Home + Design

Designed With Heart

Inside the culture of a design-build team that treats every home like their own. Article by Kari Smith | Photography by Anna Padilla; Autumn Hollifield Around Greensboro, Frye Build + Design has gained recognition for its general contracting and design services that breathe new life into old spaces. The team prides itself on preserving the charm and historical character of beloved properties throughout the city—from Irving Park and Sunset Hills to Westerwood and Starmount—while incorporating...

Home + Design

Rooted in Style

Porch-perfect designs made with love in North Carolina Article by Kari Smith | Photography by Brand and Bloom Photography Susan Campbell never imagined that casually flipping through a design magazine would lead to the launch of a brand-new business. After spending years as a stay-at-home mom and working as an optician, she found unexpected inspiration during a quiet moment of leisure, captivated by images of a sidewalk lined with boxwoods wrapped in burlap. “Wouldn’t it be cool,” she thought...

Home Services

The House That Integrity Built

Kevin Krebs brings family-first values to every shingle, sponsorship, and service call. Article by Kari Smith | Photography by Autumn Hollifield A roof is one of the most essential parts of a home: It offers safety, protection, and comfort. It also ensures structural integrity, and integrity is something Kevin Krebs knows well. As a business owner with decades of professional experience, Kevin has earned himself a trusted place in both his industry and his community. This story begins a few...

Entertainment

Meet Our Publisher, Caitlin Braxton

5 things about the woman behind these pages. Photography by Autumn Hollifield Wife: I met Michael shortly after moving to Greensboro in 2009, and we’ve called it home since. He’s truly my biggest cheerleader, best friend, and the greatest partner I could ask for. Sports mom: My weekends are spent cheering on my kids—Kinley plays soccer and travel lacrosse and Tucker keeps us busy with year-round golf through U.S. Kids Golf and PGA Jr. League. We love it! Non-profit supporter: My grandmothers...

Real Estate

Prioritizing Relationships Over Transactions

How One Local Realtor Keeps Community at the Heart of Real Estate Article by Kari Smith | Photography by Autumn Hollifield In an industry often driven by numbers and transactions, Evan Essick of the Essick Realty Team, a division of NextHome Triad Realty, has reimagined the role of a realtor as something more community-minded. Beyond showing listings and closing deals, Evan is focused on weaving newcomers into the fabric of the Triad, transforming what can feel like an isolating process into a...