A stone-cold trend that’s undeniably hot right now. By Taylor Von Herbulis Faux or real, stones seem to be the design object of choice lately. The intricate detailing and texture of stone is hard to resist. Used as a print or three dimensional object, these stone inspired elements add a layer of interest to any…
In our “Meet the Maker” series, we’ll introduce you to local personalities from each of the towns where Nest offices are located. In our technology driven world, it’s nice to meet people who are still physically making tactile things by hand. These makers enrich our communities and color the landscape of our towns. For this installment, we visit…
Give Your Home A Hip, Hotel Vibe Last week, we shared our House Tour: A Dapper Dwelling. Did you love the look? You can bring a bit of JTW Design Style into your home by following along with our shopping guide! MIRROR Modern White Convex Mirror by Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams, $924, mgbwhome.com TRAY TABLE Formosa White…
An Anything But Average Bachelor Pad TEXT by Jasmine Bible + PHOTOGRAPHY by Bonnie Sen When interior designer Jessica Taylor Williamson of JTW Design was approached by her client, his end goal was clear—a home that felt, “put together and well designed.” The path to getting there was a bit more complicated. The young bachelor had just…
You only get one chance at a first impression, so make it a great one! Is your home ready for a refresh? This contemporary home in Blacksburg, Virginia feels fresh and modern thanks to industrial materials and purposeful landscaping. Copy this look to enhance your curb appeal! In this installment of “First Impressions” we were lucky enough…
A Holiday Dinner Alternative The task of preparing a full turkey dinner at Thanksgiving or other elaborate holiday meal can feel overwhelming. This holiday season, why not try something a little different? After all, you don’t have to live in the Lowcountry to enjoy a low-country boil. We asked the Brokers from our Wilmington, North…
On October 29,2016, Charlottesville’s local newspaper, The Daily Progress, ran a wonderful article about the stunning and historic Castle Hill. “Late one morning in the first week of October, Ray Humiston stands on the back porch of his Albemarle County home — better known to the public as Castle Hill — taking in the view of…
Forget the tacky, outdated wallpapers of the past. Today’s wallpapers are fresh, vivid, and impactful. Are you considering adding wallpaper to your home? Not sure where to start? As a general rule, soft patterns work well in large rooms, and vibrant patterns work well in small spaces like powder rooms and hallways. Anything wild works as an…
Discovering groovy, vintage, classic, and historical institutions. Text by Jasmine Bible + Photography by Susan Kalergis We set out to find intriguing stories of the past and present—establishments who honor the past while writing their own history. In our search, we found new businesses in old buildings, and old-school businesses in new buildings. Join us…
Discovering groovy, vintage, classic, and historical institutions. Text by Jasmine Bible + Photography by Susan Kalergis We set out to find intriguing stories of the past and present—establishments who honor the past while writing their own history. In our search, we found new businesses in old buildings, and old-school businesses in new buildings. Join us…