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Blue boxes

Rollin’ on the rivah

A whimsical and romantic inn located in a former schoolhouse serves as the perfect home base for exploring Virginia’s Northern Neck.

By Laura Wexler

The show goes on

A Signature Store

Even though it operated in the shadow of the city’s other grande dame stores, Stewart’s was ‘the aristocrat of Baltimore department stores.’

By Mary K. Zajac

Quiet spaces, green oases

All over Baltimore, small pockets of green offer unexpected and healing encounters with nature.

By Kathy Hudson Photographed by Kirsten Beckerman

All grown up

The Back Page

An American Tradition

By Christopher Corbett

Core values

These four recipes elevate the humble apple to gourmet fare.

By Andrew Evans
Photographed by Scott Suchman

American grill

Mary Pat Seurkamp

63, President, College of Notre Dame of Maryland

As told to Laura Wexler

Floral fanfare

Kennedy Krieger Institute holds its annual Spring Reception in a Baltimore County rose garden.

By Elaine Wood

Life at the top

One of Baltimore’s deans of design creates a penthouse worthy of its magical city view.

By Laura Wexler Photographed by Erik Kvalsvik

A grand ‘Old Hall’

Before Calvert Hall College moved to the suburbs, its home was a five-story Victorian in downtown Baltimore.

By Mary K. Zajac

So simple

Change of color

Style takes you to four off-the-beaten-path points on the compass for this autumn’s leaf-peeping season.

Edited by Sarah Gilbert Fox

In the bag

Handbag designer Danielle DiFerdinando went from Baltimore beginnings to big city success.

By Alexis Blair

Attention, shoppers

Industrial chic

The Short List, September/October 2010

The dessert next door

By Mary K. Zajac

An old friend...

Bloomin’ genius

Print it!

Meditation creation

When a tree came down in an English-style garden, a labyrinth took its place.

By Kathy Hudson
Photographed by Kirsten Beckerman

The Back Page

When cats could talk

By Christopher Corbett

Bring the Fur

Traveling this summer? There’s no reason to leave Fido or Fluffy back home. Book a room at one of these pet-friendly East Coast hotels.

Mas Small Plates

It's Personal

Off the beaten path

Most people know Bath County, Va., as the home of the renowned resort, The Homestead. But if you’re in search of a true country getaway, there are other wonderful— and less-traveled— places to explore.

By Laura Wexler

Village pies

Good Dog!

Dog trainer Mark Katz has been working with dogs and their owners for more than 40 years. He contends the No.1 reason that well meaning, loving and caring, but frustrated, owners give up their dogs to animal shelters is because of behavior problems. In his books “Housebreaking, Pure and Simple” and “Prevent Dog Problems, Pure and Simple,” the Parkton resident discusses ways to ensure a pet dog remains its owner’s best friend.

Interview by Carrie McFadden

Arty party

The Contemporary Museum hosts a progressive dinner party amongst modern artworks in three area homes.

By Mary K. Zajac

Beachy Keen

Our annual roundup of new stores and restaurants at the shore.

By Joe Sugarman

Seafood Wine Pairings

You scream, I scream.

By Mary K. Zajac

A kitten's tale

So Sweet

Perfect Pool Houses

These pool houses aren't just for changing out of soggy swim gear.

Photography by Alain Jaramillo and Kirsten Beckerman.

The Vendors of Camden Yards

Former Orioles broadcaster Chuck Thompson’s signature catch phrase still rings true at Camden Yards, thanks to a team of colorful vendors who serve up food and drink with a touch of hometown shtick.

By Charlie Vascellaro
Photographs by Kirsten Beckerman

Gals’ Best Friend

These seven women have a special relationship with their four-legged (or two-winged) friends.

The last picture show

The Edmondson Drive-In and Westview Cinemas featured some of the most memorable movie screens in the city.

By Mary K. Zajac

That’s cheesy...

Southern Comfort

haute dogs

Building a name for himself

Architect Brian Swanson’s journey has taken him from apartheid-torn South Africa to New York, Baltimore and Las Vegas.

By Greg Howard

a new approach

high steaks

food meets fashion

home sweet home

Green Vineyards

Saving grace

A man with a famous name and ‘an irrational love of Baltimore’ cultivates passion for the city’s history, neighborhoods and landmarks.

By Kathy Hudson

The Short List, May/June 2010

the real thing

Take Five: Deborah Rudacille

Five questions for the author of ‘Roots of Steel: Boom and Bust in an American Mill Town.’

Interview by Laura Wexler

what a frill

design for living

Decoration day

By Christopher Corbett

stil life

In the English manner

Baltimore Style hunts down a Gertrude Jekyll-style English garden and finds Cunningham Manor

By Kathy Hudson
Photographed by Erik Kvalsvik

The Great Outdoors

Intimate getaways

Idyllic gardens, scrumptious meals, fun wine tastings and comfy indulgence make these off-the-beaten-path, intimate inns the perfect destination to visit with your significant other.

Edited by Sarah Gilbert Fox

Good Tastes

If you’re crazy for asparagus, you’ll love these four fresh recipes.

By Andrew Evans
Photographs by Scott Suchman

Couture class

Baltimore Style introduces Ella Pritsker's Maryland Academy of Couture Arts -- for those who want to learn how to sew and design like Chanel.

By Jessica Krznaric

Green Gables

A 1920s Charles Village rowhouse is transformed into an elegant and energy-efficient home for a retired couple seeking an active lifestyle in the heart of the city.

By Laura Wexler
Photographed by Patrick Ross

Isn’t it romantic?

Love is in the air... and everywhere around a charming inn owned by romance queen Nora Roberts.

By Mary Ann Treger

Days at the Races

The Old Clubhouse at Pimlico was a hub of Baltimore socializing and dining, before succumbing to a blaze in 1966.

By Mary K. Zajac

Coffee Talk

By Mary K. Zajac

A True Island Getaway

Perched at the confluence of the Cape Fear River and the Atlantic Ocean, Bald Head Island offers stunning natural beauty and all the upscale comforts you could want just a ferry ride— and a world— away from the mainland.

By Virginia Holman

man about town

Around The World in (almost) 80 Days

For 20 years, Sparks resident and ‘green’ builder Polly Bart dreamed of seeing faraway places, pursuing her passion for spirituality, women’s issues and sustainable living, and having a grand adventure. After turning 65 last year, she made her dream come true.

By Polly Bart

field goal

Sarasota, FL - Sarasota sampler

The Orioles’ new spring training roost boasts an A-plus art museum, an excellent aquarium, crabs and oysters— even pink flamingos. O’s fans will feel right at home.

By Joe Sugarman

Peace and Hominy

By Mary K. Zajac

southern accent

Stephen Fisher— A personal passion

Stephen Fisher began collecting Japanese cloisonné in 1970 when he bought a toothpick holder at a yard sale. Now his 130-piece collection is considered one of the finest in the world.

By Kathy Hudson

Trendy In Bordeaux

classic pieces

Enchanted evening— A Guildford cocktail party

Lee and Claire Miller host an evening of music for friends and family in their Guilford home.

By Brian Michael Lawrence

On Not Going Postal

By Christopher Corbett

replay

desert bloom

The Greening of Ladew

The Monkton topiary garden is implementing eco-friendly techniques without sacrificing any of its renowned beauty.

By Kathy Hudson
Photographed by Celia Pearson

‘Where the common folk shopped’

Hochschild, Kohn & Co. was Baltimore’s first local downtown department store, majestically presiding over the storied corner of Howard and Lexington streets for some 80 years.

By Mary K. Zajac

shiny and new

all in a row

Waltzing Across the Atlantic

Retiree Phil Cooper survives a stint aboard a luxury cruise liner as a ‘gentleman host.’

By Phil Cooper

The Short List, March/April 2010

The Little Big Cottage in Homeland

Designer Dan Proctor takes on an important home renovation project: his own.

By Sarah Gilbert Fox
Photographed By Ken Wyner

I’ll take Manhattan... again

Senior editor Sarah Gilbert Fox visits a pair of classic Big Apple hotels— one old, one new.

By Sarah Gilbert Fox

Fun House

An Ednor Gardens rowhouse may be quiet on the outside, but inside it’s a riot of color, art and constant change.

By Christianna Mccausland
Photographed By Kirsten Beckerman

An Affair to Remember

A chance meeting leads to a joyous union.

By Nayana Davis

Pazo Anniversary Party

Style covers the 5th anniversary party held at Pazo in Baltimore

By Brian Michael Lawrence

Perfect Pair

An intimate ceremony followed by a big party offers the best of both worlds.

By Jennifer Hale

Wild things

By Christopher Corbett

A Wine-Related Bridal Shower

Style shows how to throw a bridal shower featuring vintage wines