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5 Ways to Cozy-Up your Home for Fall

  Add Fresh Flowers   Nothing brightens up your home for the season like vases filled with fall flowers. Sunflowers and chrysanthemums are great choices because they'll remain beautiful for up to a week. The trick to keeping blooms fresh is to remove all leaves below the water line and change out the water every few days.     Wooden Accents   Adding wooden accents like these pieces from the Stickley Walnut Grove collection will help warm up any space. Wood adds a natural feeling o ....

4 Reasons Why Fall is the Best Season to Enjoy Outdoor Living

  1. Cooler Temperatures   Summers get very hot and humid here in Virginia Beach making it unbearable at times to appreciate the outdoors.  We are looking forward to cooler days where we can host al fresco dinners or even just being able to lounge around and enjoy a glass of wine and a good book.   2. Football Season   Tailgate parties and Sunday night football are perfect reasons to take advantage of cooler weather in your outdoor space.  Try setting up a projector screen to view ....

Space Planning Your Living Room

  The living or family room is one of the most important spaces within your home. It is a space for watching tv, socializing, and even resting which is why it is important to properly space plan so you and your family can get the most use out of the space. If you’re not sure where to begin – we are here to help.  We will listen to your ideas, make suggestions, and sketch our concepts. We will also help you with color coordination, fabric and finish selection.   This helps you work out ....

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 ....

Gat Creek Solid Wood Furniture

  We’ve Never Made The Same Product Twice   Nature is not in the business of consistency. There are no Formica® forests. Every hardwood tree that grows in the Appalachian mountains develops its own graining and tone depending on elevation, severity of the winters, rainfall and competition for sunlight. Once that tree makes it to the lumberyard, it’s up to our buyers to determine if it is Gat Creek-worthy.   “There are specific standards for grading lumber,” said Gat Caperton. � ....

The Best Sleeper Options for Your Holiday Guests

It's that time of year when the kids are going back to school and the holiday season is just a few months away.  It's also the time to consider your guest sleeping accommodations and we are here to help!  Willis carries several different sleepers that range from your typical sleeper sofa to a bed that folds up into storage cabinet.  We are here to help guide you through the many options to find what works best.  Here are a few of our favorites:      Poppy Murphy Cabinet Bed   Our ....

Introducing the Martine Collection from Stickley

  Easy to love   As we draw back the curtain on the Martine Collection, prepare to be surprised—and immediately captivated. Martine showcases the warmth and exuberance of cherry, but smoothed, rounded, and softened—a softness you want to reach out and touch! It’s a look that feels new and modern through the eyes of Stickley.       Permission to touch   The true beauty of the Martine Collection is in its sense of familiarity, calm, and comfort. While the clean shapes are ....

Five Tips to Recharge Your Energy From Stressless

  Now, more than ever, we all need time out from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Fortunately, it’s easy to de-stress and re-energise at home with the innovative functions, sublime comfort and clean Scandi look of Stressless® furniture. Imagine totally relaxing on a sofa that supports every part of your body or putting your feet up in the power-assisted recliner of your dreams. Investing in the world’s most comfortable and functional furniture can be the foundation of a routine ....

What to Consider When Buying a Sofa

  Sofas are a huge commitment for your home, and they are also expensive. Furthermore, they need to last for a long time, provide functionality, comfort, and work well with the rest of the space. The quality of the frame, suspension, cushioning, and upholstery are what separate a sofa that will last 10 to 20 years from one that will start to falter or look worn after only a few.   As a result, choosing the right sofa for your home and your lifestyle is a serious matter. When buying a new so ....