful, but to create something that feels honest to the person living in it. Spaces that support how you move through your day, what you need, and how you aspire to live.
That’s what design looks like when you prioritize curiosity over conformity, and when you allow yourself to live a little more unapologetically.
Nestled on my favorite street in Lincoln Park, Magnolia, this impeccably renovated four-level brick residence exemplifies sophisticated urban living with a rare attached garage. This stunning home underwent a complete transformation by acclaimed Studio Sven!! Prettiest bathroom I’ve ever seen!
