Beauty

THE GUIDE TO: GLAMEDICINE™

A Word You Won't Hear, A Result You Won’t Find Anywhere ElseGLAMEDICINE.You won't find it at your neighborhood medspa. You won't see it on a competitor's menu. You won't hear it from any other provider in the DMV, the USA — or anywhere else, for that matter. Because GLAMEDICINE is mine. It's a trademarked philosophy, a treatment methodology, and a standard of care that I developed over nearly 25 years of practicing medical aesthetics at the highest level.But what does it actually mean?It means...

Local Services

Building More Than Homes

For more than four decades, Habitat for Humanity Metro Maryland has worked from a simple but transformative belief: a safe, affordable home creates the foundation for families to thrive.Founded in 1982, the organization has become a driving force in expanding access to affordable housing across the region—helping local families build financial stability, pursue educational and professional opportunities, and create lasting generational wealth. What began as a grassroots effort has grown into a...

Real Estate

How Much Does a Luxury Home Renovation Cost in Washington DC, Maryland & Northern Virginia? (2026 Complete Guide)

“How much does a luxury home renovation cost?”The honest answer is: it depends on your vision, your home’s existing conditions, and the quality of materials and craftsmanship you choose.At Signature Spaces DC, we believe homeowners deserve transparent information before beginning one of the most important investments they’ll ever make, where your money goes, and how thoughtful planning protects your investment.Why Luxury Renovations Cost More—And Why They’re Worth ItLuxury remodeling isn’t...

Fitness

Last Longer, Lift Stronger: Training the Deep Core and The Pelvic Floor

Last Longer, Lift Stronger: Training the Deep Core and The Pelvic FloorWhen most people hear "pelvic floor," they usually think of women's health, pregnancy, childbirth, or postpartum recovery.That connection makes sense. The pelvic floor conversation has been heavily centered around women needing strength and control before and after giving birth.But men have pelvic floors too.And for men, this is not some side conversation. It connects to sexual wellness, urinary confidence, breathing...

Home Services

Builder Incentives in New Construction

Builder incentives can be one of the most appealing parts of buying a new construction home. Buyers may see offers tied to closing costs, interest rate options, design upgrades, or special pricing on certain homes. On the surface, these incentives can feel like a clear win.But when it comes to new construction builder incentives, buyers need to understand what the offer actually includes, why it is being offered, and how it fits into the bigger picture of the purchase.Across the Kansas City...

Professional Services

Chinyere Hubbard:

At the Helm of the DC Chamber of Commerce Article by Yvonne Siu Turner | Photography by Provided A Leader in the Making From her earliest years, Chinyere Hubbard was a leader and a community-builder. Growing up in Northwest DC, she would often organize block parties, produce homemade videos, and write plays for other kids in her neighborhood. At her core, she loved storytelling and connecting people. “That was something that was always in my DNA,” said Hubbard. As a teenager, she remembers...

Health + Wellness

Nourishing the Earth and Soul

Spiritual Food’s Mission to Heal the Planet Through Biodynamic, Regenerative Organic Agriculture and Community. Article by Vivian Mammen The Architecture of a New Food System In an era of industrial agriculture and disconnected supply chains, Spiritual Food CSA stands as a beacon of ecological and spiritual restoration. Founded on the principle that soil is the life-giving skin of our planet, the organization serves as a vital intermediary between conscientious consumers and the dedicated...

Travel

Where to Escape the Crowds

and Beat the Heat this summer in Europe  Article and Photography by Heather Lane Chauny I recently returned from a trip to Europe this spring, and the crowds were already overwhelming due to overtourism. This summer, as high-season travel rolls around, I am advising my clients to bypass the crowds and enjoy European charm the way it should be enjoyed. Here are some of my top picks:  Slovenia: Beaches, Mountains & Vineyards Slovenia quietly delivers everything travelers crave: Adriatic...

Arts + Culture

See The World Through Her Lens

Cover Artist Jessica Wallach explores how we move through the world - inside and out. Article by Vivian Mammen | Photography by Jessica Wallach For Jessica Wallach, a photograph is never just an image. It is an invitation to slow down, look closer, and reconsider what the body knows. Wallach is a disabled artist with cerebral palsy, a photographer with more than twenty-five years of experience, and Content Manager and teaching artist with Story Tapestries. In schools, community spaces, and...

Arts + Culture

The Jeweler to the Juggernauts

Designing iconic symbols of American heritage for the world’s leaders. Article by Vivian Mammen | Photography by Ceylon Mitchell, M3 For over thirty-six years, Ann Hand has occupied a singular space in the American landscape, operating at the intersection of fine jewelry and political history. Known as the "Jeweler to the Washington Power Elite," her creations have graced the lapels of presidents, diplomats, and dignitaries, becoming a staple of the capital’s visual language. From her studio...