Stories

Severn River Majesty

Severn River Majesty By Kymberly Taylor Exterior Photography by Jennifer Hughes Interior Photography by Tim Lee     Like butterflies drawn to flowers, we are programmed to seek out and drink in the view of every waterfront home we visit.

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A-List Interior Designers | 2026

A-List Interior Designers         MELISSA McLAY INTERIORS For this waterfront family room, the client envisioned a colorful coastal retreat with a relaxed, sophisticated vibe. We layered vibrant textiles, natural textures, and custom furnishings to enhance the stunning

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My Favorite Room | 2025

My Favorite Room   Each room is a distinct space with its own design requirements and character. That’s why we ask architects and designers to share a a room they’ve recently designed that stands out as a favorite. Given that

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The High-Heeled Gardener | Gentle Giants

Gentle Giants By Kymberly Taylor     Flowers have the power to affect us on many levels. Certain peonies summon the memory of a love we left behind. The bearded iris encourages serenity. An extra special flower, Allium orientale, awakens

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In the Studio with Nancy Hammond

In the Studio with Nancy Hammond By Christine Fillat Photography courtesy of Nancy Hammond Editions   Herons in Linear Leaves ©Nancy Hammond Editions   In the painting Herons in Linear Leaves, artist Nancy Hammond creates a balanced composition of four

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Travel | Spearfishing in Eleuthera

Spearfishing in Eleuthera By Kymberly Taylor     If you crave peace and a touch of the wild, the low-key isle of Eleuthera may be for you. We have visited this skinny, narrow archipelago in the Bahamas twice. It is

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Splendor on Spa Creek

Splendor on Spa Creek By Walinda P. West Photography by David Burroughs     For Trish and Leo Dunn, their move to Annapolis started in a small yellow cottage with peeling paint, weathered shingles, and a breathtaking water view hidden

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Tidewater Ramble on the Miles River

Tidewater Ramble on the Miles River By Dylan Roche Photography by Anice Hoachlander     The best laid plans often backfire. We have all been there. However, for Robert and Janice Vitale, disappointment led to a fresh opportunity. The couple

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10 Locals Share Their Joy

  Eastern Shore locals share 10 favorite spots tucked into the quaint towns and coastal countryside of this diverse peninsula.   Eastern Neck National Wildlife Refuge Referred by Abigail Robson  |  Cakes by Abby     When was the last

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“The Heart of Our Community”

“The Heart of Our Community” St. Michaels Community Center By Dylan Roche Photography by Julia Heine     Blind Optimism. That’s a phrase architect Mark McInturff of McInturff Architects uses to describe the process of a big project like the

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