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Ideas for a Smarter Homework Station

  The kids are back in school so now is a great time to be sure they have a dedicated space for their studies.  Here are 4 solutions to create a space for your student:     1. Stickley Walnut Grove Gathering Island    While most furniture takes up space, Gathering Islands create it. The two-tiered surface of the Walnut Grove Gathering Island sits upon elegantly tapered A-frame legs. When paired with 25-inch Counter Stools, it provides a place to work or relax that is beautiful and ....

How to Create an Inviting Dining Room

The dining room is an important place for gatherings with friends and family. While it may not be used for every meal, or even every day, it still deserves attention. Here are 4 tips on creating an inviting atmosphere that will make you and your guests feel warm and comfortable:   Practical and Beautiful Storage   Every dining room needs some sort of closed storage. A buffet is a very practical and versatile option that allows hiding what needs to be kept out of sight, but also to sh ....

Designing Dining

It’s a great time to be thinking about your dining space with the holidays quickly approaching.  Lucky for you−we are here to help!  Willis offers a large variety of dining styles and options where you have the ability to customize the size, finish, shape, and so much more.  As a society, we have shifted to a more casual lifestyle and we see this in dining room furniture trends. The finishes are more subtle and sometimes distressed.  However, if you have a traditional home we are stil ....

Holiday Gathering Essentials From Stickley Walnut Grove Collection

Fall is finally here in Virginia Beach and that means the holidays are right around the corner! It's never to early to start prepping your dining area--especially if you are hosting! Walnut Grove is one of our favorite new collections from Stickley. Here are the essentials to create the perfect dining space! 1. Walnut Grove Dining Table Dynamic in stance, this table thoughtfully showcases the natural beauty of walnut grain. The table base features discreet pull-out extensions to support leaves ....

The Evolution of Dining

Fall is the best season to make your space a perfect place for relaxation and sheltering or to enhance your decor for receptions with family and friends over the coming months. Like many families, our memories were shaped around a table with moments of laughter, lively discussions, tasty meals, and games of all kinds in good company. The table is at the heart of the home, from the daily routine with the children to the biggest celebrations with friends and family. Over the years a lot has ....