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Environmental Art
Spring is a season of growth, making it the perfect time to try a new hobby. Taking up an art practice is a great way to disconnect from the stress of daily life, as well as become more in tune with your surroundings. Numerous studies have show...
Alpine Adventure
As far as storybook winter destinations go, Lake Louise—tucked into Banff National Park in Alberta, Canada—is about as enchanting as they come. “Winter is a magical time to visit Banff and Lake Louise,” says Kim Logan, media and communi...
Picnic Perfect
When the crisp winter air transitions to the sweet spring breezes, I find myself yearning to be outdoors. I dream of picnics filled with fresh and exciting portable dishes that celebrate the seasonal changes. I love to imagine spreading a cozy ...
Punk Rock Refined
TURNING UP THE VOLUME IN A CALIFORNIA KITCHEN When interior designer Annie Fair, owner and principal of Annie Fair Design, was hired to help with a Southern California home and kitchen redesign, she knew from the first meeting that her clients...
Open Seating
A REMODEL BRINGS FUNCTIONALITY TO THE TABLE Nestled in Newport Beach, California, the Port Streets community is a cozy haven for family living. Built in the 1960s and ’70s, the neighborhood boasts multiple parks, pools, and a highly regarded...
Birds & Bees
It is a truth universally acknowledged that pollinators—including birds, bees, butterflies, and a host of lesser-known creatures—are essential to the health of gardens, and indeed the natural world. With pollinators, your gardens will flowe...
Farm Fresh (Part 3)
Mixed Greens with Roasted Winter Squash Serves 4 to 6 2 cups winter squash, cut into 1-inch cubes (delicata or butternut work best) 2 tablespoons plus ¾ cup extra-virgin olive oil, divided ½ teaspoon salt ¼ cup apple cider vinegar 2 to...
Farm Fresh (Part 2)
Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Parmesan Cheese Serves 6 1 pound brussels sprouts, rinsed, ends trimmed and halved 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil ½ teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon black pepper ½ teaspoon garlic powder 1 tablespoon maple s...