Marianne Francis
Passionflower with purple and white filaments surrounding its colorful center.

July 2026

"Everything that slows us down and forces patience, everything that sets us back into the slow circles of nature, is a help. Gardening is an instrument of grace." — May Sarton

 

Art: At 84, This Radical Artist is a Dior Muse

Older woman in a dark jacket, partly obscured by red patterned fabric.

Lynda Benglis redefined sculpture in the 1960s. No longer overlooked, her audacious talent moves from museums to runways, transformed by Dior’s Jonathan Anderson.

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Botany: A NW Favorite: Hydrangeas

Bright pink hydrangea blooms surrounded by green leaves.

An insider’s look at the care and cultivation of one of our favorite summer bloomers.

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Design: Architecture Design Award Winners 2026

Modern building with sculptural arches and a reflecting pool at dusk

A compelling showcase of outstanding global work across residential, commercial, cultural, sustainable, and adaptive-reuse architecture.

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Partner with a true standout. Marianne Francis elevates every step of the process with refined expertise, unwavering dedication, and a client-first approach that sets a new standard.

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