Modern European Design Meets Family Living Outside Chicago
A Rue Magazine-featured renovation by Linden + Co. Interiors, complete with the ILVE Nostalgie II 48-inch Dual Fuel Range in Graphite Matte with Brass Trim.
Just outside Chicago, in the charming suburb of Western Springs, a young family home has been thoughtfully transformed into a refined expression of modern European design. Featured in Rue Magazine, the residence was designed by Linden + Co. Interiors principals Brooke Fosberg and Caitlin Leman, with photography by Sarah Crowley and styling by Sami Wiley / À La Carte Studios.
Created for Diana and Mike, a couple with three small children, the home balances elevated design with the everyday needs of family life. The result is warm, graceful, and deeply livable, a full gut renovation that honors timeless architecture, beautiful materials, and the clients’ Italian roots.
At the heart of the kitchen is the ILVE Nostalgie II 48-inch Dual Fuel Range with 8 Black Brass Sealed Burners, Brass Trim, and Graphite Matte finish, a statement appliance that brings Italian craftsmanship, professional performance, and old-world elegance into the center of the home.
A Modern European Home with Italian Influence
The home’s design language is rooted in restraint, texture, and warmth. Soft neutral walls, rich wood cabinetry, marble surfaces, brass fixtures, tailored lighting, and sculptural decorative accents come together to create a space that feels collected rather than overly styled.
Throughout the interiors, the designers introduced subtle references to the Italian landscape and European living. The palette is sophisticated but approachable: creamy whites, natural woods, deep greens, warm brass, charcoal tones, and expressive stone. Every room feels layered, personal, and connected to the rhythm of daily family life.
This was not simply a cosmetic update. The renovation began with a full reconsideration of the home’s layout, including the first-floor flow, kitchen, living spaces, and primary suite. The designers reworked the floor plan to better support how the family lives, gathers, cooks, entertains, and moves through the home.
A Kitchen Designed for Beauty, Function, and Family Life
One of the project’s central challenges was expanding a kitchen that was too small for the family’s needs. Linden + Co. Interiors transformed the space into a beautifully resolved kitchen that feels both functional and refined.
The kitchen now offers generous prep space, a large central island, warm wood cabinetry, elegant marble countertops, brass plumbing fixtures, custom storage, and open sightlines into the surrounding living areas. It is a kitchen made for real life – school mornings, family dinners, weekend entertaining, and quiet everyday rituals – without sacrificing beauty.
The design feels polished but never precious. Every element has purpose. The wood cabinetry adds depth and warmth, the marble brings a classic European sensibility, and the brass details create a cohesive connection between hardware, lighting, plumbing, and the featured ILVE range.
Featured Appliance: ILVE Nostalgie II 48-Inch Dual Fuel Range
The featured appliance in this Rue Magazine home tour is the ILVE Nostalgie II 48-inch Dual Fuel Range with 8 Black Brass Sealed Burners, Brass Trim, and Graphite Matte finish.
| Featured Model | ILVE UP488NMPMGG |
|---|---|
| Series | Nostalgie II |
| Size | 48 inches |
| Fuel Type | Dual Fuel |
| Burners | 8 Black Brass Sealed Burners |
| Finish | Graphite Matte |
| Trim | Brass |
| Gas Type | Natural Gas |
| SKU | UP488NMPMGG |
With its Graphite Matte body and Brass Trim, the range fits seamlessly into the kitchen’s modern European palette. It adds contrast against the marble backsplash and cream-toned architectural elements, while echoing the warmth of the brass fixtures throughout the space.
The Nostalgie II series is designed for kitchens that value both heritage and performance. Its classic silhouette, professional cooking capabilities, and distinctive Italian styling make it a natural centerpiece in a home where design and daily function are equally important.
Why the Graphite Matte and Brass Combination Works
The ILVE Nostalgie II range in Graphite Matte with Brass Trim offers a striking balance of depth and warmth. The darker finish grounds the kitchen visually, while the brass trim introduces a refined, luminous detail that complements the surrounding hardware and fixtures.
In this home, the range does not feel like an isolated appliance. It becomes part of the larger design story, connected to the brass pot filler, faucet, sconces, cabinet hardware, and warm wood tones. The result is a kitchen that feels cohesive, intentional, and timeless.
For homeowners and designers seeking a luxury range that can serve as both a high-performance appliance and a design focal point, this ILVE model offers a compelling combination of craftsmanship, character, and visual presence.
A Rue Magazine Feature Worth Celebrating
Being featured in Rue Magazine is a meaningful recognition of the care, creativity, and craftsmanship behind this project. Linden + Co. Interiors created a home that feels youthful yet enduring, elegant yet practical, and deeply personal to the family who lives there.
For ILVE, this project beautifully demonstrates how a range can do more than complete a kitchen. It can anchor the space, support the rhythm of everyday life, and contribute to the overall story of the home.
The Western Springs residence is a reminder that great design is not only about how a space looks. It is about how it lives, how it feels, and how each detail works together to create a home that will be loved for years to come.
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Bring Italian craftsmanship, professional performance, and timeless design into your own kitchen with the ILVE Nostalgie II 48-inch Dual Fuel Range in Graphite Matte with Brass Trim.
