In Progress: A Behind-The-Scenes Look At Music Hall’s Extensive Renovation

We got a sneak peek inside Music Hall’s current $135 million renovation. SPOILER ALERT: It's gonna be gorgeous come October 6th's opening weekend.

This Woman Wrote A Love Letter To Her Dream House & Ended Up Buying It

“I work closely with the wonderful women of the church,” remarks Michelle Holley, the six-year owner of an 18-room mansion on Dayton Street that was previously owned by Providence Baptist Church next door. Following the economic downturn in the last decade

Summer Book Club: 10 Good Reads To Keep You Entertained By The Pool

Summer is upon us. And it is hot, hot, hot. So here are 10 books (old and new) to tuck in your beach bag, picnic basket, or... whatever you keep next to the AC.

Originally A Hub Of Piano Manufacturing, The Baldwin Is Now An Apartment Complex

The building might still be under renovation, but we got a peek inside anyway. To the pics!

The Grandeur Of This Local Catholic Church Cannot Be Overstated

Covington is home to St. Mary's Cathedral Basilica of the Assumption, a Catholic church so incredible, the Pope designated it a "minor basilica" a little over 50 years after it was built.

Marsh's Loveland Showroom Lets You Fully Customize Your Home

With new visualization technology, Marsh Building Products allows you to change anything you want about your home.

Why Cincinnati Opera’s "La Bohème" Is The Most Relatable Opera You’ll Ever See

Cincinnati Opera’s production of La Bohème will be presented at the Aronoff Center June 15, 17, 22, and 24.

This Cincinnati Family Sold Their House To Live Out Of A Camper

Brett & Jess Zwolinski are professional photographers. They are also the proud parents of four adorable kids. Two summers ago, the Zwolinksis sold their suburban house and traveled cross country with their kids. This is their story.

Local Yokel Mercantile Is A "Throwback"-Style General Store In Adorable Glendale

Next time you’re in historic Glendale, be sure to stop here.

26 Pics Of Colorful Buildings In & Around Cincinnati

White, tan, beige, dull red… fuhgettaboutit! These buildings shirk conventional, boring palettes and get funky with a splash of color!

This Local Antique Warehouse Was Once Featured On The History Channel's "American Pickers"

That was back in 2014. But you can still visit (by appointment only), if you're aiming to find a treasure amid the trash.

The CAC's Colorful Clown Exhibit Is Unlike Anything You've Seen Before

Also, it's entirely free to experience, so you really have no reason not to go.

Fashion Report: Fun Festival Looks From Friday At Bunbury 2017

When it comes to music festivals, you know never what fashions will pop. Take a peek at our gallery to see the hot styles from Friday at Bunbury.

Best Dressed (May 2017)

Our monthly look back on who wore it best. Click to see who made May's list.

These Newly Renovated Apartments Near Mount Storm Park Are Stunning

These gorgeous new Clifton apartments are unlike anything in Cincinnati, and there’s an open house next week (Thursday, June 8), so you can check them out.

Indian Hill’s 1926 Alberly Manor Is For Sale & We Got A Peek Inside

Known as “Alberly Manor,” 9200 Shawnee Run Road is a 5-bed, 4.5-bathroom 1926 English manor in Indian Hill. It sits on 12.5 acres.

18 Images From Across The Globe That Embody The Spirit Of Creativity In Architecture

Be inspired by the buildings around you and you are sure to be inspired. #creative_architecture

This 1907 Norwood House Was Beautifully Renovated By A Couple From Texas

Just wait until you see the inside...

Photos: A Tour Of Crooked Tree Preserve’s Brand New Homes In Mason

Mason is building a ton of new homes in its new Crooked Tree Preserve community. If you prefer every comfort of modern living, this is definitely for you.

Lightning Horse Industries Is The Design Agency You Want Working On Your Brand

Lightning Horse Industries offers graphic design, video production, and screen-printing services, and has worked with the likes of 50 West Brewing Company and FC Cincinnati. Suffice to say, this is local art at its finest.

Virtual 3D House Tours Are Here To Change The Home Buying Process

"What's the name of this local startup?" you ask. Answer: 513 Oval Room. That's what.

Philanthropist Andrew Carnegie Funded The Building Of This Former Covington Library

Once the home of Covington’s public library, The Carnegie is lauded by many as the city’s finest combination of art gallery, theater, education center, and event space.

This Cincy Startup Wants To Sleep With You

PONS' tagline is "one bad-ass bed," so we set out to find out more. Night night, Cincy.

One Of The Families Behind Cheapside Cafe Lives In This Rehabbed, West End Home

Rommel & Emily Wells moved from Over-the-Rhine and rehabbed a home on Historic Dayton Street in the West End. There, they raise their young children and walk their dog while running Cheapside Cafe and teaching at the Art Academy of Cincinnati.

The Ezzard Charles Building Has A Ridiculously Awesome Rooftop Deck

And guess what? It's on the market. You just need a cool $569,900, and it could be yours.

The Betts House Is The Oldest Surviving Brick Building In Cincinnati

1788: Losantiville is founded. 1790: Losantiville’s name is changed to Cincinnati. 1804: William Betts builds his home. 2017: Betts’ home is STILL THERE.

Matt Summers Makes Something As Mundane As Electrical Symbols Look Stylish

Inspired by Midcentury Modern patterns, Matt Summers Design offers a suite of stylish product offerings, including pillows, pouches, and wallpaper.

A Graphic Designer Lives In This Charming Mt. Washington Home

When a couple from Clermont County decided to move to Cincinnati, they purchased a Mt. Washington home and put a design studio in it. Now it’s an awesome little house brimming with character.

Photos: The Academy In Mt. Adams Is A Condo Complex Inside Of A Former School

It used to be the Art Academy. Now, you can live here.

Best Dressed (April 2017)

Our monthly look back on who wore it best. Click to see who made the list.

This Former Barn Built In 1924 In Mariemont Is Now A Cool Place To Scratch A DIY Itch

Eager to scratch a DIY itch, I Internet stumbled upon The Barn, an art center in Mariemont that offers art classes for adults and kids alike, as well as painting exhibits, lectures, movie screenings, and artist studio space.

Photos: The 66th Annual DAAP Fashion Show At UC

Beyond The Curb Is Your Chance To Tour Beautiful Covington Homes

Beyond the Curb opens up a bunch of amazing houses around the city, and Covington is on the list this year. Of the 16 offered on these self-guided tours, here are three that we want to share with you.

We Never Had A Reason To Rave About Dinnerware Until We Came Across CGCERAMICS

Good news for those who covet the plates at places like Please and Pleasantry: you can totally buy them for your own kitchen.

If A Boutique Hotel And An Office Had A Baby, It Would Be The Co-Working Space 1628

1628 is a members-only, 6,000-square foot, curated co-working space that offers a professional office environment with every amenity to help you finish your work. It is located right by Piatt Park.

After An Incredible Season, Is It Possible Cincinnati Ballet Saved The Best For Last?

There’s only one bad thing about spring in Cincinnati: the end of the ballet season. And that, my friends, is a travesty. Thank goodness there’s one more program, though. Catch Cincinnati Ballet’s "New Works Series" April 20-30 at the Aronoff Center.

Photos: A Curated Walk Through University of Cincinnati's Campus

They don’t call it the #HottestCollegeInAmerica for nothing.

The Nelsons Transformed Their 1905 Hyde Park Home Into A Modern Gem

The Nelson's restored their home to its original 1905 form while updating key features to make it comfortable in the modern world. The result... well, the result is for your to examine in the pics. Let's do it!

Our New Life Goal Is To Live In An Urban Loft Space As Cool As The Schwartz's

Lets be honest: If you’re even remotely tuned in to the community within the urban core, you know who Erin Marie and Bob Schwartz are. But have you seen their awesome Downtown condo?

Historic Plum Street Temple Just Might Be The Most Beautiful Place In Downtown Cincy

Holy moly. Unless you’re part of the congregation, you’ve probably never seen anything like this place before. Ready for a tour?

The CincySings Finals Are Coming Up, And You Don't Wanna Miss It

The CincySings Finals will take place on Wednesday, April 19 at 7pm at the Aronoff Center.

7 Former Cincinnati Churches That Have Been Transformed Into Something New

When the church moves out, fill it with something new! Here are seven instances of former churches that now house a new tenant.

Two Of The Guys Behind Lumenocity Are Gearing Up For The City's Next Big Festival

“Fortune favors the brave” is the motto of Brave Berlin, a four-person agency co-founded by Dan Reynolds and Steve McGowan.

ArtsWave Wants Your Help To Innovate The Arts At OTR’s Union Hall April 21-23

Join ArtsWave at OTR's Union Hall April 21-23 for an arts and tech competition where the winning idea is awarded $5,000!

This Couple Found Their Beautiful Norwood Home On Instagram

“Our favorite things to do together involve food, travel & friends. We love entertaining and sharing meals around our dinner table! That's part of the reason we chose this house, because we want to be able to open it to our community.” – Emily Sapp

Madeira’s Housing Market Is Among The Hottest In The City, And Here’s Proof

Join Build Cincinnati of Coldwell Banker West Shell on Sunday, April 9 at 1 p.m. to learn about building your Madeira dream home.

This Downtown Apartment Building Has A View You Would Die For

At 115 years old, the Power Building is beginning to look like the old guy on the block. But for us historically-conscious Cincinnati folk, that’s just another reason to live there.

Best Dressed (March 2017)

Our monthly look back on who wore it best. Click to see who made the list.

An Interview With One Of The Architects Helping To Redefine The Cincy Landscape

Platte Architecture + Design is one of several firms behind the current Cincinnati Renaissance. Their portfolio is extensive and impressive.

The Gaslight District's Newest Luxury Apartments Are Here To Sweep You Off Your Feet

I love my condo. But dang, I think I might want to move into The Whitfield. These are so freaking nice.

This Greater Cincinnati Home Is A Sports Lover’s Dream

4611 Deer Run is a 5-bed, 5.2-bathroom, and over 6000-square-foot home located in Middletown. And it's on the market for $725,000.

Book Club: 10 Reads To Fill Your Spring Season With A Field Of Fresh Entertainment

Happy spring, book clubbers! The birds are singing, the sun is shining, the flowers are blooming... and I’m sneezing! It’s time to avoid the pollen and curl up with some antihistamines and good books this season. 

Why Norwood Could Be The Next Rehab Hotspot In Cincinnati

This Slane Avenue home is only the latest example of realtor and rehabber Jeff Wiliamson’s success in Norwood.

Photos: Take A Gander Inside The Impressive 580 Building

Located at 580 Walnut street in the heart of Downtown, the aptly named AT580 building is the perfect place for those who want a “live, work, and play” atmosphere. The multi-use property features modern apartments, restaurants, and office space.

Klinge Flats Is An Exciting Co-Living Space Coming To Walnut Hills

It's like your college dorm, but for adults.

In The '80s, This Nearly 130-Year-Old Covington Fire House Was Turned Into Apartments

Not everyone can say they live in a former fire house. But the folks here can.

Voltage Furniture Is Ready To Transform Your Home Into A Modern, Contemporary Masterpiece

Voltage Furniture first opened in Cincinnati in 1989 and is owned by Jeff and Julie Hinkel.

Take A Tour Inside This $1.85 Million-Dollar Hyde Park Home

2469 Grandin Rd. is a 4-bedroom, 4.5 bathroom Hyde Park home. It’s currently listed for $1.85 million.

Cincinnati Ballet’s "Bold Moves" Is Sure To Inspire Your Own Solo Dance Party

"Bold Moves" is performing at the Aronoff Center on Friday, March 17 at 8pm and Saturday, March 18 at 2pm & 8pm.

Those Of Us Who Love A Good Engagement Story Have People Like Honey Designs To Thank

Honey Designs is a custom bridal jewelry designer & proposal connoisseur here in Cincinnati.

Why You’ll Go “Gaga” Over The Cincinnati Ballet’s New Production

Cincinnati Ballet will perform "Bold Moves" March 17-18 at the Aronoff Center.

If You’re Not Looking For It, You May Miss One Of The Coolest Vintage Shops Downtown

The shop? Oh yeah, it's called Rooster.

Take a Step Into Cincy's Past at Wooden Nickel

Welcome to Wooden Nickel. It's an architectural antiques store, sure. But really, it's so much more. We're headed over to Central Parkway for a trip down history lane.

11 Questions People Are Asking About Union Terminal's Restoration

There’s a lot going on at Union Terminal, and you probably have questions. Don’t worry. We have your answers.

If You Dig Mid-Century Modern, Then You’ll Love This Walnut Hills Condo

Unit 12B at 415 Bond Place is a 2-bed, 2-bath loft located in Walnut Hills. It's currently on the market for $599,000.

Cincinnati Deserves A Great Guitar Store, And Oakley’s DHR Guitar Is It

Oakley's DHR Guitar is the guitar store Cincinnati deserves. With mid- and high-end guitars and engaging customer service, it's the best place to go for the guitar player in your life.

Why You Should Mark Your Calendar For This Month's Constella Festival

Constella Festival brings together some of the greatest artistic talents from the region, the country, and the world, to “challenge misconceptions of classical music and the performing arts.”

Jim Bronzie’s Firm Is On The Forefront Of Innovative Home Design

You might have an idea what your dream home would include, but you should take a look at what Bronzie Design + Build is doing before you settle.

A Couple Turned An 1850s OTR Building Into A Gorgeous Home

Now THIS is how you renovate an old building in a historic district!

An Interview With Jim Guthrie About A Covington Architectural Firm’s Approach To Design

Hub + Weber is responsible for designing spaces like The Hannaford, Hotel Covington, The Reserve at 4th & Race, and plenty more.

Best Dressed (February 2017)

Our monthly look back on who wore it best. Click to see who made the list.

Take A Peek Inside An Incredibly Sleek Unit At Covington’s Boone Block

One of Covington's newest hot spots is Boone Block, an 1872 building featuring reclaimed materials integrated into a sleek, 21st-century design. We went inside the newest occupied unit for a quick tour.

Your Next Brainstorming Sesh or Business Meeting Should Be At Hello Living Room In Norwood

Yes, there really is a slide. Welcome to The Living Room, Norwood's home to the coolest off-site meeting spaces.

This Couple Isn’t From Here, But Walnut Hills Has Become The Place They Call "Home"

Nick Dill is originally from Cleveland. And his wife Coral is from Vancouver. But now that they are in Cincinnati, there's no place else they'd rather be.

How A Cincy-Based Furniture Company Is Making Moving Infinitely Easier

Imagine two moving scenarios:It’s a scorching hot summer day and you’re helping your friend move into his/her 4th floor apartment, which is only accessible via a narrow staircase without air conditioning on one side of an inner-city Italianate.It’s a freez

The Phoenix Is A Restaurant, Bar, Event Venue, & Gorgeous Historic Building All In One

The Phoenix embraces its namesake by rising from the ashes of disuse to become an amazing venue for events as well as a killer restaurant and swanky bar.

A Walk Through Over-The-Rhine’s School For Creative And Performing Arts

When your child is more of a creator than a Netflixer, you send him/her to the School for Creative and Performing Arts.

A Photo Tour Of Cincinnati's Prestigious Art Academy

The Art Academy is located at 1212 Jackson Street in Over-the-Rhine.

You May Or May Not Know James Billiter, But Chances Are You Know His Artwork

The Cincinnati native shares his love of local history and design in limited-edition, hand-printed posters by illustrating an original image and incorporating headline typography.

The Ballet's Production Of King Arthur’s Camelot Will Leave You With All Of The Feels

Cincinnati Ballet brings King Arthur’s Camelot to the stage this Valentine’s Day weekend. Performances run February 10-12 at the Aronoff Center.

Macy’s Arts Sampler (Feb. 18-19) Showcases The Very Best Of The Queen City

The Queen City never shines quite like it does in February (yes, February) when ArtsWave’s Macy’s Arts Sampler comes rollin’ into town. Check out exactly what it has to offer.

This Historic House In Mt. Auburn Has Its Own Wikipedia Page

The Gorham A. Worth House is a striking, historic home on an unusually large lot in Mt. Auburn. It's so important, it has its own Wikipedia page. And for $450K, it can be yours.

Tour The Know, The OTR Performance Venue That’s Unlike Anywhere Else In Cincy

The Know Theatre of Cincinnati has been around for nearly 20 years, making historic Over-the-Rhine the home of a wide spectrum of wonderful plays. If you've never been to a show at the Know, here's a virtual peek inside.

Nothing Says Valentine's Day Like Sword Fighting, Pyrotechnics, and Betrayal

Seven reasons you should spend your Valentine’s Day at King Arthur’s Camelot

This Local Artisan Takes Unwanted Silverware And Turns It Into Gorgeous Jewelry

Hannah Thees has been collecting spoons all her life... you know, the kind with the neat, vintage, swirly details. And now, it's her business. Read on!

Best Dressed (January 2017)

Our monthly look back on who wore it best. Click to see who made the list.

The Southshore Condos Offer Some Of The Best Views Of Cincinnati, Especially This One

400 Riverboat Row Unit #701 at The SouthShore in Newport is a 2-bed, 2.5-bath condo in Newport. It's on the market for $625,000.

Charley Harper (aka Cincy's Favorite Artist) Has A Lithograph For Every Season

If you want to make a house a home, buy some Charley Harper lithographs to put on the wall. Yes, it's as simple as that.

See 19th-Century Sketches From Cincinnati's Most-Famous Architect At The Library

The architect in question? Well, duh. It's Samuel Hannaford.

The Design Of This Multi-Million Dollar Hyde Park Tudor Has Us Swooning

2555 Handasyde Avenue is a 6-bed, 7.5 bath home in Hyde Park. It's currently on the market for $1,890,000.

The Secret Behind Creating Beautiful Art Might Actually Be Wine

Since the dawn of time, wine has motivated artists to create works of fabulous and incomparable beauty. But far more often, it simply gets us drunk. After a glass or two at Cheers to Art, you'll stop caring about talent and start having fun.

Photos: A Walk Through Cincinnati’s Incredible City Hall

Cincinnati's City Hall is a masterpiece. Built in 1893, the building still serves as the epicenter of local government.

Architect John Senhauser Knows How To Create That Perfect Blend Of Clean & Contemporary

If you are a fan of clean, modern design, then keep reading. Actually, prepare to swoon. If, however, you prefer a more dramatic, Baroque aesthetic, then this might not be your cup of tea. But I still suggest you grab a scone and sit down for a few.

This Two-Story OTR Condo Has Everything You'd Want In An Inner-City Dwelling

You know the bright blue building on Main Street in OTR? Yeah, you know the one. There's an awesome two-story condo in it and it's on the market for $355,000.

These New LEED-Certified Townhouses Offer Some Of The Best Views In The City

Mt. Auburn’s view of Downtown Cincinnati is the best in the city. That’s why these new homes come with not one deck, but two. Boom!

This Anderson House Has Everything From A Movie Theater To A Poolside Solarium

The movie theater alone is jaw-dropping. So who's ready to take this amazing house off the market?