Cosentino helps reimagine the historic Lake Forest Showhouse & Gardens

Cosentino is proud to participate in one of the nation’s most celebrated design showcases: the 2025 Lake Forest Show House & Gardens, held this year at Pembroke Lodge in Lake Forest, Illinois. The historic Georgian-style estate, originally built in 1895 by renowned architect Henry Ives Cobb, is being transformed by 38 top interior designers and landscape architects, each reimagining the home’s grand spaces while honoring its architectural legacy.

This year’s main kitchen, designed by Ablaze Design Group, featured a stunning combination of materials, including Dekton Nacre in both 12 mm and 20 mm thicknesses. Sleek and subtly textured, its Velvet finish adds quiet sophistication to both the perimeter countertops and the expansive kitchen island.

The warm, timeless kitchen feels grounded to the home’s history, but is elevated with modern materials. Dekton Nacre’s creamy tone and matte texture bring in that softness and elegance, while still providing the performance and durability needed in a high-use space. Dekton Nacre with the signature Ukiyo fluted texture is also featured in the kitchen, showcasing the innovative ways Cosentino surfaces can be used to add dimensional interest while maintaining a seamless style.

Designed with resilience in mind, Dekton is scratch-resistant, heat-resistant, and full lifecycle carbon neutral, making it an ideal choice for this high-profile show house that celebrates both design and sustainability.

Open to the public from April 26 through May 25, 2025, the Lake Forest Showhouse & Gardens benefits the Infant Welfare Society of Chicago. This year marks the 20th edition of the celebrated event, set against the stunning backdrop of a 15,000-square-foot estate surrounded by English gardens, a reflecting pond, and a historic pool house designed by David Adler.