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Finding Beauty in the In Between

How Jessie Summerville of Mochuelo Designs Turned Life Transitions Into Handcrafted Meaning Article by Jessie Summerville | Photography by Provided The moment life grows quiet is often when creativity finally has room to speak. For Jessie Summerville, founder and designer of Mochuelo Designs, that quiet arrived unexpectedly. After decades spent raising children, working as a registered nurse and building beloved Franklin businesses, the sudden shift into an empty nest created both space and...

Home + Design

Unlocking the Power of Your Home

Everything You Need to Know About HELOCs Article by Southeast Financial Credit Union | Photography by Provided To shed light on the ins and outs of Home Equity Lines of Credit, commonly known as HELOCs, we sat down with Tammy Robinson, Assistant Vice President, Mortgage Lending at Southeast Financial Credit Union*. Her insights offer a clear and practical perspective on this powerful lending tool, how it works, and how homeowners can make the most of their home’s value for a range of financial...

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Three Home Investments that Reveal Hidden Damage

Article by Sheila Johnson | Photography by Provided Unexpected bumps in the road of renovation can be a blessing. Homeowners rarely go looking for water in the basement or mold in the crawl space. When problems under the home reveal themselves during remodeling, they can be solved as part of the bigger plan rather than evolving into their own, more expensive repair project. Floor replacement The decision to replace flooring in the home opens a world of possibilities, and there's a thrill...

Arts + Culture

Laugh Out Loud

The Nashville Comedy Festival Returns To Nashville For Its 12th Year Article by Maria Dinoia | Photography by Provided Nashville has long been known as a city that does live entertainment better than almost anywhere else in the country. But for 11 days each spring, the spotlight shifts from the musical stage to the mic stand, as the Nashville Comedy Festival takes over six venues across Music City. Now in its 12th year, the festival is put on by Outback Presents, the Nashville-based promoter...

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Energy Resiliency and Powering What’s Next

Inside LightWave’s 20-Year Journey Empowering Energy Independence Article and Photography by Provided With our region still reeling from the ice of Winter Storm Fern, one company stands apart in delivering true resiliency solutions. This year, LightWave marks its 20th anniversary, a rare milestone in the distributed solar market and a testament to a business built on patience, integrity and long-term thinking. That mindset is designed into every home microgrid project, helping power hundreds...

Food + Beverage

Rooted in Goodness

The Family Values Behind Azure Standard Come to Spring Hill Article by Spencer Askew | Photography by Provided When David Stelzer talks about Azure Standard, he doesn’t start with numbers, growth charts, or business strategies. He starts with the soil. In the 1950s, his family farm in rural Oregon looked much like every other farm in America. They relied on chemical fertilizers, hoping to fight pests and boost yields. But over time, the soil weakened, and so did the family’s health. “Those...

Real Estate

Every Great Builder Has a Beginning

Defatta Custom Homes Article by David DeFatta | Photography by Provided The story of DeFatta Custom Homes begins not with a showcase property or a grand opening, but with a quiet conviction formed around a dining room table and carried forward with intention. DeFatta Custom Homes was founded in 2007 by Joe DeFatta and his son, David DeFatta, while David was still in college. What began as a family venture quickly became something deeper than a career path. It became a calling rooted in...

Real Estate

Rooted Where It Matters

Chris Fumia on Community, Trust, and Defining Home in Middle Tennessee Article by Chris Fumia | Photography by Provided By the time Chris Fumia arrived in Middle Tennessee, he did not feel like he was starting over. He felt like he was coming home. Long before real estate became his profession, Fumia’s life was shaped by the rhythms of family, tradition, and connection. Growing up in California he was surrounded by constant conversation and a deeply ingrained sense of loyalty. Those early...

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The True Measure of Home Value

Inside Gray Fox Realty’s data driven approach to pricing homes in Thompson’s Station and Spring Hill Article by Bill Lurwick Every spring, just as dogwoods bloom and moving trucks begin to appear on neighborhood streets, one question quietly takes center stage for homeowners across Middle Tennessee: What is my home really worth? For Bill Lurwick of Gray Fox Realty, that question is not only familiar, but also foundational. February and March mark the moment when sellers shift from planning to...

Home + Design

The Top 7 Kitchen Design Trends Shaping Franklin Homes in 2026

Article by Bryan Sebring | Photography by Provided Franklin, where timeless architecture meets modern living, homeowners are rethinking how their kitchens look, feel, and function. No longer just a place to cook, today’s kitchens are social hubs, design statements, and sometimes even offices (because emails apparently need answering while water boils). As a design-build professional working closely with Franklin homeowners, I see trends evolve not just from glossy magazines, but from how...