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Many of us are looking for some fresh inspiration for our tried-and-true routines. If you carry your lunch to work each day or pack one for someone else, this edition’s Culinary Corner is the article for you! We’ve got several new recipes, specially designed to travel well, plus a few cute containers to help you better enjoy your lunch al desko.

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We’ve got a few hints about taking care of your hard-working lawn tools and we’ll acquaint you with a few outdoor plants that might not be on your radar.

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features Luxury O u tdoor Cooking

Take your grilling game to the next level

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Yo u Need a Bench !

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20 H u nting f or Treas u re Collecting oyster plates

26 Wood Floors Keeping them beautiful

30 I n t rodu c t ions in t he Garden Get to know five unique plants

64 I t 's in t he B ag Fresh ideas for toteable lunches

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60 A Tast e o f t h e Orien t DĂŠcor with an Asian influence is always in style

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Grills and Thrills Cook Year-Round with New Choices in Luxury Equipment

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Cooking out is a staple of American life that can be counted on to bring together family, friends and community for a meal, camaraderie and memory making. Like most traditions, though, backyard dining has evolved over time…and it continues to do so, as outdoor cooking equipment has grown in both its functionality and its sophistication.

Just as charcoal pits once gave way to gas grills on wheels, a new breed of rugged but luxurious cookware is now making its way onto patios, decks and docks, injecting new life into the backyard cookout. These tools include Italian brick wood-fired pizza ovens, stand-alone smokers, Kamado grills and professional built-in gas grills outfitted with rotisserie motors, warming ovens and multiple side burners, along with all the requisite prep and cleanup necessities.

Now, if you believed that these high-end tools were staples in the architecturally designed and mason-installed outdoor kitchens of the rich and famous, you’d have been right—at least until about two years ago. It was then that prices on these appliances started to drop, making them more affordable for the larger population.

And just in time: According to the 2014 State of the Industry Report released by the American Hearth, Patio and Barbecue Association, Americans increasingly want to cook out not just during the summer months, but throughout the year, with Thanksgiving, New Year’s, Super Bowl Sunday and Easter among the most popular days for a feast cooked in the backyard. And nearly half of grill owners see their outdoor grilling area as a functional cooking area of their home.

“We definitely see more and more people looking to cook, eat and entertain outside as much as possible, and as that trend has taken hold, manufacturers are coming out with professionalgrade products that are in a wider range of price points,” explains Sarah Burns, showroom manager for Ferguson Bath, Kitchen and Lighting Gallery in Roanoke. “So even if you don’t have a multimillion dollar home or a $60,000 budget, you can still have the professional outdoor grilling and entertaining experience.” r vhomemaga zine .com

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If your to-do list has always included a plan to do more outdoor entertaining, it might be tempting to run out and grab the latest smoker or pick up an upgrade to that five-year-old grill that takes too long to start and cooks unevenly.

Keep in mind, however, that professional outdoor equipment is an investment for the long haul. Unlike commodity products sold off the shelves of big box stores, professional grills and other outdoor cooking tools are built for the more serious outdoor chef, and built to last. They provide more innovative, reliable and high-quality cooking functionality and performance than lesser-priced grills, and use durable, outdoor-rated materials like stainless steel, cast brass and ceramic that come with lifetime warranties. For this reason, you should plan to put in as much research rigor and planning as you would when investing in any other major home appliance.

“Grills and smokers and other tools are not one-size-fits-all products,” says Mike Koon, Ferguson’s appliance manager in Roanoke. He recommends that you—in consultation with any other outdoor chefs in the family—first take time to percolate over the following considerations: 13

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hat kind of cook are you? With professional outdoor W equipment, no culinary style is off-limits, so allow yourself to dream beyond the typical backyard menu of hot dogs and barbecued ribs. Ask yourself: What kinds of dishes do I really like and want to serve? With today’s options, you can bake, fry, boil, broil, grill, blacken, smoke and rotisserie almost any kind of meat, fish, shellfish, vegetables, fruits, stews and even desserts—so take time to match your cooking preferences with outdoor appliance functionality.

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hat kind of entertainer are you? Do you routinely host W 100+ people or just your extended family and a few neighbors? With outdoor cooking equipment, size does matter, especially if you want to serve to everyone at once rather than in shifts. For this reason, capacity and cook surface area should be key considerations when choosing any cooking appliance. Another factor: How often do you cook and when? This will help you decide whether to go with built-in or freestanding equipment that can be transported to other locations.

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hat’s the flow? Think through how your guests naturally W mingle in relation to your cooking and serving preferences, as well as your seating layout and the local elements (like wind patterns and shady spots in your backyard). What types of cooking do you plan on doing, and where and how will you prep and serve food? All of these questions are especially important if you’re leaning toward investing in a built-in grill, a pizza oven or permanent serving and cleaning stations.

The Grill’s the Thing

The grill has been—and always will be—the heart of the outdoor cooking experience. Thus, a decision to upgrade to a ceramic Kamado grill like the Big Green Egg or a professional 14

gas grill pretty much guarantees you an ongoing return on your investment. The payoff? Great food for years to come.

Let’s start with the Kamado grill, which is based on the coaland wood-fired ovens and stoves used in Japan for the last few thousand years. Though relatively small in size, it will turn out some big flavors at your next outdoor celebration.

Priced anywhere from $500 to $4,000, these unique outdoor appliances are typically made from ceramic or natural stone materials, which allows chefs to achieve the very high and very low temperatures needed to both grill and smoke meats and vegetables. The Kamado grill brings real versatility and efficiency to the outdoor chef, providing an easy ability to whip up everything from breakfast and dinner entrees to appetizers and desserts. Its small, round form also means you can easily load it up into the SUV and take it on the road for beach parties and tailgating.

Though different Kamado grill products might look a lot alike, you’ll find variations among the growing options on the market.

The Big Green Egg is the most famous—and most popular— product available, thanks to its relatively low price, durability and range of sizes, including one large enough to cook an extratubby turkey at Thanksgiving. However, other manufacturers have recently chimed in with some real innovation. For instance, Primo now offers an oval-shaped Kamado grill with a dividable firebox that allows outdoor chefs to double up and perform both direct and indirect cooking. Other products stand out for unique materials, heavy-duty construction and some useful extras like side tables, electric starter systems, wheel carts and removable ash catchers.

Then, of course, there’s the professional gas grill, powered by natural gas or propane, which can be purchased as a built-in or stand-alone model. An investment starts at around $2,500 and rises from there based on the cook surface and the number of burners involved, and how many other cooking functions and features you need.

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You should buy as much grill as your budget allows, says Koon, but even if your budget is tight, you won’t go wrong if you stick with this product class. Just like choosing between a BMW and a Mercedes-Benz, you’re still going to get luxury value even if you ultimately go with a model at the lower end of the price spectrum.

“Even the less expensive professional grills are going to give you a cooking performance and a durability that is way superior to any commodity grill,” explains Koon.

That’s because these grills allow you the ability to fire up, fine-tune and maintain your grill’s power as needed to deliver a perfectly-cooked and perfectlytimed meal. Heat zone separators allow you to isolate cooking zones so you can cook different foods at the same time without burning or undercooking your items. Temperatures have enough range that they can be turned down low enough to gently grill fruits and vegetables but high enough to sear a large roast and lock in its juices before switching to a slow roast.

And most high-end gas grills come with specialized briquettes, sometimes referred to as “flame-tamers,” that distribute heat evenly across the grill, improve safety and enhance food flavoring. “You can set your grill at a medium-low temperature, grill 30 burgers at a time, and never get the first flame-up,” Koon says. “And your temperatures are very consistent, from one end to the other across the grill, so you don’t have hot spots and cold spots.”

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Professional gas grills also offer the little extra utilities that can make a big difference in the cooking experience. As an example, professional gas grills made by Lynx, a leading manufacturer, come standard with halogen grill-surface lights so you don’t have to bring out the flashlight to see your food; a “hot surface” ignition switch that relies on a hot element positioned directly above the burner port to ignite the burner quickly, easily and safely; and cast brass burners that maintain their cooking temperature even if a cold breeze suddenly kicks up.

From this foundation, power grillers can start to add specialized cooking capabilities. You can get extra burners, including those with a high-enough BTU output for cooking large pots of steamed crabs or wintertime stews. Many professional grills will also come with a varying-sized smoker box, as well as ovens or fire-grilling drawers that enable you to bake bread, pizza and desserts such as cakes and cookies. Other options include an internal motorized rotisserie bar for slow-roasting chicken, flat surfaces for cooking scrambled eggs, pancakes and grilled vegetables, and warming racks that allow you to keep food hot and ready to serve while you mingle with guests.

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The fine art of “smoking,” a slow-cooking process with its own unique flavoring, has become so popular that it’s really become a culture all to itself, according to Koon. “Some people nowadays like to smoke more than grill, so they are willing to invest more heavily in large capacity, stand-alone smokers, which allow them to cook different cuts of meats, like briskets, shoulders, loins and other meats,” he says. “You can get a smoke box within your professional grill, but if you are routinely cooking for large

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crowds of people and you’re trying to get large volumes of food out at the same time, then a stand-alone smoker is optimal.”

Products are differentiated by a lot more than just size, however. Higher-quality smokers can cost anywhere from $400 to $10,000 and come with different power options, including wood, charcoal, propane, wood pellets and electricity.

Some come with wheels and are portable, while others are too heavy (weighing up to 500 pounds) to move anywhere. The serious smoker, Koon says, will likely opt for an appliance with multiple shelves so they can cook different meats at the same time.

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Feeling more in the mood for pizza than smoked pork? You can still keep the party outside, thanks to a rekindled interest in baking with wood-fired outdoor pizza ovens.

Koon notes that he is working with a customer who recently imported a $20,000 brick-lined, real-deal pizza oven from Italy, but you don’t have to reach that deep into your wallet to enjoy an Old World, lawn-side pizza experience.

As backyard baking grows in popularity, “a lot of manufacturers are coming out with ovens that are smaller and more affordable but still have the brick lining and the high temperatures and functionality you get from the higher-end pizza ovens,” says Burns.

These ovens can be found for anywhere from $2,500 to $6,500. However, by relying on brick, ceramic or more modern alternative insulation materials, they can still achieve the very high hearth and dome temperatures needed to bake the perfect pizza—not to mention bread, roasts, fish, potatoes and vegetables. What’s more, the pizza oven’s ability to retain heat long after the pizza is done makes it a great source for cooking side orders of soups, stews and beans.

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You can enhance your outdoor cooking capabilities with piecemeal purchases based on your personal preferences and budgets. However, if you’ve long aspired to have a nicely designed, integrated outdoor kitchen, your dream has arrived… ready to assemble out of a box.

Lynx just introduced its new Sedona line of turnkey outdoor kitchens. These products are available in varying sizes, but they all feature a professional grill and an outdoor-rated refrigerator built into a freestanding island. The island comes in a choice of finishes and colors and includes a wraparound area large enough R o a n o ke Va l l e y h o m e F a l l 2 0 1 4

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to be used for seating or serving areas. The product also features outdoor-rated electrical outlets and USB charging ports.

“For less than $10,000 and less than half a day of installation time, you’ve got a functional outdoor kitchen that looks very custom and that can be fully enjoyed,” Burns says, noting that the product comes with all the required ventilation, lighting, plumbing, gas and electrical hookups.

This type of setup isn’t for everyone. Those who have specialized cooking preferences or entertain for large crowds will still look to other products, but for those who want to enjoy basic outdoor entertaining throughout the year, this outdoor kitchen in a box offers quite a lot of bang for the buck, says Burns. Moreover, because it’s actually installed into the basic infrastructure of the house, the price can be absorbed in an original mortgage or refinance.

“It really comes down to choice, and we’re seeing so much of it right now,” she says.

“The more people want to cook and entertain outdoors, the more they’re going to find high-quality products that meet their preferences and their budgets. There’s a little something available for everyone.”

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Antique Oyster Plates Collecting pearls for your china cabinet

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It’s autumn and we’re quickly heading into “the ‘R’ months,” that time of year when oysters are considered to be at their best. While oysters themselves are not known for their good looks, the plates they were once served upon are. And southerners from Alexandria to Savannah and all the way down to N’awlins just love displaying them in their china hutches and on their walls. They’re a throwback to genteel times—and they happen to look terrific mixed in with stylish, modern décor.

Much like the shellfish they once served, antique oyster plates are a delicacy.

The heyday of the oyster plate was during the Victorian era, between 1810 and 1870. When well-traveled American hostesses noted that oysters were a mainstay on menus abroad, they began serving them back home by the plateful.

In fact, the oyster craze was so prolific that by World War I, oysters were so over-harvested that they threatened to become extinct. As the oyster trend began to wane, so too did the need for an oyster plate. r vhomemaga zine .com

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Most antique oyster plates, usually made of porcelain or pottery, feature several recessed wells and are beautifully hand-painted with ocean-themed designs of sea creatures, often of the bivalves themselves. A marked improvement on the saltines-andshot glasses some folks serve from today!

Antique oyster plates can be found in a range of $75 to $500 per plate, sometimes more. Most favored by collectors is “majolica” pottery. Majolica is a type of glazed earthenware pottery, not a brand. It is usually brightly colored and features hand-painted, realistic scenes from nature. Majolica pottery’s origins come from Majorca, an island near Spain, but its style has been copied and reproduced in countries all over the world for hundreds of years. Common manufacturers of Victorian majolica include Minton, Wedgwood, Haviland, Limoges, Quimper and George Jones and Sons. For collectors, the most highly sought oyster plates come from France.

There are three basic shapes for oyster plates: geometric, kidney-shaped, and a special five-mold configuration nicknamed “the turkey.” Geometric plates feature a perfect circle of six oyster molds arranged in a ring with a space in the center for condiments. Kidney-shaped oyster plates refer to the shape of the plate itself, which is somewhat crescent-shaped. When the mollusk-holding depressions on an oyster plate are arranged in the piled-upon look of an oyster bed, this is called “the turkey” because, when viewed another way, the configuration resembles a turkey.

The depths of the indentations in oyster plates vary, indicating a specific style of service. Collectors can find very deep-welled plates that were designed for serving oysters over ice, plates

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As with other kinds of collectibles, reproductions of antique oyster plates abound. Often, reproductions will have small holes on the backside so the oyster plate can be displayed on a wall. If an oyster plate is truly Victorian, it will be very lightweight and delicate, and therefore should not be hung because plate hangers can scratch and stress the fragile plate. A better display method for an antique oyster plate is on a wooden display stand or in a china hutch.

When purchasing an antique oyster plate, you’ll want to avoid buying one with chips or cracks. Some scratches in the glaze etched by the wear and tear of rough shells can be expected, but chips and cracks will decrease the investment and the décor value of an oyster plate. The most valuable oyster plates tend to be the ones with deep wells designed to serve pristine, shucked oysters. By the way, it’s also not advisable to eat on an antique oyster plate, not because of the risk of damage to the plate, but because most r vhomemaga zine .com

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Experienced and beginner collectors alike might want to purchase an oyster plate guidebook and get to know a reputable antiques dealer that specializes in collectible china and pottery. Guidebooks can educate collectors about markings and other details to help them better understand their plate’s origin and history, and indicate a little bit about their value. Of course, reputable antiques dealers can also verify the authenticity of a plate and are usually happy to share their expertise and love for such a unique collectible.

Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, and as with other works of art, choose what appeals to you. Whether yours are chosen because of their color, shape, pattern or design, your collection of oyster plates will quite literally be an acquired taste.

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Hardwood Floor Rehabilitation

BY Co ry M o rga n

Hardwood floors are generally desired for their durability and timeless look which complements almost any home.

Over time, however, these hardwood floors will inevitably become scuffed and worn, especially in places with high foot traffic or where furniture rubs against them. The good news is that hardwood floorboards can usually undergo some sort of rehabilitation that does not require full replacement. However, it can be a tough decision process; how do you know when it’s appropriate to delve into these procedures, and where do you start?

Know the Condition of Your Floor

Before undertaking any sort of floor rehab project, it is important to fully understand the condition of your floorboards and the extent of any damage or general wear-and-tear. You do not want to completely strip your hardwood and engage in a lengthy (and likely pricey) escapade when all that is required is a nice refinishing. At the other end of the spectrum, skipping the replacement of damaged boards that could compromise the structural integrity of a home is dangerous. The simplest form of floor recuperation is just a rebuffing of the finish; this is practical when your flooring has only experienced light mars in the finish and no damage to the wood. The more common form of rehabilitation involves sanding down to the bare wood, fixing cracks and holes, reapplying a stain, and then reapplying multiple coats of finish. In more rare and extreme cases, you may need to completely remove the floorboards and start over.

Regardless of the condition in which you find your hardwood floors today, a knowledge of how to rehabilitate them at various points in their lifecycle is useful for any homeowner.

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Bob Garby, flooring specialist at Whitt Carpet One Floor & Home, says that personal preference often dictates when and to what level a homeowner’s hardwoods should be rehabilitated.

“Normally when hardwood needs to be refinished, it is usually a homeowner’s choice; however, we would recommend that hardwood be refinished under the following conditions: the hardwood itself is showing through the finish, or the boards have cracked or flaked,” he says. If your floorboards are old or have experienced trauma such as water damage, you may need to completely pull up your boards and start from scratch.

You will want to seek the help of a flooring specialist when considering whether full replacement is right for your home. If you have experienced water damage, you should check your floorboards for moisture. “Normal moisture contents are between 8-12 percent,” says Matthew Williamson, estimator and project manager at Whitt Carpet One Floor & Home. “If the range is above that, the floors may buckle or even cause cracked boards.

At that stage, replacement of boards is necessary, followed by sanding and finishing.”

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When sanding and finishing a floor, it may be best to call in a professional for this intensive task, especially if you don’t have experience with this project. Mistakes will be obvious on wood flooring, and you may end up doing more harm than good. A professional will also help determine exactly what needs to be done and what type of sander should be used for your wood species. Depending on the size of the project, it will likely take a professional anywhere from two days to a week to complete.

This means that the project could be a large disruption to your family, particularly if the floor undergoing rehabilitation is in a commonly-used area. “It is very important to put plastic in doorways and filter vent openings, if applicable,” notes Garby. “Additionally, physically moving out of the household is sometimes required during the process.”

In recent years innovations in sanding techniques have made the job less messy and disruptive. “Technological advances have resulted in a dustless sanding system that captures approximately 95 percent of the dust particulates. This allows for easier post-installation cleanup and less down time between coats,” adds Williamson.

If you require only a rebuffing of your topcoat, this could be a do-it-yourself project. You can rent a buffer and buy approximately one gallon of polyurethane floor finish per 400 to 500 square feet of flooring. Keep in mind that if your floor has been waxed, you need to strip off any of this residue using wax stripper or mineral spirits before buffing; otherwise, the new finish will not adhere properly.

Do-It-Yourself Alternative

There are alternatives to the traditional refinishing of hardwood floors. One technique gaining popularity is liquid refinishing.

Though this is not a recommended route for extremely worn or damaged floors, liquid refinishing is inexpensive and less disruptive than other methods. And, since there is no sanding involved in the process, you can probably do it yourself. You begin this process by choosing a liquid refinisher product, which is basically a combination of solvents specifically designed to dissolve finishes. Because these products can be highly toxic, take caution by ensuring the room where you are working is adequately ventilated, and wear protective gloves and a mask.

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filler putty. You will then need to smooth these repairs using a hand sanding block with medium-grit sandpaper (100 to 120 grit), vacuuming thoroughly afterwards. Finally, apply your stain, followed by a coat or two of clear finish made specifically for hardwood flooring.

Regaining Your Look

In the end, you want your hardwood floors to be aesthetically pleasing while also unifying your living space and completing the image of your home. This means that the stain, sheen and finish are all important factors in achieving the right look for your floors. In particular, the sheen, or gloss level, can be divided into three main categories: satin, semi-gloss and gloss. Satin gives a more traditional and natural appearance to your boards, while gloss adds a glass-like reflection and is a premium choice for a lustrous finish. Remember that stains will darken over time and the gloss level can affect the coloring as well. When deciding on a finish, be sure to choose finishes specially formulated for floors; furniture finishes are not durable enough for flooring.

Both Garby and Williamson stress the importance of running test strips on your floorboards after you have picked out a stain color and gloss level. Seeing a small sample of the end result in your own home is critical; that beautiful finish you saw at your neighbor’s house might look completely different when paired with your floorboards, since all wood takes colors differently depending on age and species. The professionals at Whitt Carpet One Floor & Home recommend taking your time when it comes to deciding on stains and finishes; you don’t want to rush into something you’ll be looking at and living with daily.

After you’ve brought your floors back to all their glory, you should implement a few preventive measures to slow the aging and scuffing of your floor. Take caution when moving furniture, and use furniture pads created for use on hardwood. Inspect the legs of all chairs, couches and tables to ensure there are no sharp edges. Purchasing a quality floor mat to go under desk chairs is also a good idea.

Most importantly, always remember to appreciate the beauty that a well-cared-for hardwood floor can bring to a home.

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To the true gardener, compliments are like rain and sunshine. We need them. They keep us going, and growing, and trying new things. And there’s no better way to evince those coveted gushes than with something unexpected shining demurely from a garden bed or leaping out of a container with dramatic flair.

Fall is the perfect time to evaluate a corner of the patio, porch or yard planted with old standbys to see if it might benefit from one of these lovely divas: uncommon standout plants that thrive in our area. Some plants are available now and will benefit from a fall planting to give them time to get established. Others may need a special growing environment, and fall’s cooler temperatures provide an opportune time for you to prepare the site for its new inhabitant. At the very least, as the growing season wanes, fall is a great time to make notes about what worked well this past year and what didn’t, determine what changes you’d like to make while it’s still fresh in your mind, and make a “wish list” for next year. Even established gardens can benefit from a little something new that will add visual interest or update a boring bed or monotonous hedge.

Here, we’ve chosen five unusual plants with a little something extra. They’re all visual treats, but each also offers a hidden bonus: whether it be pest control, or intoxicating fragrance, or a cut flower that works equally in fresh or dried arrangements, you just might find your next garden star right here.

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Given the historical significance of tobacco to Virginia history, this night-blooming beauty is definitely one to investigate.

Woodland tobacco is a clumping annual that grows 4 to 5 feet tall, with distinctive lime green foliage and delicate trumpet-shaped blossoms whose fragrance has been likened to buttercream frosting and jasmine. They are outstanding border plants, and make a lovely background in a sunny flowerbed where their height and spread helps fill in bare spots and their blossoms can be appreciated. Keep in mind that woodland tobacco is hearty and self-seeding, so if you like to be in charge of where the next crop goes, you’ll need to deadhead spent flowers. An added bonus? The sticky substance that woodland tobacco exudes when cut attracts and traps many garden pests such as aphids or whiteflies.

Sea Holly (Eryngium)

Sea holly is a showy must-try for gardeners who love a vibrant blue specimen in their gardens. Sea holly grows 3 to 4 feet tall with spiny, decorative bracts and large, egg-shaped blooms, most commonly in blue but also sometimes in white. These flowers are beautiful in fresh arrangements but are also gorgeous dried.

They are very drought-tolerant and do best when seeds are sown directly into well-drained soil. With spiky, undulating leaves, sea holly resembles an underwater creature and lends graceful movement to flower beds where it grows well as a companion planting with yarrow, artemesia and daylilies. In Elizabethan times, it was prized as an aphrodisiac, but more recently, and perhaps far more exciting to avid gardeners: it’s a deer repellant.

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New Zealand Flax (Phormium tenax)

The name “Phormium” comes from the Greek word for basket, so named for the fibers used in its native New Zealand to create woven baskets, rope and other intricate artwork. New Zealand flax is a showstopper in the garden, with its sword-like linear leaves growing anywhere from 3 to 9 feet tall in firework colors of red, orange, yellow, green and purple, and blossoms that are a favorite of hummingbirds. Use it sparingly as a focal point, or as a stunning mass planting. A deciduous perennial in Virginia, flax prefers a slightly warmer climate, and most will die back each winter in our area if they are planted in the ground and well protected by mulching, springing right back up the following year. Flax also does beautifully in containers buried up to the rim in the garden during the warmer months and then dug out, hosed off, and brought indoors for the winter months.

Fringe Tree (Chionanthus Virginicus)

The fringe tree, also sometimes known as old man’s beard, is perfect for landscapes where a large shrub or small tree is needed, such as on patios, in small yards, and under power lines.

These graceful growers tend to grow slowly and symmetrically, with their height approximately equal to their width—usually around 12 feet. They flower each spring in clusters of glossy ethereal blossoms so light and tiny they resemble cotton candy from a distance, and with their green foliage they look stunning against any dark background: fences, foundations, or even a high dark-green hedge. Fringe trees are dioecious, which means that there are male and female flowers on separate plants. Though both male and female varieties flower, the male is slightly

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showier, with larger petals, but the female will actually produce attractive but non-edible fruit if a male is nearby. Fringe trees are adaptable, but prefer moist, well-drained soil in a sunny spot that gets some degree of afternoon shade.

Daphne (Daphne Odora)

Daphne may be your camellias’ new best friend. At 2 to 4 feet tall, it is a perfect complement when planted in front of taller camellias. A tight-mounding evergreen shrub, daphne is renowned for the heavenly scent of its flowers that bloom from late January until mid-March. And while camellias have little or no scent, daphne smells, well, divine. Its foliage can be variegated or solid green and is surprisingly drought-resistant, and works equally well in containers, groupings, or as a solo planting. Daphne makes a lovely foundation plant as well.

Though it sometimes gets a bit of a bad name for being finicky, experienced gardeners stress that cultivating daphne is worth it.

Give daphne its best chance to please you by picking your site carefully, controlling water, and ensuring good drainage. Once established it doesn’t like to be moved, so take your time finding just the right place for this fragrant beauty, and enjoy its early blooms even when spring still feels weeks away.

So as you start to put your garden to rest after summer, take a few moments to evaluate the past season. What worked well, and what didn’t? What will you move or dig up and replace?

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Modern homeowners ask a lot from our furnishings. We want style, comfort and functionality all in one. Oh, and versatility is important too—because we like to have options. We don’t want to be tied down to a piece that can only deliver one thing in one room. We don’t mean to sound fickle or demanding, but we just can’t help ourselves, since we are inspired daily by everything from magazines (ahem) to television shows to Pinterest.

Perhaps the most versatile piece imaginable, one that can find a place almost anywhere in any home, is the bench. This humble piece dates back many centuries as one of the earliest, most primitive pieces of furniture. The bench was the common form of seating back in the days when chairs were reserved for nobility and other people of status. Really just a stool but crafted to seat more than one occupant, the earliest bench was a simple plank supported by solid ends, but over time became more elaborate, with turned legs and other decorative embellishments, sometimes even with side and back support.

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Today’s benches have evolved into pieces that are part workhorse, part style statement. No matter what design styles have evolved over the years, a bench is likely a part of the oeuvre, and just about any look is available now in our eclectic design world. There’s a look for every taste: French country/shabby chic benches feature rubbed finishes and carved florettes and other embellishments; arts and crafts benches are minimalist and linear with a rustic twist; midcentury modern pieces will feature boxy tops and sleek legs, often incorporating leather and metal. Bench seats can be made of hand-woven rush or cane, upholstered with textiles or needlepoint designs, animal hides and fur...if you can create with it, there’s probably a bench made of it.

A bench can be many things: it can be a surface providing display or storage space, it can provide flexible seating, or it can be used as a way to balance out an empty wall or fill a gap in your furnishings wardrobe. And while a chair is a commitment (it’s really just for sitting), a bench can assume whatever responsibility it needs to for the task at hand. Here we look at the many ways your home will benefit from this centuries-old piece.

A Place to Sit, to Store

What’s the first thing we do when friends come over? Offer them a refreshment and a place to sit. We are forever looking for somewhere to sit down. And benches provide flexible seating that chairs just can’t provide. While chairs are primarily designed for one occupant, benches can accommodate as many as will fit—depending upon the level of familiarity your guests have with one another. Something about a bench just says cozy up, all are welcome.

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Families, particularly those with young children, may enjoy a bench at the kitchen table where “the more the merrier” rings true. Kids in particular won’t mind the absence of back support—probably because they won’t be at the table very long regardless of what seating you provide— and will enjoy the novelty of piling in for family supper with the cousins. Benches also make game night easier!

If you want to work in a bench at your kitchen or dining table, keep in mind that backless seating is easier for youngsters who won’t think twice about back support or climbing in and out of seating with three of four people lined up on it. Some may say that benches at the table are a little like high heels—they look fabulous but you don’t want to wear them for too long. For this reason, and for visual balance, keep a few proper chairs in the mix, but do consider mixing and matching. Incorporate a bench on one side and chairs around the rest of the table, or benches on either long side with his and hers hostess chairs at the ends.

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If you are adding a bench in a wood finish that’s different from your existing table and chairs, consider painting it a fun color to make the mismatch more intentional. The options for paint finishes today are as extensive as the items ready for painting.

Benches have a place in the dining room too. Particularly in a dining room with a view, there is something to be said for the clear line of vision unhampered by chair backs. Again, keep in mind that adults may want to relax a bit more, so consider a settle-style bench here for a comfort. (A settle is a bench that has evolved to include a back, but isn’t a proper couch.) Just make sure that the dimensions of the bench allow it to be tucked under the table legs.

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bench. A bench can also do double-duty as a coffee table—if it’s upholstered, a sturdy, stylish tray can provide the surface you need to place your drink. A smaller bench can also serve as a side table, styled the same way as a coffee table.

If your family living space is a great room, a bench can also be a nice way to divide the room into conversation areas. A small bench in front of the fireplace makes a pretty scene and can easily be moved out of the way when a fire is blazing.

Don’t forget your piano bench! If you are lucky enough to have a piano, use the bench as an opportunity to add a little flair to your space. Have a slipcover made to introduce that fun new fabric you’ve been eyeing, rather than wait until you can reupholster your favorite chairs or get new draperies.

In the Bedroom

The bedroom—whether it’s the master suite, the guest room, or a child’s room— is another perfect spot for a bench.

At the foot of the bed in the master suite, a bench can serve as a footboard, balancing the look of a headboard-only bedding arrangement, while providing

another place to add a touch of softness and comfort. Make sure the bench is proportionally scaled to the bed; a bench that’s too short for a king bed, for example, will be lost; one that’s too long for queen will protrude in unsightly and possibly painful ways (if you stub your toe when you stumble out of bed, for example). Here it serves as a place to sit while you dress, or can act as a bedside table, holding books and a throw. Drape a sheepskin and arrange your prettiest coffee table books for a stylish tableau.

If you’re going for drama and comfort, consider a boudoir bench, with upholstered, curved sides, either at the end of your bed or along the wall near a closet to provide another dressing area or place to relax.

In the guest room, a bench at the foot of the bed or even against a wall functions as a luggage rack, a place to sit, and a surface for reading material, a welcome basket full of toiletries or snacks for your guests, or extra blankets. In a child’s bedroom, a bench at the foot of the bed can hold the stuffed animal menagerie.

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go with a lidded storage bench (just be sure it includes safety features, like ventilation and a slow-close lid). During playdates the bench will become a doll bed, a stage, a desk...whatever the children dream up that day. If your child’s room has twin beds, consider small, matching benches at the end of each for a symmetrical, balanced look.

Bathrooms too can play host to a bench. In the kids’ bathroom, you can sit on the bench while bathing the little ones; in the powder room it becomes a place for your guests to set their things while they freshen up.

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If you are a treasure hunter, then estate sales, thrift stores and even yard sales may turn up an old bench on which you can work your DIY wonders. With paint, a glue or staple gun and some fabric, tacks to mimic nailhead upholstery, and a few yards of trim, you can create your own designer look. You can find lots of bench DIY upgrade projects online. The “X Bench”—so named for the X shape made by the legs—is a popular part of our design repertoire right now, possibly because it is crafted in so many different looks: completely upholstered, wooden legs with an upholstered top, embellished with hardware and trim...there’s a look for every room and they are often easy to find inexpensively “off the shelf.” You can make this ubiquitous trend your own by painting its wooden legs an unexpected color, making a slipcover for the seat, or reupholstering in custom fabric. Add an extra layer of foam to the seat for a more luxe look.

These benches look great in singles or pairs in so many spots in your home: tucked under a console in your foyer or family room, at the foot of any bed (in pairs for anything larger than a twin

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If rustic chic is your thing, consider incorporating a vintage church pew— these relics work well in a mudroom, foyer or other empty hallway; their long and narrow seat also provides useful space both on and underneath for baskets, adding a touch of history, visual interest and a conversation piece to boot.

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Imagining a bright, open and comfortable home ideal for family and friends was just up Jessica Durham’s alley. As an interior designer, she focuses on fresh and innovative design. So it was natural for her to transform the 1970s-style interior of the couple’s home into a contemporary, family-friendly living space.

“We never thought we would come back to this area,” says Jessica, as she explained how they found themselves back in husband Hunter’s hometown of Roanoke. Jessica grew up in Abingdon, and after college and marriage, the young couple moved all over the country. Hunter was in the military and they relocated often.

A job offer brought the couple home. Six years ago, the Durhams found a house conveniently located to town and good schools. They could walk their children to the nearby Crystal Springs Elementary School. And while the house is situated on Avenham Avenue, it is sited just far enough off the road to afford privacy. r vhomemaga zine .com

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hen they first looked for a home, they knew they wanted to be in South Roanoke. “We loved this neighborhood,” says Jessica. “We kept looking at this house. The lines were great.” The bungalow-style cottage was constructed in the 1920s, and had a unique contemporary design for that era. Its high ceilings and extra-large rooms were extraordinary. “But it only had three bedrooms. We needed more space,” she says. Jessica kept mulling over different floor plans, trying to come up with a strategy. “I kept thinking at night, ‘How can we make this work?’” Then she realized, the house has three living rooms. Why not make one of these spaces into a master bedroom? With that settled, the house was perfect for the young family and they made the purchase.

“People who looked at this house just could not see the vision,” says Jessica. With dingy paneling and heavy draperies, the house originally was dark and dated. With Jessica’s experienced eye combined with her mom Lori Noonkester’s talents, they knew they could make this house work for Jessica’s family. The mother/daughter team owns Magnolia in Roanoke and a sister store in Abingdon, working together on projects and often trading inventory and ideas.

At both her home and at Magnolia, Jessica describes her style as eclectic. She is always on the hunt for new and different looks, and carries a variety of inventory at her store including furniture, pillows, gift items and local art. She explains, “My whole point is to have unique furnishings that no one else carries around here.” She also does interior design consulting, working with both commercial and residential customers.

The Durham home has evolved into a showplace for Jessica’s style. She notes that because her store has limited display space, she sees her home as an extension of what Magnolia can offer. “People come into my home, see my style and love it,” says Jessica.

Her home is an effective way to exhibit additional furnishings and art that reflect her eclectic flair.

Jessica consigned her interior design talents into her new home. The home’s entrance, with its landscaped brick walkway, leads to an inviting front porch. Ferns, a black wicker rocker, brightly colored pillows and a boldly striped white and green rug forecast the fresh look of the Durham home interior.

“It was very seventies in here,” says Jessica, describing her home’s interior when they first moved in. Previous owners completed some renovations, including restoring the hardwood floors and installing air conditioning and a new kitchen. But everything else was dated and there was much to be done.

Luckily, with Jessica’s design talents and the help of her contractor father, work began immediately.

Rooms received fresh coats of paint and a new look with contemporary furniture.

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Multi-pane French doors lead to the contemporary room.

Neutral walls sharply contrast with black molding and trim.

Several large windows envelop the corner walls.

A front living room was converted into the master suite. “It is kind of quirky to have a master bedroom in the front of the house. Perhaps it is not ideal for everyone, but it works for us,” says Jessica. Multi-pane French doors lead to the contemporary room. Neutral walls sharply contrast with black molding and trim. Several large windows envelop the corner walls. Jessica prefers drapery over shades; the flowing draperies here can be drawn easily for privacy, but she often chooses to keep them open to allow light to enter.

Above the bed is a large black and white family photograph shot by Jennifer Alexander. A Katrina Bell portrait in sepia tones hangs on the opposite wall.

An adjoining closet, now gutted, awaits transformation into a master bath. While the Durhams have been in the house for six years, the renovations remain a work in progress. The children and Jessica’s business come first, and while the Durhams have many plans for the house, they are not in a rush. The couple hopes to install the master bath sometime soon, but this is not an immediate priority.

While much of Jessica’s home is modern, an occasional piece has more traditional lines. “I like a lot of different styles,” she says. For example, some of her pieces are from family. A small hall table that once was in her husband’s family home is now in their hall. Jessica says that she can’t part with this sentimental R o a n o ke Va l l e y h o m e F a l l 2 0 1 4

piece even though her style is more contemporary.

Live plants and a traditional fireplace complement the chocolate-brown living room walls, white upholstered couch and pale aqua swivel chairs and ottoman. Jessica says that she decided to paint the room brown five years ago and she still likes it. It is a large, comfortable room, and with the addition of the wide-screen television over the fireplace, the family uses it more than ever. At one point they only gathered here for holidays, but now it is one of the busier rooms in the house. More formal than the den, the living room has become a great place to entertain. A sisal rug made by Merida, an American-based company specializing in high-end natural fiber rugs, covers a large portion of the floor.

A Lee Industries recliner and a contemporary floor lamp provide a cozy reading corner.

Thoughtfully hung on the walls throughout the house are the works from some of Jessica’s favorite artists, including pieces by Mary Boxley Bullington, a Roanoke artist known for her collages. Katrina Bell, Diane Patton, and Jessica’s mother-in-law Betty Durham are also among her favorites.

“Art is huge for me,” says Jessica. “It can transform a house. I like interesting artwork in every room.”

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The living room opens directly into the formal dining room.

And while this room is probably used more for entertaining and dinner parties, the feeling here remains casual. There is a spontaneity about each area that provides a relaxed atmosphere.

“A lot of my clients have these formal rooms. With young kids we want to make our home comfortable and welcoming,” she says. Jessica’s style steps away from this formality.

Jessica and her mother applied a faux finish to the walls in the dining room to give them a coppery gold glaze. According to Jessica it was quite a long and involved process including applying glazes and coats of polyurethane. The result provides just a touch of fashionable elegance. The dining room table, too, makes a statement. Jessica wanted an extra-large table using reclaimed wood, and turned to a company called Urban Evolutions to custom-make it for her. The Durhams’ table is made from four-inch-thick planks of reclaimed pine set on a heavy-duty iron base.

Jessica located the perfect chandelier to hang above the table. Created by Arteriors Lighting, this fixed chandelier features a ring affixed with lights. “I have changed the lighting in here three times,” says Jessica. “This is really different.” To complement the rustic table are simple Cisco Brothers chairs with natural fiber slipcovers and a natural fiber rug.

A long and narrow hallway extends from one end of the house to the other. Jessica uses this area as another palette for displaying art. This time she chose to showcase a series of candid life-sized color photographs of each of her children, also taken

by Jennifer Alexander. Jessica notes that she struggled with this hall, leaving it blank for some time. Then the perfect solution came with these photographs.

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Another downstairs bedroom serves as a guest room. Jessica devised an interesting treatment for the wall behind the bed. A series of white wooden panes crisscross over a wall painted slate grey.

Another downstairs bedroom serves as a guest room. Jessica devised an interesting treatment for the wall behind the bed. A series of white wooden panes crisscross over a wall painted slate grey. An intricately carved heirloom bed, painted black, stands out against the wall. An old metal reclaimed table serves as a desk, and the floor is decorated with a grey cowhide rug. For the final touch, Jessica hung a lantern light fixture from the ceiling, providing an air of contemporary elegance.

“We live back in this space,” said Jessica, referring to a den at the end of the long hall. Actually it is the first room the couple redid and it has been redone since. Bookcases, an oversized fireplace, a large-screen television, a comfortable sofa, overstuffed pillows and cozy throws make this room a magnet for the family.

The focal point is a large contemporary abstract painting by Charlotte artist Sherri Morris Barrett, known for her “plein air” style and use of color and light. Barrett’s piece illuminates the room. While the den was dark and dated when the Durhams moved in, this piece as well as painting the paneling helped the room come alive.

The den adjoins a small kitchen. The kitchen had been redone by the home’s previous occupants. Since it meets the demands of her family, Jessica considers this a low priority on the renovation schedule. A waist-high table serves as a counter until dinner time when Jessica pulls it out. Space limitations make this dualpurpose table an asset in the tiny kitchen space.

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The second level of the home is all about the children. Along the stairs are framed family photographs. A playroom plus a large closet area are located at the top of the stairs and offer ideal storage for all of the children’s things.

From the kitchen, a patio sliding door leads to a balcony overlooking the family’s back yard. The gardens remain a project in the works. There are plans to add landscaping, but these will stay on the backburner. For now it serves as a play area for the children and provides easy access to a private alley that runs through the neighborhood.

The second level of the home is all about the children. Along the stairs are framed family photographs. A playroom plus a large closet area are located at the top of the stairs and offer ideal storage for all of the children’s things. Two bedrooms and a full bath make up the children’s suite. Their sons’ room is ideally suited for two young boys with its heavy wooden furniture constructed from reclaimed bleachers. Their daughter’s room is decorated with hand-painted flowers on the walls and an elegant desk, which also serves as a vanity.

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Mobile phones, tablets and computers are all a part of our lives, and they deserve a prime parking spot. But how many times have you come home to recharge your devices while they’re barely hanging on to the last power bar only to find that all the easy-to-reach receptacles are already occupied, forcing you to surrender to a less convenient area...like behind the sofa or by your bathroom sink? We can help you incorporate a dedicated charging spot into your home design so the Battle for Battery Power can be over, and you can take charge of your charging.

Marching Orders

It’s what your mother always told you: a place for everything and everything in its place. Deciding upon your devices’ resting place should be the first step. Many people choose the foyer, where you most likely hang your coat and drop your keys and mail. If you enter a back door, it may be a laundry room or mudroom that becomes the drop-off point. Other people choose the kitchen — the most obvious family-gathering spot — and some choose bedside for easy retrieval during the night. If you are like many people who have said goodbye to landlines and become a sole cell user, you will want to think about the most convenient place to retrieve calls while at home.

The kitchen provides perhaps the most flexibility, with so many cabinets and drawers to neatly tuck devices away.

Some people have chosen a shelf in their pantry. You can place a simple wooden cube shelf (available at almost any home decorating or big box store) on a pantry shelf or inside a cabinet to create an instant cubby for your own device, provided it is close to an electrical outlet. If you have a built-in desk in your kitchen, a charging box or drawer could be the best solution for hiding cords.

If your techno-spot of choice is the foyer or mudroom, pick a shelf, create cubbies, or, if there is limited room, turn a nightstand or small chest of drawers into an attractive station that serves this purpose. Drill a hole in the back of the piece through which you can thread a power cord to plug into a nearby r vhomemaga zine .com

outlet. Consider adding drawer liners made of velvet or other material with some “grab” to prevent your devices from sliding around when you open and close the drawer. Search yard sales and thrift stores and you may find one you can refurbish to fit your décor perfectly.

If you are building a new home or planning a remodel, consider working a charging spot into your design, taking into account the needs of everyone in your family. Choose designated spots for all family members. If several people use one spot to charge everything, use name labels for each connection.

The Front Lines

Cord clutter is a nonstop problem for anyone with more than one device. Even if you are lucky to find an empty outlet, keeping cords wrapped up nicely so they aren’t hanging over a counter’s edge or sprawling across your canisters and appliances is difficult. There are many products on the market today to help you tidy up the mess—or at least hide it.

Containers made specifically for charging devices are widely available, from simple desktop boxes made of paperboard or faux leather with holes for cords, to mahogany valets with tiny, shiny, drawer pulls. In most of them, you can place your chargers in a lower, hidden area of the box, with the cords running through small holes and the devices docked on top. These stations only require one power cord to your wall outlet; basic, inexpensive models start as low as $20 and run up to several hundred dollars.

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If you can spare a kitchen drawer, you can make your own docking station by hiding a power strip in the drawer and either running it behind the cabinets to a nearby outlet or making a hole for the cord in your countertop, if possible. You can also make your own countertop charging station from a photo box or decorative box from any arts and crafts store. Cut a small hole in the back that is large enough for a power strip plug, then cut a horizontal slit along the front where your charging cords can come out; devices can rest on the box lid while charging. A basic online search for “make your own charging station” will pull up so many more ideas—including a charging station made out of a bread box!

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Freeing up your wall outlets for other everyday electrical uses, like your laptop computer, a CD player or radio, or even the slow cooker if your kitchen is a hot charging spot, can be even easier with new USB-port outlets on the market today. Outlets can now be purchased with combinations of USB ports and standard plugs to replace your old outlets for as little as $20 to $30. You can charge your device directly from a USB port in R o a n o ke Va l l e y h o m e F a l l 2 0 1 4

the wall and cut out the need for a bulky adapter while also freeing up standard plugs for other appliances and devices. The faceplates on these outlets look similar to a standard outlet, but their junction box—that is, the hardworking part behind the faceplate that contains all the wiring—is often deeper and larger than a standard outlet. Because of this configuration, you may require a bit of drywall or other structural work to retrofit this gadget into your home’s existing outlet. A professional electrician can help you determine what’s the right fit for your specific needs.

Forging Ahead

The latest charging products on the market may have more of us tossing those cords altogether. Wireless charging pads, or mats, that use “inductive charging” (passing the energy on through an electromagnetic field), have entered the industry.

Some are made for multiple devices and can be found in retail stores or through your wireless carrier. Besides the convenience of drop-and-go, you no longer have to worry about wear and tear on your device’s charging socket that can often break and render it unusable. You do, however, interrupt charging when you have to move your device—for example, to pick it up quickly for a call—and the mats may not be as efficient as direct connections to electrical outlets, so it is unpredictable if this new technology will be the end-all.

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Asian Influences f rom w h i ms y to z e n

BY P h o eb e D i ns m o r e

When it comes to creating a style for our interiors, how lucky we are to have a world marketplace and a rich global history from which to draw our inspiration. These days, most homeowners seem to prefer an eclectic aesthetic—mixing and matching pieces and patterns from many cultures and traditions to create their own personal and delightful style.

Asian influences seem to never go out of fashion. It’s a collective term that means different things to different people. Is it shiny, lacquered red or black furniture with brass hardware? Bamboo details on a side chair or around a mirror’s frame? You might associate colored porcelain jars and hand-painted garden stools with the style, while someone else thinks of natural colors and natural materials like straw and stone.

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There’s a lovely practicality to Far East-inspired furnishings. A screen can be an arty backdrop, anchoring a seating area. Or, it can divide a large space, provide a bit of privacy or even hide an unsightly radiator. A garden stool can hold a drink by your favorite chair or a stack of fluffy towels outside the shower. And a bamboo-trimmed dresser can do double-duty as a bedside table and storage for your clothes.

Let’s look at a few hallmarks of Asian style and focus on two favorite looks—one that draws its inspiration from China, and one that calls upon serene Japanese influences for its design.

Chinoiserie (“shen-wha-zree”)

Chinoiserie is colorful, fantastical and playful. Generally speaking, items with a Chinese influence feature gilt and bamboo details. Some might even portray bizarre animals like fire-breathing dragons, spooky guard dogs or monkeys dressed in human clothing.

Here’s the catch: chinoiserie doesn’t come from China at all.

Rather, it is an Asian-inspired, but completely western, invention.

Its name, in French, means “Chinese-esque.” Throughout the 17th, 18th and early 19th centuries, wealthy Europeans decorated their homes with chinoiserie wallpapers, fabrics, ceramics, furniture—even pagoda-roofed garden follies. They just couldn’t get enough of it!

Perhaps one of the best-known lovers of chinoiserie in more modern times was the legendary decorator Dorothy Draper.

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complete with bamboo trim details and that telltale fretwork known as Chinese Chippendale woodwork.

Chinoiserie remains popular and is frequently seen on patterns in our dinnerware, blue-and-white ginger jar collections and even the bamboo-style legs on our brass bar carts. Just remember that too much whimsy can become tiresome and lose its effect, so mix chinoiserie into your décor in small doses.

Japonica

Whereas chinoiserie is bright and bold, japonica is understated— drawing inspiration from nature. Cherry blossoms. Pale and neutral colors like tan, grey and green. Stone, water and wood are also associated with the look. A Japanese-inspired interior décor places a premium on the ideas of calm, simplicity and harmony. It is a clean, contemporary look that evokes the serene feeling of a spa.

Of course, there is some crossover between these two Asian looks. For example, bamboo is a motif common to both styles.

Today, japonica is most often expressed in our homes through jute rugs, nature-themed artwork in muted tones of grey, and intentionally uncovered windows that provide unobstructed views and abundant light to stream into our spaces.

Don’t feel pressured to translate the look literally, but rather, incorporate the essence of it. Translucent paper screens called shoji (“show-gee”), a traditional Japanese architectural element, might be interpreted in your home through a paper lantern-style chandelier. Our interior paint color choices blend better into nature when we choose that ever-popular grey-beige hybrid known as “greige” or a creamy white over one that is stark.

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Another soothing way to add a touch of East meets West in your home is to install a tabletop water fountain or a painting that depicts a watery scene.

Use ornamental grasses and horsetail in lieu of show-offy flowers in your sleek, minimalist floral arrangements and add smooth river stones to the vase. Set your dining table with bamboo or straw tatami (“ta-ta-mee”) placemats and runners to add quiet texture and serenity at mealtime.

Remember, japonica is not just a look but also a lifestyle. If you’d like to add more zen to your home, just strip your space down to the essentials and arrange what remains in an open, flowing manner.

So much of the Asian style aesthetic has to do with simplicity and balance— it’s a visual breath of fresh air in any home. Try adding a little yin-yang to your favorite room by pairing a touch of whimsy balanced with a spa-like natural element, and see if you can enlighten your state of mind every time you walk in the room. At any rate, it’s sure to make you smile!

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Leftovers Banh Mi (makes two sandwiches)

There are all kinds of reasons why packing your lunch is a good idea: it’s cheaper than eating out, you can control calories and ingredients, and the menu choices are limited only to your imagination and personal pantry stock—not the same old cafeteria or restaurant menus. Before I owned a restaurant (and made a living off of people eating my food for lunch), I did have a string of office jobs, and had to go through the daily decision of what was for lunch, so I feel your pain.

This recipe can be adapted; substitute lettuce and some cellophane noodles for the bread and it could be a delicious salad, or lettuce wraps. For a packed lunch, assemble sandwich without the carrot and daikon mixture, then add right before serving.

1 carrot, shredded 1 daikon, shredded 1/2 cup rice wine vinegar 1 tablespoon sugar 1 tablespoon fish sauce pinch of crushed red pepper (optional) 1/4 cup mayonnaise 1 scallion, chopped

If you take lunch every day to work—or even if you are eating at home or packing lunches for the younger set in your house—there’s a good chance you’re in a rut. Lunch often gets the brush-off, playing second fiddle to that power-up breakfast or the carefully planned supper that brings everyone together and wraps up a busy day. And just like supper, it’s important to plan ahead for a satisfying lunch. Face it: your hurried self is not going to come up with a plan at 7 a.m. – especially if your coffee hasn’t kicked in yet!

1 tablespoon Sriracha sauce (or to taste)

Lunch is a great time to use leftovers, and you can avoid the samemeal-all-over-again drudgery by reusing the food in a different way.

Try leftover pork roast in the Bahn Mi Sandwich (recipe follows). Use lentils from one night, roasted squash from another, add fresh spinach and goat cheese, and you’ve got a delicious salad. Don’t forget that leftover cheese and salami from the weekend get-together: serve it with a little French bread and some pickles for a Ploughman’s lunch. And for those times when the leftovers cannot be reworked, skip a day so you don’t get palate fatigue.

There are many ways to make lunch at your desk or in the lunchroom seem more enjoyable. Bring a plate and a real fork from home; you may have to wash it later, but it will feel more like a meal and less like a hurried snack. Vary textures and flavors of your meal; be sure to add something crunchy to your salad or something spicy to your sandwich. Make it special by putting in a little more effort, like making your own salad dressings and flavored spreads, to punch up your menu.

When time allows, don’t forget to leave your desk and get a little fresh air!

And for those eating “al desko,” don’t forget office etiquette: Avoid strong smells like tuna and garlic if your co-workers are sensitive to smells, or your desk is near the reception area. Think about drips— no one wants to spend the afternoon with vinaigrette drizzled on their pants! And of course, clean up after yourself and leave the office microwave and kitchen spotless – unless your Mama really does work with you!

Toast bread, then spread with Sriracha mayo. Add protein, cucumber slice and cilantro leaves. Lightly drain pickled vegetables and pile on top before serving.

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2 6-inch pieces of good baguette About 8 ounces leftover cooked protein (tofu, pork, chicken or turkey) 1/2 cucumber, made into two 1/3-inch-thick lengthwise slices 2 sprigs cilantro In a small container with a tight lid, combine the first six ingredients (carrot through red pepper). Shake to combine and set aside, shaking every once in a while until the sugar has dissolved. Set aside for an hour or refrigerate overnight. In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, scallion and Sriracha.

Salade Nicoise (serves one) In a dinner plate-sized container, make small groups of each ingredient, then add dressing when you’re ready to eat.

Add or substitute other ingredients as available; some ideas include crumbled bacon, diced chicken, avocados, cheese … the sky’s the limit!

Lettuce 3-4 ounces leftover salmon (or tuna packed in olive oil) 1/2 cup blanched green beans 1 hard boiled egg, halved Small olives Cherry tomatoes, halved 1/2 cup leftover roasted new potatoes Dijon vinaigrette (recipe follows) Line a plate with lettuce. Arrange the next 6 ingredients in small groups on top of the lettuce. Drizzle with dressing.

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Tomato Jam (makes 2 cups) This will perk up a burger at home, or can be a nice addition to chicken salad or a ham and cheese sandwich at your desk.

2 large tomatoes 1/2 cup cider vinegar 1/3 cup brown sugar 1 teaspoon each fresh chopped basil and tarragon Cut the tomatoes in half and squeeze out most of the seeds. Core and chop tomatoes. Place tomatoes along with the rest of the ingredients in a medium saucepan. Add 1/3 cup of water and bring to a simmer. Cover and simmer until thick and jam-like, about 45 minutes to an hour. Cool, then refrigerate.

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Dijon Vinaigrette (makes 1 cup) It is easy to make your own dressing, and it elevates your salad quite a few steps. This is a very basic dressing that can be enhanced by adding chopped tarragon or other herbs.

1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 1/4 cup red wine vinegar 3/4 cup olive oil Salt and pepper to taste In a small container with a tight-fitting lid, shake all ingredients together. Refrigerate until needed.

Parmesan Mayo (makes 1 cup) This is a great addition to a sandwich (think chicken, bacon and tomato), or can be the sauce for a potato salad with lots of fresh arugula. Put a dollop on top of your asparagus, or thin with lemon juice for a bright Caesar-type dressing.

1 small clove garlic, minced 3/4 cup mayonnaise 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 2 tablespoons lemon juice 2 tablespoons minced parsley Combine all ingredients and refrigerate until needed.

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Pickled Red Onions (makes 1 cup) Use these onions to add a kick to a sandwich made with leftover steak, sharp cheddar cheese, lettuce and tomato. Top leftover barbecue with pickled onions, or add them to tacos made with leftover roasted chicken, avocado and shredded cheese. The pickling takes the smell out of the onion, which makes them acceptable for work!

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Time for a Tune-Up Caring for Your Garden Tools

By R o ry R h o d es

Fall can be a busy time in the garden. Cooler weather means cleaning up the vestiges of summer blooms and crops, planting fall ornamentals and edibles, and establishing new foundation plants. Then there’s raking, mulching, aerating, and weeds that haven’t given up yet! Your garden tools will be getting a workout, and they are an investment worth maintaining. Here are some tips to keep them in top shape for many seasons ahead.

Cutting and Pruning Tools

Hard-working garden tools like pruners, loppers, shears and handsaws need a little TLC to keep them functioning properly.

It’s essential to make sure blades are sharp before you get to work. Dull blades, like dull knives, are dangerous to use and can put strain on your body.

They’ll also shred plant tissue, which makes it harder for the plant to heal and exposes it to disease. The cheapest and most versatile sharpener is a metal file, which costs somewhere in the neighborhood of $10.

Single-cut files have rows of parallel teeth and can be used for general sharpening and finishing. Doublecut, also known as cross-cut files, have a second set of teeth forming a diamond pattern. They’ll remove a lot of metal and get the job done quickly, so they’re best for bigger tasks. Whichever you choose, make sure you sharpen only the cutting blade, on the beveled side. To do so, hold the file at a 20-degree angle and use a smooth stroke, moving it away from your body, along the blade you’re sharpening. You don’t want to file away too much metal; the goal is to buff away nicks and create a clean, smooth edge.

Generally, plan to sharpen tools once a season or after heavy use. r vhomemaga zine .com

After using your garden tools, take a couple of minutes to clean them so that dirt and rust don’t shorten their lifespan. Use the hose or a bucket of water and some rags to wipe blades clean, and be sure to dry them well. If there’s rust on the blades, use a steel wool pad or wire brush to scrub it off. For sap, apply a solvent like turpentine or mineral spirits, and rub it with a rag. Some gardeners also report success removing sap with more common household items like nail polish remover, WD-40, and hand sanitizer gel.

Disinfecting blades is also important as a general practice, and especially if you’re working on a plant that’s infected with any type of spore or fungus.

If pruning an infected plant, be sure to disinfect the blades before moving on to the next item to avoid spreading the problem. Otherwise, it’s probably okay to disinfect at the end of your gardening session, after cleaning.

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use the spray, or even those disposable wipes in the pop-up container. The important thing is to let the disinfectant work for a couple of minutes, then rinse it off and dry thoroughly.

Check that the bolts that hold your pruners together are properly tightened. You want the blades to pass each other easily, but no light should appear between them when at rest.

Finally, oil your tools. Linseed oil is an ecofriendly product that can be used on blades and pivot points to keep them working smoothly and prevent rust, and also on wooden handles to stop them from drying out and cracking. You can also use mineral oil, or really any lubricant oil, on the blades and pivot points. But for wooden handles, boiled linseed oil is best. If handles are rough or splintered, rub them with some sandpaper before applying the oil.

Digging and Raking Tools

Shovels, spades, hoes, rakes, and the like will benefit from similar maintenance. If you find your shovel coated in a thick layer of that heavy clay we enjoy here in our area, try using a putty knife to pry off those large clumps. From there, you can follow the same cleaning practices you use for your cutting tools.

A stiff brush, a hose and some rags will remove the rest of the dirt. Steel wool will scour away any rust.

A handy tip for long-handled tools is to clean and sharpen them in a bucket of sand and oil. Fill a five-gallon bucket with sand, and moisten it with enough mineral oil to make the sand damp, but not wet. (A quart or a bit less should do it.) Remove clumps of dirt, then plunge the shovel up and down in the bucket a few times. When you’re done, store the tool right there in the bucket!

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If you don’t use the bucket trick, it’s still a good idea to sharpen shovels and spades so that they’re easier to dig with. A metal file will do the job here as well.

Motorized and Power Tools

Lawnmowers need some annual maintenance. Once a year, you should sharpen the blades (if you have this professionally done, they will balance the blades as well), change the oil, spark plugs and air filter, and make sure the wheels are lubricated. Doing this in fall means your mower will be ready for action in spring.

Clean the underside of your lawnmower deck and the blades after each use to prevent grass and chlorophyll build-up, which can dull blades and spread disease.

Wipe down the rest of the mower and allow it to dry before putting it away. Similarly, clean grass from your string trimmer after use.

End of Season

Before retiring for the winter, clean and oil your tools, and store them in a safe, dry place. Don’t forget your wheelbarrow! Clean it out, and tighten and oil the bolts and axle (you can probably wait until spring to inflate the tires). Once it’s too cold to water plants, you should drain hoses, sprinklers, and watering cans and store them for winter. Run the fuel out of your power tools. The extra minutes you spend now to maintain your tools will pay off in the seasons to come!

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House Monograms Making it Personal

By B ecky Ca lv ert

Monogramming is a way to make your mark, to add your figurative and literal signature to your possessions. But it is much more than a simple mode of identification. When used on items in your home, monogramming instills an age-old tradition while adding modern interest, whimsy and a dose of personality. Taking this concept and applying it to your home on a grander scale by creating a â&#x20AC;&#x153;house monogramâ&#x20AC;? is a unique way to make a statement about your home and all who inhabit it. Think of a house monogram as modern-day equivalent to the family crest. r vhomemaga zine .com

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While tradition has certainly inspired the popular trend, today’s monogramming is less about following rules and more about embellishment and expression. Monograms can be found on almost everything: clothing, jewelry, cars, pillows, napkins, barware…even swimming pool bottoms.

In creating a house monogram, choose a font that speaks to you, perhaps combine it with a flourish or two, and then apply it to items throughout your home. In this fun way, you’ve created a family logo of sorts. What a stylish way to make a statement about the importance of your family and your home!

House monograms can be as simple as one initial (generally the surname initial), or they can be a blend of the couple’s initials.

House monograms can also be based on the name of the home, if you happen to live in this kind of storied abode. Traditionally, etiquette guides how first and surname initials are combined in various applications; some items call for the bride’s first initial on the left, the groom’s first initial on the right, and the shared surname initial in the middle. Other traditions call for her initials on household linens, and his on the barware. However, like any rule, these were made to be broken.

If the letters that make up your monogram, when arranged in the traditional way, happen to spell out an unfortunate acronym, then by all means, mix it up! In fact, you can take a cue from our favorite royals. Just before the marriage of Britain’s Prince William and his wife, Catherine, the British press reported a breach in monogramming protocol for the first time in history. If they had followed protocol for monogramming their china and other royal wares, combining his initial first, then hers, the result would have been “WC”—the United Kingdom’s colloquial term 74

for the lavatory. The young couple chose to break with centuries of tradition and transpose their initials, rather than having their joint monogram confused with the symbol for a powder room. This was a newsworthy event! If the royals can do it, so can you.

House monograms can be used to tie your entire home together, from the welcome mat and doorknocker, to your personal stationery, straight through to the bottom of the swimming pool. With this in mind, one simple style of monogram should be designed that can be used in a variety of ways throughout.

The first step in developing your monogram is determining your lettering. From there, you’ll select the font and colors you want to use. Because monograms are primarily composed of letters, the font you choose for your monogram is of key importance. A traditional home may lend itself to a script-style font, while a more modern home may call for a simple, clean, print-style font. But this selection is truly a matter of personal preference.

Consider using borders or other flourishes and design elements in your monogram to add a bit of pop. Scrolling parentheses on either side of the monogram, a wreath of stylized leaves encircling it, a bold, square border….the options for embellishment are endless. Or incorporate symbols for family hobbies or traditions: think fish for the anglers, starfish for a beach house, a rabbit to commemorate Mom’s antique rabbit collection. Stacking letters is another way to shake up the traditional design of monograms.

Play around with it until you find one that speaks to you; you’ll know it when you see it. It’s always a good idea to see a sample of thread or ink color to give a clear picture of the finished product.

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f Monograms can be incorporated into your home in myriad ways beyond traditional linens and barware.

Once you have developed your house monogram, you can move onto where you’ll use it throughout your space.

Monograms make a statement, and too many can be, well, too much. Don’t monogram every item in every room to avoid monogram overload. When placing elements in a room together, consider how they flow with one another. If there are details that unite the elements together, let them guide you in mixing and matching of your monogrammed patterns. The same approach you use in mixing other patterns—line, scale, and color—can be applied to mixing your monogrammed items.

Monograms can be incorporated into your home in myriad ways beyond traditional linens and barware. Embroidering your house monogram on a slipcovered chair makes a bold statement, and allows you to change the look on a whim. A grouping of several styles of pillows with the same monogram arranged on the sofa could be fun. Even the smallest details can make a difference; a subtle way of incorporating a monogram could be as simple but special as monogrammed buttons on a pillow.

House monograms help to create a sense of place for your home while adding intimacy to the personal oasis of your family.

A timeless trend, they help forge an unforgettable experience for your guests while creating a family heirloom legacy. r vhomemaga zine .com

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The Smith Mountain Lake Charity Home Tour welcomes guests to eight beautiful and unique lakeside residences on Columbus Day weekend, Friday, October 10 through Sunday, October 12. The 2014 tour celebrates diversity in lakeside living, ranging from a comfy cottage to a 9,000-square-foot stately home.

“This year’s tour showcases large and small homes, brand new and remodeled homes,” says Denise Tuttle, executive chair for the Charity Home Tour. “We’re excited to offer tour visitors many great ideas for decorating and landscaping, as well as a look at lake-living lifestyles.”

Now in its 24th year, the SML Charity Home Tour has become the most well-known, highly regarded and widely attended fundraiser in the lake area, with cumulative donations to local charities totaling more than $3.7 million.

Proceeds from this year’s tour will again benefit eight area charities. Visitors can access all of the homes by car or by boat.

Advance purchase discount tickets are available for $20 at a variety of ticket outlets or online. During the event, $25 tickets are available at any of the tour homes or the SML Visitors’ Center. Purchase E-tickets and learn more at smlcharityhometour.com. Enjoy a sneak peek here, then spend a relaxing day at the lake! r vhomemaga zine .com

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VAN DYKE HOME The Van Dyke home looks brand new, but it’s actually a remodeled 26-year-old house with many new features.

Besides adding a master suite wing and updating the kitchen, guest bedroom, downstairs entertainment area and garage, Paul and Nancy Stanley Van Dyke also replaced decks, siding and hardwood flooring.

Of special interest are artifacts from the two years they lived in South Africa. Displayed in the living room are masks, a zebra rug and a mounted kudu head above the fireplace.

Downstairs, a home theater doubles as a guest bedroom, with a Murphy bed cleverly concealed behind a faux cabinet.

The downstairs entertainment area flows easily to a patio with an outdoor kitchen and fire-pit.

OLIVER HOME The Oliver home with its matching boathouse sits above the Blackwater River’s main channel with a wide view of the lake and distant Smith Mountain.

Empty adjoining lots give this residence a delightful sense of privacy. Mark and Jacqueline Oliver’s 5,000-square-foot home has three bedrooms, plus an office and a stone-fronted fireplace and bar on each level. Interesting items include a driftwood sculpture, Harley Davidson art, rounded curio cabinet and old whiskey barrel. A huge wall unit provides display and storage space for the spacious downstairs family room.

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MASSA HOME The Massa home in Montego Bay offers a lake view and feels expansive and guest-friendly with openconcept living, dining, kitchen and seating areas, bedecked with columns. Pat and Donna Massa have placed family antiques throughout their home, including marble-topped accent tables, an 1800s dining table, buffet, corner cabinet, lamps, pie safe, dough box, trunks and Granddad’s walnut tailor’s bench, now a bar. Collections on display include Rose Medallion china, Delft tobacco jars, Dickens houses, Cat’s Meow miniature houses, birth plates, Santas and Dolton dolls.

DIEDERICH HOME The Diederich home was originally a tiny cabin retreat for Charlie and his late wife Bonnie. Now doubled in size to 1,800 square feet, this Arts and Crafts gem has been totally renovated with a new floor plan, wood doors, windows and stylish design elements. In the front of the home, a long paver driveway and path passes a pond with rock walls and a waterfall, and leads to a raised, pergola-covered outdoor dining deck. A stone patio with fire-pit and rhododendron-planted woods grace the sloping backyard to the lake.

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WETHEREL HOME The Wetherel home in Contentment Island has Nantucket-style cedar siding and sits in a landscaped, park-like setting. Bob and Pat Wetherel’s 8,800-square-foot home has many interesting features reflecting 1920s style: medallion ceilings, antique light fixtures, retro tile work, dark wood trim, brick under foot from Roanoke streets and antique doors from old homes in Covington, Roanoke, and Boston.

Many porches, with lovely views of the lake, adorn the rear exterior of the four-bedroom home. Three fireplaces—one, double sided—and a theater room are other special features of this special home.

MUNN HOME The Munn home on Betty’s Creek underwent extensive renovations plus an addition to satisfy Jeff and Diane’s requirements when they decided it would become their retirement home. Their architect’s Craftsman “Luxe Lodge” design includes a fully integrated master suite and exercise room. Beautiful beams, wood doors, trim and railings complement the home’s style throughout. Huge boulders stabilize the sloping ground on both sides of this home. A new dock also matches the style of the home.

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MOONAN HOME The Moonan home features lots of intimate spaces in this Cape Cod cottage-style home. It features a great room with huge overhead beams, massive stone fireplace, big windows and pretty white trim everywhere. George and Michele, both widowed, found love again and combined their households when they built this home to accommodate her treasures, George’s French antique furniture and mementos honoring their former spouses.

A very steep driveway leads to the front of the house.

BROWNELL/SHAW HOME The Brownell/Shaw home demonstrates how a creative couple can update a 5,000-square-foot house while keeping the original footprint. Keith Brownell and Jennifer Shaw had the interior gutted, rearranged and modernized to add functionality and flow with a spectacular great room and gourmet kitchen. Unique stone fireplaces, earthy colors and natural wood details reflect the Arts and Crafts style. A Charles Rennie Mackintosh “Glasgow Rose” embedded in a window in the entryway pays homage to the family’s Scottish heritage. There is a gentle walk to the dock. r vhomemaga zine .com

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. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Certified Carpet Cleaners. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Chanticleer Catering. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Classic Floors of Virginia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 CMC Supply, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Dalton Construction Company, Inc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Davenport & Company LLC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Embrace Home Loans. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 Ferguson. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Garland’s. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 General Shale Brick. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Glenn, Feldmann, Darby and Goodlatte . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Goldsmith Appraisal Service, LLC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Grand Home Furnishings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Halifax Fine Furnishings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Interiors by Kris . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Jeannine Hanson. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 LinDor Arts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75 Log Homes by Jack. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70 Magnolia Decor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Marshall Stone. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 N-Hance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 National Pools of Roanoke, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Now Then and Again . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75 Oakey’s Funeral Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Open Studios Botetourt. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Overhead Door Co. of Roanoke.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Phillip Morgan. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67 Potentially Chic. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Potter Construction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Prescott Construction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Present Thyme Home. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Protect Painters of the Roanoke Valley. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Reid’s Fine Furnishings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Roanoke Catholic School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Roanoke Landscapes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Roanoke Symphony. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Ronnie Mitchel and Son Landscaping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71 Scott Avis MKB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67 Seven Oaks Landscape Hardscape. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Sinkland Farms. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70 Smith Mountain Building Supply. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Southern Lamp and Shade Showroom. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Southern States Roanoke Cooperative . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 The Columns. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 The Little Gallery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 The Olde White House. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Trocadero . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Vinton Appliance Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Viva la Cupcake. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Water 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