Archive for February, 2009

turned a this decrepit structure into a garage

Theresa Nelson and her husband, Barney Smits, had drawn up plans to remodel their 1912 shingled bungalow in Oakland’s Rockridge neighborhood years ago. But as it turned out, the first thing on their property to get an extreme makeover was the garage.

My Monkey, My Self

Sharing a home with a primate, as many people around the country do, involves a much greater commitment than a cat or dog. Member ID orE-Mail Address: Password: Remember me on this computer.

Fireplaces Step Out for Air

At a time when renovation budgets are being slashed, many people are installing outdoor fireplaces, a less extravagant upgrade than putting in a pool.

Indian Modern Redux

In the East Village, a modern condo offers a sharp contrast to the street?s tenement walkups.

Where to Find Her Look

Shops in and around the D.C. region that sell Annie Selke collections, and what they carry: Annie Selke Home fabrics, trims and furniture. Eight stores in the D.C. area, including in Old Town Alexandria, Chevy Chase in the District and Rockville.

Selke’s Decorating Tips

What’s the trick to working with patterns? Here’s a quick tip: You can make almost everything work together if there’s a common thread. The thread I usually use is color. If you have different patterns (stripes, florals, geometrics, etc.) but they share

Clear the Way for the Spring Garden

You may be ready for spring, but is your garden? The final weeks of winter offer the last chance to clear away the remnants of last year’s garden before new growth sprouts. Shrubs and small trees are still dormant and can be pruned safely, and the

Italian Splendor at Philadelphia Flower Show

Spring is around the corner, but if you’re too winter-weary to wait, consider a trip to Philadelphia next week. The large, multifaceted and uplifting Philadelphia Flower Show will be staged at the city’s convention center, opening to the public on Sunday

Add Lots of Flowers

Create a memorable entry area with a display of blooms that wakes up your front walk. Slide 1 of 17 Use Curves and Colors A gently winding path is the perfect entrance into this front yard. Flanked by a colorful bed of blooming annuals, it looks great

Commercial Fishing Gets Bad Grands & Scarce Science Jobs

The world’s oceans are overfished and most countries are not helping the matter. We have a report on how the countries rate. And getting a job in the science field has been hard. Is there hope on the horizon?