The Keeping Room: Old-Fashioned Concept, Modern-Day Comfort
Recently a friend gave me a tour of her new custom-built home. “And here’s the keeping room,” she...
The Garden Shed: Meet the Garage’s Sophisticated Cousin
Several years ago, after driving over the weed whacker as I pulled my car into the garage, flinging...
Farm to Fork: A Bounty of Local Food Options
So much of our home life flourishes as a result of what takes place at the dinner table—at least...
Lakeside Living at its Finest
When Polly and Doug Fikse faced an empty nest, they did not downsize; they expanded. “When we built...
Accent Tables: Accessorize with Style
Okay, I will admit this in print: I have a shoe obsession. I know, I know—it is a common thing among...
Garden Day Blooms
Roanoke College President’s Residence
An eye-popping border of yellow and white pansies and tulips...
Home Libraries: Creating the Perfect Reading Spot
Just up the road in Charlottesville, Thomas Jefferson’s “book room” at Monticello epitomizes what...
Family Friendly: The Comforts of Home Take Shape for the Link Family
Angie Link’s dream home included plenty of living space, lots of light and a dwelling designed for...
Make Room for Rover: Is Your Home Ready for a Pet?
Gavin and Kelsey LeBel recently welcomed a Shih Tzu puppy named Otis into their family. “My family...
Preparing Your Garden for Spring
As the days grow warmer, brighter and longer, many of us crave a nutrient-rich, flavorful, homegrown...
