Urban Remains

I was looking for a cast iron fireplace surround in specific dimensions. These are obviously expensive to ship, so when I saw one in Chicago (4.5 hr drive), I jumped on it. It wasn't a good deal,...

This is the least professional business I have ever encountered. A few Saturday's ago, I was told somebody was in the building, but we tried to open the door at 12 and then again at 1. Nobody was...

Chicago architecture geeks, this is your place. For those who like quirky, unique, oddball stores, this is also your place. Full of architectural remnants and replicas, unique Chicago historical...

Gorgeous store. I was entranced. Bought an incredible Richard Nickel photograph for only $30. Owner is a cranky Gen x-er. Personally, I appreciated that. But don't come in expecting a "normal"...

I wandered into a rare shop yesterday, hidden in rows of old, brick buildings- and I hope that my feeble attempts at describing the visit, somehow does it justice. The genial proprietor, named...