My Q&A With Calico

After sharing our Dining Room transformation, Calico wanted to know more about how I navigated the process of design. So they invited me over to their blog for a fun Q&A with Calico’s, own Jan Jessup!

If you have plans to re-do a room too, I drop some juicy tips and nitty gritty details that you will find helpful.

Most importantly, our dining room re-do would never have been possible without five key players.

  1. First and foremost, our designer, Melissa Mahoney. She was integral in making our space both functional and aesthetically beautiful. She nailed it!
  2. Linda, manager of the Calico Hinsdale design studio, was also a huge part of this project and helped us problem solve, offer up different perspectives and we truly value her wisdom.
  3. On top of it all, Mary of Wonder & Awe, captured every aspect of this room so beautifully. Her impeccable eye for photography and design really help tell the story and make it shine.
  4. My mom, Cindy, who was there every step of the way. I truly value her opinion, exceptional taste and such a joy to have her come along for the ride. After all, I learn everything from her.
  5. Last but not least, a special thank you to the team at Calico! They are hands down one of my favorite Cedar & Rush partners. An exceptional brand all across the board – from their headquarters, to their design stores, to their fabrics, to their services and especially – their people.

It truly takes a village!

Get the full Q&A here.

Photos by Chicago Andrea Creative