Local Legend

Local Legend

Asheville cartographer puts Western North Carolina on the map Name any trail in Western North Carolina and chances are Pete Kennedy has hiked, biked, or…

A Creative Bounty

A Creative Bounty

Autumn’s finest art and craft events  Marriage is a team sport. Ann and Sandy Batton of Batton Clayworks, an Asheville-based purveyor of beautifully functional…

Deep Dive

Deep Dive

Elaborate remodel maximizes waterfront views for an extended family Dr. Lucius B. Morse had a racking cough. That’s what pulled him away from the…

A Bug’s Life

A Bug’s Life

Brasstown metalsmith pushes the boundaries of entomology  Many people startle at the sight of a spider; most quake at the mere mention of a camel…

Of Petals & Pigments

Of Petals & Pigments

Flat Rock’s floral ​​fête continues under new ownership A painting or sculpture may last millennia if properly protected. Meanwhile, fresh-cut flowers wilt and wither…

Warm and Inviting

Warm and Inviting

(But Cool and Modern) North Asheville kitchen hits the just-right spot The eponymous lass of “Goldilocks and The Three Bears” wanders into a woodland…

Farming to Scale

Farming to Scale

Madison County grower cultivates whimsy Tiny Ridge is an eclectic town. It’s a place where children play baseball on echinacea blooms, mountaineers climb tulip…

The Head and The Heart

New construction balances classic finishes and dramatic flourishes A deep breath can change your life. Ana Sabatino learned this three years ago when she…