Scandinavian design centers on clean lines, simplicity, comfort, light, and a strong connection to nature. By virtue of the location and climate of Scandinavian countries, the people spend a lot of time inside and cherish a minimal approach which combines function, beauty and comfort. Natural materials, an open floor plan, white or neutral color palettes, wood-burning fireplaces and abundant windows are the hallmarks of these houses. New River Valley native Michelle Gandhi and her Indian-born husband Pinakin Gandhi knew from …
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Lest you think electric vehicles have come to the market recently, consider that Studebaker designed and produced an electric car in 1902, designed by none-other-than Thomas Alva Edison. Two years later, their …
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If only the path to career success and happiness – trumpet fanfare included – was a straight line. Imagine knowing, with a peaceful certainty, when you launched, you would land exactly where …
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Best wardrobe pieces: Winter jacket, mittens, waterproof boots, heavy socks, turtleneck, warm hat with pompom on top, long thick scarf, cable crew sweater, flannel lined jeans, long wool or flannel skirt. For …
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What child – or adult(?) – doesn’t crane his or her neck to get a look at a barn and perhaps glimpse a horse or cows, sheep, goats or llamas. Barns capture …
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Maybe you just moved here from a big bustling metropolis. Maybe you just moved from the next town over. Or maybe you’ve actually been here for years! Whatever your story, you’re welcome …
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You know what they say, “when one door closes … go ahead and decorate it!” (They do say that, right?) At the pinnacle of symbolism, a door is a passageway, a transition …
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Largemouth, smallmouth and spotted bass are the most popular game fish in North America. Besides those, the New River also supports rock bass, striped bass, hybrid striped bass and white bass. Everything …
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2 whole cleaned trout 1 Tbl. olive oil, divided pinch each of coarse sea salt + pepper 1/2 lemon, thinly sliced 1/2 sweet onion, thinly sliced 1 clove garlic, minced 2 sprigs …
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The scene is iconic. Maybe even reminiscent of a favorite Looney Tunes cartoon. A red and white checkered blanket weighted down by a basket of food and noshing friends. In the foreground …