Less is More in Leicester
byThere are many good reasons why a home in the mountains of Western North Carolina is often referred to as a “retreat.” But for…
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A New Formula
byHe calls it the “Cartesian House” for the mathematical theory that informed it: a system of coordinates for locating a point in space by…
Creative Flow
byIt’s not a spot that would immediately appear to be an ideal home site — but, then again, sculptor Dave Taylor is well versed…
Material Difference
byAnthony Brenner is a man with a mission: he’s out to change the way we build houses. In particular, what we use to build…
The Fun House
byThe first thing that strikes you about Kerry Griffin is her smile. Megawatt. Sparkling with charm. She greets you at the door accompanied by…
The Flat Rock Designer Showhouse
byFifteen design teams participated in the 2010 Flat Rock Designer Showhouse, held at Saluda Cottages. The event was a benefit for Historic Flat Rock,…
Harmonic Convergence
by[metaslider id=2279] From the moment they set foot on the mountaintop property, Ron and Nancy Edgerton could hear its music—the wind rustling through…
A Magical Place
byRemember when you were a kid and you imagined the house you would live in when you were all grown up? It would be…
Flight of Fancy
byMany folks believe that old houses retain an imprint — a memory, if you will — of the people who have lived within their…
Finding Common Ground
byThere’s something exceptionally sweet about finding your mate a bit later in life. You know yourself well: what you like; what you want. You’ve…