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Shenandoah County: Virginia's Lesser-Known Gem for Families Sep. 22, 2024

Travel and Adventure

By Candyce H. Stapen Shenandoah Caverns' aptly named Diamond Cascade entranced 7-year-old James and ... Read More

Doctor, Doctor, Here Is the News Sep. 21, 2024

The Art of Design

Have you ever felt sicker when you visited a doctor's office than when you were at home? I don't mea... Read More

An Open and Shut Case: Doors Sep. 14, 2024

The Art of Design

Doors are great communicators. When they are opened wide, they mean welcome. When they are opened sl... Read More

More Takeaways on Trump-Harris Debate Sep. 12, 2024

Debra J. Saunders

WASHINGTON — The debate over the debate is just getting started. Here are a few takes on the A... Read More

Sensual Decor Sep. 07, 2024

The Art of Design

It is believed that decorating a house in a traditional or formal manner can have a stifling effect ... Read More

More Tips Sep. 04, 2024

Single File®

Single parenting can be lonely, coming back to needy children and a partnerless home every night. Bu... Read More

Decorating a Rental Aug. 31, 2024

The Art of Design

Many times I am asked if you can decorate a rented home or apartment. The answer is yes. Most renter... Read More

Simply Scalamandre Aug. 24, 2024

The Art of Design

The name alone exudes an air of elegance and exoticism. Scalamandre, a luxury textile house, has bee... Read More

Decorating Don'ts Aug. 17, 2024

The Art of Design

The best part of decorating is experimenting with different colors, furniture styles and accessories... Read More

Will the Chevron Decision Fix Big Government? Aug. 07, 2024

Star Parker

The Supreme Court recently ruled to overturn the Chevron doctrine precedent that has stood since 198... Read More

Family Rooms Need Love, Too Aug. 03, 2024

The Art of Design

The family room is the most overlooked room in the house. The decor of many family rooms is unimagin... Read More

Antiques: Your Family's Future Heirlooms Jul. 27, 2024

The Art of Design

Most projects require at least a few pieces of significant furniture. In traditional interiors, this... Read More

Let's Hang With Art Jul. 20, 2024

The Art of Design

Art is the "jewelry" of interior design, and nothing says it better than working with groupings of a... Read More

Stuck on the Sidelines Jul. 18, 2024

Dear Annie®

Dear Annie: I've been dating this woman on and off for the past six years. In all this time, she has... Read More

Eclectic Styling Jul. 13, 2024

The Art of Design

Eclectic style is often the most difficult design look to achieve because it takes a great deal of t... Read More

Creating a Focal Point Jul. 06, 2024

The Art of Design

Do you feel your room is missing something? Ever enter a room and feel a bit disoriented? A quick gl... Read More

Ceilings High as the Sky Jun. 29, 2024

The Art of Design

The most common ceiling height in condominiums and houses throughout the world is 8 feet. While some... Read More

Masterful Tablescapes Jun. 22, 2024

The Art of Design

When decorating, homeowners, whether they know it or not, partake of centuries of tradition in creat... Read More

Windows on the World Jun. 15, 2024

The Art of Design

Windows are often described as the eyes of a home. They let light into the home and allow us to see ... Read More

Let Her Go Jun. 10, 2024

Dear Annie®

Dear Annie: I am a man in my late 50s. Until recently, I was in a long-distance relationship with a ... Read More