I always had this New York fantasy of living in a glass high-rise.

You don't need to spend a lot of money on stuff when you have amazing architecture.

You don't have to paint your walls lime green just to try to have your home feel decorated. If you're a classic dresser or preppy dresser or a modern dresser, you wear a lot of black - whatever it is - your home should reflect that as well.

I live in a beautiful vintage building that was built in the heart of downtown Chicago.

I believe your home tells a story about who you are and who you aspire to be. We represent ourselves through the things we own. I don't believe in trends. I believe in collecting things that you connect with. We should surround ourselves with things we care about, that have meaning.

Go outside! I mean, even leaves from a park are beautiful in a clear glass vase. I'd rather see that than fake anything any day.

I made my parents crazy. As a kid, I redecorated my bedroom every month. I would literally save my allowance and go buy things.