March/April 2026

Before and After: A Family Room Makeover in Pimmit Hills

What a difference new furnishings can make. This room refresh involved no structural changes, yet the results are dramatic.

This Falls Church Mudroom and Pantry Will Give You Storage Envy

A small but mighty drop zone and storage space keeps the mess at bay for a busy Virginia family with active kids.

Anatomy of a Showstopping Falls Church Dining Room

Rich textures and a live-edge table contribute to a space that's filled with personality and designed for both entertaining and everyday use.

Before and After: A Kids’ Playroom Becomes an Artsy Lounge

Levity and light were aesthetic priorities in this pretty room makeover in Arlington's Country Club Hills.

Step One in This Arlington Bedroom Makeover? Move the Bed

Who says you can't put the bed against a wall of windows? This elegant redesign does so to dramatic effect.

Our 7 Favorite Sandwiches to Eat Right Now

Who's got the best sandwiches in Northern Virginia? Our money's on these super-stuffed and tasty contenders.
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Requiem for a Teardown in Falls Church

Once upon a time, that humble pile of rubble was my childhood home. The house is gone, but the memories remain.

How’s This for an Impulse Purchase? They Bought a Vineyard

Reynolds Wilson and Leila Nowroozi wanted a vacation home in the Virginia countryside. Now they have a new wine label.

A Sophisticated Home Makeover for a Party House in McLean

Stylish dog crates are part of the design in this edgy, cowgirl-chic living room and dining room transformation.

In Pennsylvania, a Melodious Eco-Resort for Bird Lovers

Find fresh air and a slower pace with birding, nature hikes and charming small towns in the Pennsylvania Wilds.

How to Attract More Birds to Your Virginia Yard

North American bird populations have plummeted in the last 50 years. Our landscaping choices can help revive them.

In the Wee Hours, She Became Arlington Hospital’s First Patient

The year was 1944 and Arlington needed a hospital. Civic groups delivered the facility that would eventually become VHC Health.
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This Falls Church Pub Has Something for Everyone

Stratford Garden brings the communal spirit of an old-fashioned public house to the heart of The Little City.

Real Estate Sales Trends in Arlington, McLean and Falls Church

See where homes sold the fastest, commanded top dollar and changed hands over the last five years in 350+ NoVA neighborhoods.

Blerdcon Returns to Arlington In All Its Nerdy Glory

Love cosplay, gaming, manga and the Marvel universe? This free-spirited annual comic con is all about inclusivity.

This Colorado Ski Town Is Also a Foodies’ Paradise

Catch a direct flight to Vail, Colorado, for nonstop skiing, eating and enjoying the good life before the snow melts.

Top Real Estate Producers 2026

Looking to buy or sell a house? Here are the top-producing real estate agents and teams in our area.

Letter from the Publisher

Where The Streets Have No Sidewalks
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