Dee Thompson Chicago

Dee Thompson is the co-founder and Chief Construction Officer at Urbane Home, a real estate development and design firm based in Chicago, Illinois.

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Butch McGuire’s Christmas Tradition | Dee Thompson | Chicago, IL

If there’s one thing Chicago does right—although, of course, there are many—it is getting properly decked out to celebrate the holiday season. From the

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New Year's Eve in Chicago | Dee Thompson | Chicago, IL

As 2018 draws rapidly to a close, the festivities across Chicago shift gears into ringing in the new year.

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The Magnificent Mile Lights Festival | Dee Thompson | Chicago, IL

The 2018 Magnificent Mile Lights Festival, sponsored by BMO Harris Bank, begins at 4 pm on Friday, November 16 and again at 11:00 am on Saturday, November 17

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Thanksgiving in Chicago | Dee Thompson | Chicago, IL

Whether you have the entire holiday season to spend in Chicago, or just a few days to visit family and friends for Thanksgiving, there are plenty of options to

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Halloween in Chicago | Dee Thompson | Chicago, IL

Halloween is a fun night for all, no matter what age, and Halloween in Chicago is no exception!

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Chicago Shows Filmed on Location | Dee Thompson | Chicago, IL

Pop culture enthusiasts everywhere know that there are plenty of movies and television shows set in Chicago.

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Buying "Safe": Old City Continues to Thrive

Dee Thompson of Urbane Home in Chicago explains how Old City has remained a trusted real estate buy even despite the previous housing crisis.

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Features That Sell in Luxury Homes

Dee Thompson of Urbane Home, Chicago offers insight into the features that help sell luxury homes successfully.

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Old Town Resurgence

Dee Thompson (Chicago) discusses the revival of Old Town, Chicago, and the new life the area is experiencing, bringing new people to the neighborhood.

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3 Historical Gems in Gold Coast, Part 1 | Dee Thompson | Chicago, IL

Gold Coast offers a quiet but stately home both to affluent young families and established professionals alike since 1882, but that doesn’t mean the

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3 Historical Gems in Gold Coast, Part 2 | Dee Thompson | Chicago, IL

Featuring the Newberry Library and Washington Square Park. Part 2 of 2.

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Outdoor Living Spaces | Dee Thompson | Chicago, IL

One of the popular trends in home-building at the moment is transforming an outdoor area into an extension of a home’s living space.

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Neighborhood Spotlight: Lincoln Park | Dee Thompson | Chicago, IL

In the early 1800s, Lincoln Park started out as a small cemetery on the northwestern boundary of Chicago proper. Since then, it has only continued to rise in

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A Glimpse into the Chicago Philanthropic Community | Dee Thompson | Chicago, IL

Urbane Home has maintained a steady presence in the Chicago philanthropy scene. There are hundreds of organizations working to improve the lives of Chicagoans

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Features That Sell in Luxury Homes | Dee Thompson | Chicago, IL

When selling a home, it’s important to know and highlight the features potential buyers are interested in.

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Buying "Safe": Old City Continues to Thrive | Dee Thompson | Chicago, IL

In 2006, the U.S. housing bubble affected over half of the country with housing prices peaking and then rapidly declining.

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Women Breaking Barriers in Male Dominated Industries | Dee Thompson | Chicago, IL

More than ever, women are breaking down barriers in what used to be or are still very much dominated by male employees.