Join Us December 1 for Our Holiday Trunk Show

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Let our interior designers help you select gifts for everyone on your list!

Susan Fredman Design Group Opens in Milwaukee: Join Us Saturday to Celebrate

SFDG has landed in Milwaukee and we're having a Grand Opening to celebrate!


Join us Saturday from 11-5 to enjoy presentations from design and building experts, a Michael Aram trunk show, an exclusive shopping discount and yummy treats. View the complete Grand Opening schedule.

Here's a sneak peak of our new space, which includes a design studio and store:

 

We're excited to be sharing our new home with James Hoffman Homes.

Stop by as your schedule allows or stay for the entire day. RSVP to Jamie Fields at jfields@susanfredman.com or 312 587 8150, ext. 222.

Thank you to our sponsors:

Chicago Interior Design Hall of Fame: Vote for Susan Fredman

We're thrilled that Susan Fredman has been nominated for the first-annual Chicago Interior Design Hall of Fame sponsored by the Design Center at the Merchandise Mart and Luxe Interiors + Design!

This recognition program acknowledges interior design talent who have made an impact on Chicago’s design community. Ten nominees have been selected by a jury of Design Center and Luxe Interiors + Design representatives.

Help honor Susan's impact on the Chicago design community by voting for her here. You can vote once a day per e-mail address until December 15.

The ten nominees and winner will be honored at a ceremony in February.

Thanks in advance for your support!

SFDG Wins Dream Home Award for Best Custom Home 7,500 -- 9,000 Square Feet

A big congratulations to SFDG designer Terri Crittenden for winning a 2011 National Dream Home Gold Award for Best Custom Home 7,500-9,000 square feet!

Below is the information that appeared in the 2011 Winner's Publication:

A family of six in suburban Illinois wanted a large, luxurious home that was flexible for lots of entertaining, but still fostered a sense of intimacy. They coveted a space that was both warm and authentic, feeling like it had been there for decades, and were willing to push the envelope when it came to the design.

Upstairs, a loft connects the bedroom of two teenage twins, providing both personal and communal room. A variety of outdoor spaces extend the living area, allowing the family to enjoy the warm summer months. Like the indoors, the exterior spaces flow together and can accommodate both intimate and large parties. The home also features a spa, yoga, exercise, crafts and sports rooms and a sauna, allowing them to maximize their time spent at home and further fostering a sense of intimacy.

View the complete publication to see the beautiful work of all of the winners.

Congrats to Terri!

Tips for Healthier Indoor Air Quality When Your Windows are Closed

Did you know the EPA has classified indoor air as five to ten times more polluted than outdoor air?

Our very own Jill Salisbury was recently featured in an ABC 7 news segment about removing invisible toxins and contaminants from your home.


In the warmer and cooler months when windows and doors are typically kept shut (to keep out the blazing heat or blustering cold), harmful toxins and contaminants become trapped, continuously circling throughout your home’s ventilation system.

Here are some of the tips Jill shared with viewers for creating a healthy home and removing invisible contaminants:

• Keep a clean air filter in your A/C
• Create your own fresh air exchange
• Buy safer cleaning products
• Take your shoes off at the door
• Use a test kit

Click on the photo above to watch the segment and find tips for easy ways you can help reduce the harmful toxins in your home.

Thank you to Activeion and Rabbit Air for letting us borrow their products for this segment!

SFDG 35th Anniversary Video: Behind the Scenes

The SFDG team took on a new role as actors and actresses, getting in front of the camera to film our 35th anniversary celebration video, which commemorates our 35 years of enhancing lives through design and those who’ve helped us get there.

The day was buzzing with anticipation as we each awaited our chance in the spotlight.

We were lucky enough to get our hair and makeup done, giving us the opportunity to look and feel our best before getting in front of the camera.

Ruth Delf admiring the finished product:

            

Judy Maier getting all gussied up:

Ever the good sport, Tony Nie agreed to some primping before getting under the hot camera lights:

We got to rehearse the script and perfect our lines before entering the studio. We were each prepped and given the opportunity to experiment with different hand motions and tones of voice. We worked together offering helpful tips and positive feedback to make sure everyone could have their shining moment.

Jamie Myers, Sarah Davis and Erica Bay getting some pointers:

Rocky from accounting waited in line at The Doughnut Vault to help keep everyone's energy high (and yes, they were worth it!). Even our designers from Michigan made a special trip to Chicago to be a part of the film.

Here are a few of our favorite behind-the-scenes shots:

Susan Fredman, Amanda Zitlin and Jean Kaiser sharing a group hug:

Lonnie Unger, Susan Fredman and Susan Rossie posing for the camera:

Kathy Hoffman and Ruth Delf enjoying their 15 minutes of fame:

Barb Theile and Barbara Ince being silly for the camera:

Even our Marketing and PR Director Jamie Fields and Director of Retail and E-commerce Nanette Mortell spent time behind the camera:

After ten hours of filming, the lights and camera were shut off to close an unforgettable day of bonding and collaboration. Everyone enjoyed the opportunity to celebrate those who have helped make these past 35 years a success.

Click here to watch the finished product; for every click, we’re donating 3.5 cents to Designs for Dignity. 

We are, you are, and we all are… Susan Fredman Design Group.

Help Us Celebrate 35 Years of Enhancing Lives Through Design

Since 1975, our goal has been simple – creating beautiful and nurturing spaces for our clients.

To commemorate this special milestone, we created a video showcasing our passion for our work and celebrating our team and everyone who has helped us get here.

For every click on the video, we’ll donate 3.5 cents to Designs for Dignity, a nonprofit organization founded by Susan Fredman.

Click on the photo below to watch the video. We'd love for you to help us celebrate by passing along the link.

We are. You are. We all are … Susan Fredman Design Group.