Dream Kitchens
Modern Vision A design team brings openness and light to a kitchen on the Chesapeake. read more Rustic Vibe Sarah Kahn Turner…
And the Winner Is
Each year, a panel of building-industry professionals chooses nominees for the Great American Living Awards. Sponsored by the Northern Virginia Building Industry Association, the…
ASID Awards Gala
The American Society of Interior Designers Washington Metro Chapter held its annual gala on September 27 at Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams in DC….
Chesapeake Views issue party
On November 13, Home & Design marked the debut of the Winter 2019 issue of its sister publication, Chesapeake Views. Guests gathered in Stuart…
CRAN Soiree
The Custom Residential Architects Network hosted its Annual Holiday Party on December 6 at Architectural Ceramics in Chevy Chase.
H&D’s Late Fall Issue Party
Home & Design celebrated its November/December 2018 issue at Konst SieMatic in Bethesda on October 30. Guests mingled and explored the showroom’s sleek, cutting-edge…
H&D Fall 2018 Launch Party
On September 6, Home & Design hosted a launch party for its September/October 2018 issue at Marble Systems in Fairfax. Guests mingled and explored…
Bedtime Story
1/ Safari Dreams—An orange zebra-print rug by Alliyah was the starting point for Breeze Giannasio of California-based Breeze Giannasio Interiors as she planned a…
City Oasis
A backyard garden in Kalorama posed some challenges for landscape architect Jennifer Horn, who was asked to transform it into a party-ready space with…
Best of Show
On June 14, the American Institute of Architects Northern Virginia chapter held its annual Design Awards celebration at the new Reston Station office building, designed…
H&D’s Summer 2018 Issue Party
On June 13, Home & Design hosted a launch party for its July/August issue at A.B.E. Networks in Rockville. Guests mingled indoors and out…
Gina Fitzsimmons
Hot Talent
Now in its 11th year, Home & Design’s “Hot Talent” feature spotlights local pros who have launched firms of their own. Our mission is…
Designer Favorites
Pet Beds by Christopher Guy—christopherguy.com “These pet beds are adorable and swanky at the same time!”—Paula Grace Halewski, Paula Grace Designs, Inc. Chambers Table…
Scavolini Party
On May 3, Scavolini hosted a reception to celebrate the debut of the Diesel Open Workshop Kitchen Project in its Georgetown showroom. Guests enjoyed…
2018 NKBA Awards
On May 10, the National Kitchen & Bath Association Baltimore-Washington Chapter held its annual Design Awards gala at 2941 Restaurant in Falls Church. Home &…
Ask the Pros: Builder
What measures and materials protect a waterfront home from the elements? Creating an impenetrable building envelope is paramount, especially along the shores of the…
Ask the Pros: Architecture
What properties do you look for when selecting windows for a waterfront home? Waterfront homes experience heavy thermal and moisture exposure, especially on the…
Ask the Pros: Landscape Design
What advice do you offer clients for creating inviting outdoor “rooms?” We advise our clients to go for function over beauty. Select an area that…
Ask the Pros: Interior Design
What is your philosophy on using prints versus solid textiles when there are water views in a room? I like to design with a combination…