(Hello to Sarah, of Kansas City, one of the four bloggers trying out for a place on the AT:Chicago editorial team. Comments welcome!)

It's Spring all across the country, and for Kansas City metro residents that means fabulous things! We can walk places without needing ice skates, our heat can be turned off and most importantly.... it's auction time!! Last year I became...
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(Welcome to the third of our 4 bloggers trying out for a spot on the AT:Chicago editorial team, Rachel from St. Louis. Comments are welcome!)

We think vintage collectibles are lovely, and even lovelier when we can find them in their original sets for a reasonable price. This weekend we had the opportunity to shop at The Future Antiques in St Louis, a re-sale shop that is committed... More

(Welcome to Julie from Minneapolis, second up in a series of 4 bloggers trying out for a spot on the AT:Chicago editorial team. Comments welcome!)

It’s the secret shame of the design-blog addict. You start a DIY project with the best intentions and, well… never mind. Remnants provides hope for those of us who are completion and staple-gun challenged.
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Welcome to Maya from Cincinnati. She is the first of 4 bloggers trying out for a place on the AT:Chicago editorial team, covering different cities in the Midwest. Comments welcome!

Designed in 1908 by Samuel Hannaford & Sons, Memorial Hall sits just west of Washington Park in Cincinnati's Over-the-Rhine neighborhood. Erected to honor the county's war veterans, the Beaux Arts structure is now used for concerts, performances and other events (John McCain gave a speech here before the Ohio Primary). More

Thos. Moser fans rejoice!

From May 16th to June 29th, the Georgetown Showroom is hosting a sale featuring hundreds of furniture pieces available for immediate purchase.

This sale is a rare opportunity to purchase some of Thos. Moser’s beautiful cherry furniture at 10 to 15 percent off the original price.

The sale will feature a wide selection of floor models, one-of-a-kinds, not-quite-perfect, and first-quality pieces (including sideboards, dining and lounge chairs, benches and stools, dining and occasional tables, beds, and desks)....
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This is from our DC finalist, Thomas. Comment away!

What do apartment buildings say about the residents that live inside of them? I walk to work everyday...rain or shine. My studio is ten blocks from my office. The walk is great. I pass 5 coffee shops, 2 bookstores, a post office, 3 gyms and a park. Everyday is a new adventure. I also see tons of people everyday. Some people are walking their dogs, other people are power walking to work and then there are some who are just having coffee... More

This is from our DC finalist, Caroline. Comment away!

Name: Drew & Syd
Location: Washington, DC
Type: Row house
Size: 750 square feet
Years lived in: 1 year

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Syd and Drew found a wonderful old row house in NW DC that needed a lot of work. The house was a great price in an upcoming neighborhood but it needed to be completely gutted. Rather than finding this overwhelming they embraced the challenge. They knew they could start fresh and maximize the space’s potential. With a small budget Syd & Drew spent a lot of time researching products online and looking for deals. Well know business such as E-bay, Ikea and Home Depot were not ruled out... More

This is from our Boston finalist, Melissa. Only a few more to go. Comment away!

I’ll spare you the bridesmaid dress fiasco that sparked an exhaustive pursuit of Boston’s best textile shops. Unbeknownst to us, that search would also reveal the area’s top resources for upholstery, window treatments, and home decor. Take a tour on Boston public transit (the “T”) to see our top three picks... More

This is from our DC finalist, Colleen. Comment away!

I call this, One of Official Washington’s Best Kept Secrets.

Though Washington is replete with official reception spaces, few can match the panache of the State Department Diplomatic Reception Rooms, a unique set of museum-like rooms used by the Secretary of State, the Vice President, and Members of the Cabinet to entertain world leaders, foreign officials and American dignitaries. Every year over 80,000 guests attend official luncheons, receptions and dinners in the Diplomatic Reception Rooms. Fortunately for those of us unlikely to be invited to a State dinner any time soon, the rooms can also be visited simply by signing up for one of the three daily public tours.... More

This is from our Boston finalist, Kyle. Comment away!

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I'm entwined in a passionate, lifelong love affair with… fabric.

I tack, nail, or glue it to anything that doesn’t have a tail (this policy protects my dog, but just barely). Through my redesign and organizing business, people often ask me where to buy new fabric. And when they do, I get starry-eyed and wide-smiled and my mind drifts away to not just a fabric place, but to a fabric palace: Zimman’s in Lynn, Massachusetts... More