I was born in Chicago, raised in the Midwest, and studied creative writing and journalism at the University of Iowa. I was quickly immersed in Southern culture when I moved to Birmingham, Alabama, and became a writer and editor for Southern Accents Magazine at Time Warner. The lavish interiors and grand architecture of the region inspired me to study interior design while working as an editor.
Today I am a lifestyle journalist, editor, brand strategist, and communications specialist with more than 25 years of experience managing and producing content for magazines, books, digital, television, and sales/marketing/PR assets. I am honored to put my skills to work creating lifestyle content for Lake Homes Realty and its ever-growing sister brands including Beach-Homes Realty and Mountain Homes Realty.
When mountains meet the sea, landscapes become more dynamic, architecture feels more site-specific, and outdoor culture takes on a different rhythm entirely. For homeowners who split their time between coastal properties and mountain retreats, the appeal is obvious. This is …
Mountain cities operate on a different tempo. Altitude alters not just climate but perspective, sharpening light, compressing distance, and placing daily life in direct conversation with landscapes that predate civilization. For those who gravitate toward alpine living—whether as homeowners or …
Rustic mountain homes are rooted in permanence—stone foundations, timber beams, and landscapes that change slowly over time. Yet the most successful mountain interiors feel anything but static. Whether tucked into the Upper East’s Adirondacks or perched along the Blue Ridge …
In high-elevation architecture, few feats are more captivating than those that flirt with the edge—literally. Structures built into cliffs and mountains create a visceral sense of suspension. They blur the boundary between human ingenuity and the natural world’s extremes. For …
Mountain homes are as much about structure and setting as they are about rituals. The heavy cast-iron skillet that sits ready on the stove in your lodge, cabin, or retreat is more than cookware—it’s your partner when altitude, crisp air, …
Owning property in a mountain region brings unmatched access to panoramic views, solitude, and invigorating climates. But living at high altitude comes with physiological demands and environmental nuances that merit thoughtful adjustment. Whether in the Adirondacks of the Upper East, …
