Home + Design

Laying the Foundation

How BedRock Siteworks Builds More Than Just Spaces Article by Eli Stoltzfus | Photography by Provided When most people look at a home or a new structure, their eyes go to the roofline, the siding, or the front porch. Few think about the dirt beneath their feet. But for Eli Stoltzfus, owner of BedRock Siteworks, the foundation is where trust, craftsmanship and care come together to support everything that follows. The company’s story began in 2001 when Stoltzfus joined his brother Mark in a...

Home + Design

Living the Luxe Life

Homes Designed Around You with Luxe Custom Homes Article by Miguel Rodriguez | Photography by Provided Step into a Luxe Custom Home, and you’ll quickly realize this isn’t just a house. It’s a story written in reclaimed beams, walls of glass, and stone floors that feel more like sculpture than surfaces. Even the sunlight seems to linger a little longer, as if it, too, has found its everlasting place. Every detail whispers the same quiet truth: this is what forever feels like. At the heart of...

Life + Culture

How One Mother’s Love Turned Heartbreak Into Hope

The Legacy Of The Haley Sue Foundation Article by Maria Dinoia | Photography by Provided The Haley Sue Foundation is turning tragedy into hope, one act of kindness at a time. Founded in memory of Haley Sue, a bright and compassionate 25-year-old woman whose life was cut short far too soon, the foundation has become a beacon of support for families and children in need throughout the community. Franklin Lifestyle chatted with Pam, Haley Sue’s mother, and the driving force behind the...

Education

The Gift We Take For Granted

Discover Experience Lab by charity: water Article by Karen Creason | Photography by Provided Chances are, you turned on a faucet today without a second thought. You filled a glass, washed your hands, made coffee, and brushed your teeth. However, for nearly one in ten people around the world, access to clean water is a daily struggle. charity: water exists to change that by bringing safe drinking water to communities in need. Now, through the Experience Lab by charity: water, located in The...

Event Planning + Services

WOMEN OF WILLIAMSON

MAKING A DIFFERENCE WITH LUNCH THAT MATTERS Article by Cindy Sargent | Photography by PROVIDED What if you could impact a few lives while eating lunch? What if you could change the trajectory of the lives of some deserving women and children over coffee and dessert? In fact, you could make a major difference right here in Williamson County simply by attending the 2025 Lunch That Matters charitable luncheon benefiting nonprofits serving and positively impacting the lives of local women and...

Arts + Culture

A Christmas To Remember

Karen Kingsbury's The Christmas Ring Comes To The Big Screen With A Star-Studded Cast Article by Maria Dinoia | Photography by Provided Appearing on the big screen this month, The Christmas Ring isn’t just another Christmas movie. It’s a story of grief, grace, and the redemptive spirit of the season. Written and produced by New York Times bestselling author Karen Kingsbury, and starring Jana Kramer, the film explores love after loss, the enduring strength of motherhood, and how a long-lost...

Style + Beauty

Spice & Style

Celebrity Chef Maneet Chauhan’s Bold Take On Food And Fashion Article by Maria Dinoia | Photography by Provided Maneet Chauhan has become a standout figure in both the culinary and style worlds. As a judge on Chopped , a James Beard Award winner, and a restaurateur, she’s built a career on both creativity and confidence, traits that shine just as brightly in her wardrobe as they do on the plate. Maneet opens up about her signature style, the cultural influences behind her look, and how...

Real Estate

The Soul of the South

How Cindy Garvey Sells a Way of Life Article by Cindy Garvey As residents of Tennessee, we know heritage and landscape are woven together and Cindy Garvey has become one of the region’s most trusted guides to Southern living. As founder of United Country Real Estate | Leiper’s Fork, she has built her career on more than selling homes and farms. Garvey helps families step into a lifestyle rooted in land, legacy, and community, shaping experiences that go far beyond property lines. According to...

Real Estate

Reflecting on 30 Years

Ford Classic Homes’ Legacy of Craftsmanship, Community, and Growth Article by Chesney Ford | Photography by Provided Thirty years ago, Ford Classic Homes was a new idea taking shape on a drafting table. Today, its homes are part of the everyday scenery in Williamson County in neighborhoods where children ride bikes on sidewalks, neighbors gather around fire pits, and kitchen islands are the heart of busy households. “We are incredibly proud of the fact that our company has been able to thrive...

Home Services

Southern Light, Southern Living

The Art of Bringing the Outdoors In Article by Lou Beltran | Photography by Provided Mornings often begin with sunlight streaming over rolling hills and mist rising from open fields, a quiet beauty that begs to be invited indoors. For Jim Sanders and Lou Beltran of Efficiency Home Improvements, that light is more than just a backdrop. It is something to be welcomed inside and woven into the way a home feels, functions, and inspires. “It’s about unplugging and reconnecting with nature and...