Living on the East Coast for the first time, at least for this homeowner, meant taking a chance on a Colonial architectural style ubiquitous to the DC suburb of McLean, […]

  Indulgences- Travel A private villa on the island of Santa Cruz ultimate galapagos Most people see these islands from a cruise ship. Nice, but there’s a better way. Luxury […]

  Homes in The Gateway Grand enjoy ocean views along the beach at Ocean City, Maryland. Located within driving distance of most East Coast population centers, the communities of Maryland […]

Happily Ever After Annette Hannon overhauled the furnishings in the family room. Walls in Benjamin Moore Copper Clay beautifully offset a pair of silk rugs framed as art. Recognize this […]

  Expert Advice- The Right Lights Hinson's plan created a niche in which glass shelving was suspended by cable that is also hung with lights, "creating a piece of furniture […]

  Expert Advice - Pool Makeovers Whether they have purchased a home with an existing pool or built their own more than 10 years ago, many homeowners have pools that […]

  A Romantic Retreat Built in 1836, the original home belonged to a ship’s pilot.  A large serpentine bed of Knock Out roses causes cars almost to careen off the […]

  Portfolio- An Elegant Retreat The neutral color scheme is enhanced by dark wood cabinetry in the wet bar and mini-kitchen.When a couple with one son moved from McLean to […]

  Great Falls Pool Makeover There are more than 40,000 swimming pools in the DC metropolitan area, and Don Gwiz, vice-president of Lewis-Aquatech, says most of them are in need […]

Step by Step The renovation started with revamping the living room fireplace with a granite mantel and surround, cherry paneling and matching windows. To create an airier space, oak floors […]

  A Wedding at Home One of the most memorable milestones that can take place in a home is the wedding of a close family member or friend. A home, […]

  Reston Pool Makeover It’s difficult to imagine why anyone would allow a pool contractor to locate unsightly pool equipment in plain view. Hiding the tanks and pipes and meters […]

Less is More Precise lines in stone, glass and steel define the façade of the home David Jameson designed to integrate in scale to the neighboring properties. In his manifesto […]

  The Green Scene The LEAF house includes energy-efficient appliances and skylights. Photo © James PetroThe buildings we work and live in have a significant impact on the environment—and not a […]

  Bethesda Pool Makeover A formal, imposing house calls for a formal-style landscape, and that’s one reason why the old swimming pool on this Bethesda property had to go. When […]

  Lap of Luxury A waterfall flowing into the stainless-steel tub makes a striking focal point in this tranquil bath by designer Karen Luria. Sleek + Sculptural Designer Karen Luria […]