House of Rock

Five young artists share a humble Lawrenceville abode, a residence by day and concert/party venue by night.

By Melissa Rayworth

Unforgettable Farm

Crowing roosters, nibbling goats and buzzing honeybees: Fritz and Jim Mitnick's farm in suburban Indiana Township is truly peaceful-but far from quiet.

By Melissa Rayworth

Open-Air Kitchen

Southern-style living in a Northern backyard: Jim and Debbi Diggs enjoy a luxurious outdoor kitchen.

By Melissa Rayworth

Island Gem

With its lush greenery, privacy and view of the water, Washington's Landing is resort-like living at its best.

By Melissa Rayworth

Urban Oasis: Piatt Place

The Strip District is within walking distance, Heinz Field is a stone’s throw away and the view of Pittsburgh’s downtown skyline is an urbanite’s dream.

By Melissa Rayworth

House of Rock

Five young artists share a humble Lawrenceville abode, a residence by day and concert/party venue by night.

By Melissa Rayworth

2011 Home of the Year Contest

Don't miss your chance to enter Pittsburgh magazine's 2011 Home of the Year competition. Winners will be named and select homes will be featured in the March 2011 issue of Pittsburgh magazine.

Container Gardening

Perhaps it's time to retire the notion that container gardens start with red geraniums, that a dracaena spike adds drama and that sweet alyssum pulls a composition together.

By Lindsay Bond Totten