Life + Style

A Backyard Oasis

By Jarrad Saffren In the post-COVID era, a backyard pool is no longer just a pool. It’s an oasis, according to Michael Shaffery, the CEO/president...

Adventure awaits at the beach

By Mary Ann Treger Think a regional beach vacation is only about loafing on a beach soaking up sun? Think again. Sure, there’s plenty of...

A starter guide to curating a gallery wall

By Joyce Sampson The decision to bring a bare wall to life can be intimidating. Whether your abode is a massive estate or a studio...

Hidden Wedding Venues

Aix La Chapelle Farm If you’ve always dreamed of getting married outdoors in a bucolic setting, the Aix La Chapelle Farm in Poolesville may be...

Not Your Childhood Treehouses

By Eric D. Goodman We weren’t sure quite what to expect when we were invited to stay a weekend at a treehouse resort. Sure, I’d...

Farrow & Ball

The U.K.-based paint and wallpaper brand, which has operated since 1946, is getting ready to open up a new location at Federal Realty’s Bethesda...

Salon for the naturally curly takes root in Gaithersburg

  My curls come naturally. They are a barometer of the weather. They corkscrew when it’s humid and relax to wavy when it’s cool and...

Silver Spring pond hosts human guests as well as flying fowl

In the short time that Mary Beth Millstein has had to enjoy the new duck pond on her Silver Spring property, she’s hosted several...

Nike Unite

Nike Unite has announced it will open a new store this year in Silver Spring, Montgomery Community Media reported. Formerly the site of a...

Warby Parker comes to Pike & Rose

Warby Parker, purveyors of prescription eyewear,  opened its doors on July 10 at Pike & Rose in North Bethesda, reported storereporter.com. Situated between the...