Arts + Culture

Why To Invest In Art

Bennett Gallery Team Shares Benefits Of Art As Long-Term, Reliable Investment Article by Julie Brown Patton | Photography by Melanie Davis Bennett Galleries houses a distinctive collection of contemporary fine art paintings and sculptures by both established and emerging artists. Curator of Bennett Galleries, Miranda Herrick, assures that customers can choose from a constantly evolving selection of abstract, landscape and figurative works by local, regional and international artists working in...

March 2024

Education

Build Wealth

Investing In A Financial Partner As Sound Strategy Article by Sue Baldani | Photography by Leslie Parrot When looking to invest one’s money, it’s important to determine what strategies should be in place to help achieve long-term goals. This isn’t always easy to do, so partnering with a financial advisor may be the best investment overall. “By working with an advisor who makes understanding your personal, family and business goals a priority, you have a true partner in helping you navigate...

March 2024

Home + Design

Beautify, Preserve Homes Through Remodeling

Providence Builder Group Team is Historic Home Qualified Remodeler Article by Julie Brown Patton | Photography by Tarrish Potter While Providence Builder Group professionals are known for excelling equally in residential and commercial custom construction, one of their recent remodeling projects for a 134-year-old abode stands out as a home enthusiast favorite.  Providence Builder Group owner Will Barron says it was a delight to renovate this historic house that was built in 1890 in...

March 2024

Home + Design

Plan Life's Next Chapter

Interior Firm Specializing In Senior Transitions Makes Next Spaces Home-Away-From-Home Article by Julie Brown Patton | Photography by Molly Peach Downsizing or resizing a living space while keeping most beloved items and prized possessions is possible through an estate transition and interior decorating firm in Nashville whose team specializes in senior living. Founder of the Nashville-based firm, Polly Luther, is Geena Davis, a self-professed space planner, consultant, decorator, client...

March 2024

Fitness

Invest In Oneself

Women Get Their Groove Back With Weight Training, Nutrition, Gut Health And Mindset Article by Michele Bogle The secret to beauty is more than just skin deep, a sentiment defending the notion that the best part of us is beneath the surface; our intellect, emotional well-being and spirituality. “I wasn't willing to throw in the towel and accept this as reality,” remarked Nashville’s Pamelyn Rocco, author, public speaker and founder of House of Health. She developed a program that enables...

March 2024

Arts + Culture

Telling Each Home's Stories

JFY Designs' Professionals Enjoy Décor Treasure Hunts, Eclectic Plans To Delight Clients Article by Julie Brown Patton | Photography by Provided by JFY Designs Establishing home décor is a fabulous opportunity to create fresh, current personal ambiance while also remaining timeless and flexible, proclaims one Nashville team of full-service interior design experts. The broad range of design and interior services of JFY Designs' professionals can be accessed at Le Studio, 2826 Dogwood Place, in...

February 2024

Arts + Culture

Refreshing Homes

Murphy Maude Interiors Offers Infinite Possibilities, Turnkey Design Process Article by Myra McEntire Nashville area homeowners and commercial location managers eager to refresh their homes or offices can tap into the professional guidance of Leslie Murphy, owner and creative director for Murphy Maude Interiors.  As for spring and summer trends, Leslie says, “We are trending toward darker-toned woods after a significant love affair with light, almost raw wood tones in kitchens.” She sees a...

February 2024

Arts + Culture

Designed For Living

Sanctuaries Of Beauty, Calmness And Light By Kate Figler Interiors Article by Sue Baldani When Kate Figler of Kate Figler Interiors in Nashville designs a home, she says she focuses on how it will make her client feel when the project is finished. “It's never lost on me that I’m creating a home that they come into every night to rest and recharge for the next day,” she says. “That's very important.” First, she determines what the client's goals are for the space in relation to how they live...

February 2024

Arts + Culture

Uniquity To Spaces

Lizzie Pogue Interiors: New Shades, Fabrics Can Offer New Personality, Freshness Article by Julie Brown Patton | Photography by Mary Craven Mixing layers of established and new colors or patterns is what interior designer Lizzie Pogue is known for via her full-service, boutique design firm Lizzie Pogue Interiors in Nashville. She's also fond of layering textures and incorporating antiques or family heirlooms into her design work to create unique, charming and welcoming spaces.  Lizzie...

February 2024

Life + Culture

Off To Iconic Jump Races May 11

Iroquois Steeplechase's 83rd Anniversary Presents Exciting Sporting Event, Hospitality, Southern Fashion Article by Julie Brown Patton Nashville's Rite of Spring is galloping in via the Iroquois Steeplechase on May 11 at Percy Warner Park. Gates at 2500 Old Hickory Boulevard open at 8 a.m. with an anticipated attendance of approximately 25,000 for a fun day of racing, parties, community and fashion. Tod Marks, contributing editor to the National Steeplechase Association, writes that the race...

February 2024