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READERS’ EACH YEAR, R•HOME ASKS READERS TO SHARE THEIR FAVORITE STORES AND HOME-SERVICE PROVIDERS. HERE ARE FAVORITES THEIR TOP PICKS FOR ALL THINGS HOME. 2018 INTERIOR DESIGNER OR DECORATOR WINNER If you are stumped with where to begin, pick something you truly love: a family chair, a collection or a piece of art. —Sara Hillery, owner of Sara Hillery Interior Design By PAULA PETERS CHAMBERS, MERIDITH INGRAM, ALEXA NASH and DINA WEINSTEIN Photos by ALEXIS COURTNEY Styling by LAUREN HEALY-FLORA readers_faves_2018.indd 64 2/7/18 3:01 PM
SHOPS ANTIQUES ART GALLERY BED LINENS WEST END ANTIQUES MALL CHASEN GALLERIES WILLIAMS & SHERRILL INTERIORS Described by one customer as her “feel- At Chasen Galleries, you’ll find an array In Williams & Sherrill’s newly transformed good place,” West End Antiques Mall has of fine art, glass and sculpture from more space, shoppers will find at least three nearly 300 vendors carrying an eclectic artists than Gallery Director Jeff Timlin — sometimes more — sumptuously inventory of furnishings, fixtures and can count — and they receive new pieces appointed beds on display for inspiration, accessories featuring something for ev- all the time at their new Ellwood Avenue with many lines of in-stock or custom- eryone. “We have customers that come location. “Landscapes are our bestseller,” order washable bedding at all price several times a week because they’re Timlin says. “People are looking for points. “We’re seeing a very textured, afraid they are going to miss something,” medium to large pieces to serve as a monochromatic bed, but we’re starting says Judy Splawn, manager. Midcentury focal point, over a sofa or mantel. We to see color introduced back,” says Jamie is still very popular, but Splawn says, “As have a lot of experience helping people Coffey, creative director. Another bedding soon as we sell a Midcentury piece, we find the perfect piece for those spaces.” trend, Coffey says, is using two deluxe, turn around and sell something from the 3101 Ellwood Ave., 804-204-1048, oversized shams instead of three or more early 1900s. You just never know!” chasengalleries.com for a cleaner look. 2003 Huguenot Road, 2004 Staples Mill Road, 804-359-1600, 2nd: Quirk Gallery 804-320-1730, williamsandsherrill.com westendantiquemall.com CABINETS 2nd: Sheppard Street Antiques 3rd: Gates Antiques Ltd. “WE HAVE CUSTOMERS CABINET CRAFTERS OF VIRGINIA While their 6,000-square-foot showroom APPLIANCES APPLIANCES ON LAKESIDE THAT COME SEVERAL offers ideas aplenty, Cabinet Crafters of Virginia can build whatever customers Not only do they carry top brands, Appli- TIMES A WEEK BECAUSE imagine. “We’re not limited to sizes, ances on Lakeside also purchased service colors or styles of cabinets,” says Vice provider Broughton Appliance in 2017. THEY’RE AFRAID President Mike Magne. He also says they “This has completed the picture for us create more than kitchens; they also do and allows us to take care of the custom- THEY ARE GOING TO bookcases, bathroom vanities, laundry MISS SOMETHING.” er from beginning to end,” says owner rooms and more. Painted cabinetry, often Tammy Kelley. She also says that “color” in whites and grays, remains their most is taking the appliance world by storm. —JUDY SPLAWN, popular kitchen selection, and Magne “Black stainless is on fire nationwide, and manager of West End Antiques Mall says that Shaker-style cabinets won’t it’s gorgeous!” 5418 Lakeside Ave., 804- likely go out of fashion any time soon. 266-7621, appliancesonlakeside.com 8221 Midlothian Turnpike, 804-232-7397, 2nd: Ferguson Bath, Kitchen cabinetcraftersofva.com BARGAIN FINDS & Lighting Gallery 2nd: Custom Kitchens Inc. 3rd: Appliance Contract Sales CLASS AND TRASH THRIFT ANTIQUES 3rd: Prestige Custom Cabinets Not one but two locations make this & Countertops ARCHITECTURAL SALVAGE operation a treasure seeker’s dream. CARAVATI’S INC. “People still get excited about a piece CONSIGNMENT FURNITURE Owner Jimmy Kastelberg can attest of furniture that has great bones, REVIVAL CONSIGNMENT that the DIY spirit is alive and well at refurbishing it and making it beautiful,” Talented staff, contagious energy, and Caravati’s, as homeowners come to his says Lisa Waldrop, who owns Class great consignors and customers “make family-owned business seeking salvaged and Trash with her husband, Ken. being here every day feel more like a doors, window hardware, lighting, shut- “[Repurposing] is a big push now. People party than a job,” says Whitney O’Connor, ters and more for their renovations and don’t want things going to the landfill; owner of Revival Consignment. Furniture other home projects. “Right now, and they want pieces to have a new life.” She is always their biggest seller, and hand- even last year and the year before that, says painted furniture and Midcentury knotted rugs and original art are trade- old reclaimed rough-sawn lumber has pieces remain hot commodities. 1720 marks. “Richmond has great taste, and been really popular for accent walls, man- Altamont Ave., 804-716-5316; 11088 shopping consignment is the best way tels, wrapping beams and dining tables,” Washington Highway, 804-798-0567, to round out your space with some really he says. 104 E. Second St., 804-232-4175, classandtrash.com interesting, high-style pieces. It’s the only caravatis.com 2nd: Diversity Thrift way, we believe, to achieve the sought- 2nd: Governor’s Antiques and 3rd: Hope Thrift after ‘collected’ look.” 9750 Gayton Road, Architectural Materials 804-750-2200, revivalconsignment.com 3rd: Lucky Junque 2nd: Izzie’s Consigning with Grace 3rd: Impulse LLC rhomemag.com 65. readers_faves_2018.indd 65 2/7/18 3:09 PM
READERS’ FAVORITES 2018 COUNTERTOPS GARDEN TOOLS AND SUPPLIES LIGHTING FIXTURES ARTISTIC STONE DESIGN STRANGE’S FLORIST AND GARDEN CENTER SHADES OF LIGHT Established in 2000, Artistic Stone Selecting tools and supplies is critical to A staple for more than 30 years, Shades Design custom fabricates and installs the success of a gardening project, says of Light prides itself on its eclectic mix countertops of granite, marble, quartz, Strange’s Meg Gouldin, human resources of offerings. Walter Froh, marketing soapstone and more. “We help people assistant, adding that staff members manager, credits the store’s buyers for love being at home, plain and simple,” are happy to help customers find just keeping inventory fresh and working says Billy Stephens, vice president. “We what they need. With a wide selection of with customers to help them express do this by educating and qualifying products, Strange’s can provide what’s their personal style. “We devote a lot of our customers so that expectations are needed for the beginner, expert or niche time and effort to making sure we have met and/or exceeded, and by providing gardener. “Our team knows what works the best selection,” Froh says. “Stop a quality product in a timely fashion.” best,” Gouldin says, “because we use by the store and just look at all the 11321 International Drive, 804-594-7069, the tools we sell on a daily basis in the new merchandise coming in; seeing artisticstonerichmond.com propagation and care of our own plants.” is believing.” 4924 W. Broad St., 2nd: Classic Granite and Marble 12111 W. Broad St., 804-360-2800; 3313 804-288-6515, shadesoflight.com 3rd: Brazilian Best Granite Mechanicsville Turnpike, 804-321-2200, 2nd: Ferguson Bath, Kitchen stranges.com and Lighting Gallery FABRIC 3rd: Tinker’s 2nd: Great Big Greenhouse U-FAB 3rd: Sneed’s Nursery It’s not just the wide variety of choices MIDCENTURY FURNITURE DEALERS in U-Fab’s 17,000-square-foot retail EVICTION showroom, but also the constant replenishing of inventory that makes “WE DEVOTE A Owner Derrick McElhaney says he relies on “lots of driving” for his finds, it a favorite, according to owner Travis LOT OF TIME AND but it’s worth it, given the flexibility Hamilton. “We bring in fabric year-round and usefulness of so many pieces. and nonstop,” he says. “There’s always a EFFORT TO MAKING “Midcentury design is a timeless look new selection here, so people can always with the quality of yesteryear,” he says, find something new.” Their expanded SURE WE HAVE THE noting that the architectural background of many Midcentury designers resulted Broad Street location also allows them to carry a wide range of home accessories BEST SELECTION.” in furniture strong in both form and and case goods. 7921 W. Broad St., function. But practicality isn’t everything. —WALTER FROH, 804-888-8322, u-fab.com marketing manager “I hope customers will find a unique piece of Shades of Light that will add a fun, eccentric touch to 2nd: Williams & Sherrill Interiors 3rd: Renew Home Furnishings their home,” he says. 2943 W. Marshall St., 540-845-9099, facebook.com/ FLOORING HOME ACCESSORIES eviction-1651368981744654 COSTEN FLOORS TINKER’S 2nd: Verve Home Furnishings President Tripp Costen encourages 3rd: Killer Junk Studios Owner Tony Coleman credits his wife, customers to prioritize three key factors: Sharon, for her diligence and creativity in MODERN FURNITURE price, style and durability. “You can finding the right pieces to feature in their usually get two out of three,” he says. “If retail shop. “She goes to the markets; LADIFF you could get everything, that would be she works with Virginia craftspeople; she President and co-owner Sarah Paxton the perfect floor!” Luckily, new flooring follows up on what she wants to carry,” says La Diff is always fresh thanks to staff options such as luxury vinyl tiles and he says. The décor found at Tinker’s is suggestions and regular customers who planks mean that homeowners can get anything but run of the mill, he adds. “The inspire purchases. New materials — such a swank look without breaking the bank. most unusual items you’re going to find,” as marble lookalikes and durable Crypton “At entry level, you can save half the he says, “you’re going to find at Tinker’s.” fabrics — help families find pieces that cost,” he says. “Most people can’t tell 2409 Westwood Ave., 804-359-1843, can go the distance. Empty nesters who the difference.” 9840 Mayland Drive, tinkerandcompany.com downsize need smaller-scale furniture, 804-527-2929; 13212 Hull Street Road, which has become a “major focus” for the 2nd: Twig 804-419-7855, costenfloors.com 3rd: Renew Home Furnishings retailer. “The way our customers live and the way homes are designed and built 2nd: Floor & Decor 3rd: Builder Décor also changes our selection,” she says. 125 S. 14th St., 804-648-6210, ladiff.com 2nd: Ruth & Ollie 3rd: Virginia Wayside Furniture 66 mar-apr 2018 readers_faves_2018.indd 66 2/7/18 3:25 PM
ARCHITECTURAL SALVAGE WINNER There is nothing quite like the craftsmanship and quality of salvaged architectural elements. We recommend looking for a carpenter who has an expertise and love of old house parts to do the installation. It will make a difference! —Jimmy Kastelberg, owner of Caravati's Inc., with his son, Ben readers_faves_2018.indd 67 2/7/18 2:50 PM
BEDDING WINNER Create a bed that is individualized. Mix and match bedding and add texture to a monochromatic WALLPAPER WINNER scheme. Do whites and off Go big with pattern whites on the bed to drum in a small space! up interest. Make it yours. —Annette Harriman, head of —Brooke Chappell, designer, wallpaper, Williams & Sherrill Williams & Sherrill 68 mar-apr 2018 readers_faves_2018.indd 68 2/7/18 3:02 PM
READERS’ FAVORITES 2018 OUTDOOR FURNITURE RUGS TRADITIONAL FURNITURE SUMMER CLASSICS CAPEL RUGS VIRGINIA WAYSIDE FURNITURE Summer Classics sees outdoor spaces “A rug is more than a floor cover; it Known for its classic lines, Virginia as a natural extension of the home itself. brings a room to life.” So says Marie Wayside continues to meet customers’ “Our customers want their outdoor rooms Hayden, Capel’s area manager, who needs by offering more casual and to be as comfortable and inviting as recommends that homeowners select transitional pieces that work with open their indoor rooms,” says Andy Yowell, a floor covering to “pull your space floor plans. Vice President Robin Childress Richmond store manager. Premium together” by complementing existing adds that the company still highlights materials, including Sunbrella fabric furniture and personal style while adding American-made products, seeking for cushions, are designed to deliver warmth, texture and color. With their workmanship over name recognition. longevity regardless of weather. “A vast selection of rugs, Capel also offers “We feel very strongly about supporting full staff of design consultants listens design assistance, and customers can our domestic manufacturers,” she says. to what our customers want and need even try a rug at home before making “Some are not necessarily national names, in their spaces, and helps them create a final decision. 3995 Deep Rock Road, but they are able to put more quality their dream outdoor room,” Yowell 804-290-8800, capelrugshome.com into their products, which is important to adds. 7905 W. Broad St., 804-935-3075, 2nd: Green Front Furniture us and our customers.” 10500 Patterson summerclassics.com/sc-stores/richmond 3rd: Kambourian Rugs Ave., 804-740-3124, vawayside.net 2nd: JoPa Co. 2nd: (tie) Ethan Allen; Tinker’s 3rd: Outdoor Dreams 3rd: (tie) Bassett Home Furnishings; PAINT & PAINTING SUPPLIES “OUR CUSTOMERS Green Front Furniture; Williams & Sherrill SPECTRUM PAINT WANT THEIR OUTDOOR WALLPAPER WILLIAMS & SHERRILL Formerly Virginia Paint, Spectrum continues to offer the Benjamin Moore ROOMS TO BE AS When it comes to bold decorating choices, Annette Harriman, a Williams & product line but also has PPG Pittsburgh Paints, in-house brands SPEC-PRO and COMFORTABLE AND Sherrill designer and manager, points to the ceiling — “It really is the fifth wall to SPEC-ONE, and a wide range of lacquers, stains and specialty coatings. “We strive INVITING AS THEIR a room” — where homeowners can add to offer the flexibility and response time INDOOR ROOMS.” personality or surprise. Another bold move is covering one wall in a dramatic of a small company, yet offer customers a —ANDY YOWELL, stripe or even a mural. “Murals used to be broad selection of products,” says Gentry Richmond store manager unattainable, but the printing processes Stafford, vice president of marketing. of Summer Classics are so great now, the murals look hand- 4307 W. Broad St., 804-359-5088; 11201 painted but are amazingly affordable,” Midlothian Turnpike, 804-794-3334; 10801 she says. 2003 Huguenot Road, W. Broad St., 804-747-7210; 13932 Hull St., TILE 804-320-1730, williamsandsherrill.com 804-739-7777, spectrumpaint.com MORRIS TILE DISTRIBUTORS 2nd: Lindsay Cowles LLC 2nd: Palette Paint and Home Tile selection matters, says Morris Tile PLANTS President Whit Morris. “A quality tile WINDOWS & DOORS presents a longevity to the function, SIEWERS LUMBER & MILLWORK STRANGE’S FLORIST AND GARDEN CENTER maintenance and aesthetic of any With a history dating to the late 19th “Coaching is at the heart of what we do,” installation,” he says, adding that the century, Siewers is well known for its says Meg Gouldin, human resources as- “long-tenured” staff at Morris excels at ability to deliver. While the company sistant. Learning comes from staffers — helping customers get just the look they carries national product lines, Richie who experiment with plants in their own want. Homeowners can also use tile for a Siewers, executive vice president, notes gardens and homes — as well as work- variety of projects, not just kitchens and that most windows and doors are shops and classes, which will increase baths. Morris says fun projects he’s seen custom-made here in Richmond, with just in 2018. Also on tap: a more interactive have included walk-in dog showers and a three- to four-week production time. landscape where customers can see the a wet bar in a horse barn. 2280 Dabney “They are so important to the design of growing techniques and coloring of cer- Road, 804-353-4427, morristile.net the home because they are the primary tain plants before they make a purchase. 2nd: Mosaic Home Interiors source of natural light,” he says. “Today’s 12111 W. Broad St., 804-360-2800; 3313 3rd: Floor & Decor insulated glass provides homeowners Mechanicsville Turnpike, 804-321-2200, the comfort they desire.” 1901 Ellen Road, stranges.com 804-358-2103, siewers.com 2nd: Great Big Greenhouse 3rd: Sneed’s Nursery 2nd: Window Depot USA of Richmond 3rd: Richmond Window rhomemag.com 69. readers_faves_2018.indd 69 2/7/18 3:09 PM
SERVICES AIR CONDITIONING & BASEMENT WATERPROOFING CARPENTER HEATING CONTRACTOR JES FOUNDATION REPAIR N. CHASEN & SON JAMES RIVER AIR CONDITIONING CO. In business for 25 years, JES has a team of Shane McCartney, commercial project Founded more than 50 years ago, this certified professional engineers who find manager, says the company’s services family-owned business strives to find solutions. “The goal is to permanently fix are essential for homeowners looking to solutions that are appropriate no matter the problem,” says Eric Lackey, public rela- enhance a room’s elegance for comfort what the situation. “Our goal in a perfect tions director, noting that some products or resale, by adding or replacing trim sense is that our systems cannot be seen actually come with transferrable lifetime and repairing everything from doors to or heard,” says Hugh Joyce, president. warranties. Taking advantage of significant windows, shelves to siding. “We assist our Regular maintenance — which can extend improvements in product design and ef- customers with sample procurement and a system’s life by as much as 50 per- ficiency, JES technicians offer free inspec- mock-ups in advance to help them make cent — makes good sense for everyone tions and estimates so customers can the best decision to suit their desired involved. “That makes the homeowners’ protect their investment in their house be- style,” he adds. 2924 W. Marshall St., lives happier, and that makes good busi- cause, as Lackey notes, “Foundation prob- 804-353-4563, nchasen.com ness sense,” he says. 1905 Westmoreland lems don’t fix themselves.” 2410 Southland 2nd: Jacob’s Ladder Inc. St., 804-358-9333, jamesriverair.com Drive, 866-370-4816, jeswork.com 3rd: Jeff Davis Renovations 2nd: AirPro Mechanical of Virginia 2nd: B-Dry 3rd: Mid Atlantic Mechanical & Repair 3rd: Bone-Dry Waterproofing and Foundation Repair APPLIANCE REPAIR APPLIANCES ON LAKESIDE When Appliances on Lakeside purchased Broughton Appliance Service in 2017, PAINT AND PAINTING the company added 100-plus years of SUPPLIES WINNER service: the combined years of expe- Always test colors on rience held by the four technicians the wall before you buy. who came on board. “We feel like —Beverly Hodges, we can cover most any problem that inside sales associate, comes up for a customer,” says owner Spectrum Paint Tammy Kelley. While repairs might not be unavoidable, Kelley says, regular cleaning is wise, “since it can reveal a small problem before it becomes a big problem.” 5418 Lakeside Ave., 804- 266-7621, appliancesonlakeside.com 2nd: (tie) Residential Appliance Specialist; RVA Repairs 3rd: Mr. Appliance of Richmond ARCHITECT MARK SPANGLER ARCHITECTURE With a commitment to clients’ prefer- ences, lifestyle, vision and — most criti- cally — budget, Spangler’s attention to detail is his focus. “I personally create the construction drawings, which gives me the opportunity to make modifications,” he says. With a B.F.A. in interior design, Spangler can merge the two disciplines into “seamless design solutions,” present- ing clients with potential concepts from multiple perspectives. “I always want to deliver more than I’m asked for,” he says. 1805 Highpoint Ave., 804-432-4739, spanglerarchitecture.com 2nd: Johannes Design Group 3rd: 3north 70 mar-apr 2018 readers_faves_2018.indd 70 2/7/18 3:09 PM
READERS’ FAVORITES 2018 CARPET & RUG CLEANER CLOSET INSTALLER DECK BUILDER HADEED-MERCER RUG CLEANING CLOSET FACTORY HOMELINK As a locally owned business for 75 years, Gain back control of clutter with the Creating a backyard oasis is achievable Mercer Rug Cleaning was acquired in locally owned franchise that’s been after one phone call to this Class A 2011 by another family-owned business, around since 1999. Owners Teresa contractor. Focusing on communication, Hadeed Carpet, founded in Alexandria in and Bryan Mueller and their team of they are attentive to the process from 1955. The Richmond location continues designers are committed to helping beginning to end and beyond. “Creating the tradition of providing a full range of customers create and build a custom sanctuaries for dining, lounging and rug-cleaning services, including hand- design that fits their everyday needs. unwinding is what we love to do,” says washing, repair and restoration. Better “We’re able to meet our customers’ Bill Maslink, president. 14241 Midlothian yet, the company’s pickup and delivery needs from the basic closet to a custom Turnpike, Ste. 134, 804-378-3580, service means customers don’t have cabinet,” says Bryan Mueller. 10520 homelinkamerica.com to wrestle their rugs out their front Lakeridge Parkway, Ashland, 804- 2nd: Add a Deck door. 3116 W. Moore St., 804-358-3811, 559-0001, closetfactory.com 3rd: Outdoor Dreams mercerrugcleaning.com 2nd: Inspired Closets 3rd: Closets of Virginia DECORATIVE PAINTER 2nd: Chem-Dry of Richmond 3rd: Christian-Lorraine Oriental Rugs H.J. HOLTZ & SON Sit down with an award-winning CHIMNEY SWEEP OR REPAIR “OUR PAINTING AND decorative artist in H.J. Holtz’s design COUGOT’S CHIMNEY SERVICE room for a consultation to bring a Keeping chimneys, vents and fireplaces WALLPAPERING CREWS custom, intricate vision for a room to clean is a pivotal part of home life. They match artists with interior and ownership, and this service stands ARE BETTER AT THEIR exterior painting crews to get the job out by taking a friendly, neighborly done, a process perfected over 80 years approach. They boast an A+ Better JOBS BECAUSE THEY’RE of service. “Our painting and wallpapering Business Bureau rating and are certified by the Chimney Safety Institute of EXPOSED TO THE crews are better at their jobs because they’re exposed to the innovative things America. “We try to go out every day and do the best thing we can for our INNOVATIVE THINGS that our decorative team can do,” Rick Holtz, president, says. 3106 W. Moore St. great customers,” owner Dan Fitzpatrick THAT OUR DECORATIVE 804-358-4109, hjholtzandson.com says. 6507 Old Warwick Road, 804- 2nd: Art to Di For 798-0855, cougotschimneyservice.com TEAM CAN DO.” 3rd: Barden’s Decorating 2nd: Neat Sweep 3rd: (tie) Chimney Saver Solutions; —RICK HOLTZ, DRIVEWAY REPAIR Santa’s Chimney Services president of H.J. Holtz & Son TIE: R. WILLIAMS PAVING AND SEALING; RIVER CITY WRAP CUSTOM FURNITURE MAKER Family-owned and -operated by Dana and OWEN SUTER’S FINE FURNITURE COUNTERTOP INSTALLER Richard Williams and their son, R. Williams From a small bedside table to an entire ARTISTIC STONE DESIGN Paving and Sealing has seen every kind of bedroom set to a library, bringing an “We follow the golden rule of treating crack, and they use earth-friendly products entirely unique furniture idea to life is people the way we want to be treated,” to repair them. “We all drive the trucks, more than possible from this local fine says owner Jon Rathke. When a we all operate the equipment,” says Dana furniture designer. “We make it right here customer comes in to the showroom Williams. River City Wrap specializes in in town and give you a real quality piece,” with a vision, the company works exposed aggregate restoration, asphalt, says Owen Suter, president. 4408 W. through each step, from consultation to concrete, and in-house formulations of Broad St., 804-359-9569, owensuters.com installation. They can also help answer epoxies, coatings and repair products. 2nd: Governor’s Antiques questions regarding countertop care and They created a one-of-a-kind asphalt seal- & Architectural Materials 3rd: (tie) Renew Home Furnishings; maintenance. “Our goal is to help people ant derived from soy instead of crude oil, Harrison Higgins Inc. love being at home, and we truly mean says owner Brandon Shiver. R. Williams: that.” 11321 International Drive, 804- 2436 Bridgewater Drive, 804-784-7283, 594-7069, artisticstonerichmond.com rwilliamspavingandsealing.com; River City 2nd: Classic Granite & Marble Wrap: 2912 Mill Manor Drive, 855-949-9727, 3rd: Brazilian Best Granite rivercitywrap.com 2nd: (tie) All Star Paving; Pro-Seal Services; Seal This; Wells Paving & Seal Coating rhomemag.com 71. readers_faves_2018.indd 71 2/7/18 3:09 PM
READERS’ FAVORITES 2018 ELECTRICIAN DAVIS & GREEN ELECTRICAL A Richmond-based company since MIDCENTURY FURNITURE 1985 and accredited by the Better DEALERS WINNER Business Bureau, Davis & Green Don’t follow the fads Electrical prides itself on complete just buy what you like. dedication to customer satisfaction. —Derrick McElhaney, owner Owner and CEO Lynn Green heads the of Eviction, with co-owner licensed, Class A electrical contractor Colby Flinchum business. “We value and appreciate every customer, no matter if it’s a one- hour service call, a multiweek project or a large-scale industrial job,” Green says. “Our customers feel valued and taken care of, and so do our employees.” 132 Brandon Road, 804-655-4998, dgelectrical.com 2nd: SmartWire 360 3rd: Lowman Electrical Contractor EMBROIDERY SHOP RICH’S STITCHES Identical twins Chris and Cecilia Rich have been embroidering for Richmond for 30 years, and they’ve grown their business through word-of-mouth and building relationships instead of one- and-done projects. Their pooch, Brodie, meets customers at the door, continuing the tradition of having a furry friend in the shop. “We’ve been treating people like family, since we are family, and you get a really great quality product,” Chris Rich says. “We really enjoy what we do.” 4013 MacArthur Ave., 804-262-3477, richsstitches.com 2nd: It’s Letter Perfect 3rd: Atlantic Embroidery Works ESTATE SPECIALISTS FENCE BUILDER FLOORING INSTALLER GATES ESTATES MINOR’S FENCES HOMELINK This estate-sales company offers Building customized fencing for about Giving a room a modern facelift can be traditional, on-site tag sales or digital 30 years, Minor’s Fences specializes in as simple as replacing worn-down floors auctions for almost any situation, from custom-built residential wood, PVC and and outdated tile. Functional and stylish residential to business settings. “This has ornamental aluminum fencing. From floors are this contractor’s specialty, with been a really wonderful service for folks residential to commercial projects, the plenty of looks from which to choose. who may find themselves up against team will decide what type of fencing will The staff leads customers to what will the wire,” says owner Tim Gates. “We fit the job and respect their customers’ fit their home and lifestyle, making sure helped several folks this year, leaving the needs. “We act like we’re working at our the process is quick and easy. “Nothing entire property broom-clean, just in time own house every day,” Minor Hairfield, refreshes and updates a home like new for closing later that week, or in three president, says. “We treat people with flooring,” says Bill Maslink, president. instances this year, the very next day.” respect and give them the job that they 14241 Midlothian Turnpike, Ste. 134, 804- 804-347-0453, gatesestatesllc.com deserve.” 12152 Washington Highway, 378-3580, homelinkamerica.com 804-752-0096, minorsfences.com 2nd: Costen Floors 2nd: Circa Estate Sales 3rd: (tie) RVA Estate Sales; 2nd: Hurricane Fence Co. 3rd: Builder Décor Fini Estate Sales 3rd: Hercules Fence of Richmond, Va. 72 mar-apr 2018 readers_faves_2018.indd 72 2/7/18 3:13 PM
FLOORING REFINISHER GENERAL CONTRACTOR GUTTER CLEANING COSTEN FLOORS HOMELINK WINDOW GENIE OF RICHMOND The family-run flooring company has been “We don’t impose our style and likes,” “We’re neat,” says Peter Breil, owner. around for 70 years, which gives them says Bill Maslink, owner. “But you “We bag everything and take it with the know-how to complete a refinishing will work with people who will go to us and dispose of everything. That is project. Their craftsmen and employees, showrooms and give assistance — from routine.” Staff perform routine flushing along with a strong sense of pride, set paint colors to countertops — when you of downspouts, attend to clogged or them apart. They have done projects all need it.” Dedicated project managers covered gutters and can deal with related around the state and the East Coast, led are focused on remodeling projects to problems like rotten wood or cracked by third-generation finishers. “We do all update bathrooms, kitchens, third floors foundations. Other services include different kinds of floor covering; basically, or decks. Staffers work with clients’ window cleaning, power washing and anything you can walk on,” says Tripp ideas based on conversations or pictures solar film installation to shield from UV Costen, president. “A happy customer is a from magazines. Communication and rays that can damage furniture. 1726 measure of success.” 9840 Mayland Drive, speedy reliability are points of pride. 4241 Altamont Ave., Suite C, 804-389-4002, 804-527-2929, costenfloors.com Midlothian Turnpike, Suite 134, 804-378- westend.windowgenie.com 2nd: Builder Décor 3580, homelinkamerica.com 2nd: Mind in the Gutter 3rd: (tie) Harrison Woodworks; Mike 2nd: Mark Franko Custom Building 3rd: Homelink Myers Floor Co.; Old Dominion Floor Co.; 3rd: Central VA Construction Inc. SandFree of Richmond HANDYMAN FRAMER TIE: HANDYMAN MATTERS; FRAME OF MIND “WE EXTEND OUR MR. HANDYMAN OF RICHMOND Handyman Matters owner Michele Dean Odd-sized framing projects are no match for this custom framing shop on Grove WORK AN EXTRA says they think of themselves as problem solvers. “My staff can do services like Avenue. The goal is to keep projects affordable and easy; no signatures MILE TO GIVE PEOPLE carpentry, drywall and flooring. So we try to send the best employees for the required, and owner Inge Labuschagne discusses the needs of each customer THE COMFORT THEY problem you have.” Mr. Handyman of Richmond specializes in small- to herself. “We will work with you if you NEED AFTER medium-sized jobs completed by skilled, don’t have the budget,” she says. “I’m experienced workmen employed by the always here; I’m not just some person A DISASTER.” company, allowing for same-day service. running the store, you can look me in the Owner Gina Chapman says, “We have a —TONY COLEMAN, eye.” 4818 Grove Ave., 804-359-0060, client concierge to make sure everything president of Tinker's frameofmindrichmond.com runs smoothly.” Handyman Matters: 2nd: Rick’s Custom Frame + Gallery 7499 Whitepine Road, 804-414-0512, 3rd: Fralin Art & Frame handymanmatters.com; Mr. Handyman GLASS PROJECTS (REPLACEMENT FURNITURE REPAIR AND MIRRORS) of Richmond: 4196-B Innslake Drive, 804- AND/OR REFINISHING 270-7272, mrhandyman.com/richmond/ ACE GLASS TINKER’S “We pride ourselves on being fast,” says HARDSCAPE DESIGNER Bringing old furniture back to life President Justin Reed of this family- & INSTALLER through a variety of services has been owned and -operated business. He says OUTDOOR DREAMS this company’s mainstay for 30 years. A that because they stock a lot of their This outdoor design-build firm prides majority of the projects they take on are glass, they’re able to provide speedy itself on providing service that is after fires or floods. “We extend our work service — many times, same-day service. organized and enjoyable, abiding by the an extra mile to give people the comfort Around the home, they have the ability strictest build practices. “We emphasize they need after a disaster,” says Tony to install a range of windows, doors and the design and working with the client,” Coleman, president. Some restoration mirrors — including shower doors, storm says Greg Koehler, owner and lead projects come at a cost to the company, glass replacements and beveled mirrors. designer. “We have a unique design but Coleman says the customer is more They can also perform repairs or custom process that revolves around a feedback important than the bottom line. “We try installations. 11525 Midlothian Turnpike, loop.” 3126 W. Cary St., No. 444, 804-592- to give something back to society every No. 105, 804-379-3368, aceglassva.com 1305, outdoordreamsva.com day.” 2409 Westwood Ave., 804-359-1843, 2nd: Binswanger Glass tinkerandcompany.com 3rd: Budget Glass Co. 2nd: Commonwealth Curb Appeal 3rd: Mike’s Landscaping & Design 2nd: Renew Home Furnishings 3rd: Governor’s Antiques and Architectural Materials rhomemag.com 73. readers_faves_2018.indd 73 2/7/18 3:14 PM
READERS’ FAVORITES 2018 HOME BUILDER HOUSECLEANING SERVICE LAMP/FIXTURE REPAIR BEL ARBOR BUILDERS HOMELINK SHADES OF LIGHT The custom residential construction “Customers will experience consistent This longtime business focuses on company’s architect, builder and interior service offered on the same day of the lighting, rugs and accent furniture. “What designer team creates homes from week and with the same team,” says sets our business apart is that our staff concept to completion. “We take a owner Bill Maslink, who acknowledges are talented artisans,” says Walter Froh, design-build approach,” says owner Joe we’re all creatures of habit. “We pride merchandise and marketing manager. Hill. “We have never built the same house ourselves on the detailed approach to “They’ve worked at restoring lights to twice. So every customer gets a unique cleaning, including behind the toilets and the most prestigious hotels, including product.” The firm, which is small enough dusting, to make our customers happy.” servicing huge chandeliers. Everyone is to adapt to clients’ personal style — Weekly or bi-weekly appointments very passionate about lighting. They are European romantic, Mediterranean, urban to scrub specific areas or a general happy to see beloved fixtures come back farmhouse or contemporary — equips top-to-bottom sweep are completed into service.” Customers will experience homes with valuable energy efficiency. by dependable cleaning staff using quality workmanship delivered in a timely 9842 Lori Road, No. 201, Chesterfield, clear communication. 4241 Midlothian manner. 4924 W. Broad St., 804-288-6515, 804-751-9050, belarborbuilders.com Turnpike, Suite 134, 804-378-3580, shadesoflight.com/pages/richmond- 2nd: Eagle Construction of Va. homelinkamerica.com lighting-store 3rd: Biringer Builders 2nd: Governor’s Antiques & 2nd: The Maids 3rd: Molly Maid Architectural Materials HOME MEDIA SALES 3rd: Paul’s Place & INSTALLATION INARAY DESIGN GROUP “WE HAVE NEVER LANDSCAPE DESIGNER The custom lighting and media CARTWRIGHT LANDSCAPING installation team at Inaray considers how BUILT THE SAME “We do maintenance, irrigation, people interact with light, sound and design and installation,” says owner technology in the home. “What people HOUSE TWICE. SO Jeff Cartwright. “We are a full-service EVERY CUSTOMER want is the experience that technology company so that clients can put their offers,” says owner Todd Peace. “We’re full trust in us. We take care in the initial a design-first company, then we choose the things you need to interact with. We GETS A UNIQUE consultation, maintenance and follow up.” Collaborative landscape design can look for products that make the home PRODUCT.” include trips to a plant nursery, bringing plants out to stage a design, and viewing delightful. We spend a lot of forethought on how it will look and how it will —JOE HILL, previous jobs. Cartwright also educates integrate with the home.” 201 W. 7th St., owner of Bel Arbor Builders clients about how their plants will look 804-745-6496, inaray.com throughout the year. 4 Gaymont Road, 804-381-8204, cartwrightlandscaping.com 2nd: Livewire 3rd: (tie) AudioTech; Sound & Image INTERIOR DESIGNER 2nd: Outdoor Dreams Design; Structured Cable of Va. OR DECORATOR 3rd: Mike’s Landscape & Design SARA HILLERY INTERIOR DESIGN HOME ORGANIZER Her tagline “Southern Style, Modern LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE MINIMA SERVICE Sophistication” reflects Sara Hillery’s Minima helps clients reduce clutter and childhood marked by traditional CARTWRIGHT LANDSCAPING get organized, but also to create spaces. furnishings and interior spaces. “I try to The detailed lawn-care service offered “My previous career as an architect gives take the interiors, the memories and the by Cartwright Landscaping includes me the expertise to create spaces that traditions, and update them for modern weeding, mulching and varying mower are both functional and beautiful,” says luxury,” Hillery says. “I take that idea to heights depending on the season. owner Kristen Ziegler. The process is meld together a more modern idea that “We’re not a trim, mow and blow and nonjudgmental. “We start by creating simplifies your life.” Her firm aims to get out of there,” says owner Jeff a custom plan, then offer hands-on shape a space not just by making it look Cartwright. “We tell clients, if something organizing sessions. Our team approach, pretty, but also by creating something is not as you want it, let us know.” with up to four organizers, allows clients that functions better. 511 Sleepy Hollow Trust, Cartwright knows, is essential to to see faster results.” 2604 Parkwood Road, 804-332-5511, sarahillery.com homeowners hiring the firm again and Ave., 804-482-1554, minimaonline.com 2nd: Melissa Mathe Interior Design again. 4 Gaymont Road, 804-381-8204, 2nd: Compass Home Solutions 3rd: Stephanie Casey Interior Design cartwrightlandscaping.com 3rd: Home Reimagined RVA 2nd: BWS Landscaping 3rd: Mike’s Landscape & Design 74 mar-apr 2018 readers_faves_2018.indd 74 2/7/18 3:15 PM
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READERS’ FAVORITES 2018 MASONRY PAINTER PEST CONTROL SERVICE OUTDOOR DREAMS H.J. HOLTZ & SON LOYAL TERMITE & PEST CONTROL “We are an outdoor design and build “We work in people’s homes who want Staffers at the full-service pest control firm that specializes in outdoor and a higher-level look,” says owner Rick company also conduct real estate inspec- landscape remodeling projects,” says Holtz. “We work with a lot of designers tions and bedbug services. Marketing owner Greg Koehler. A feasibility study and homeowners who are particular Director Glen Eastman says the work- informs clients of proper build practices with what they want.” Fifty percent ers’ upper-level certification ensures an and what it would take to correctly of their work is interior painting. With especially efficient, quick, respectful and construct masonry projects including older buildings, Holtz is sensitive to lead friendly staff. “Pest control is important patios, retaining walls, pavers and stone. issues, with all painters going through for health, the environment and your An estimate keeps clients aware of the lead paint training. On exteriors, a staff home’s property value,” Eastman says. potential costs. Customer and company carpenter makes sure that the structure Services fight termites and common embark on a collaborative design process is stable. Holtz has name-brand household pests, and seasonal mosquito with a dedicated management team recognition thanks to the company’s control is also offered. 2610 E. Parham providing weekly progress reports. 3126 80-year-old longevity. 3106 W. Moore Road, 804-737-7777, loyalpest.com W. Cary St., No. 444, 804-592-1305, St., 804-358-4109, hjholtzandson.com 2nd: (tie) Dodson Bros.; Orkin outdoordreamsva.com 2nd: Homelink 3rd: Southern Pest Control 2nd: BWS Landscaping 3rd: N. Chasen & Son MOVER FRAMING WINNER MOXIE MOVERS Select a frame that A small, in-town company, Moxie complements the art, not Movers has a few trucks and about the décor of the room. 20 movers known for muscles and —Inge Labuschagne, manners who are also students, owner of Frame of Mind musicians or jugglers. “When you work with movers who are polite and engaged, it’s different,” says owner Jesse Whitacre, who approaches moving with a customer service angle of supporting people who have a dream or goal but need support. “We have a lot of personal attention to specific needs on such a chaotic day. Can-do is one of our values.” 804-928-1111, moxiemovers.com 2nd: My Guys Moving & Storage 3rd: Hilldrup Moving & Storage OUTDOOR LIGHTING INARAY DESIGN GROUP Outdoor lighting constructed by Inaray Design Group aims to transform spaces like dark driveways and home exteriors into warm, illuminated environments. “We look to create scenes that are continuous and inviting,” says owner Todd Peace. “We go for arrival scenes, and that scene can continue on the inside.” They can also install lights that have the potential to respond to automatic movements. Lifestyle programming responds to routines and rhythms of a household and the seasons. 201 W. Seventh St., 804-745-6496, inaray.com 2nd: Outdoor Dreams 3rd: Mike’s Landscape Design 76 mar-apr 2018 readers_faves_2018.indd 76 2/7/18 3:17 PM
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READERS’ FAVORITES 2018 PLUMBER SPA/HOT TUB SALES AND SERVICE UPHOLSTERY SERVICES R.J. TILLEY PLUMBING & HEATING PLA-MOR POOLS U-FAB The highly trained staff is experienced This multigenerational family business “We are a one-stop shop for anything in addressing crucial plumbing issues, carries Bullfrog and Dream Maker Spa that revolves around fabric and whether it’s clearing clogged drains brand hot tubs with advanced technology upholstery,” says owner Travis Hamilton. or conducting high-tech optical sewer for a soothing aquatic experience. “We do all upholstery in-house. We offer inspections using video. “The big thing Their work is trusted by residential service no one else can replicate.” U-Fab [staff members] try to do is put ourselves customers and professional football also offers reupholstery services, as in customers’ shoes,” says owner Steven teams like the Washington Redskins. well as custom furniture, ottomans and Kern. “Customers will experience quick, “We specialize in educating customers,” headboards. “What sets us apart is our friendly service. Most of our guys are says owner Jennifer Clements. “That knowledge,” Hamilton says. “We know family type of people. And they leave just makes the experience with the purchase fabric and the challenges, and what can as clean a house as when they got there.” more enjoyable.” Their close-knit and and what cannot be done.” 7921 W. Broad 11058 Washington Highway, No. 1, 804- knowledgeable year-round staff has St., 804-888-8322, u-fab.com 355-7110, rjtilley.com been recognized in their industry as 2nd: Renew Home Furnishings 2nd: Carroll Plumbing & Heating retailer of the year. 7225 Bell Creek Road, 3rd: Tinker’s 3rd: Herman W. Allen Plumbing No. 238, Mechanicsville, 804-746-5555, plamorpools.com WALLPAPER HANGER REAL ESTATE AGENT H.J. HOLTZ & SON CABELL CHILDRESS GROUP SWIMMING POOL INSTALLER Owner Rick Holtz says his paper hangers Crediting his positive reputation PLA-MOR POOLS are so clean and quiet that clients barely and business success to his team’s “We aggressively train our staff so even know the workers are in their outstanding service to home buyers, they are very knowledgeable about homes. “It’s a messy and disruptive sellers and investors in the Richmond the products,” says Jennifer Clements, process,” says owner Rick Holtz. “We metropolitan area, Cabell Childress says, owner of Pla-Mor Pools, which focuses try to make it the least disruptive as “I surround myself with exceptional on installing above-ground pools and possible.” The company’s experience people who provide a high level of service renovating in-ground pools. “Our friendly goes back three generations of paper to exceed our clients’ expectations. We’re staff gives honest answers and tells hangers, with a staff of skilled workers more available, extremely responsive customers the pros and cons so they who go to national training sessions to and hard working. Our clients will can make an informed decision. It’s not master textured paper hanging as well as experience our attention to detail, just about making a sale, but about hanging artists’ murals. 3106 W. Moore St., over-communication and top-notch the customer being happy with what 804-358-4109, hjholtzandson.com negotiation skills.” 11225 Nuckols Road, they purchased.” 7225 Bell Creek Road, 2nd: N. Chasen & Son 804-346-4411, cabellchildress.com No. 238, Mechanicsville, 804-746-5555, 3rd: Barden’s Decorating 2nd: Alexis Thompson — River Fox Realty plamorpools.com 3rd: Kevin Currie Group WELDER/IRONWORK 2nd: JoPa Co. 3rd: Douglas Aquatics WEST END MACHINE & WELDING ROOFER “We do everything from welding lawn HARDESTY ROOFING TREE CARE chairs to stairs to rails in apartment “We have an excellent, large staff,” says TRUETIMBER ARBORISTS buildings,” says Mike Mitchell, vice Sam Hardesty, president of Hardesty With Truetimber, certified arborists president of West End Machine & Roofing, which builds, repairs and perform tree care, management and Welding. In business for over 50 years, performs maintenance on roofs. “They removal. “We consider ourselves stewards they offer attentive customer service and treat every roof as if it is their own. We of the urban forest,” says owner Scott a century of combined experience. “We all put in hard work and long hours.” Turner. Tree care can be serious business, live in a disposable world, but most things After hailstorms damaged area roofs, especially after a storm, when, Turner can be repaired through welding,” says Hardesty’s licensed and insured Class A says, many people become afraid of Mitchell. “We’re an old-school company contractors responded, putting in a lot damaged trees on and off their property. with long-term answers and experience.” of extra hours addressing customers’ His approach to customer relations 6804 School Ave., 804-266-9631, issues. When re-roofing, workers is treating clients like neighbors. Tree westendmachine.com remove and dispose of the old materials, creations for the young include tree 2nd: (tie) Governor’s Antiques & guaranteeing cleanup. 14430 Sommerville swings and tree houses. 3008 W. Clay St., Architectural Materials; Small Axe Forge Court, Midlothian, 804-378-9163, 3rd: (tie) Bruin Design; Phoenix Handcraft 804-218-8733, truetimber.net hardestyroofing.com 2nd: Arborscapes 2nd: Jacob’s Ladder 3rd: (tie) Arborgast Tree and Stump; 3rd: Nathan’s Roofing Woodchuckers Tree Service 78 mar-apr 2018 readers_faves_2018.indd 78 2/7/18 4:13 PM
HE ND M O NG T RICHMO D ED A S IN VOT ENTIST r. Claire Kaugars and D TOP Dr. Benita Miller have been proudly serving Central Virginia for over 30 years. Graduates of VCU School of Dentistry, they received their periodontal training at VCU and Medical College of Georgia, respectively. Dr. Kaugars is immediate Past President of the Richmond Dental Society, and Dr. Miller serves as President of the Virginia Dental Association. They offer leading edge periodontal and dental implant services to enhance the smile as well as manage periodontal disease, which studies have shown can impact overall Creating thethefoundation Creating foundation ofofaabeautiful beautiful smile... smile... health. Drs. Kaugars and Miller are excited about welcoming Dr. Lisa Turner to their practice. Recently Dr. Drs.Claire ClaireKaugars, KaugarsDr. andBenita Miller, Benita Miller completing her periodontal training Diplomates, American Board of Periodontology Diplomates, American Board of Periodontology at VCU, she brings a wealth of and Dr. Lisa Turner knowledge and energy. To learn more Specializing Specializing in in (804) 285-4867 (804) 285-4867 about optimizing your periodontal Periodontics Periodontics andand 5700Old 5700 Old Richmond Richmond Ave. Ave. health, contact our office today. Implants www.richmondperio.net Implants Suite C-14 DrsKaugars&Miller_1\3b_0709.indd DrsKauger&Miller.1\2h.0318.indd 1 1 6/12/09 5:51:26 PM 2/13/18 6:38 PM MoxieMovers.12h.0318.indd 1 2/13/18 11:22 AM _franks_rh_0318.indd 79 2/13/18 7:22 PM
READERS’ FAVORITES We can make your design vision a reality 2018 WINDOW TREATMENT FABRICATOR SPECIALTY DRAPERY The company’s 24,000-square-foot showroom stocks a wide range of window treatment options, including custom Best Painter, Wallpaper Hanger & Best Decorative Finishes drapery and shades. Certified window treatment consultants guide clients through the design process and through making selections from thousands of VOTED WINNER products that can be custom-made. Best Painter & Measurement and installation services are Wallpaper Hanger also provided. “We listen to customers,” says Debbie Lavette. “We can tell them what problems could arise regarding heat or glare. We steer customers to the correct product and solution, not just to a particular product.” 1221 Admiral St., 804-264-3000, specialtydrapery.com 2nd: U-Fab 3rd: The Way Home — Barbara Russell WINDOW WASHER Painting, Wallpapering, Furniture & Cabinets, Wall Graphics, Specialty Finishes WINDOW GENIE Call for an appointment to visit our Studio Owner Pete Breil says his residential window cleaning company is detail- 3106 West Moore Street, Richmond, VA 358-4109 hjholtzandson.com oriented and focused on customer service. “We insist on high-quality work, and we guarantee all of our work,” he says. “Clients will experience a prompt HJHoltz.1\3b.0915.indd 11 HJHoltz.13b.0318.indd 8/19/15 2/12/18 12:55 4:10 PM response and on-time service.” Customers can schedule service that includes scrubbing, squeegeeing and wiping down for sparkling clarity. All employees are bonded and background-checked, and when working inside, they will always wear booties to protect the floors. 1726 Altamont Ave., 804-339-5520, westend. windowgenie.com 2nd: Spotless Window Cleaning WOODWORKING & TRIM N. CHASEN & SON In business for over a century, N. Chasen & Son is a favorite for exterior carpentry *With any full-perimeter solution. Not to be combined with services, including deck repair, siding any other offer. Ask for details. Ends 3/31/18! replacement and exterior trim, as well as handyman services. They also are called on to update interior doors. Office Manager Susan Graham says, “We also do more extensive projects, as well as basic repairs to window sills and door trim.” She notes that their focus is on renovations rather than new construction. 2924 W. Marshall St., 804-353-4563, nchasen.com 2nd: Jacob’s Ladder 3rd: Jeff Davis Renovations 80 mar-apr 2018 JES.13b.0318.indd 1 2/12/18 9:57 AM readers_faves_2018_final.indd 80 2/13/18 3:48 PM
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