Ask the Pros: Architecture What factors determine whether a waterfront site near the bay is viable for new construction? The first factor is utilities. Does the property have a private […]
Ask the Pros: Architecture What factors determine whether a waterfront site near the bay is viable for new construction? The first factor is utilities. Does the property have a private […]
Ask the Pros: Construction What challenges do you face when building on the water and how do you overcome them? Corrosion and weathering from driving wind and salt spray is […]
Ask the Pros: Interior Design How do you ensure that interiors complement, rather than compete, with water views? I don’t believe in sacrificing personal style and interior design because you […]
Ask the Pros: Landscape Architecture How do you create a landscape plan that best takes advantage of water views? A water view is a splendid asset, one that changes seasonally […]
Ask the Pros: Landscape Architecture What are best practices for selecting plant material for a project that’s in a critical area near the bay? Successful landscapes often use native plants. […]
Home Port Stunning, close-up views of Annapolis Harbor give this waterside townhouse an added dimension. During its renovation, contractor Lynbrook of Annapolis rebuilt the third-floor deck, which now affords picturesque […]
Game Days Designing a waterfront, Shingle-style home on Maryland’s Gibson Island, architect Christopher Frank of Hammond Wilson was able to make the most of the property’s location on pristine Redhouse […]
Quiet Cove Zoning required that a new Maryland home situated in a cove off the Choptank River adhere to the footprint of a dwelling that once occupied the site. Due […]
Bathing al Fresco 1. Ship Shape The Circle Shower from Oborain creates a nautical vibe with deck-like stained-îpe flooring and a crisp blue-and-white striped curtain that hangs like a sail […]
Adventures on the Bay There’s nothing more relaxing than a day spent cruising the Chesapeake. Watermark offers a variety of motorized cruises and private charters on a fleet of 13 […]
Beach Party 1. FRONTGATE'S CAPTAIN'S TABLE Yacht Entertaining Collection sets a classic nautical tone. Its beverage tub ($399), ice bucket with lid ($299) and serving tray ($279) boast exterior wood […]
Historic Charm Built in the 1770s in the heart of Annapolis’s historic district near the Naval Academy, The Annapolis Inn coddles guests in period style. Its three stately guest rooms […]
East Meets West What sailor hasn’t dreamt of docking his boat right in front of his own house?” asks an Annapolis homeowner. She and her husband got their wish when they purchased […]
Best in Show The 2015 Kitchen & Bath Design Awards, organized by the Baltimore-Washington Chapter of the National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA), welcomed 81 entries from area designers. Sponsored […]
Coastal Conservancy The new Chesapeake Bay Foundation Brock Environmental Center sprawls across half an acre of Virginia Beach shoreline—the only major structure on a 118-acre tract of land preserved by […]
Bazaar Room & Board’s chic Crescent Collection of seating brings indoor comfort outside with fully upholstered, foam-filled seat and back cushions. Rounded edges convey a modern look while marine-grade wood […]