Maria Patterson

Homeowners and buyers alike are increasingly embracing the natural beauty of hardwood floors. Unfortunately, even with proper upkeep, wood floors...

There’s a lot to be said for tradition, and long summers on the Cape or on Baja beaches may be...

During grilling season, your elegant outdoor space is often filled with good friends, good food, and the ultimate in barbecue...

Indoor gym, hair salon, movie theater, champagne vault–these are just a few of the everyday amenities in the upscale estates...

It seems that luxury cruising isn’t just for boomers anymore. Millennials and Generation Xers are discovering the value, the ability...

Want to master scallopine? Write a best-seller? Play the violin like a virtuoso? You can learn the basics from world-class...

If you’re longing for the ultimate risotto, and London is in your travel plans, British food critic Andy Hayler has...

Home theaters are becoming more commonplace as homeowners look to create convenient, comfortable and fun spaces where their families and...

Is the daily grind, well, grinding you down? It may be time to take a vacation! However, planning, packing and...

Historic homes that are decades or even over a century old can be magnificent structures, and there are many reasons...