Author: Jessica Sinichak
On Trend and Things That We Love
Home editor Jessica Sinichak finds the local gems you’ll be obsessing over.
HOME Summer 2019
HOME editor Jessica Sinichak details a makeover we gave ourselves.
Three North Side Garden Tours (And One on the South Side) You'll Want to Explore
Here’s your chance to explore some the city’s most beautiful historic (and new) homes and outdoor spaces.
Get the Scoop on Up-and-Coming Crafters at Show and Sell
Taking place at Construction Junction, the spring pop-up market from Handmade Arcade will feature 30 local makers selling home decor, clothing and art.
Haven Design Gets New Location, New Outlook, After Crash
After a car came through the building last fall, the retail store and design studio in Mt. Lebanon is moving to a new home — and shifting its focus to design.
Pittsburgh Tops the List For First-Time Homebuyers
The report from Bankrate.com touts Pittsburgh’s affordability, job market and culture.
Leanne & Steve Dish on Season 2 of "Restored by the Fords"
Siblings Leanne and Steve Ford talk renovating Steve’s new warehouse, Leanne’s new baby — and their two new HGTV shows.
Join Pittsburgh Magazine at the Best of Design Party
Make conversation, and share cocktails, with this year’s winning designers at the Renaissance Hotel in Pittsburgh.
When Can You Make a Pittsburgh Left?
Even if you don’t know the term, you’re probably familiar with the concept.
2019 Best of Design Winners
For our second annual Best of Design contest, Pittsburgh Magazine was flooded with stunning entries from interior designers, architects and homeowners across the region. To ensure fairness and neutrality, a panel of Cleveland-based professionals in the design and architecture industry handled the blind judging process. Read on for this year’s winners.
Best New Home
Mired in controversial beginnings, a sleek contemporary townhouse nevertheless bloomed in a historic section of Pittsburgh’s North Side.
Best Outdoor Space
Sophisticated and private, a walled urban garden on the South Side contains all the recreational features you’d typically only find in the suburbs.
My Favorite Room with Tyler and Brandi Kennedy
Each issue, HOME goes inside the room of one of our favorite Pittsburghers.
HOME Spring 2019
HOME editor Jessica Sinichak is humbled by how much the Best of Design contest has grown since she joined the magazine four years ago.
Spring 2019: Things We Love
Here are the local gems worth obsessing over.
On Trend: Eastmantribe's New Store and the Pittsburgh Vintage Mixer Home Show
Here's what's buzzing in the Pittsburgh home and lifestyle industry.
Meet Our Judges
To ensure fairness and neutrality, a panel of Cleveland-based professionals in the design and architecture industry handled the blind judging process.
Doors Open on a Black History Tour of Pittsburgh
“Ride With the King: Black History Tour” will give visitors an inside look at some of the area’s historic, and a few modern, African-American churches.
The Top Five HOME Stories of 2018
Take a look back at the biggest stories to come out of Pittsburgh’s home and design industry.
The 50 Greatest Pittsburghers of All Time
These are the people who, throughout the past 200-plus years, helped put Pittsburgh on the map. From familiar names to unexpected choices, these 50 made contributions both locally and nationally to fields ranging from business and government to culture and sports –– all of which put the spotlight on Pittsburgh.
A Look Back: 32 Years Celebrating Great Pittsburghers
Since 1986, Pittsburgh Magazine has recognized exceptional individuals or organizations as Pittsburghers of the Year. The recipients of these annual awards have made unmeasurable contributions to our city and region. Here, we revisit each winner and find out where they are now.
My Favorite Room with Heather Abraham
Each issue, HOME goes inside the room of one of our favorite Pittsburghers.
Winter 2019: Things We Love
Here are the local gems worth obsessing over.
Historic Larimer Schoolhouse Will Graduate to Apartment Complex
Federal funds will be used to turn to the vacant Romanesque-style building into 35 mixed-income apartments.
PG&H Brings Locally Made Home Goods to Downtown
The yearlong pop-up shop on Smithfield Street features everything from wall coverings to furniture, all crafted by local makers.
A 9-year-old's Nonprofit is Still Giving Back 12 Years Later
Started by college student Conner Hagins when he was 9 years old, Cuddles for Kids strives to brighten up the lives of hospital patients with toys, treats and special events.
Schoolhouse Electric Brings Hip Lighting, Coffee, to Pittsburgh
The Portland, Ore-based lighting and furnishings store, which shares space with a high-end coffeehouse from the team behind The Vandal restaurant, is located in East Liberty's Detective Building.
Build or Remodel in 2018? Submit Your Home to Our Best of Design Contest
Categories include Best New and Best Renovated homes, Best Kitchens and Best Outdoor Space.
Hate to Shop? Now Alexa Can Have Whole Foods Deliver
Amazon Prime members can now ask Alexa (or shop online) for organic groceries and other products — and expect to have them delivered in as little as an hour.
Ranking Pittsburgh's Suburbs: Which has the Best Housing?
Ratings in this category compare age of homes, how much the median sale price of a home has changed over five years, the property tax millage and the percent of home ownership verses rental units.
A League of Their Own: 5 Buzzworthy Interior Designers
With an artistic bent and an eye for details, these MVPs of the residential interior designer scene are transforming Pittsburgh.
Home Style: As Good As Gold
Bring on the bling for a modern, luxurious look.
“Restored By the Fords” Shooting Second Season in Pittsburgh
Siblings Leanne and Steve Ford are renovating local homes, and praising the Pittsburgh Potty, in anticipation of the series premiere in early 2019.
10 Real Pittsburgh Weddings
Picture-Perfect in every way, these real Pittsburgh wedding couples were chosen from nearly 100 submissions.
Clark Bars Still Popular — Just Need Someone to Make Them
For the second time this year, the candy bar with deep Pittsburgh roots is facing extinction.
love, Pittsburgh Opens Third Retail Shop Showcasing Local Goods
The pop-up gift shop in the historic Oliver Building will be open through the end of the year.
Head to the North Hills for Two Blooming Garden Tours
The Wexford Garden and Pond Tour and the Southern Butler County Garden Club tour both take place this weekend.
All Aboard: A Pirate Playground for Everyone
Featuring an eye-catching, life-size pirate ship, the inclusive Out of the Park Playground in Cranberry Township was designed for users of all abilities.
City Guide 2018-2019: Shop
Shopping with kids can be less than fun, unless you’re shopping at one of these locally owned brick-and-mortar or online stores. From the things the kids want (toys!) to the things they need (cool clothes and quality furniture), here’s where to go to get the goods.
Fired by City Paper — Charlie Deitch Won’t Be Silenced
The former editor of the Pittsburgh alt-weekly is creating his own "more inclusive" publication.
PPG Paints Unveils 2019 Color of the Year: Night Watch
Paying homage to the restorative power of nature, this deep green shade is one to watch in the coming year. Here’s how to use it on your walls.
Best of the 'Burgh 2018: Food and Drink
From a goat rodeo farm and dairy to a Spanish revival to a secret lunch –– discover what our editors chose for the Best of the 'Burgh in food and drink.
Best of the 'Burgh 2018: Fitness and Outdoor
From a way to be shady to a (literal) tailgate to letting the moon be your guide –– discover what our editors chose for the Best of the 'Burgh in fitness and the outdoors.
Best of the 'Burgh 2018: Arts & Entertainment
From waking the dead to a jazz conspiracy to an act of grand larceny –– discover what our editors chose for the Best of the 'Burgh in arts and entertainment.
