Virginia Wines: What to Sip and Serve this Holiday Season October 31, 2015 Rory Rhodes Virginia has a storied wine history dating back to Thomas Jefferson, who called wine “a necessary... Continue reading
Distinctive Holiday Decor: New Home Inspires Novel Look October 31, 2015 Rory Rhodes Decorating for the holidays is not just about putting up twinkle lights or Santas or Nativity scenes;... Continue reading
COMPOST: Mother Nature’s Recycling Program September 1, 2015 Rory Rhodes With its abundance of falling leaves and fading perennials, autumn is a natural time of year to start... Continue reading
Light & Bright: A Classic Home Gets a Splash of Sunlight September 1, 2015 Rory Rhodes Tucked in a tree-shaded street of South Roanoke is the home of Paula and Jay Irons. A cream-colored... Continue reading
Family Home Full Of Heart And History May 31, 2015 Rory Rhodes You could easily drive by the entrance to the Chisoms’ historic home in Daleville without knowing... Continue reading
All About Sunrooms: Find Your Place in the Sun March 31, 2015 Rory Rhodes With spring’s fair weather and longer days, creatures of all kinds emerge from their winter quiet... Continue reading
Plush Meets Perfect: How to Choose an Area Rug January 31, 2015 Rory Rhodes For several decades in the 20th century, wall-to-wall carpeting was the modern standard of luxury... Continue reading
Party Fouls: How to Clean Up the Most Common Party Messes October 31, 2014 Rory Rhodes I will never forget the time I was invited to a Bunco party at a swanky home on a golf course. As... Continue reading
Time For A Tune-Up: Caring for Your Garden Tools August 31, 2014 Rory Rhodes Fall can be a busy time in the garden. Cooler weather means cleaning up the vestiges of summer blooms... Continue reading