http://ndm.si.edu
The Cooper Hewitt Design Museum in New York.

http://www.gamblehouse.org
A spectacular example of American Arts and Crafts 
architecture by Greene and Greene.

http://www.topicmag.com
Theme-oriented magazine featuring fresh voices on current topics. 

http://www.grandsons.com
A fabulous local roots-rock band

http://www.48hourfilm.com
A DC-based local film festival that has grown to international acclaim.

http://www.la-societe-du-the.com
An online source for fine quality teas from all over the world.

http://www.icehotel.com
Ever fascinating concept for a hotel in Lapland, Sweden.
It is built every year by skilled artisans out of ice and melts 
down every spring, allowing for complete reinvention the 
following winter.  If anyone has stayed there please share 
your experiences!