Ursa Major

Ursa Major

Dentist is an enthusiastic collector of black-bear art and accessories By: Storme Smith Dr. Usama “Uzi” Kamal, owner of Black Bear Dental in Hendersonville,…

Grow, Develop, Dazzle

Grow, Develop, Dazzle

The Dahlia Ridge Trail makes a school legacy interactive By: Carolyn Kemmett “Fitzy’s Dark Angel” isn’t a band name, and “Speckled” and “Cornel” aren’t…

The Freewheeling Biologist

The Freewheeling Biologist

By: Storme Smith Potter uses scientific techniques to create original work Brad Worden, a scientist turned potter, has found his niche in the Asheville area’s…

With a Warm Finish

With a Warm Finish

By: Carolyn Emmett Maggie Valley designer embraces the mountain vernacular As a young girl growing up in Orlando, Kym Smith lovingly sewed curtains, bedding,…

Family Tree

Family Tree

Style is relative among the designers at long-time local furniture store By: Alison Fields Yesterday’s Tree has been an Asheville institution for more than…

Confident Commotion

Confident Commotion

Pattern and Decoration movement still loudly proclaims its relevance By: Carolyn Kemmett The work and ideas put forth by the envelope-pushing artists of the…

A New Idea Blooms

A New Idea Blooms

Horticulture “imagineers” install new exhibit at NC Arboretum By: Margaret Butler Ibo Gülsen never envisioned working with flowers. An international project consultant from the…