The Pearl of Kenmure
Prize renovation is alive with imaginative choices Over the course of her 30-year career, Betsy Edwards has appointed palatial vacation homes for big-name musicians….
Something Old, Something New
Innovative build captures a stunning bend in the French Broad River The French Broad has never played by the rules. It doesn’t have to: At…
Stop and Look Around
Cinematic home exudes A-list luxury and innovation “You can never go too far,” said Ferris Bueller, the carpe-diem character who animated the namesake teen movie. As…
Dream Weaver
With her keen eye for detail, creative spirit, and easy candor, designer Jenna Nelson has been an integral part of the team at Cheryl…
Raising the Bar(stool)
In many custom kitchens, the island barstools take a back seat — they’re necessary, of course, but usually not the main idea. In this…
Joe Bruneau’s Baskets are an Enchanting Blend of Utility and Aesthetics
Forty years ago, Joe Bruneau happened to take a weekend craft course to enhance his studies as an art major at Warren Wilson College….
All Aboard: Timber-frame house will resemble a vintage train depot
Timber-frame construction — a method of building that utilizes large posts and beams — has a long history dating to ancient Egypt. Some of…
Growing Out of Sight
Most who visit Biltmore are familiar with the sprawling 4,000 acres that encompass the grand house, the floral gardens and conservatory, the winery, and…
Craftsman-home expert to speak at 37th National Arts and Crafts Conference in Asheville
Asheville’s Omni Grove Park Inn will convene the 37th National Arts and Crafts Conference in mid February. The heritage event celebrates the movement of…
Blue Ridge Blankets Project Promotes the Regional Fiber Economy
Every night, Sharon and Seth Dubuc count sheep — 140, to be exact. The mental exercise isn’t a way of remedying insomnia but rather…
Reems Creek Estate is Crowned by a Stylish, Net-Zero Home
This jewel of a mountaintop home boasts 360-degree views, an easy-living interior, and sophisticated finishes. The residence, owned by a physician and his wife,…
The Choreography of Clay
Asheville ceramics artist Mary LaBianca, proprietor of Tiny Mountain Clay, holds an MFA from Mills College and worked as a choreographer and dance teacher…