Home + Design

Loving Where You Live

Alyssa Warring of Wren House Design knows how to make a home. Article by Florence Daniels | Photography by Hold Fast Visuals Coming home a sigh is released, a bag is set down, and shoes are kicked off. Who doesn't feel a sense of relief upon coming home? Yet that sense of calm can be further enhanced in a home that is artfully designed, blending elements of contemporary style that is also tailored to your lifestyle . Alyssa Warring, owner of Wren House Design, understands this response, the...

Local Services

Flower Power

A simple touch of beauty has profound effects. Article by Florence Daniels | Photography by Hold Fast Visuals Most people, when they see a bouquet of flowers on a table, may often wonder what the occasion is. Susan Johnson of Cottage Flowers and Gifts says you shouldn't wait for a special day or event, instead she firmly believes in flowers for any day, even every day flowers. Anyone who receives flowers, argues Susan, 'even if you have a bad day, they bring joy because of why and who gave...

Life + Culture

Home Is Where Your Family Flocks

Have your chickens check in to the Chick Inn Coops. Article by Tiffany Mraz | Photography by Hold Fast Visuals At first, you might think a tiny backyard house with Victorian-style architecture, a steep gabled roof, beautiful large windows complete with a flower box and front deck is a high end “she shed”. That is until builder Alex Verkruijsse opens up the nesting boxes. “This is where they automatically know to go into and then lay their eggs.” The impressive house is a designer chicken coop...

Education

Homework That Helps

Purpose, routine, and the right space. Article by Jennifer Revolt | Photography by Jenny Kaufman We’ve all been there … homework chaos! Homework is a hotly contested issue with considerable pros and cons. Some argue that all work should be done at school and that home should be solely for family/free time. Others argue that homework has the ability to reinforce or extend and enrich what is being taught at school. No matter which side of the debate you find yourself on, I hope to share some...