SH&L January 2009

The New Year marks both an end and a beginning, so we think it’s the perfect time to reminisce about the best of 2008 and to look forward to what will be new and exciting in the world of design in 2009

It’s easy to see how the world of fashion influences the world of interior décor. Find out how to dress your home in the same glamorous way you dress yourself

Continuing the tradition we began two years ago, the homes we feature in this issue spotlight the talents of our Seattle Design 100+ honorees: The People, Places and Things That Define Seattle Design

Gardeners can kiss the winter doldrums goodbye with a trip to the Northwest Flower & Garden Show—or by heeding the advice of these local landscape professionals

Home technology just keeps getting smarter and smarter—everything from lighting systems to appliances and electronics are continuously updated and refined. Read on for ideas on ways you can keep up and stay savvy

Our Seattle Design 100+ honorees bring their elegance and sense of simplicity into the kitchen as they share their most beloved, go-to meals

Seattle’s design tastemakers turn their attention to Washington wines, naming some of their favorite varietals and vintages

Design lovers often search for an architect-designed home. Though difficult to find, these rare gems—with their impeccable structure and one-of-a-kind styles—are always worth the hunt

Finding the balance between utterly elegant and completely livable can be a challenge. April Pride Allison transformed her home’s once uninviting living room into a space that is both impressive enough for guests and cozy enough for the kids