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Every once in a while—and specifically, this weekend—we binge on new aesthetic ideas in Chicago.

Billed as the “Quilt Capital of the World,” Paducah shreds homey preconceptions of the folk art, showcasing new-wave materials and eye-popping pieces that are solidly 21st century.

Chatham Home’s Hope Harsin resurrected a 1910 church in Ransom Place with classic refinishes, antique finds, and family heirlooms.

More proof that Brown County epitomizes down-home Hoosierama.

You know there’s a woman in your life who needs this. Plus, the coolest local Halloween gear, just in time for this weekend’s fun.

It’s the secret no one wants to talk about: Many couples prefer to sleep apart. Mini masters attempt to solve that.

Thanks to popular demand and craft-friendly tweaks to Indiana’s blue laws, the county has a brewpub and production brewery, two distilleries, and two new winery tasting rooms, all opened in recent years.

The mix of pastoral charm and sophisticated urban style is a definite reflection of the times. Even the most rustic elements have polish.

“I kind of embrace the American workwear look. I like clothes that are classic and cool … sharp and comfortable. I like American workwear because it’s built to last, and it also ages beautifully.”

Ohio’s capital was already getting serious national buzz for its creative appeal when the Columbus Museum of Art completed a major expansion last year.

“Some kids don’t thrive in traditional classrooms, but in this environment, where they can be creative and interactive, they realize skills they didn’t know they had, like designing products and ideas.”

Next to the scenery, the ruts, bumps, and potholes are what a lot of folks like about the drive—it feels like quintessential Brown County. By this time next year, though, the ride should be smoother.

A trained artist steeped in Impressionism’s celebration of plein air painting and vivid colors, Selma Steele brought a designer’s sensibility to the landscaping and planting of hillsides and meadows on the property.

Salt-washed flannel, coated denim, salvaged wood, and other stuff we’re digging right this minute.

Our fair city is a good one in which to lay your weary head, say readers of Condé Nast Traveler.