Old House New House Home Show News

A Behind the Scenes Look with Bath Crasher, Matt Muenster.

A licensed contractor and accomplished designer, Matt Muenster hosts the popular program Bath Crashers on the DIY Network and HGTV.  From demolition to design, Matt brings his smart style and fresh approach to each job site.  A native of Wisconsin, he

Join us today for the Grand Opening of Chicagoland’s largest, longest-running home show at Pheasant Run Resort in St. Charles, IL. The Old House New House Home Show® runs throughout the weekend, February 6 – 7 – 8.
Open 10 am – 5 pm Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Explore the latest in remodeling,

The Old House New House® Home Show returns to Pheasant Run Resort in St. Charles as the largest, most innovative and longest-running home show in the Chicago area. With 300 award-winning contractors, talented designers and creative craftsmen, this event is an outstanding tool for homeowners embarking on home renovation, restoration

Slowly Braised Ribs by Executive Chef Tiffany Tooker
Total Preparation Time: 30 Minutes
Ingredients:

•  4 Racks of Ribs – St. Louis

•  Liquid Smoke – 1 Cup

•  Garlic Powder – 1 oz.

•  Chili Powder – 4 oz.

•  Paprika – 4 oz.

•  Chipotle Barbecue Sauce – 1 Cup

•  Salt – 2 oz.

•  Celery –

Building with History – Brick by Brick

Photo Provided by Bertrand Landscaping

Stockyards Brick Company was founded in the fall of 2013.  Located in the famous Chicago stockyards district, we have continual access to some of the city’s most desired salvageable materials.  Working with excavating, salvage and demolition companies, along with

The Old House New House Home Show – Click to Download the Full Event Guide.

Enjoy a sneak preview of our exhibitors, floor plans, workshops and attractions and many articles revolving around home improvement. Inside you’ll also find exclusive offers and money saving coupons for the St. Charles event.

Join us February 6

Photo Provided by Jennifer Lukehart; Girl’s Bedroom for Maserati Commercial, Wieden + Kennedy

Set in Style – Hollywood Set Decorator Shares Secrets for Stylish Surroundings

Oak Park native, Jennifer Lukehart shines in her stellar career as a Hollywood Set Decorator.  Nominated for a 2014 Excellence in Production Design Award for

Jennifer Prell was on the set of WGN TV’s Midday Fix highlighting various home organization tips as well as giving an exclusive preview of The Old House New House Home Show. Click on the image below to view the video. The area’s longest running Home Show returns this weekend at Pheasant Run

Explore the latest in remodeling, renovation, building and repair at The Old House New House® Home Show. We research and recruit hundreds of quality companies to participate and display top-notch products and cutting-edge services. Gather fresh ideas, expert advice and creative solutions to tackle home improvement projects with ease.

Norm Abram of This Old House (center) with Joanne (right) and Reese Kennedy (left)

In 1974, my husband and I purchased an old English Tudor home.  It had a beautiful brick exterior with good bones, steel beam construction, plaster walls, exquisite architectural details and lovely curb appeal;