Real Estate

PRESENTED BY NORTHWOOD RAVIN

See inside: The Lodges of Huntersville, a new rental community with apartments & single-family homes near Lake Norman

Aug 18, 2026 | Brianna Crane

The Lodges of Huntersville checks all of the boxes: neighborhood-inspired atmosphere, mix of single-family and apartment rental homes and hospitality-inspired amenities—all close to popular Huntersville destinations like Birkdale Village and Latta Nature Preserve. The difference: Lodges of Huntersville has all of the amenities of a luxury complex with a wider range of layout options—including three- […]


Family

65% of Charlotteans are outsourcing household help

Aug 13, 2026 | Brianna Crane

If you’ve ever wondered how people are getting it all done, the answer is help.  Notable replies: Hiring help isn’t cheap, however. So here are some other tactical tips for creating more efficiency in your life. 


Real Estate

Backyard hosting houses are trending in Charlotte—and these 8 photos show just why

Aug 6, 2026 | Brianna Crane

This Myers Park recreation house is a picture-perfect example of how to add more square footage without having to tear down walls. The project: The owners wanted a detached entertainment space for family movie nights, hosting friends for gatherings, and a place for their young kids to hang out with their friends. Design tricks: The […]


Real Estate

Only 4 opportunities left in Foxcroft’s newest luxury enclave

Jul 30, 2026 | Brianna Crane

Directly across from Charlotte Country Day School, The Courts of Prince Charles is a 10-home luxury new-build community in the heart of Foxcroft—and just 4 opportunities remain, priced $1.74M–$2.04M.  KITCHEN: A true chef’s dream, the kitchen is adorned in handmade maple cabinetry, designer lighting and finishes, gorgeous quartz countertops, an oversized island with farmhouse sink […]


Real Estate

Time to find your dream mountain home? We found the best real estate agent in Cashiers

Jul 27, 2026 | Brianna Crane

A couple of months ago, I stayed at High Hampton for a wedding as a Cashiers first-timer. Obviously I started Zillow-ing, and every house that caught my eye was listed by Liz Harris (not kidding).  For example: Quick story: Liz has 20 years of experience as a top-ranked agent, specializing in luxury properties.  See all […]


Real Estate

Fully renovated Barclay Downs stunner on large lot aks $2.295M

Jul 27, 2026 | Brianna Crane

Beautifully reimagined from top to bottom, 550 Manning Drive delivers over 5,000 square feet of curated living space in one of Charlotte’s most sought-after neighborhoods. Main floor: Formal living and dining rooms flank the foyer, while the newly updated kitchen opens seamlessly to a screened-in porch and deck.  Room to grow: Recent (2024) updates added […]


PRESENTED BY TRI POINTE HOMES

How Tri Pointe Homes makes designing your dream home surprisingly simple

Jul 22, 2026 | Brianna Crane

Designing your dream home should be fun and creative; not overwhelming. Thankfully, Tri Pointe Homes is on a mission to take the guesswork out of making your dream a reality. How it works: Once you’ve selected your Tri Pointe Homes community and a to-be-built floorplan, you’ll head to the Design Studio—a one-stop personalization experience that sets Tri Pointe […]


Real Estate

Home Tour: See inside a Foxcroft home where form & function flow

Jul 20, 2026 | Brianna Crane

This Foxcroft home was thoughtfully reimagined by McCann Custom Interiors & Andrew Roby . With its perfectly placed pops of wallpaper, clever storage solutions and stunning finishes, it’s a space that is as beautiful as it is livable. Backstory: The scope of this project was an extensive renovation that touched nearly the entire home, including […]


Real Estate

Home Edit: These 3 Charlotte homes just hit the market, $750K-$1.8M

Jul 20, 2026 | Brianna Crane

Every week we scout Charlotte’s top new listings. This week we have a move-in-ready Madison Park ranch; Hunterville home with a putting green; and a private 5-acre property near Lake Wylie. Let’s dive in. 1. Move-in-ready Madison Park ranch hits the market under $750K Freshly renovated and packed with flexible space, 801 Fairbanks Road is […]


PRESENTED BY HELEN ADAMS

Charlotte’s $3M+ luxury market is thriving

Jul 15, 2026 | Brianna Crane

Charlotte’s luxury market, unbothered by still-high mortgage rates, is thriving, according to top agents at Helen Adams Realty. And buyers are in the driver’s seat when it comes to the luxury market, Katherine Hickman tells Scoop. Data show: The average home sale price so far in 2026 far exceeds $1M in Charlotte’s priciest neighborhoods.  “I […]


PRESENTED BY CALIFORNIA CLOSETS

See how a custom closet can transform your morning routine

Jun 15, 2026 | Brianna Crane

When Vidya Raman started working with California Closets designer Julie Bastien the goal was simple. Vidya wanted to make getting ready each morning easier and actually see everything in her closet.  The shift: “So why did I choose to do this? I wanted to anchor my identity,” Vidya says.  Julie more than delivered. Now, getting […]


Health+Wellness

Scoop Labs Report: Wellness is taking over interior design

May 29, 2026 | Brianna Crane

The latest home design trend of “invisible wellness” is something Charlotte designer Marie Cloud has been preaching for years.  Well-designed home gyms, saunas and cold plunges are here to stay but people are looking for wellness to be fully integrated into every aspect of their homes.  “Most clients aren’t asking for ‘wellness features’ by name,” […]


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