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Local builders lend advice on design, compliance & safety The beauty of lake living is being able to enjoy the views from your home and right on the water. Whether ...

Should you renovate a home or start over from scratch? You are about to realize your goal to own a lake house. You have pored over listings and gotten way ...

Photo: Michael Patch Enhancing Your Lakefront Paradise The gentle lapping of waves against the shore, the soothing rustle of leaves in the breeze and the stunning vistas of a pristine ...

Photo Courtesy of Southern Landscape Group Planning a Pool House Pools are popular for gathering and entertaining, but adding a pool house can be an afterthought. Rather than seeing the ...

UNDER-DECK DESIGNS THAT ENHANCE OUTDOOR LIVING For both lifestyle visionaries and lovers of the outdoors, an initial fantasy probably prompted you to choose Smith Mountain Lake. Maybe you pictured yourself ...

Practically all homeowners shudder at the sight of the ugly gray or light brown (mildew) or black/green/red speckles (mold) that crop up in basements and closets, on outdoor furniture cushions, ...

Lake days mean making the most of the great outdoors. Whether you’re gathering on decks with friends or cycling along the back roads or exploring waterways on paddleboards or kayaks, ...

The road to minimalism is paved brick by brick. Want to know one of the secrets to its strong foundation? It all comes down to maximizing storage. For those of ...