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To me, the dream has never been to have the biggest house. It’s to have a space that anticipates everyday needs and is made with the most beautiful materials. And that’s exactly what makes 1210 Pegram Street stand out.  “Grande Custom Builders is the premier custom builder in Charlotte. Their portfolio of homes are known […]

Postino, an all-day restaurant and wine bar, is now open in the same development as Uchi and Maman in Plaza Midwood. Go deeper: Half-priced wine & other daily specials at Charlotte’s top wine bars

The most well-planned homes don’t sacrifice functionality—they marry the best of beautiful design and thoughtful spaces that simplify your daily routine and adapt with you over time. Prioritizing practical features that offer convenience, versatility and long-term value can help create a home that grows with you for years to come. And here are the top […]

Today’s Home Tour takes us through a recent Foxcroft remodel by Georgia Street Design. To me, this project really shows what founder Meredith Beregovski and her team do best—color.  The project: This six-month renovation included a full remodel of the primary bathroom, bedroom and closet.  The aim: The clients wanted a larger, more functional primary […]

Last week we asked if AI has improved your life in any way. The poll yielded some of our most thoughtful responses yet.  Your replies: “Yes. BUT I AM SCARED!” “I’m in a love-hate relationship in my CFO level role. For many things, it’s a fantastic tool to make me more efficient (board decks, automated […]

Moxie, the women’s creative clubhouse we’ve been talking about for months, has changed its name to The Florence.  They’re not alone: There have been a slew of local brands that have had to change their names before they even open. It’s an expensive process some new business owners are opening up about. What’s in a […]

Acre Homes, a Durham-based company solving the gap between renting and owning, just landed in Charlotte—hear about one resident they already helped purchase her next home in a sought-after Lake Norman community. How it works: Instead of buying your home at today’s 7% rates, you can use Acre to share in up to 50% of […]

Career Pivot is our newest series where we talk to people who’ve made major career changes.  First up, we have Hayden Hendrix who took her creative agency full-time one year ago this month. She works with brands we all love like Edit Sale, Daniel Gonzalez, Tiny Gods and so much more.  Share your career timeline […]

The Edit Sale returns to Camp North End Sept. 23-26 and Oct. 1-3. And we had a chance to catch up with the founders—following them around the warehouse—as they prepare for their 10th year. Background: Edit Sale, Charlotte’s signature designer consignment pop-up, started as a clothing swap between three close friends—Stephanie Bissell, Shelly Landau and […]

The latest Scoop survey shows 30% of Charlotte women spend $2.5K-$5K on beauty each year. Survey says: Under $1K: “In my 50s and stopped Botox completely. Started to hate the look of it and I’ve come to terms with my wrinkles. I just use tretinoin and a regular skincare routine. Get my hair cut every […]

In the last six months several independent, physician-led practices have opened, including Sorelle Health (gynecology), Voci Breast Surgery (breast surgery) and The Eastover Clinic (dermatology). The broader picture: People with discretionary income are shifting away from flashy labels and reinvesting in the things other people can’t see: hobbies that bring them joy, boutique healthcare and […]

Knowing which questions to ask a builder before hiring them can make all the difference between a custom home that stays on schedule and within budget and a project that becomes more complex and costly than expected.  Use this quick question guide, crafted by pros at Classica Homes, to help you thoroughly evaluate each potential […]