No matter what your political affiliation is, there is no denying the architecture and design scene in DC. With boutiques and independently owned shops blanketing its neighborhoods, you can find anything for your home from antique treasures to mid-century modern classics. When you visit, you’ll also enjoy the varied architecture throughout the city- historic buildings and homes can be found in Queen Anne, Georgian Revival, Beaux-Arts, Victorian, and Federalist styles.

Visit Vastu for refined modern treasures for the urbanite:

I love architectural salvage! The Brass Knob is the perfect place to go if you’re restoring your home to its original beauty, or want to add an interesting piece to your interior:

And Beige is one-stop shopping for contemporary classics:

(Images via Vastu, The Brass Knob, And Beige)