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New Store: Maison Luxe
It’s been almost four years since Kelie Grosso decamped her interiors store, Maison Luxe, from its First Avenue digs to an appointment-only spot on an upper floor of a historic Pioneer Square office space. But as of April, Maison Luxe is back in the retail business, having taken over the airy Madison Valley storefront recently…
All the Details on the Forthcoming Willows Inn Cookbook
!–paging_filter–pWhen Joe Ray called, saying he felt like spilling some beans, I had an inkling that it might something big. a href=”http://joe-ray.com/” target=”_blank”Ray’s/a writing and photographs have been featured in The Boston Globe, the New York Times and dozens of other publications. He wrote a story on Riley Starks’a href=”http://\/\/seattlemag.com/article/tackling-chicken-butchering-workshop” target=”_blank” chicken butchery workshop for…
Understanding the Affordable Care Act
The Affordable Care Act likely affects you and just about everyone you know
Kathryn is in her early 50s and lives on the shore of Lake Washington with her husband, Bill, in an elegant contemporary home filled with sunlight and exquisite art. Bill, a successful entrepreneur, retired in his mid-50s. Bill and Kathryn* are too young for Medicare, but felt well protected since they had purchased one of…
Autism
Charles A. Cowan*, M.D., Seattle Children’s, Developmental Pediatrics, 4800 Sand Point Way NE, Seattle, 206.987.2204; Seattle Children’s Hospital; Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, 1968; autism, Asperger’s syndrome Bryan H. King, M.D., Seattle Children’s, Autism Center, 4909 25th Ave. NE, Seattle, 206.987.8080; Seattle Children’s Hospital, University of Washington Medical Center; Medical College of Wisconsin,…
The Coolest Couches for Your Home
Couches for every space and taste
GET A LEG UPThis fall, West Elm (South Lake Union, 2201 Westlake; 206.467.5798; westelm.com), always a reliable source for stylish, affordable design, brings us the James Harrison collection from the award-winning U.K.-based designer known for producing high-end, design-forward furniture and interior pieces. The simply tailored settee ($1,099), part of a three-piece collection that includes a…
Road Trip to Elbe, Washington
WHERE: Elbe, Washington, 15 miles west of the Paradise entrance to Mount Rainier National Park. WHY: To take a ride on the historic Mount Rainier Scenic Railroad ($24–$29; 54124 Mountain Hwy. E; 888.783.2611; mrsr.com), the longest continuously operating steam train railroad in the Pacific Northwest. WHAT: Riders travel in open-air, enclosed cars (pulled by a…
Exploring Orcas Island
From farm to feast, getting away to Orcas Island
Life on the island is all about cross-pollination. On Orcas Island in the San Juans, especially, farmers and chefs, ranchers and brewers are friends, partners and cohorts in the category of “living the dream.” More and more a foodie destination, Orcas Island is doing a few things very well. There’s not a lot of cultural…
Northwest Home magazine: Home-Grown Furniture Pops Up in Belltown
We couldn’t resist sharing this bit of news from our sister publication, Northwest Home. NW Home editor Shannon O’Leary has the scoop: Pop-up storefront The Design Lab (Belltown, 1919 Third Ave.; ) is hosting its grand-opening reception today (Thursday, 6/27) from 5:30 to 8 p.m. You can hobnob with some talented types and see the handiwork (bird feeders…
Interior Designer Carrie Hayden’s Custom Window Dressing Creations
The Great Jones Home owner shares how she created this custom window statement
What’s the story behind this recent Capitol Hill projectThe client wanted us to put together a living room plan, as well as to finish off her dining room…[for which] she needed some window treatments. She wanted to bring out the beautiful value of the Gracie hand-painted wallpaper graciestudio.com that she had on one wall…something that…
Updated! Epic Summer Meals Worth Traveling For
!–paging_filter–pSummer’s a time for soaking it all in, eating every single thing at its absolute peak freshness, staying out late to watch the sun set after nine, the air still warm, cold drink in hand. To help you max out your summer supper plans, I’ve rounded up four special dinners that caught my eye. They’re…
A Modern Abode in Madison Park
Architect Eric Cobb brings a signature modern dwelling to Madison Park
Fences might make good neighbors, but neighborhoods definitely benefit from good architects. Luckily for one quiet section of Madison Park, and for the young couple who hired him, it got Eric Cobb. The architect not only raised a dwelling that appealed to his clients’ sense and sensibility (a distinctive modern home suited to two tall…
Happy Chic, Indeed! Jonathan Adler Opens in University Village
Jonathan Adler brings his popular modernism to University Village.
!–paging_filter–pFinally! One of our favorite trendsetters, strongJonathan Adler/strong, has just opened up a shop in our ’hood./ppHis U Village locale em(University Village, 2650 NE Village Lane;nbsp;em206.525.0930;nbsp;/ema href=”http://jonathanadler.com/“jonathanadler.com/a)/emnbsp;is his 25th outpost in the country. “I hope Seattleites like me as much as I like them,” Adler says. “I am obsessed with Pacific Northwest Modernism. Seattle has…
Road Tripping to Stevenson, Washington
Head to the banks of the Colubmia River for the annual Columbia Gorge Bluegrass Festival
WHERE: Stevenson, Washington, on the banks of the Columbia River WHY: For the annual Columbia Gorge Bluegrass Festival (7/25–7/28. $55–$150 weekend pass. 710 Rock Creek Drive; 509.427.3980; columbiagorgebluegrass.net), showcasing the best in bluegrass, including beloved bands The SteelDrivers (from Nashville) and Town Mountain (from Asheville, NC), plus workshops, family-friendly jams, and craft and food vendors….
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