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Holiday Home Tour: The Wests’ Incredible Halloween Decorations

Relevance: 40%      Posted on: October 31, 2014

A few weeks ago, Dorothy and Duke West invited me into their home to see their lovely and skillful fall decorations. While I was there, they told me that their decorating specialty would actually come a few weeks later, when they would put together an outrageous party display for Halloween. I was…

Trail Tour: A Picture-Perfect Waterfall at Scott’s Run Nature Preserve

Relevance: 39%      Posted on: October 17, 2016

I had no idea anything this close to the Beltway could be so beautifully serene. This waterfall along the Potomac River is located at Scott's Run Nature Preserve in McLean, which is a Fairfax County Park located 25 minutes from Reston Town Center. It's a gorgeous park, especially as the leaves are changing.…

Modern Reston’s Top Stories of 2016

Relevance: 39%      Posted on: December 28, 2016

Another year is coming to a close, and we at Modern Reston are grateful to all the members of the community who have shared their stories with us. Reston is filled with fascinating people, culture, and events, and it's a pleasure to be able to learn about them and share…

Coming Up! October Events in the Reston Area

Relevance: 37%      Posted on: October 1, 2014

Get your beer stein and vampire cape ready, because October has arrived! Here are some of the events happening this month around Reston. OCTOBER 11-12 Oktoberfest Reston Reston Town Center Head to Reston Town Center for two days of live music, a beer garden, and a family-friendly carnival. During the afternoons, you can…

Winter Home Tips From Moss Building & Design

Relevance: 36%      Posted on: January 27, 2016

Old Man Winter has finally arrived in Virginia. You have probably begun to notice drafts and leaks and some all-around inefficiencies in your home. Moss Building and Design was gracious enough to provide us with some common winter questions they receive. Moss Building and Design is one of Reston’s top home remodeling…

Happy Birthday, Modern Reston! Here Are Highlights From Our Fantastic First Year.

Relevance: 36%      Posted on: September 8, 2015

Today is our first anniversary! Let's all celebrate with a virtual cupcake (or preferably, some real champagne.) Modern Reston online magazine launched on September 8, 2014, with eight articles about dining, recreation, art, and events. And now a year later, we have published a total of 190 articles! With 10,000 regular readers, Modern Reston has become…

Modern Reston’s Top Stories of 2015

Relevance: 35%      Posted on: December 28, 2015

As another year comes to a close, we are grateful for all the fascinating stories the Reston community has shared with us. Modern Reston has become the area's leading publication for culture and events, and we couldn't have done it without your support. We've got lots of plans for 2016, but first let's…

Reston Winter Prep: 5 Ways to Winterize Your Home Cheaply

Relevance: 29%      Posted on: December 10, 2014

The weather gurus at The Old Farmer’s Almanac are predicting that this winter we will receive another arctic blast with above-normal snowfall. Well, if that doesn't get you all excited for winter, I don't know what will! Sarcasm aside, it's time to actually prepare for this onslaught rather than just cross our fingers…

Know Before You Go: Shopping For Mid-Century Modern Furniture in the DMV

Relevance: 29%      Posted on: January 14, 2015

Reston in and of itself is a mid-century modern invention. It was founded in 1964 with an eye toward the future. And while this town has gone through several redevelopments, many of us still live in retro-style houses. I happen to love this style and made a point to buy a place that was…

The Wild and Wonderful Virginia Bluebells at Riverbend Park

Relevance: 29%      Posted on: April 8, 2015

Stop what you're doing and go outside -- spring flowers are blooming! In the DC area, our beautiful Japanese cherry blossoms get most of the attention this time of year. Less well known, though, are the native, blueish-pink wildflowers known as Virginia bluebells. Unless you're a gardener or hiker, it's possible…