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CONTENTS

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+ FEATURES

DHM Exclusive Listings

DHM Real Estate Experts

Design Department

Janice Pouch

Marco Stilli. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Dedar. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-13

Compass. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Paul Sicari

5 Kitchen Design Trends for 2022. . . . . . . . . 16-17

John Mentis

Keller Williams Realty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Hommes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18-19

Long & Foster | Christie’s International. . . . . . . . 4-5

Trish Dunn

Boffi. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Trish Dunn Real Estate. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

The Elegant Simplicity of Sea Container Modernism. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22-23

Cover Highlight Leah Anderson Leah Anderson Group. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7

Cricket Bedford Thomas and Talbot Real Estate. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Mr. Waterfront Team

Modern Kitchen & Bath Upgrades . . . . . . . . 34-35 2022 Bathroom Technology Trends. . . . . . . . 40-41

Long & Foster | Christie’s International. . . . . . . . . 30

Features

Mary Ann McGowan

Local Link - National Air & Space Museum. . . . 10

Thomas and Talbot Real Estate. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Next Neighborhood - The Yards. . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Bryce Lingo & Shaun Tull. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Florida is Where the Sun Shines. . . . . . . . . . 32-33

The Debbie Reed Team. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Taylor Agostino Group. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38-39 Washington Fine Properties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

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THE

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FACE OF

REAL ESTATE

Q. Why did you decide to follow a career

in real estate?

A. Real Estate is my second career.

After an 11-year career in Finance, I wanted a career where I could interact intimately with different kinds of people at different stages of their lives and engage in my community. Real Estate checked all those boxes. On one hand, it can represent a major milestone in someone’s adult life. It can also mean the closing of one chapter to start a new one. It can be emotional and well as strictly business.

Real Estate also allowed me to add value in areas of real estate that are negatively impacting the rich culture and long-standing citizens of the District.

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Q. What are some of the challenges

you’ve faced in the industry? How did you overcome them?

A. The biggest challenge to this industry is developing yourself as not just a Realtor but a knowledgeable and resourceful Realtor. Being able to develop and become an expert in the field so that I am presenting the best analysis and best options for my client is of the utmost importance. As a Realtor, I never stop learning or exploring new opportunities or developments in real estate in which my clients can capitalize.

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to have free seminars on current home values to seniors and residents in neighborhoods that were experiencing “transitioning”. I also started a blog at that time that gave helpful insight into how development in certain neighborhoods was impacting the market value of its current homeowners as well as renters. I also participated in seminars aimed at educating lower-income buyers on the merits of homeownership and how to attain wealth through real estate.

Q. What does your experience in your previous career bring to your real estate business? How does that benefit clients?

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What is real estate other than one HUGE financial transaction? My finance career brings the ability to forecast and provide financial data and analysis to my clients. I am also able to be that conduit between the real estate market and my clients by helping them understand the market value of their asset or the market value of their buying power.

Q. What drew you to your current real

estate team? What were you looking for?

A. WWhile I am not a part of a team, Long & Foster gave me access to knowledgeable agents who were like-minded in the sense that they cared and worked for their community.

Q. How would you describe your business?

Are you focused on sellers or buyers? A specific niche?

their agent, they will know that they are contributing to a bigger picture of community building and growth.

Q. What do you enjoy most about your day-to-day job?

A.

I love getting to know my clients and how they choose to live.

I enjoy the mobility and moving throughout the city. The creativity in preparing a property to be presented for sale is the highlight of my job.

Q. Tell us about your first sale.

A. My very first sale/client was a Secret Service Officer who just moved from New Orleans with his wife. They were looking for a home to begin their family. I am beyond grateful to that couple because they entrusted me to guide them through the homebuying process. It was then that I truly understood, respected, and valued the enormity of trust that my clients give when you are working with them during one of the most important moments in their lives. They are the reason I have tried to continue to better myself as an agent and never stop learning better ways to serve my clients.

Q. What are some of your hobbies outside of the office?

A. Volunteering throughout the community for underserved communities as well as PAVE (Parents Amplified Voice for Education). Running. Soccer Mom Supreme.

A. My “niche” is presentation and expert advice on how best to showcase your property or how to best present the buyer as a highly competent competitive buyer. A buyer will want my listing because it looks fantastic, and they can envision themselves there. A seller will choose my buyer because they have been presented as a strong buyer who will deliver on a contract.

As a 5th Generation Washingtonian, I love the District. My business is not just about buying or selling a particular property but contributing to and sustaining a living community. When selling a home, I focus on creative marketing that highlights the best qualities of a home as well as the neighborhood that comes along with it.

Q. What career goals do you have for the

next 5 years? The next 10? Where do you see the peak of your career?

A.

For the next five years, I would like to develop into a business brand that is known for integrity and that contributes to the community as a whole. When a client chooses me as

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the Smithsonian’s

NATIONAL AIR AND SPACE MUSEUM The National Air and Space Museum is undergoing a monumental multi-year renovation, which began in 2018.

Transforming every visitor’s experience, the museum will use creative and dynamic techniques to engage visitors while they are at the museum and after they leave. All 23 exhibitions will be completely reimagined, with new presentation spaces and attractions.

The museum’s flagship building on the National Mall will temporarily close to the public March 28, 2022, until fall 2022 to complete work on the first new galleries in the west wing of the building.

This closure is needed to ensure the continued safety of visitors. To provide the best visitor experience, the museum’s west-end galleries will open all at one time; their opening date will be announced next year. The Steven F. UdvarHazy Center, the museum’s companion facility in Chantilly, Virginia, will operate as usual with regular visiting hours and events. The museum will also continue doing virtual events and has robust online materials about the collection.

The west-end exhibitions opening in fall 2022 will include “America by Air,” “The Wright Brothers & the Invention of the Aerial Age,” “Nation of Speed,” “Thomas W. Haas We All Fly,” “One World Connected,” “Kenneth C. Griffin Exploring the Planets Gallery,” “Destination Moon” and “Early Flight.” The museum store and Albert Einstein Planetarium will also open in the fall.

Natural History, the Tomahawk cruise missile at the National Museum of the American Indian, the PT-13D Stearman Kaydet aircraft at the National Museum of African American History and Culture, the Huey helicopter at the National Museum of American History and the Goddard 1935 Series-A Rocket in the new “FUTURES” exhibition at the Arts and Industries Building. The museum is also working on additional ways to share its content at other Smithsonian locations on the National Mall during the closure.

The museum has also greatly expanded its digital offerings in recent years, including online programs and activities, greater access to its collections and stories of aviation and space pioneers. These include: • Regular online live chats with museum experts and guests such as astronauts • Online storytime • Virtual scavenger hunts • And marquee lectures from leaders in aviation and space exploration

The second half of the project will begin at the end of March 2022 with the deinstallation of the east wing of the building.

The completion of that wing, the culmination of the project and the opening of the remaining exhibitions are currently scheduled for 2025.

Online content is available at airandspace.si.edu.

While the museum on the National Mall is closed, some of its world-class collection and items related to air and space content can be found in other Smithsonian museums, including several meteorites at the National Museum of

The National Air and Space Museum in Washington, D.C., is located at Sixth Street and Independence Avenue S.W. The Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center is located in Chantilly, Virginia, near Washington Dulles International Airport.

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1. TEXTURED SPLASHBACKS Is there anything more interesting in a kitchen than a textured splashback?

In addition to worktops, splashbacks are quite often the first element that’s noticed when walking into a kitchen.

Elevated from a purely practical role, like cabinetry, the once humble kitchen backsplash has taken on more of an architectural feel, with luxe materials and a new industrial aesthetic becoming the norm rather than the exception.

2022

If you want to incorporate not one, but two hot trends for 2022, then give the standard subway tile a luxury touch with marble. While the classic glazed subway tile is still a stylish option, opting for either a marble-effect finish or rectangular tiles made of the natural stone itself is a great way to elevate an otherwise simple scheme.

It’s also a pocket-friendly option – smaller marble tiles are often much more affordable than trying to cover the same area with one slab or large panels.

2. ADD A POP OF COLOR Throw out the rules in favor of unexpected paint colors! Kitchens are rife with color opportunities, from appliances and flooring, to window treatments, kitchen tile ideas and cabinets.

Because wood can come in more than just various shades of brown. You can get all those lovely natural textures that come from raw wooden kitchen cabinets but opt for a colored stain for a bolder look. You really can have any color you want, creating something unique to the individual. Color and texture? That covers two of the biggest kitchen trends for 2022 at the same time.

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Another outlet to display color is to change your kitchen styling or paint a wall. It is also the easiest and least expensive option because either can be easily updated should you tire of it.

The color in a kitchen – be it on walls or fittings – should last for at least five years, minimum, so try to look beyond immediate trends and choose a kitchen color scheme that will keep you feeling good long term. Choosing color is a personal experience.

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3. PANTRIES, PANTRIES, PANTRIES Pantry cupboards have been staples in traditional kitchens for centuries. In the last few years, pantry ideas have established themselves as one of the must-have items in modern homes. It’s about organization and making the most of the space you have. Having a pantry frees up entire walls to be left free, have a beautiful piece of artwork, or display accent pieces.

Pantries have become more popular than ever recently, as we embrace more ecofriendly lifestyles. Bulk buying, hoarding your jars of preserves, fermented foods and bottled vegetables from the summer garden are all things that become much more achievable with a pantry.

The pantry space will continue to be an important part of any kitchen for food storage and preservation and people will grow their own fruit and vegetables in the desire for self-sufficient living.

It’s only natural to be concerned that a walk-in pantry might be a waste of space.

Pantries don’t by any means need to be large – for example, a narrow box room with no natural light can be transformed into an ideal place to store food. Take

note of how much space is needed for your walk-in pantry. If you’re building or redoing a kitchen and wish to include one, make sure you have enough room.

4. SUSTAINABLE DESIGN CHOICES Speaking of living more eco-friendly lives, this is also having an impact on the materials we are now choosing to build our kitchens from. The demand for ecological natural materials is still high. A beautiful and unique texture can radically transform the look of the entire kitchen. Therefore, the most striking representatives of nature are wood and marble, rather than too polished or plastic. The concept of mixing materials will continue and we will see the trend for upcycling, reuse and hand-crafted pieces develop.

can be explained by many factors: convenient operation, the ability to place cabinets outside the box, freely combine facade and finishing materials.

In addition, the fronts without handles accentuate much less attention, without overloading the look of the kitchen set. They offer a more pared-back, streamlined look. It’s all about simplicity and a focus on cabinetry details.

If you prefer not to have push-open cupboards, then recessed handles provide the same sleek look and can be lined with contrasting colors and materials to add interest.

5. HANDLELESS CABINETS The latest modern kitchen ideas are all about multi-tasking, free-flowing designs with a paired-back look.

Technological advances in push-open and close doors means that it has become possible to dispense with handles in both wall and base cabinets.

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small kitchen with clean lines and textured surfaces. A wave of rusty hues and autumn accents spices up the cooking space. We picture it on a contemporary interior design project, perhaps a loft in an industrial site in London or a small apartment in Soho, New York City.

Jucca Dining Chair

The white marble countertop has the ideal room for 5-minutes meal preparations, including scrambled eggs in the morning.

A couple of modern bar stools are essential in a small and functional kitchen.

You can enjoy your meal comfortably and wash the dishes right away before departing for work.

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NKFLAME I TC H E N Leafus Suspension Lamp

Cluedo Bar Chair

Joanne Bar Chair

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MARCO STILLI, REALTOR® VICE PRESIDENT

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ELEGANT SIMPLICITY OF SEA CONTAINER MODERNISM

PROJECT SEA CONTAINER RESIDENCE Silver Spring, MD Details: 3500 SF, Kitchen, Dining, Living,

1 Master Suite/Bath, 3 Bdrm, 3 Bathrooms, Office, Basement, Mongo Garage/Workshop Exterior: Sea Containers with Black Stained

Cedar Interiors: Sea Container corrugated steel

walls and marine grade flooring, sheetrock

The site was a rare find inside the beltway along the flowing Sligo Creek on a high cliff. The clients were in love with Sea Container modernism. Indeed airplanes, cars and more were a big part of Arun’s life and passion. The elegant simplicity was a keen element for both Arun and Archana.

Looking over the creek in a well-wooded neighborhood was a magnificent plus.

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The design construction is a simple 4-sea container-hybrid. The home is constructed with 4 - 8’x40’x 9’6” tall sea containers split apart. A two-story living room 20 ft wide is a simple TJI span. The entire home sits on a concrete basement/foundation with an attached workshop/garage. The second floor has access to a green roof food garden well away from the never-ending deer/rabbit invaders. The use of extended steel/glass “bump-outs” added the key ingredients to widen the container rooms with views left, right, and skyward.

ARCHITECTURE FIRM:

Travis Price Architects, Travis Price FAIA Kelly Davies Grace, AIA ENGINEERING FIRMS:

Silman - Structural Engineering, Civil – Snyder and Assoc. Surveyors Energy Modeling - PEG, LLC INTERIOR DESIGN FIRM:

Travis Price Architects GENERAL CONTRACTOR:

Most of the landscape was fully preserved as well as existing highly regulated eco stormwater management hardscapes.

KGP Build, LLC

The design lyric was the elegant simplicity of modern repurposed metals that celebrated the flight of a pilot and the serenity of a healer. In concert, create unexpected

Dan Westergren

PHOTOGRAPHER:

Sky views floating over the soft treetops and the cascading stream.

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The Next Neighborhood

Welcome to the Yards

Conveniently located on the Anacostia River, between Nationals Park and the Washington Navy Yard, The Yards offers award-winning restaurants, craft breweries and signature shops with riverfront views. Relax dockside at Yards Marina and attend signature family events and festivals at the Yards Park all year long.

EXPERIENCE THE BEST OF DC Offering an eclectic mix of DC’s finest restaurants, breweries, wine bars and specialty retailers, The Yards is home to DC’s most anticipated culinary experiences. Shop and dine along the riverfront and explore the best Washington DC has to offer. Whatever you’re craving, you’ll find it at The Yards.

LIVE IN STYLE AT THE YARDS Unlike other DC neighborhoods, The Yards isn’t simply about living in a single building – it’s about a complete way of life. Our riverfront vistas, signature restaurants and specialty retailers are always right outside your door! Set in the heart of The Yards DC, Estate offers premier luxury apartments with striking views, elegant Parisian-style accents and a carefree spirit that’s inspired by the French joie de vivre. This highly coveted location is just steps from the Metro and the downtown area, with an unexpected adventure always around the corner.

WORK BY THE WATERFRONT The Yards extends its exceptional riverfront experience to the workplace, with premier office space. Located just steps from the Metro, The Yards is minutes from Downtown DC and Capitol Hill.

Thompson Hotels will soon be opening their first full-service luxury hotel in Washington at The Yards DC. Phase 2 of The Yards development will deliver 3.4 million SF of new development across 10 buildings that will provide office, mixedincome residential offerings, restaurants, retail, and public amenities.

This includes Yards Place, a main street that runs from the Navy Yard Metro to the new Diamond Teague park on the Anacostia riverfront.

New, public green spaces throughout the neighborhood and 43,000 square feet of new and reclaimed park space will be added to the waterfront. For more information visit: www.theyardsdc.com.

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Some of our 2021 Sales!

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MODERN KITCHEN & BATH UPGRADES

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pgrades happen for all kinds of reasons, but one of the most common purposes of a home renovation is to make essential spaces like kitchens and bathrooms more modern.

window treatments. For example, touch-to-open and push-toopen doors and drawers create a sleek, modern design while opening and closing with either a push or touch of a button for convenience.

Modernizing your spaces isn’t just about the aesthetic, although that is a major advantage, especially when it comes to resale value. Updating your kitchen and bath is also an opportunity to introduce new technology and enhancements that improve the function of these high-traffic rooms.

Similar diversity is available in the bathroom, where you can incorporate connected health and fitness monitors, touchless toilets, mirrors that double as information centers, towel warmers and even showers that automatically adjust to your preferred temperature.

Modern styles simplify everyday living and can make contemporary entertaining more enjoyable. The sleek lines of modern design lend themselves to a clean look, which is supported by hidden features that make organization easier.

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Changing the colors in a space is one of the most effective ways to transform the decor, but the walls aren’t the only place where paint can make a big impact, especially in rooms like the kitchen or bathroom, where the cabinetry can make a bold statement.

Although the idea of a connected home isn’t new, technology is steadily improving. This means smart features are now often more affordable, easily integrated into the rest of your home and available to help manage a wider range of household items.

In the kitchen, you can add smart technology in numerous ways, from appliances and climate control to lighting and

Black is a hallmark of modern design and installing cabinetry with a black finish can instantly upgrade a room. To create visual interest, consider incorporating accent cabinets in a coordinating finish. For example, you could pair Wellborn Cabinet’s Midtown wall cabinets finished in Matte Ebony with upper center cabinets finished in Putty Oak. An island in Bel-Air

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can incorporate both dark and light tones for a cohesive look.

DECORATIVE RANGE HOODS An exposed range hood is a trendy look that can add sophistication to your kitchen. Treating this functional element as a statement piece gives you another place to showcase your style and create a sleek and modern look. If your hood is covered, consider making the cabinet door a focal point with a material such as back-painted glass.

MULTI-PURPOSE SINKS While your sink has some obvious functions, you can upgrade the space for even more practical use. Some of the latest sink design innovations include built-in features such as cutting boards, colanders, bowls, drying racks and compost areas. In addition, motion-activated wastebaskets with separate compost or recycling containers provide hands-free access to reduce unwanted messes.

TOUCHLESS FAUCETS

metal doors in Sand Gloss Glass marry heirloom quality and contemporary finishes for a beautiful and functional space.

FREE-STANDING TUBS A luxurious soaking tub is a top demand for many homeowners, and trends are moving toward free-standing options that create a focal point in an oasis-like bathroom. You may be envisioning an old-fashioned claw-foot style, but there are numerous modern takes on the traditional version that can fit seamlessly into your modern design scheme.

WOOD-LOOK FLOORING Natural wood floors were once the gold standard, but thanks to improvements in the quality and appearance of laminate and vinyl products, you can find alternative flooring in even high-end homes. Laminate and vinyl planks give the same look as wood (or stone, if you prefer) to complement a modern aesthetic, usually at a lower price point and with greater durability over time.

Find more ideas to modernize your living space at wellborn.com.

Public restrooms aren’t the only places you can benefit from a touchless faucet.

At home, the feature may come in handy when your hands are full or filthy. An automatic water flow is convenient and can help keep germs and grime under control. For the most on-trend, modern look, coordinate your faucets with other bathroom elements finished in gold hues, such as a laminate veneer vanity in a highgloss gold finish.

CABINETRY Collectively, cabinets are the biggest component of most kitchens. Since kitchens tend to be the hub of the home, it’s important to maintain a homey feel while adding the luxury of modern features. Using warm colors, gold-toned hardware and sleek door styles can deliver a glamorous yet welcoming design.

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Annapolis and the Eastern Shore Await!

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Discover your possibilites in Horse Country

White Oak Farm 93 acres

Old Iron Jockey $3,600,000

Middleburg – The house is discretely situated in the western corner of Loudoun County - between Middleburg and Upperville with 180-degree sweeping views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The 5,900 sq ft 5 BR / 5.5 BA main house includes a swimming pool with pool house, a 2 BR / 1 BA stone tenant house and a 6-stall stable with tack room, feed room and wash stall.

The fields are fenced into large paddocks and there are 2 spring fed ponds.

4000+ sq ft

$1,390,000

Middleburg – Turn-key main street commercial building with ideal location on the corner of Washington and Liberty. Exposed interior log and stones walls, original hardwood floors and 5 fireplaces. Floor plan provides over 4,300 square feet of space, 2 separate front entrances and 2 entrances from the rear. Also includes 3 half-baths, 6 changing rooms, 2 offices in the back of the building and 2 upper-level storage rooms.

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Middleburg – Site your new home on this lovely rolling and open parcel located less than 3 miles East of the historic village of Middleburg. Situated just North of Rte. 50 in Loudoun County, this parcel offers close to 400 feet of road frontage. Land is currently planted in hay. Within a short drive to many local wineries and historic towns. Ideal commuter location with easy access to Dulles International Airport and downtown Washington DC.

Middleburg – Mixed use building in downtown historic Middleburg. This unique building anchors the corner of Madison and Federal Streets. Great investment that offers 2 commercial store fronts and 4 residential rental units. Comes with 3 private parking spaces. The building has loads of charm with a stone and stucco front, large picture windows, dormered upper windows and standing seam metal roof.

12+ acres

Offers subject to errors, omissions, change of price or withdrawal without notice. Information contained herein is deemed reliable, but is not so warranted nor is it otherwise guaranteed.

Cricket Bedford (540) 229–3201 Licensed in the Commonwealth of Virginia

THOMAS & TALBOT ESTATE PROPERTIES Opening The Door To Horse Country For Generations

2 South Madison Street | PO Box 500 | Middleburg, VA 20118 | Office: 540-687-6500 | Fax: 540-687-8899 | thomasandtalbot.com

#1 Waterfront Team Since 1994 $1+ BILLION in WATERFRONT SALES

Weems Creek Waterfront in Wardour SOLD for $5,300,000

Whitehall Creek Waterfront Estate SOLD for $5,275,000

South River Waterfront in South River Landing Under Contract: Offered at $3,750,000

Severn River Waterfront in Maynadier SOLD for $3,650,000

Chesapeake Bay Waterfront in Annapolis Roads SOLD for $2,950,000

Severn River Waterfront in Pendennis Mount Offered at $2,575,000

Magothy River Waterfront in Swan Cove SOLD for $2,200,000

Ridout Creek Waterfront in Amberley SOLD for $2,150,000

South River Waterfront in Hillsmere SOLD for $2,000,000

Meet with a Waterfront Specialist: 410-266-6880 WaterfrontHomes.org

Reid Buckley— Licensed Realtor, Charlie Buckley— Associate Broker Steven Arcé and Ashley Stanwick— Licensed Realtors

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320 Sixth Street, Annapolis MD 21403 BOM: 410.260.2800 |

It’s definitly time for a place in horse country

Middleburg Country Estate

30 acres | $5,900,000

Spectacular Country Estate encompasses 30 gorgeous acres of manicured lawns, lush woodlands and towering trees.

Superbly built in a classic Tuscan style architecture, it includes 5 bedrooms 8 1/2 baths, 8 fireplaces and wood, stone and marble floors. Offering 11,000 sq.ft. of spectacular living space on two levels with an additional, extraordinary, 5,000 sq.ft. of finished space on the walkout level. The property includes fabulous heated pool & Jacuzzi, a separate 2500 sq. ft. guest house (featuring 4 BR’s, modern kitchen, fireplace, HW floors) an adjacent 8 stall center aisle stable and run-in shed.

All in a beautiful setting with magnificent mountain views!

Chestnut Hill

37+ acres | $3,495,000

Ideally located just north of historic Middleburg, this stunning custom colonial presides over 37+ acres of brilliant gardens, lush pastures and majestic towering trees. This charming 12 room residence offers 6240 square feet of spectacular living space with 10 foot ceilings, four spacious bedrooms, four and ½ baths, wood burning fireplaces and gourmet country kitchen. A 6 stall stable and board fenced paddocks with Blue Ridge Mountain views complete this extraordinary country estate.

Offers subject to errors, omissions, change of price or withdrawal without notice. Information contained herein is deemed reliable, but is not so warranted nor is it otherwise guaranteed.

Jim McGowan 703-927-0233

Mary Ann McGowan 540-270-1124

Brian McGowan 703-927-4070

Licensed in the Commonwealth of Virginia

Licensed in the Commonwealth of Virginia

Licensed in the Commonwealth of Virginia

THOMAS & TALBOT ESTATE PROPERTIES Opening The Door To Horse Country For Generations

2 South Madison Street | PO Box 500 | Middleburg, VA 20118 | Office: 540-687-6500 | Fax: 540-687-8899 | thomasandtalbot.com

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lorida has seen steady growth since it attained statehood.

It became a haven not only for retirees but also for couples just starting their families. The main lures, many speculated, are fine weather and a slower pace of life. Tax rates were also known to be among the lowest of any state. Owning real estate in Florida has, therefore, been a common dream of people who dig ease and comfort either as an everyday routine or as they walk toward the twilight of their lives.

The state has great regions and your interest in real estate can be realized with much less hassle when you commission the right people to assist you in your quest for a spot in this vast haven.

One great opportunity you should not miss is the real estate show. Feast your eyes on the new communities waiting for you in Florida without having to set foot in the state. Organizers of these shows set up the ideal forum in many states where you can meet home builders, developers, and real estate agents all 32 | DISTRICTHOMEMAGAZINE.COM

eager to impress you about bringing you closer to a new Florida real estate, or perhaps a new home.

REPRESENTATION

Once you are sure that you want a home in Florida, you have to decide on what type of representation you prefer. If you do not have sufficient knowledge of the ins and outs of buying real estate, you need some form of representation. Here are some of the alternatives and the range of assistance you can expect, including how helpful they can be in your best interest: • SINGLE AGENT: Your relationship with a single agent under normal and ethical practice is to be entirely by your side. Their responsibilities include honest and fair dealing, confidentiality, full disclosure, loyalty, obedience, accounting of funds, presenting offers and counter-offers, FALL | WINTER 2021

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ES and disclosing all known information about the property that may affect future or present value among others.

• TRANSACTION BROKER: This person acts both as your agent and as a representative of the sellers. He is on neutral ground, so basically, confidentiality is limited.

• BUYER BROKERAGE: This kind of representation requires you to enter into a contract with the broker where they will be your agent for a specific amount of time. Be careful about signing the contract because the fine print may have tricky provisions like payment of brokerage fee to be shouldered solely by the buyer.

Other representation alternatives have special designations. Included in this group are agents classified based on their education and or experience:

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By Ronald Kochman • • • • • •

Accredited Buyer Representative Certified New Home Salesperson Council of Residential Specialists Graduate Realtor Institute Resort and Second Home Specialist Epro (online).

Lawyers are, however, the best representation that prospective real estate buyers can trust. The lawyer represents only you and nobody else and is therefore bound to give you sound practical and legal advice. It is always a prudent move to allow your lawyer to scrutinize every document before signing it. While all lawyers have basic knowledge of real estate law, those specializing in real estate have more experience and know how the game is played. Getting the services of a practicing Florida-based lawyer would be best as real estate in Florida legislation may differ from that of other states.

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THE HENLOPEN CONDOMINIUM 527 N BOARDWALK #609, REHOBOTH BEACH, DE

The Henlopen Condominium is the premier ocean front building in Rehoboth Beach. These spacious condominiums were built as residences, and not just vacation condos. They are the largest condos on the boardwalk and all units feature three balconies, large living room area, dining room, washer and dryer, two full baths, with the master bedroom that has the bath ensuite. This security-controlled building allows access to the indoor parking, private entrance to the beach, outdoor showers, elevators, and rooftop sundeck with pool and spectacular views of the Atlantic Ocean and Delaware Coastline. Enjoy the day of exploring the many delights of Rehoboth Beach. Just step out from the private condo entrance onto the boardwalk and enjoy the day on Rehoboth’s famous beach, stroll the ocean front shops, amusements, dine in all the wonderful downtown restaurants nearby the town has to offer, and bike to the conveniently located Gordons Pond State Park that give access to the Breakwater Junction bike trails!

It is the best condominium building in Rehoboth Beach and could be your perfect retreat at the beaches and yearround get away!

Go to TheHenlopen.com for more information

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FOR SALE, UNIT 609 WITH THE BEST VIEWS IN REHOBOTH BEACH! BEING OFFERED AT $1,675,000 Being offered, a beautiful fully renovated 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom condo being sold furnished and turnkey with all the upgrades! New Maple cabinetry throughout, quartz counter tops, upgraded high-end stainless-steel appliances including a Sub-Zero Refrigerator, Electrolux Washer/Dryer, Kitchen Aid Gourmet cooktop, Kitchen Aid Oven/ Dishwasher, porcelain tile floors through-out, tile baths, raised ceilings in kitchen and bedrooms, updated sliding doors, new exterior storm shutters, new HVAC system, new 75 gallon hot-water heater, and much more. All of this is in 1340 square feet of living space with spectacular views of the Ocean, Beach, and the Delaware Coastline. No other condominium currently on the market in Rehoboth Beach offers these expansive beach and shoreline views.

Call Bill Cullin to schedule a showing today. With over 40 transactions at The Henlopen he is the top selling real estate agent there exceeding the sales volume of any teams in the State of Delaware for 15-consecutive years.

Nobody has as much experience or knowledge that can serve you better.

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Office: 302.227.2541, Ext 117 Toll-free: 1.800.GO.BEACH, Ext 117

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This quintessential coastal cottage sits just steps from the beach and is perfectly positioned on a double lot. Shaded by mature trees, the cottage was built in the 1920s and has been lovingly maintained by the same family since the 1940s. The picket fencing, stunning magnolias and hydrangeas, and spacious wrap-around screened porch add to the home’s personality. Original hardwood floors, a wood burning fireplace and unique trims and moldings decorate the main house which consists of 3 bedrooms and 3 recently updated baths. The home’s expansive screened porches with wet bar, supply generous spaces for gatherings or relaxing. The private guest house has 1 bedroom, a half bath, outside shower and full laundry.

With a separate storage shed, partial basement and floored attic, this property offers room to grow. Being sold mostly furnished.

Offered at $4,195,000

Ideal investment property consisting of 3 recently renovated and fully furnished units.

Building features a new elevator and covered parking. Located just steps to the beach.

Offered at $4,000,000

Rarely available 50’ x 100’ building lot in Country Club Estates! Property is situated just 4 blocks to the beach and close proximity to the shops and restaurants on Rehoboth Avenue. This is an excellent opportunity and the ideal location for your new home!

Offered at $1,145,000

Lovingly maintained, tastefully appointed and ultra-convenient describes this 2,900 +/- sq.ft. custom built home. Features include 5BR, 4.5BA, 2 living areas, cozy screened porch, beautiful finishes, ample parking and more.

Easy access to Rehoboth and Dewey!

Offered at $999,000

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STUNNING SOUTH REHO SHOWPLACE

5BR/3.5BA overlooking Rehoboth-Lewes canal.

3 level design, angled 10 ft. ceilings, maple HW floors, chef’s kitchen with teak & granite counters. Screened porch and sun deck.

Rehoboth; $1,399,000.(MLS DESU2000970)

Your own slice of paradise! One acre building lot - direct BAYFRONT in desirable Back Bay Cove community. Gated community and a sandy beach at your doorstep. Close to in-town Milton and Lewes! Milton; $1,175,000. (MLS DESU184162)

5BR/5.5BA gracious Southern style beach home. Top of the line finishes, personal elevator & heated pool with hot tub. Numerous architectural details; coffered ceilings, 3 fireplaces, custom tile work, & curved walls of windows.

Rehoboth Beach; $3,795,000. (MLS DESU2000175)

PRIVACY ON 2+ ACRES IN HARBESON

THE CREST IN NORTH REHOBOTH

AMAZING CURB APPEAL IN MILTON

4BR/3BA with a heated in-ground pool on a 2+ acre parcel.

Spacious pool house, detached office perfect for working from home. Cape Henlopen Schools. Room to spread out yet still close to the beaches, dining and shopping. Central to everything! Harbeson; $625,000. (MLS DESU2008436)

WATERFRONT LIVING IN SELBYVILLE

A casually elegant home located in the desirable community of Keen-wik. This 3/4 BR has everything you need to entertain in style. Well-appointed kitchen, outdoor oasis featuring swimming pool located along your boat dock & custom covered porch. Selbyville; $849,000. (MLS DESU2009316)

1BR/1BA luxury condo. Original owner has spared no expense in this brand new, modern designer renovation.

One of the best ocean block locations in Rehoboth! Pet friendly building with pool, parking and laundry. The Crest. North Reho; $589,000. (MLS DESU2009060)

NEW CONSTRUCTION - LEWES

When you find yourself just a short drive from the beach and town, you have arrived at Lewes Crest: where convenience is standard, and style is unsurpassed.

3BR/2.5BA town homes span two floors with an optional loft level. Lewes; starting at $414,900. (MLS DESU168794)

4BR/2.5BA elegant home will impress you with double stacking front porches, dramatic two story great room with stack stone gas fireplace, formal dining room, HW floors and a well appointed eat-in kitchen. Tree-lined .59 acre lot in Diamond Overlook. Milton; $530,000.(MLS DESU2009534)

WATERFRONT BUILDING OPPORTUNITY

Unique waterfront building opportunity in Lakewood Estates. Design your perfect home with every feature and finish you desire. Tucked away from the hustle and bustle but convenient to everything.

Millsboro; $369,000. (MLS DESU170604)

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POISED FOR POPULARITY 2022 bathroom technology trends

The bathroom is one of the most personal spaces in the home. Whether you’re energizing your body or relaxing the mind, the bathroom is utilized for many reasons throughout the day.

Technology is transforming how the bathroom is used, elevating these daily experiences in new and exciting ways.

“Technology enhances our daily rituals by providing a variety of sensory experiences,” said Carrie Seymour, Kohler Director of Consumer Insights. “When integrated thoughtfully into the space, technology blends in seamlessly, helping us move through our routines without having to stop what we’re doing to switch tasks.”

Seymour shares some of the top trends that are poised for popularity in 2022 and beyond. These upgrades not only enhance your personal use and enjoyment of the space, but also add to your home’s overall value.

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SMART TECHNOLOGIES The boundaries of a smart home continue to be pushed, so it’s no surprise smart technologies are transforming bathrooms nationwide. Imagine this: Wake up and go to the bathroom and turn on lights with voice-activated lighting. Wash your hands with your digital, touch-free faucet. Learn the weather forecast through your smart mirrors.

Next, step into the shower and enjoy an immersive sensory experience. The Moxie showerhead transforms the average shower with luxurious spray and a best-in-class high-quality audio speaker with sound by Harman Kardon. Whether you want to wake up or wind down, stream your favorite tunes from your digital device to the speaker, which easily detaches so you can bring it with you throughout the house as you go about your day.

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benefits, including warm water that cleans while also cutting down on paper waste. However, most people don’t have the space or money to install a separate bidet. That’s why bidet toilet seats are a simple solution being seen in more and more homes.

For example, the Kohler C3-230 bidet toilet seat has a slim, lowprofile design made to fit most elongated toilets. This heated seat comes with an easy-to-use touchscreen remote that allows you to adjust water temperature, pressure, seat temperature and air-drying. A built-in night-light illuminates the bowl, and the self-cleaning stainless steel wand uses UV light for added cleanliness.

COMFORT AND CONVENIENCE TECHNOLOGIES The bathroom is transforming into a space that serves as a personal oasis, so people are willing to invest in things that make it feel like their own escape from the busy world. Comfort and convenience are now priorities, with enhancements often mimicking what might be seen at an upscale spa.

For example, heated flooring keeps feet comfortable, especially in cooler climates and cold seasons. Installing warming drawers or heated racks allows people to wrap themselves in a toasty towel or robe after bathing. Extras like an under-counter refrigerator keep chilled beverages within arm’s reach as well as store high-end facial and personal care products.

LUXURY TOILETS With people spending more time at home, they’re realizing the value in investing in the things that improve their life. When you think about your time in the bathroom, it often involves the toilet. And if you’re going to sit on something multiple times throughout the day, you might as well make it spectacular.

Luxury toilets are the ultimate indulgence, such as the Kohler Eir intelligent toilet. This upscale toilet starts with artistic style, featuring flowing lines and personalized finish detailing with a sleek tankless and skirted design. With a full complement of convenient features including heated seat, customizable cleansing, night-light, hands-free opening/closing, automatic flush, plus a touchscreen remote, nothing else compares.

“Technologies are transforming the bathroom experience to enhance all the senses,” said Seymour. “No matter your budget, there’s something for everyone to make the bathroom their own.”

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