Where? 16th and Q streets, near Dupont Circle
Size? 472 square feet
Type? Studio
Moved in? August 2007

Why Dupont Circle? "After two years of living in a four-story townhouse in Southwest DC with three friends,  I wanted a place that was my own.  I wanted to experience more of the city and live in a neighborhood that was close to my favorite restaurants, bars, and stores.  I also feel safe walking around the neighborhood and I love its beautiful rowhouses."

Overall Look? "Modern and minimalist. I wanted to use the same color palette throughout so the room flowed well, yet I still tried to make each area distinct. I didn’t want to feel like my dining room (if you can call it that) was in my bedroom. Because my kitchen is separate from the main living area, I decided I could use different colors to make that part feel distinct.  
"To achieve a minimal look and make the apartment feel bigger, I scaled back on furniture and other objects that could clutter the apartment. I read that the worst thing you could do in a studio is have furniture that is overwhelming and too large—or just have too much stuff. I also had to think of new ways to use things I already owned so that I didn’t have to buy all new furniture. My rent was doubling, so I had a very limited budget!"

Inspiration? "A two-page spread in a West Elm catalog caught my eye. The furniture was dark brown and there were light blue accents. While this was a look specifically for a living room in a large home with ample space, I decided to try to make it work. I used chocolate brown, light blue, and cream/beige as the colors for my main room.
"Because a friend had gotten me cute black and white kitchen towels and an oven mitt, and another friend gave me black stemless martini glasses with black and white napkins, I decorated my kitchen in black and white."

The Box Score
Virginia: 5
DC: 3
Maryland: 2

$2,995,000—3312 N Street, NW, Georgetown
$2,695,000—2212 Wyoming Avenue, NW, Kalorama
$2,370,000—1418 Jenneys Lane, Alexandria
$2,203,536—43601 Edison Club Court, Ashburn
$2,000,000—204 S. Saint Asaph Street, Alexandria
$1,900,000—7425 Arlington Road, Bethesda
$1,878,455—927 Glyndon Street, SE, Vienna
$1,800,000—5911 Onondaga Road, Bethesda
$1,650,000—213 11th Street, SE, Capitol Hill
$1,645,000—6022 Orris Street, McLean

Looking for ideas for your Halloween dinner party? Tired of using the same look for Thanksgiving every year?

Twenty interior designers—including Mary Douglas Drysdale, Frank Babb Randolph, and Skip Sroka—will take part in NSO Celebrations! this weekend, a design event that showcases a variety of table settings. The event gives visitors a peek at new trends in fabric, color, and accessories. There also will be seminars on entertaining and opportunities to chat with the designers.

Friday and Saturday (10 to 7),  Sunday (Noon to 4).
The Women’s Club of Chevy Chase, 7931 Connecticut Avenue, Chevy Chase

Craigslist is packed this morning with mid-century modern furniture at great prices.  If you are into the vintage, 1940s to 1960s look, check out these seven pieces:

• Dining table and six chairs for $500 (pictured here)
• Set of three Danish nesting tables for $150
• Bedside table for $150
• Buffet for $450
• Modular shelves for $700
• Two credenzas—one for $650, one for $600

Where: 636 Chain Bridge Rd., McLean
Listing Price: $13,500,000
Time on the Market: nine days
Bedrooms: ten
Bathrooms: nine

This Potomac riverfront estate, built in 1968, was designed by architect John Carl Warnecke for Senator Ted Kennedy. On six-and-a-half acres, the home has more than 10,000 square feet of living space. The living room, banquet-sized dining room, and library have large glass doors with views of the river. There is also a recreation room, an exercise room, a two-car garage, a gated circular drive, a courtyard with a fountain, a heated pool, and a tennis court.

The Box Score
Virginia: 4
DC: 4
Maryland: 2

$3,500,000—8401 Brookewood Court, McLean
$3,279,000—12818 Carousel Court, Upper Marlboro
$2,525,000—20 Kalorama Circle, NW, Kalorama
$1,775,000—16601 Pleasant Colony Drive, Upper Marlboro
$1,750,000—3022 O Street, NW, Georgetown
$1,750,000—4621 Laverock Place, NW, Palisades
$1,612,030—1416 North Monroe Street, Arlington
$1,585,000—4024 North River Street, McLean
$1,550,000—20188 Saint Louise Road, Middleburg
$1,550,000—3755 Kanawha Street, NW, Chevy Chase 

This weekend the Washington Design Center hosts Treasure Hunt, a two-day sale of furniture, rugs, accessories, lighting, and more. More than 35 of the center’s showrooms—including such big names as Foremost Appliances, Willem Smith, and Clive Christian cabinetry—offer up to 75 percent off regular prices. Floor samples from showrooms, originals, and new merchandise will be showcased. You can also sign up for a free 20-minute consultation with an interior designer.

Friday, October 26 (9 to 5) and Saturday, October 27 (10 to 3). Admission is $5. Call 202-646-6100 or click here for more.