Growing Farmers

When it comes to farming and being good stewards of the land, we know a thing or two. Discover how modern and traditional farming are coming together to educate a new generation of farmers in Western North Carolina.

Featured PostPatrick RhyneJuly 10, 2019North Carolina farmers, growing organic, Asheville

Ripe Ideas: Summer Berry Recipes

C’mon! It’s summer and you have extra berries lying around. Time to put them to use.

FeaturesPatrick RhyneJuly 10, 2019Western North Carolina, ripe produce, ripe berreis, Asheville

How to Properly Light Your Kitchen Cabinets

It’s time to come over from the dark side. Discover how to make it happen in your kitchen.

Home of the Week: A Boone, NC, Mountain Manor

Who’s up for a mountain home with a 272-acre backyard? This home is too good to be true.

FeaturesPatrick RhyneJuly 10, 2019Boone real estate, Boone, Boone North Carolina mansion

Green Certification Focused on Air Quality

When it comes to building green, air quality is a big deal. And there’s one certification you need to know about.

15 Elements to Give Your Kitchen an Incredible Mid-Century Modern Makeover

Mid Century is all the rage, and for good reason. Those sleek lines never go out of style. Especially in the kitchen.

Home of the Week: An Asheville, NC, Tudor in Biltmore Forest

This is the kind of home that should come with a case of Scotch. Take a look and you’ll see what I mean.

FeaturesPatrick RhyneJuly 3, 2019asheville home, biltmore forest homes for sale

Bathroom Design: Experts Reveal Ways to Spruce Up This Space On a Budget

Editor's PicksPatrick RhyneJuly 3, 2019bathroom design, asheville bathrooms, bathrooms on a budget

9 Cool Paint Brands You Should Know About

Come along as we take a look at a few different paint brands that you need to keep on your radar.

What's TrendingPatrick RhyneJuly 3, 2019cool paint, asheville, need a new paint

Mistakes That Can Ruin Your July 4th Cookout - And How to Avoid Them

Don’t be that guy. You know who I’m talking about. Be ready this July 4th, as well as the rest of the summer.

Editor's PicksPatrick RhyneJuly 3, 2019July 4th, grilling, grilling mistakes on July 4th

Balsam Mountain Preserve: Staying True to the Land

Not all private communities are the same. Located right outside of Asheville, NC, Balsam Mountain Preserve continues to set the bar high.

Whole Living: Completing the Green Experience

Green 2.0 is upon us. And if you talk to Sean Sullivan, he’ll tell you living green is a wholistic approach.

FeaturesPatrick RhyneJuly 1, 2019Living Stone Design + Build, Sean Sullivan, Asheville, NAHB

Home of the Week: A Hendersonville, NC, Classic with Panoramic Views

A fantastic house in one of Western North Carolina’s best mountain towns. This home has views from every room.

FeaturesPatrick RhyneJune 26, 2019Hendersonville, Asheville, Real estate

A South Asheville Refresh

We think it’s time everyone got to know Jessica Larsen at cJem Designs. This Asheville-based architect took a home the family didn’t love and turned it into a classic.

Editor's PicksPatrick RhyneJune 26, 2019Jessica Larsen, cJem Designs, South Asheville

Six Farmhouse Backsplashes Dripping With Rural Charm

You don’t have to go out and buy a huge piece of land to get that farmhouse feel (well, not unless you really want to).

What's TrendingPatrick RhyneJune 25, 2019interior design, Asheville, farmhouse

Is There a Difference Between a Renovation and a Remodel?

You might be surprised. Either way, you’re bound to pick up a few new insights and lingo.

Ask An ExpertPatrick RhyneJune 25, 2019Asheville renovations, asheville remodeling

Homebuilding: Take the Long View When It Comes to the Economy

One month doesn’t sum up the housing market. Our advice: take the long view with the housing market.

Blue Mountains Kitchen

See how Living Stone Design + Build took a homeowner’s kitchen request and made it into something very special.

Five Questions: Thomas Platt @ Lonesome Valley

We sat down with Lonesome Valley’s new Broker-in-Charge and learned a little more about this wonderful community located in Cashiers, North Carolina.

InterviewsPatrick RhyneJune 19, 2019Lonesome Valley, Cashiers, Asheville private communities

How Much Does It Cost to Build a House? Let's Take a Look

The million dollar question. Well, it depends on the land you’re looking at it. That’s one big piece of the puzzle.

Editor's PicksPatrick RhyneJune 19, 2019building the mountains, Asheville

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