Cannon Frank A Design Corporation PC

Specialties

Chicago’s Interior Design Firm of the Year — Cannon Frank — has «We Hear You» as their tagline for good reason. Clients of this high-​end, multifaceted firm say principal John Cannon’s uncanny ability to hear what his clients really want and then take them beyond their dreams is unparalleled. Cannon finds the perfect way to frame the all-​important qualities of air and light that are the «bones» of every great space. He may layer antiques or clever furnishings together with new colors, his own custom designs or inventive fixtures. His work allows and promotes gracious living, perfectly suiting the lifestyles of his clients. Cannon Frank enjoys a revered reputation among the city’s aesthetically elite.

History

Established in 1980.

Cannon Frank is a full-​service Chicago-​based interior design corporation specializing in high-​end custom furnishings, cabinetry, fabrics, window treatments and carpeting for the residential and commercial markets. With more than 30 years of experience, principals John Cannon and Cary Frank have developed much of their clientele as referrals from satisfied customers.

Combining a strong background in period furnishings, classic and contemporary styles, as well as art and antiques allows Cannon Frank to base most projects on comfort and practicality rather than trends, so that the end result is a timeless creation. An astute awareness of interior architecture, plumbing and electrical work make the design experience stress-​free and exciting for the clients.

Once the clients’ tastes and preferences are established, Cannon Frank creates the project with the clients’ environment in mind. John Cannon’s ability to understand what the clients really want, bring their tastes forward, and incorp

Meet the Business Owner

John C.

Business Owner

John began his career in interior design in the 1970s, and has been partners with Cary Frank since 1980, when they founded Cannon Frank. Previously, John had worked for two designers before he decided to begin his own company. He attended the Ray Vogue School of Design (now the Illinois Institute of Art) and has been designing homes, offices, restaurants, furniture, terraces, carpets, gardens and pools (both locally and nationally) ever since. By designing residences up to 25,000 square feet and office buildings up to 150,000 square feet, John is able to realize his design philosophy of «first giving the clients what they want, and then taking them ten paces beyond their goal.»

John has regularly volunteered with DIFFA Chicago (Design Industries Foundation Fighting AIDS) since its 1984 inception, serving on the board for six years, chairing the designer garage sale for two and once charing the DIFFA Ball. Other non-​profit involvement includes Lambda Legal, Lakefront Supportive Housing