Reflection of Place
byUnique water feature establishes a Biltmore Forest build Mike and Ellen Hainen wanted mountains — “but not cold mountains,” says Ellen. The couple is…
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More Minimal
byDesigner appointed her dream career piece by piece Valery Huffenus began her interior-design career as an assistant at a Decorating Den Interiors franchise in New Jersey….
View Finder
byFlat Rock resident displays a century’s worth of cameras Even on a drizzly day, the view through the floor-to-ceiling windows that form the rear…
Dream Weaver
byWith her keen eye for detail, creative spirit, and easy candor, designer Jenna Nelson has been an integral part of the team at Cheryl…
All Aboard: Timber-frame house will resemble a vintage train depot
byTimber-frame construction — a method of building that utilizes large posts and beams — has a long history dating to ancient Egypt. Some of…
Craftsman-home expert to speak at 37th National Arts and Crafts Conference in Asheville
byAsheville’s Omni Grove Park Inn will convene the 37th National Arts and Crafts Conference in mid February. The heritage event celebrates the movement of…
The Cinematic Approach
by“A good house always starts with a good client,” says architect Ross Smith, referring to his firm’s recent design/build project, slated for Hamburg Mountain…
Turning Places into Spaces
byKelly McCullough’s boutique is full of curated small treasures, but for this interior designer, rooms are much more than just the objects that fill…
Heroes of Horticulture
byAbra Lee headlines Asheville’s annual gardening symposium The Speaking of Gardening Symposium will convene its 24th annual event in August, with a two-day lecture…
To the Nines
byHarry and Joe Deaton have all the fun (and fabrics) When Harrietta “Harry” Deaton stages a home for sale, she doesn’t just position a couple…