Building Bridges
With its serene Beaux Arts symmetry, the Belgian Embassy residence on Foxhall Road conjures the elegance and refinement of a Parisian mansion—set amid 10…
Paper Trail
Recapturing the sense of wonder inquisitive travelers experienced long ago, Kate Norris leads viewers on a path to discovery through the gentle art of…
State of the Art
Roman Holiday Ferrari has unveiled a prototype of its new Roma model—a mid-front-engine, 2+ coupé inspired by the carefree days of 1950s and ’60s…
Icon Reborn
Lore Group has transformed Penn Quarter’s landmark Riggs Bank building into the elegant Riggs Washington DC. Creative director Jacu Strauss preserved its historic architecture,…
Dupont Debut
Former White House chef Frank Ruta presides over Annabelle, a new hot spot recently opened in the former Restaurant Nora location. Martin Vahtra of…
Art Scene
From April 22 to 26, the National Building Museum will host the 38th Smithsonian Craft Show, a juried event spotlighting furniture, ceramics, fiber art,…
Gallery Talk
Visitors to the Smithsonian American Art Museum’s Renwick Gallery will experience art on a monumental scale—while lying on a printed-textile floor. The brainchild of…
Chef’s Table
Visitors who walk into the kitchen of Polly and Robert Wiedmaier’s home in Kensington, Maryland, are generally surprised, says Robert. He is the Michelin-star…
Glass Act
Inside a converted warehouse south of the James River in Richmond, a white-hot flame darts wildly from a hand-held torch. Sean Donlon, standing at…
State of the Art
Retro Style The Brionvega Radiofonografo Radio and Turntable revives a 1965 design by Italian architects (and brothers) Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni. Made of…
Wild West
Nestled in Wyoming’s North Platte River Valley, the Lodge & Spa at Brush Creek Ranch caters to nature lovers all year round. Snow buffs…
Dining Debuts
A Slice of France in Georgetown At Brasserie Liberté, newly opened in the former Morton’s location, chef Jaryd Hearn celebrates authentic French cuisine and…
Très Chic
Since Paris-based Barbara Boccara and Sharon Krief launched ba&sh 16 years ago, the clothier has opened more than 200 locations worldwide, including a new…
An Appetite For Annapolis
Located in central Maryland, quaint and storied Annapolis is an easy trip from both DC and Baltimore. This popular city and its Anne Arundel County…
Fruitful Pursuits
No wonder the burgundy paint on the Parkers’ front door is called “Wine.” It is a fitting introduction to the birthplace of the esteemed…
Ebb and Flow
A spellbinding universe of majesty and wonder unfolds in the luminous paintings of Hedieh Javanshir Ilchi. As if viewed from the stars, fluid bodies interlace…
Bold Setting
Champagne flowed at Georgetown’s Calloway Fine Art during the October 2 launch party for the 2019 limited edition of MOOD By Christofle—an artful tabletop…
Scent of Home
Long & Foster is branching out. Partnering with venerable French parfumerie MANE, the real estate behemoth has introduced a signature home fragrance intended to…
Cutting Edge
Sport Redefined BMW expands its family of sleek sports cars with the four-door 2020 8 Series Gran Coupe. While retaining the brand’s familiar elegant…
Latin Affair
Venezuela-born chef Enrique Limardo opened DC’s Seven Reasons in April to rave reviews. The former chef at Baltimore’s Alma Cocina Latina has created a…