Home is where the heart is, and Coastal Virginia Magazine is here to help you make the most of your abode with home and garden stories, tips and interior design features about interesting or remarkable homes in the region. Explore decorating trends, hear from local gardening experts and much more.
Just Add Water
Ever wish you could feel like you’re on vacation in your own backyard? Who hasn’t? If you’ve already achieved comfy...
Market St. Makeover in Onancock
Kingston upon Hull, about an hour from York, England, is a long way from the town of Onancock on Virginia’s Eastern Shore....
Posh Pads
By Grace Silipigni Photos by Sami Roy, Floor plans provieded by The Pearl The post-pandemic real estate market proved to...
Unique Dining Spaces with Esprit Decor
ESPRIT DECOR OFFERS TAILORED DESIGN SERVICES TO HELP CUSTOMERS ACHIEVE THEIR DINING ROOM DREAMS For some, an empty room...
Find Room for Peace in Your Home
“When you walk through your front door, how do you want to feel?” That’s the million-dollar question before taking on any...
Kitchens That Pop
Anyone who follows home décor trends on social media and beyond will already know: bolder, more saturated colors are edging their way into a world of all-white kitchens. Sometimes it’s subtle—a hint of an interesting hue on the kitchen island. Other times, more in-your-face with a bright paint choice all over.
What’s so SMART about it?
The world has always been fascinated by smart homes, smart describing a home’s automated technology. Walt Disney dreamed...
East Coast Mid-Century Vibes
All Photos by Will Hawkins Television shows, advertisements, home interiors magazines and mainstream home goods stores...
The Gift of Going Green
Considering the holidays’ impact on our environment seemed like a good, mindful place to start. What are some ways to make...
Why You Should Consider Hiring an Interior Designer
By Johanna Calfee In the season of quarantines and temperamental weather, many of us find ourselves looking around and...
How to Choose a Rug You Will Love
By Johanna Calfee Rugs are the best of form and function. As grounding elements, rugs can often set the tone of a room...
Some Assembly Required: Norfolk’s New Co-Working Space
Assembly is nothing less than a flagship presence in downtown Norfolk for creators and technology innovators with globally...
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Taking it to the Next Level
Being recognized as one of the most up-and-coming and innovative pest and termite control companies in the country is important to Accel Pest & Termite Control. Being applauded as one of the best places to work in Hampton Roads is equally crucial. But what has...
Going Coastal
Esprit Decor has everything you need to bring the beachfront to your home Esprit Decor has been delivering quality home furnishings at affordable prices to Hampton Roads homes and beyond for nearly 40 years. From living rooms, home offices, bedrooms, and dining...
When You Want to ‘Cover with Quality,’ Count On Stublen Roofing
Your home is likely the single most important investment you’ll ever make. It’s where you build a family, create memories, and shelter from the elements. Something that important should be protected by people who understand your needs, as well as your sense of...
Russell’s Heating Cooling Plumbing & Electric
For 45 years, Russell's Heating Cooling Plumbing & Electric has served as Coastal Virginia’s most trusted provider for all things heating, cooling, electrical and plumbing. Buddy Smith, the company’s second generation president, reflects on the success of his...
Family-Owned Esprit Decor Built ‘Spirited’ Brand
Family-owned Esprit Decor built 'spirited' brand by offering high quality affordable home furnishings What began as a naval aviator wing fabric in 1972 has become a name for one of the most recognized names in home furnishings in Hampton Roads: Esprit Decor. “My...
Just Call Him ‘Coach’ Grogan
Howard Hanna executive strives to bring out the best in agents It was always Mike Grogan’s dream to be a coach. Now he is. Grogan, vice president and regional manager for the Central Atlantic region of Howard Hanna Real Estate Services, coaches agents. “I thought...
Brenda Reid of Howard Hanna
Turning dreams into reality for Virginia home buyers Developed, built and sold 180 neighborhoods in Hampton Roads | A leader in economic growth and development throughout the region Brenda Reid has spent her life helping people realize the American dream. Reid,...
Presidential Treatment: W.T. Anderson
Your investment deserves Presidential treatment from W.T. Anderson Local roofing company honored as top 1% in the nation | Triple Excellence Award | Customer Protection Excellence | Training Excellence After recently attending the GAF Conference & Expo in San...
Unique Dining Spaces with Esprit Decor
ESPRIT DECOR OFFERS TAILORED DESIGN SERVICES TO HELP CUSTOMERS ACHIEVE THEIR DINING ROOM DREAMS For some, an empty room breathes inspiration and opportunity, but for most, the large, barren space leaves us with more questions than answers. That’s where the experts...
Many Happy Returns to askHRgreen.org!
What is an appropriate gift for a 10-year old? A lava lamp, a new bike, markers for doodling, a hammock for day dreaming? Our friends at askHRgreen.org would probably go for all of these things, but the best gift we can think of is the gift of gratitude. Thank you...