Why Mid-Century Modern Homes Couldn’t Have Existed Without These Innovations

The mid-century modern home is iconic: the wall of windows, the open floor plans, the angled roofs. They aren’t for everyone, but they’ve been having a real moment for some time now. Their clean lines and connection to nature appeal to design lovers, but have you ever wondered why this style emerged

The Conversation Pit, Yes, In Fairfax

The Conversation Pit lives in Fairfax Over 10 years ago, I was showing a home in the Bonnie Brae neighborhood and was surprised to see a conversation pit right in the middle of the house. At the time, I hadn’t run across one before, and it felt so unexpected. But then it made perfect sense. All the

A Local Secret: Why I Love Riverbend Park

Riverbend Park Entrance   When people think of Great Falls, Virginia, they usually think of the famous Great Falls Park. It’s absolutely stunning and a must-see if you’re visiting the area. But one of my favorite parks in Great Falls is Riverbend Park. I’m fortunate to visit Riverbend Park several t

Fairlington’s History Is Hiding in Plain Sight

Fairlington is one of Arlington’s most iconic garden-style communities—and it has a fascinating origin story. Built quickly between 1942 and 1944 to address a critical housing shortage during World War II, it was a federally backed project meant to house defense workers supporting the war effort. At