The 8th annual DreamHome will be open to the public April 13 through Dec. 14, 2012, Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m, here at the North Lobby of The Merchandise Mart, on the first floor.

The 2012 DreamHome will bring to life the amazing talents of 9 of Chicago’s top interior design firms as they each design a room in the home using the luxury resources only available at the Design Center showrooms held within The Merchandise Mart. This year-round design installation offers the public the unique opportunity to explore some of the most extraordinary furnishings and accessories from the world’s best manufacturers.

There will be free admission and donations will be accepted that will benefit a local charity. For more information and to see a list of the designers, click here.