OUT OF MOROCCO Arroz—Mike Isabella’s latest venture, located in the Marriott Marquis Washington, DC—is earning rave reviews for its contemporary spin on the cuisines of Morocco and southern Spain. Interiors by Natalie Park Design Studio evoke Moorish style. Pictured, right, top and bottom: a sherry sour and aged-duck bomba rice. 901 Massachusetts Avenue, NW; 202-869-3300. arrozbymic.com
VIVE LA FRANCE Inspired by French-brasserie style, the new Le DeSales in Dupont Circle features oak beams, custom millwork and a white-stone bar (left). While the décor by Areetoon Jayanan Architecture & Interior Design creates a warm, inviting vibe, the menu focuses on classic French cuisine with a modern twist. Look for foie gras; crudités with anchovy and garlic Hollandaise; and cod with confit turnip, grapes, clams and mustard leaves. The extensive wine list includes nearly 30 options by the glass.1725 DeSales Street, NW; 202-506-6856. ledesales.com
FRESH CATCH An avid fisherman, chef Robert Wiedmaier casts a wide net at Siren (above), his new restaurant in The Darcy hotel near Logan Circle. He and executive chef John Critchley focus on raw-bar offerings, chilled poached seafood, ceviches, sashimi and caviar. With deep-blue leather banquettes (bottom) and mermaid murals, the interiors by StreetSense evoke the mystery of the sea. 1515 Rhode Island Avenue, NW; 202-521-7171. sirenbyrw.com
Kravet has teamed up with the Echo Design Group to create a new line of vibrant fabrics that brings a chic, summery aesthetic to any home near the shore. The Echo Ibiza Indoor/Outdoor Collection includes large-scale suzanis, ikats, paisleys, stripes and whimsical polka dots and mosaics in colorways that range from Tropical Lime, Tangelo and Sea Glass to neutrals such as Beach, Boardwalk, and Gull. The fabrics are designed to withstand heavy use and won’t fade in the sun. Available at the Kravet showroom in the Washington Design Center or via the website curatedkravet.com.
The second edition of Chesapeake Country celebrates the nation’s largest estuary and its environs with stunning images by photographer Lucian Niemeyer and insightful text by journalist Eugene L. Meyer. Brilliantly capturing the Chesapeake’s unique history and scenic towns, architecture, waterman culture, natural beauty and ecology, this volume is sure to inspire both long-time residents and visitors to the region. Abbeville Press, New York, New York, 2015; $49.95.
How do you accentuate a water view in your design projects?
When designing a waterfront home, my general philosophy is less is more. Views should always be the focal point. This is best accomplished in one of two ways.
You can either take your palette from the view beyond the space; incorporating blues, greens and sandy neutrals will lead the eye beyond the room to the outdoor environment. Using neutrals is another effective approach, particularly in a more contemporary design. By keeping the elements of the room simple and color to a minimum, you create a backdrop that allows the views to work as an ever-changing work of art. —Lisa Publicover, Lisa Publicover Interior Design, Annapolis, Maryland
Cabinets: Kitchen Encounters, Annapolis, Maryland. Builder: Riley Custom Homes, Annapolis, Maryland.
Move over, cornhole toss—there’s a new game hitting beaches and backyards. A cross between bocce and horseshoes, Rollors challenges players to roll wooden disks as close as they can to a goal. Air Force veteran Matt Butler, who developed the game between deployments, now consults fellow veterans on how to get their own inventions off the ground. The game, including six discs and two goals, is $49.95. rollors.com
With an eye on sustainability, what do you look for when selecting windows, siding and roof materials?
Building sustainably is made up of many small steps. Windows and doors should keep the conditioned air indoors and the weather outside. We look for U-factor and fenestration ratings to be close to best in class, and then we assess the sustainable materials from which they are built. All of these then need to be weighed against the actual performance of the product over the expected life of the home. Of course, the siding and roofing have the same priority factors.
With all the new products showing up on the market, it is important to be able to understand a product’s claims and, more importantly, its durability. We often end up passing over the newest products for truly environmentally responsible ones. Building sustainably results in a legacy home that will last for generations. —Raymond J. Gauthier, Lynbrook of Annapolis, Inc., Annapolis, Maryland
Architect: Steven Kahle Architects, Annapolis, Maryland.
Discuss the appeal of a beach-entry pool and the pros and cons of a saltwater pool.
Beach-entry pools serve many functions. For young families, having a shallow area for kids is nice. Beach-entry also allows bathers who want to lounge in shallow water to either sit right in the pool or bring in a chair and dangle their feet. In addition, features such as bubblers and jets can add interest to a beach-entry pool.
One of the greatest pros of a saltwater pool is what it does for your body. Swimmers with dry skin find a lot of relief in saltwater pools, which eliminate the hard effects of harsh chemicals in the water. However, salt water does cause certain types of metals and other materials to corrode faster. Typically, anything that is not stainless steel will have to be replaced sooner in a saltwater pool than a conventional one. The upfront costs can also be a deterrent. —James Londot, Vista Pro Landscape & Design, Davidsonville, Maryland
Describe the challenges and rewards of designing homes in the Chesapeake Bay region.
The superlative challenge is creating a unique piece of architecture that is site-specific. Each site is a microcosm of the natural beauty of the Chesapeake Bay: Earth, water, plants and all of life is there. Protecting this environment is an immensely challenging responsibility.
The rewards of the art of architecture are immeasurable and intoxicating. We get to explore the vast world of design with our clients; we indulge in the joy of invention every day. Together we get to create a unique place that balances the sublime power of nature with the comforting beauty of the home. —Chip Bohl, AIA, Bohl Architects, Annapolis, Maryland
Builder: Berliner Construction Company, Annapolis, Maryland.
Entrusted by long-time clients to design the grounds surrounding their new custom home in McLean, Charles Owen faced a dilemma in the backyard. “We started with a 30-foot slope going straight down,” recalls the principal of Fine Landscapes, who had to figure out how to establish a pool and grand outdoor living spaces on what he dubbed “a perfect sledding hill.”
Ultimately, Owen developed a plan to create a series of terraces built by hauling in truckloads of compactable fill. This multi-level scheme detailed an upper terrace containing a covered cabana with an outdoor TV, grill, bar and dining area; an infinity-edge pool faced by a built-in stone banquette with a central fire pit; a private spa below the pool; and an expansive lawn where the owners’ grandchildren can frolic. Each level gently slopes down to the next via steps made of fieldstone boulders from western Pennsylvania. “We tried to make it relatively effortless to go from one area to the next without noticeable changes in grade,” Owen explains. At the lawn level, the pool and terraced gardens are buttressed by curved retaining walls.
A waterfall spills over the pool edge into a spa concealed behind a stone retaining wall. “The spa is tucked into the hillside to afford privacy from the neighbors and to create more of a vista as one looks out over the swimming pool,” says Owen. An underground space beneath the terrace stores cushions and garden tools.
Fine Landscapes installed the two-and-a-half-acre garden while construction of the home—designed by architects Bulent Baydar and Gregory Palmer of Harrison Design—was underway so that the entire project would be completed at once. In his landscape design, Owen took inspiration from the stately, French Country-style stone residence. On the lawn, he created a boxwood parterre surrounding an antique Provençal fountain that he and his clients purchased on a trip to Paris. “I designed the garden to be viewed from the top down so you get to see the classic Palladian pattern from above,” he says. Surrounded by Madagascar vinca, Miss Kim lilacs planted on the four corners of the parterre impart a wonderful fragrance.
Owen’s horticultural palette delivers not only fragrance but also bursts of color throughout the seasons. A dwarf R.J. Montgomery spruces accents one corner of the pool. Descending toward the lawn, guests traverse steps enveloped in Creeping Jenny, Japanese iris and Happy Returns daylilies. Mounds of Rozanne geraniums carpet beds in blue flowers all summer long. And evergreens and crape myrtles screen the lawn from neighboring homes. “Most of the garden, except for the potted plants, is hybrid perennials to reduce upkeep,” says Owen.
Wheat’s Landscape, which maintains the property, plants the annual beds and pots and visits every 10 to 12 days during the summer months. Recently, the company also upgraded the home’s irrigation system. “As the landscape grew in and the plants matured, they were blocking watering heads. And some areas didn’t need as much water as they once did,” says Wheat’s account manager Matthew Gryskevich. “So we changed the nozzles and watering zones. Irrigation technology has advanced so an overhaul makes sense because there are new controllers and a lot of them can even run on WiFi.”
The owners love their outdoor spaces, which blend beautifully with the architecture of their home. The French Country aesthetic resonates with Owen, who sells antique garden elements that he imports from France out of a warehouse in Sterling, Virginia. “I lived in Paris as a kid and have always been fascinated with these items,” he says. “I like to work ornamental pieces into my designs. Whether it’s an antique fountain or a gate from the 1700s, these pieces create a sense of individuality for the client.”
Photographer George Brown is based in Alexandria.
ARCHITECTURE: BULENT BAYDAR, AIA, NCARB, and GREGORY PALMER, AIA, NCARB, Harrison Design, Washington, DC. BUILDER: Artisan Builders, McLean, Virginia. LANDSCAPE DESIGN: CHARLES OWEN, Fine Landscapes, Sterling, Virginia. LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE: MATTHEW GRYSKEVICH, Wheat’s Landscape,
Vienna, Virginia.
Set on the Wye River on Maryland’s Eastern Shore, a white, clapboard home comprised of peaked, gabled forms stood in stark relief against a bare, empty lawn. Such was the state of affairs when landscape architect Kevin Campion got a call from a DC-based couple who had recently purchased the property as a weekend getaway and summer home. The new owners had hired Annapolis architect Chip Bohl to renovate the 1996 residence. They then tapped Campion and his associate, Nick Ries, to tackle their 16-acre waterfront site, which also encompassed two adjacent guest houses and a detached garage.
“The existing conditions had the lawn going right up to the house—no foundation plantings or Chesapeake semblance at all,” recalls Ries. “It’s a beautiful, modern home, but it could have been sited anywhere and didn’t fit in with the Eastern Shore. We wanted to change that.”
Taking inspiration from the Tidewater habitat, Campion and Ries selected a palette of native plants that would soften the profile of the house yet still respect its modern oeuvre. Textural but clean-lined gardens were developed around other amenities the clients requested: a pool with a terrace, a spa and a fire pit where they could gather to watch sailboats skim by on their way to and from the Chesapeake Bay.
Starting in the front where cars parked right up against the house, the landscape architects established a forecourt for guest parking and a 30-yard bluestone path that connects it to the home. “Guests get out and walk to the front door, which creates some drama in the approach,” says Campion. A side drive on the left leads to the garage.
Along the front façade, Campion and Ries created a living foundation with bands of boxwood, Carl Foerster reed grass, and nassella—species that are “appropriate for a modern house,” says Ries. “The grass lends itself to the peak idea; it’s reaching for the sky, just like the house.”
Behind the home, they sited the pool, spa and Corten steel fire pit between the main house and the western guest house, a spot close to both the kitchen and the screened porch. From here, the owners and guests enjoy “commanding views of the Wye River,” says Campion.
The third phase of the project—still in progress—is planting the expansive riverside lawn with blocks of ornamental grasses and perennials. “These coastal grasses bring the Tidewater landscape up to the house,” Campion explains. “The idea is to reduce the amount of lawn and the impact of runoff. We’re still working on planting along the water’s edge, which is the most ecologically important place to filter stormwater.”
These gardens add texture, color, and movement to the landscape—and create a wildlife habitat. “Minarda comes up in the spring and is a deep burgundy color. The bees go nuts over it,” notes Ries. “And Blue Spires Russian sage blooms from June to September. It moves with the wind and the bees, birds, and butterflies are all over it.”
A low, stone plinth separates the house and pool area from the lawn, which slopes down to the river. Long, wide stairs edged in stone create an amphitheater effect. “Adults can sit on the steps and look down at the kids playing,” says Campion. Kayaks, Jon boats, dirt bikes and four-wheelers stored in the garage can easily be taken down to the dock or on jaunts around the property. Near the garage, Campion Hruby is also preparing a family vegetable garden where the owners and their two children can cultivate fruits and vegetables.
A far cry from its barren beginnings, this newly established landscape finally connects to—and protects—its Eastern Shore surroundings, while its style complements the existing structures on the site. As Campion concludes, “We found a lot of hard edges and tried to soften them without losing the sense of modern design.”
LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE: KEVIN CAMPION, ASLA, principal; NICK RIES, ASLA, project manager, Campion Hruby Landscape Architects, Annapolis, Maryland. BUILDER: Nuttle Builders, Denton, Maryland. LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE: Unity Landscape, Church Hill, Maryland. POOL: Sunset Pools, Annapolis, Maryland.
After their second child was born, George and Rima Bitar realized they’d outgrown their home and decided to search for a larger, move-in-ready residence. But two years later and still looking, they changed their minds when they landed on an unrenovated, 1990s-era home with a pool, situated on a quiet cul-de-sac in McLean.
“It wasn’t what I had in mind but I could see beyond what was inside,” recalls Rima. “We wanted a house with a pool and a nice neighborhood. There wasn’t much space for entertaining, but there was a lot of charm.”
With its series of small rooms, the main level felt choppy. Fussy fluted columns and dark finishes conveyed a dated vibe. And tired cabinets and poor workflow in the kitchen left much to be desired. Nevertheless, Rima insisted, “I could see the potential.” So they purchased the home with a few basic fixes in mind.
George, a plastic surgeon, and Rima, an electrical engineer, gravitate toward modern style—though she describes her aesthetic as “modern but warm at the same time.” After interviewing several contractors who focused mainly on kitchen improvements, they met with Sonny Nazemian, principal of Michael Nash Design Build & Homes, who envisioned ways to address flaws throughout the entire house.
One of these was a powder room located to the left of the foyer that separated the living room and study. Both of these small, dark rooms were blocked off, so Nazemian suggested relocating the powder room and combining the living room and study into one space; this would create a larger entertainment area with abundant natural light.
“Sonny got that right away,” recalls Rima. She and George also liked Nazemian’s ideas for overhauling the kitchen, improving sightlines to the lush backyard and modernizing the home’s traditional detailing. They hired him to complete a whole-house makeover before they moved in.
In the kitchen, his plan addressed both form and function. “They had a nice-sized kitchen but it was old and tired and everything was in one area,” recalls Nazemian. “If two or three people wanted to work in that area, they would run into each other.”
Moreover, Rima didn’t like having the stovetop located on the island. “From a safety standpoint it didn’t work,” she points out. “My kids are always roaming around the island, and there was no place to put a vent.”
Nazemian’s plan moved the cooktop to the back wall and installed a hood above. He reconfigured the island and shifted the refrigerator and sink, improving workflow. New white cabinets, quartzite countertops and JAS Lighting pendants hanging from a new tray ceiling convey a modern look.
The kitchen opens to a two-story family room where Nazemian re-faced the dull, two-story stone fireplace in sleek porcelain with a niche for a flat-screen TV. He also removed an outdated wet bar, creating a new powder room in its place between the family room and adjacent living room.
In lieu of heavy, traditional appointments, visitors encounter bold updates from the moment they enter the marble-floored foyer. Wrought-iron pickets have replaced builder-grade wooden ones on the staircase and landing. New LED lighting and fresh paint brighten the interiors, while dark-stained, wide-plank wood flooring feels more contemporary than the pale, existing wood floors.
And in the enlarged living room, Rima, a talented musician, has room for her baby grand piano next to a new built-in cabinet lined with backlit onyx for a touch of drama.
Nazemian removed as many of the home’s ornate columns as possible, reframing necessary ones in panels that complement crisp crown molding installed throughout the residence. “By eliminating columns, views of the backyard are improved,” he explains.
On the upper floor, the master bathroom was updated, bookshelves in the hallway were removed to create a wider passage and a spare bedroom was converted into a home office to make up for the loss of the study downstairs.
“The house now has a timeless beauty that doesn’t dictate a certain era,” says Nazemian of the finished project.
The Bitars are thrilled with their renovated residence, which won a 2016 Grand COTY award. “Sonny did a very nice job making the house modern with a classical twist and keeping it warm and very inviting,” enthuses George. “Once we found architectural solutions for the things that bothered me, I felt like it was the kind of home I wanted.”
Photographer Greg Hadley is based in Fairfax, Virginia.
RENOVATION DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION: SONNY NAZEMIAN, Michael Nash Design Build & Homes, Fairfax, Virginia.
On a trek through rural Loudoun County, a curvy one-lane road dotted with horse farms splits off to a mile-long drive. Meandering past vineyards and a pond, guests arrive at a residence that combines a timeless, Prairie-style sensibility and all of the amenities of 21st-century living.
With its Pennsylvania bluestone walls, deep-red window casings, and two-story pavilion, the structure bears no resemblance to its previous incarnation as a nondescript rambler. A Virginia-based executive and his wife discovered the 100-plus-acre property while searching for a weekend getaway. The couple, who frequently host large fundraisers, birthday parties and family events, wanted to create a gathering place where they could spend time with their three children and welcome guests with ease. They fell in love with the setting, but the outdated house was another story.
After acquiring the property, the couple asked BOWA vice president Tim Burch to evaluate it. Soon after, Burch invited architect John Heltzel, a frequent collaborator, to help with the design.
“The existing house was small, dated and needed a lot of repair work,” says Heltzel. “But it had good bones and the foundation was in great shape. We decided to do what we could to salvage what was there and make the best of it.”
Working closely with their clients, Burch and Heltzel developed a plan that would completely overhaul the rambler—and eventually triple its size. “They told us they like mid-western, Prairie-style architecture and they wanted something that was sympathetic and compatible with the site,” recalls Heltzel. “As an architect, that’s exactly what you want to hear.”
The team deliberated over the exterior and interior finishes that would blend new and old construction into a stylish, cohesive whole. “We threw everything out the window as far as standard design stuff,” says Burch, who has also worked on the owners’ main residence. “We sat outside for three weeks looking at different paint schemes, making sure it all worked.” For the exterior, they selected low-maintenance HardiePlank siding, standing-seam and architectural shingles for the roof and Weathershield windows, which come in a wide array of colors—including red.
A red, standing-seam rooftop a two-story, open-air pavilion connected to the home via a deck. Separating the pavilion from the house was a strategic move, says Heltzel, to preserve views from the interior and balance the height of the new construction. Cars drive under the “bridge” to access a lower-level rear garage while the driveway in front leads to a paved parking court and an upper-level garage.
The original entry vestibule still welcomes guests into the residence. But it now opens into a larger foyer, beyond which a two-story addition contains a great room and an open kitchen, dining and family room on the ground level. The cramped, existing main-floor spaces have been reconfigured into two comfortable bedrooms with en-suite baths, a laundry room, and a foyer. The lower level of the addition houses a media room, game room, gym and secondary kitchen. The makeover also created a luxurious, third-floor master suite atop the original structure.
Architectural details and a refined material palette—from hickory floors to coffered ceilings—impart a fresh twist interior design on the rustic style. “The moldings are oversized, somewhat simple, but still elegant,” says Burch. The kitchen combines custom cabinets in a gray-washed finish, honed marble countertops and a Viking range in red for contrast.
As the house grew to 6,000 square feet, the owner raised concerns about energy efficiency and at BOWA’s recommendation decided to install a geothermal system. “We did energy calculations everywhere to make sure it was as air-tight as possible,” says Burch.” And a smart-home system installed by A.B.E. Networks controls everything from HVAC to lighting, entertainment, and automated window shades.
The house won a 2016 Grand COTY award for the whole-house project over $1 million, and Home & Design’s Award of Excellence. Burch attributes this success to a seamless collaboration of owners, architect, and builder. “John and I have worked on so many projects together that we know what the other is thinking,” he says. “It’s always fun and, production-wise, it went smoothly.”
The owners, who’ve hosted events for 150 at their new getaway, also enjoy quiet weekends spent hiking, skeet shooting and pond-fishing on the property. “During the summer,” says the husband, “we work in the vineyard and grow cut flowers that my wife loves to share with friends and family. We have a large extended family and the home easily accommodates multiple generations.”
Photographer Bob Narod is based in Herndon, Virginia.
ARCHITECTURE: JOHN HELTZEL, AIA, John F. Heltzel, AIA, Manassas and McLean, Virginia. BUILDER: TIM BURCH, BOWA, McLean and Middleburg, Virginia.
Lori Weitzner’s Ode to Color (Harper Design, New York, New York, 2016; $50) is no ordinary decorating primer. Rather, the book initiates a sensory journey so rife with culture, spirituality, literature, and art that even readers with little interest in design will find food for thought in its richly crafted pages.
The New York textile designer, whose fabrics, wall coverings and trim beautify residential and commercial spaces worldwide, wrote the book to put readers in touch with their emotional responses to color. “If people understand why they like these colors, maybe they’ll be more comfortable using them in their homes,” explained Weitzner during a chat at Century in the Washington Design Center on March 16. “The book takes you through 10 worlds of color that I’ve lived with and breathed all my life.”
In chapters named for these 10 palettes—from riotous Garden Party to sultry Night Shadows—she brings colors into vivid relief. Waterside, for example, pays tribute to blues with vignettes of the author’s work, a J.M.W. Turner seascape, an essay on the joys of blue jeans, a Walt Whitman poem, Joni Mitchell lyrics and a dazzling surfer photograph by Pamela Viola. A DC-based artist whose photography appears throughout the book, Viola accompanied Weitzner during her presentation at Century.
Since her book came out, editors constantly call on Weitzner to predict the next big trend in color. But, she says with a laugh, they miss her point. “The trend,” the author reflects, “is finding what’s right for you.” weitznerlimited.com
TENPENH REVIVAL Chef Jeff Tunks’s pan-Asian TenPenh, which sadly departed DC in 2012, has made a comeback. Designed by Gensler, its new Tysons Corner location was inspired by a traditional Chinese courtyard house. Each room has its own identity, from the Taiwan-inspired Tea Room to the private dining room featuring a rice-paper mermaid mural. Diners can savor a few TenPenh classics (think Whole Crispy Fish) along with dim sum, sushi, ramen and more. 7900 Westpark Drive; 703-910-3096. tenpenhtysons.com
TASTE OF BRAZIL Fogo de Chão has opened its second location in the DC area, bringing Brazilian-style churrasco to Tysons Corner. After fire-roasting an array of meats in an open kitchen, roving gaucho chefs hand-carve each selection—from filet mignon to leg of lamb—according to the diners’ liking. A market table brimming with salads, soups, and vegetables balances the continuous protein feast. 1775 Tysons Boulevard; 703-556-0200. fogo.com
SOUTHERN DRAW Honeysuckle, a new hot spot, has opened in the space occupied by the now-shuttered Vidalia. At the helm is Hamilton Johnson, Vidalia’s former executive chef—a South Carolina native who elevates “low country” ingredients into sublime creations such as lamb tartare with pickled porcini (left) and seared sea scallops with squash fondue (right). Ron Saleh designed the interiors, which feature a bar (above) with a communal table crafted of reclaimed South Carolina oak and a mural by DC artist Rick Bach that pays homage to Johnson’s many tattoos. 1990 M Street, NW; 202-659-1990. honeysuckledc.com
OLD CITY ENCLAVE In the heart of Lisbon’s medieval quarter, the Memmo Alfama makes an ideal base for exploring the capital’s historic sites and night spots. The 42-room hotel is housed in a late-19th-century building and features a sprawling terrace and wine bar (above) with dramatic views of the old city and the River Tagus. Rates from $140. memmohotels.com/alfama
ANDROS ESCAPE Located on South Andros in the Bahamas’ Out Islands, Tiamo is a private-island resort accessible by boat or seaplane. With only 11 beach cottages, this intimate and eco-friendly retreat boasts tranquil beaches, a restaurant, a spa and a host of water sports—including bonefishing in Andros’s famous turquoise flats. From $810, including meals. tiamoresorts.com
MOROCCAN STYLE
Jasper Conran—a British designer known for his fashion, accessory and interior collections—opened his first hotel last year in Morocco. L’Hôtel Marrakech transforms a 19th-century palace (left) into a five-suite retreat. Antiques and Conran’s own lighting and textile designs furnish the interiors and terraces (above), making guests feel at home. Rates from $398, including breakfast. l-hotelmarrakech.com
MAXI WITH MOXIE Swing into spring with Versace’s Pleated Chevron Knit Maxi. With a halter neck and partly open back, it exudes breezy, casual style. $1,750; versace.com
STONE AGE The Volu Lapis Lazuli Cage Cuff combines an 18-carat gold-plated brass bracelet with two contrasting lapis stones. Its bold, geometric look is perfect for warm, arm-baring weather ahead. $345; bloomingdales.com
MADE IN THE SHADE Gucci’s oversized 54mm Square Sunglasses are high on glamour, but also provide 100-percent UV protection. The dark tortoise-shell frame gives way to glitter blue-and-red temples. $360; lordandtaylor.com
