Story Time
June 22, 2026
For Alfredo Paredes, every room is a narrative. His new Hudson studio is his most personal chapter yet.
Step inside Berkshire homes and design inspiration—featuring interiors, architecture, and the makers shaping local style and craftsmanship.
For Alfredo Paredes, every room is a narrative. His new Hudson studio is his most personal chapter yet.
If you’re looking for some very special gifts—or just want to celebrate the creativity of your neighbors—these local makers likely have the perfect things. The only hard part will be giving them away.
In the Berkshires, picking out your Christmas tree isn’t an errand—it’s an adventure, with fresh air, family, hot cocoa, and that satisfying moment when you find the tree.
Prospect, the new “landscape hotel” in Egremont, brings serene style and ecological purpose to the Berkshires—with community gathering spaces and lake views worth lingering over.
A world-class cellist and ground-breaking psychiatrist find harmony at home in Lenox.
Jess Marsh has taught herself old-fashioned techniques for making pieces that are meant to last.
Hudson’s main drag is a shopping mecca, and it just keeps getting better. Here are a few of our favorite stops for stylish finds.
Early American furniture is ready for a comeback—which means you should get it while the getting’s good.
We asked top designers to share their inspirations, trend forecasts, and tips on transforming Berkshires homes into relaxing retreats.
Renowned photographer Gregory Crewdson and his partner, Juliane Hiam, have deep roots in the Berkshires. Welcome to the sanctuary they call home.
When former Broadway performer Robert Hartwell moved to Great Barrington, he brought his talents, style, and joy—and learned about his past while planning his future.
Your dog may fill up your camera roll—or have an Instagram account all their own—but a painting might happen to capture their essence best, as our writer discovered.
Kelly and Bryan Binder’s boutique hotel, Doctor Sax House, is a stylish spot meant for relaxing—and maybe even dancing.
Go behind the scenes at the Construct Designer Showhouse in New Marlborough—and hear what inspired the creative team working on its transformation.
The owners of Township Four built their business on beautiful blooms.
With field after field of antiques, mid-century treasures, and curiosities galore, Brimfield is always worth the trip. Our writer shares her tips for making the most of it.
At this new store in Sharon, Connecticut, every item tells a story.
Mother and daughter Linda and Carly Shafiroff have built more than complementary businesses in the Berkshires—they’re creating a family legacy and a vision for the region’s future.