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The Visitor Center and Smith Education Center was designed by Ayers Saint Gross Architects and Planners of Baltimore.
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Monticello's new eco-friendly visitor center.
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Recently restored and reupholstered antiques fill the great hall, located a few steps down from the entry
foyer.
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The Tudor-style residence of Italy's new Ambassador to the U.S. combines the best of two cultures.
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Loblolly House, a pre-fabricated home that seamlessly blends into its natural habitat.
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A new exhibit at New York's Cooper-Hewitt, National Design Museum.
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Africa Adventure Consultants offsets 100 percent of each of its trips through the purchase of carbon credits.
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Carbon-Neutral Safaris, Paris Escape, Green Getaway.
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Wild steelhead salmon tartare cones are part of Chef Robert Weland's 20-bite micro-tasting menu at Poste.
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Eastern Shore Treat, Tropical Twist, 20 Bites at Poste.
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U.S. Green Building Council Headquarters.
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A non-descript 1970s-era office building in downtown DC just became cutting edge.
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The breathtaking golf course at Four Seasons Resort Lanai, The Lodge at Koele.
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Hawaii for Less, Villa Getaway, Alpine Escape.
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DC's Againn, complete with private scotch lockers.
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A Taste of England in DC, Latin-Asian Fusion, Cherry Blossom Cheer.
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Panasonic's 3D TV in action.
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The 2010 International Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas unveiled a dizzying array of gizmos and gadgets.
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Local "Top Chef" contestants welcome HOME & DESIGN into their home kitchens.
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A private tour of the homes of four local stars of Bravo's "Top Chef" series.
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Mike Isabella, a "Top Chef" Season 6 contender, cooks at home.
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The executive chef at Zaytinya in DC, Mike Isabella found inspiration and camaraderie during his run on Top Chef, Season 6.
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Bryan, his wife Jennifer and their son Thacher relax in their stylish living room.
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A calm and steady culinary tour de force, Bryan Voltaggio focuses on perfection at his acclaimed Frederick restaurant, Volt.
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Carla Hall's dining room features leather chairs, an old farm table and photos by Hall's husband Matthew Lyons.
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One of the finalists on Season 5, Carla Hall now runs the show at Alchemy Caterers in Silver Spring.
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Cooking at home with Top Chef contestant Spike Mendelsohn.
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Following his stint on Season 4, Spike left the Big Apple in 2008 to open Good Stuff Eatery in DC.
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DC's Co Co. Sala won a 2009 Rammy Award for "hottest bar scene."
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Check out these new DC eateries.
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Frank Lloyd Wright's Robie House in Chicago.
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New luxury destinations.
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The 1,500-square-foot lower level includes space for billiards next to the bar.
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Interior designer Samantha Friedman transforms a lackluster basement into a haven for entertaining.
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Josephine's was designed by Studios Architecture, an international firm with offices in DC.
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New DC club won an AIA Award for Interior Architecture.
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JBL Synthesis Digital Home Theater System.
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The newest home technology products offer flash as well as substance.
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Washington's 701 Restaurant has a new look.
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Check out these three restaurant hot spots in DC.
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Simple arrangements of roses and lilies adorn the dining table, along with plenty of candles.
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Skip Sroka's outdoor celebrations are low on prep but high on style.
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The 90-room 21c Museum Hotel was designed by Deborah Burke & Partners Architects.
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21c Museum Hotel in Louisville, Kentucky, marries Southern hospitality with world-class contemporary art.
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Ten Penh's pu pu platter.
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DC's Ten Penh has expanded its lounge to make way for double happy hours on weekdays.
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Founding Farmers celebrates the bounty of the American farm.
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Founding Farmers became the first dining establishment in the District to meet LEED Gold design standards for environmental stewardship.
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Bourbon Steak recently debuted at the Four Seasons Hotel in Georgetown.
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Bourbon Steak recently debuted at the Four Seasons Hotel in Georgetown.
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The seven-story atrium lobby of the Nines hotel in Portland is bathed in natural light.
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Located in the heart of Portland, Oregon, the Nines hotel debuted in a 1908 building that once housed a famed department store. The 331-room Starwood property introduced a number of eco-conscious initiatives.
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A Hestia Daemons wall hanging created by Hess is available at Poppy in Georgetown.
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Jewelry designer Heidi Hess brings her unique creations to her newly opened Georgetown boutique, Poppy. The shop, which takes its moniker from Hess's own nickname, borrows inspiration for its decor from the flower.
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